While Max has yet to make any official casting announcements about the upcoming “Harry Potter” television series, Paapa Essiedu is rumored to be taking on the role of Severus Snape — and fans of the “Harry Potter” books and movies have some strong opinions about it.

The I May Destroy You actor is reportedly “closing his deal” to play Hogwart's most famous misanthrope, as played by Alan Rickman in the original films. Colourblind casting aside, trust him to make ma

British actor Paapa Essiedu is set to play Severus Snape in the upcoming Harry Potter series, stirring mixed reactions among fans regarding racial representation and loyalty to the original character's description.