Harry Potter fans are in for a treat as Pottermore Publishing and Audible have revealed new additions to the massive 200+ member cast of Harry Potter: The Full-Cast Audio Editions. Joining the project are Bill Nighy as Professor Slughorn (having played Minister for Magic, Rufus Scrimgeour, in the films), Ṣọpẹ́ Dìrísù as Sirius Black, Anna Maxwell Martin as Rita Skeeter, Saoirse-Monica Jackson as Professor Trelawney, Mackenzie Crook as Kreacher, Stephen Mangan as Nearly Headless Nick, and Tracy-Ann Oberman as Madam Hooch. Also announced: David Holmes, who performed Harry Potter’s stunts in the original films, will now voice Stan Shunpike, the Knight Bus conductor. Nighy couldn’t hide his delight at getting to return to the Wizarding World, in a new — but equally as thrilling — role:
“I was pleased to be asked to play the Professor after having already played a Minister of Magic. Is it possible that I’m the only actor who can claim that achievement? It means that my career continues to have meaning for the next couple of generations. I’m always grateful when asked to play academics having not been further educated myself. I’m hoping to be a significant part of something that will keep children entertained in the car on those long journeys overseas or just on the way to school.”
Holmes called the experience a “full-circle moment”: “I’m beyond thrilled and honoured to be voicing Stan Shunpike in the forthcoming Pottermore and Audible Harry Potter full-cast audiobook. Being a part of this is very much full circle for me, considering I was the Harry stunt double inside the Knight Bus… I hope everybody enjoys my performance — tickets please!”
Who Else Stars in the New ‘Harry Potter’ Adaptation?
The new casting builds upon the already impressive lineup previously revealed, including Hugh Laurie as Albus Dumbledore, Matthew Macfadyen as Lord Voldemort, Riz Ahmed as Professor Snape, Cush Jumbo as narrator, Kit Harington as Gilderoy Lockhart, Keira Knightley as Dolores Umbridge, Iwan Rheon as Remus Lupin, Ruth Wilson as Bellatrix Lestrange, Gemma Whelan as Professor Sprout, and Mark Addy as Hagrid. Rising stars Frankie Treadaway, Max Lester, and Arabella Stanton will portray Harry, Ron, and Hermione for the first three audiobooks, with Jaxon Knopf, Rhys Mulligan, and Nina Barker-Francis taking over for the final four.
The latest announcement also introduced Millie Gubby as Luna Lovegood, Jude Farrant and Maximus Evans sharing duties as Draco Malfoy, and Jake Sigsworth and Archie Mountain alternating as Neville Longbottom across the seven adaptations. The full-cast series begins with Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone, debuting November 4, 2025, followed by monthly releases:
- Chamber of Secrets — December 16, 2025
- Prisoner of Azkaban — January 13, 2026
- Goblet of Fire — February 10, 2026
- Order of the Phoenix — March 10, 2026
- Half-Blood Prince — April 14, 2026
- Deathly Hallows — May 12, 2026
Produced by Pottermore Publishing and Audible, Harry Potter: The Full-Cast Audio Editions brings together over 200 performers for what’s described as “an unparalleled audio experience.” The project will showcase both familiar names and emerging talent, aiming to capture the heart of J.K. Rowling’s original text while giving fans a new, richly layered way to revisit the wizarding world.
Pre-orders for Harry Potter: The Full-Cast Audio Editions are available now on Audible.
via Collider