For over two decades, the faces of Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint, Emma Watson, and more actors have been synonymous with the famous characters of the Harry Potter movie series. But as HBO prepares to adapt J.K. Rowling’s iconic books into a decade-long TV series, starting with the Philosopher’s Stone (also known as the Sorcerer’s Stone), a new generation is stepping into the hallowed halls of Hogwarts.
Many fans believe the shift from film to television enables for a much deeper dive into the Wizarding World, but it also means they have to get used to a brand-new cast, which inevitably draws comparisons to the old cast. Here is how the new HBO Harry Potter stars stack up against the legendary original movie actors.
