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  • Nick Frost Gets Real About Why He Signed On To Play Hagrid In HBO's 'Harry Potter' Series

    There’s a lot of big emotions surrounding HBO's "Harry Potter" series. Between the fact that there’s already one successful book-to-screen adaptation and the controversy surrounding J.K. Rowling, there is some trepidation when it comes to the show. However, there’s also a lot of hype and excitement from fans as they learn more about this new venture into the Wizarding World. Amidst "the noise," Nick Frost, who will play Hagrid, has opened up about why he signed on to the project. At the moment, Frost has been promoting the live-action adaptation of "How to Train Your Dragon" and its release on the 2025 movie schedule. While talking about taking over the role of Gobber there, he’s also been asked a lot about the other beloved part he’s taking on in the world of Harry Potter.

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