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- Macfadyen cast as Voldemort in Harry Potter: The Full-Cast Audio Editions sparks HBO casting speculation.
- Actor now even-money favourite to take the role in HBO’s upcoming Harry Potter series.
- Matt Smith, Paul Bettany, Cillian Murphy, and Tom Hiddleston also feature in the market.
Betting odds have moved quickly in the market for Lord Voldemort in the upcoming HBO Harry Potter series after Matthew Macfadyen was confirmed to voice the Dark Lord in Harry Potter: The Full-Cast Audio Editions.
The announcement has immediately triggered speculation that Macfadyen could be a frontrunner for the live-action series too, especially given HBO’s history of casting actors who have already voiced or played roles in related productions.
Arabella Stanton, the young actress who will portray Hermione Granger in the HBO series, will also be voicing the character in the first three instalments of the Audible audio series.
What the expert says...
Lord Voldemort HBO Series Odds
| Who will play Lord Voldemort in HBO Harry Potter series? | Odds* | Probability |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew Macfadyen | 1/1 | 50.0% |
| Matt Smith | 3/1 | 25.0% |
| Paul Bettany | 3/1 | 25.0% |
| Cillian Murphy | 4/1 | 20.0% |
| Tom Hiddleston | 5/1 | 16.7% |
*As betting sites currently aren't taking bets on this event, odds have been compiled as theoretical probability from an entertainment perspective only and come from an industry expert
Macfadyen the Clear Favourite
Even-money favourite Matthew Macfadyen is seen as the most likely choice by bookmakers, with his new audio casting acting as a potential stepping stone to the HBO series.
His commanding screen presence and proven ability to portray complex, intimidating characters have made him a popular pick among fans and industry insiders alike.
Macfadyen hasn't featured in previous markets around Voldemort's actor which shows that these castings really can be left-field and come out of nowhere.
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Challengers in the Market
Former Doctor Who star Matt Smith and Marvel alum Paul Bettany share second-favourite status at 3/1.
Both bring a mix of gravitas and eccentricity that could translate well to the role of Voldemort.
Cillian Murphy (4/1) comes a couple of years from his Oscar-winning turn in Oppenheimer, while Tom Hiddleston (5/1) is no stranger to villainous roles thanks to his decade-long portrayal of Loki in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
