Nicholas Hoult joins Harry Potter TV show - see the cast so far
Hoult, known for his roles in X-Men, Superman and Mad Max: Fury Road, will play Gilderoy Lockhart.
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Actress known for her role as Petunia Dursley in the Harry Potter TV series.
Actor known for his performances in romantic comedies.
Author of the best-selling Harry Potter series.
English actor known for roles in X-Men, Mad Max: Fury Road, and the upcoming Harry Potter TV series.
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Hoult, known for his roles in X-Men, Superman and Mad Max: Fury Road, will play Gilderoy Lockhart.
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