Lord Voldemort still doesn't have anyone to portray him in 'Harry Potter', but Ralph Fiennes has a suggestion

The trailer for the new HBO series set in the world of Harry Potter has unleashed an unprecedented impact, accumulating over 277 million organic views in just two days. This impressive number makes it the most viewed trailer in the history of the streaming service, indicating a renewed interest in the magical saga, despite the lingering question of how many fans truly maintain their fascination with the universe created by J.K. Rowling in 1997.

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One of the most debated topics among fans is the search for a new actor to embody Lord Voldemort, after Ralph Fiennes, who played the role in the original films, confirmed that he will not reprise it. In a recent interview, Fiennes mentioned that his time with the iconic character has come to an end, stating that “that ship has sailed.” However, he suggests that Tilda Swinton could be an ideal candidate to take on the mantle, pointing out that it would be “incredible” to see the talented actress in that role.

In addition to Swinton, Cillian Murphy is mentioned as another possible successor. Although the latter has denied any interest in the role, Fiennes has expressed his support for the idea of Murphy taking it on, calling him a “fantastic actor.” Despite the controversy that could accompany the selection of certain actors, many believe that the inclusion of prominent figures like Swinton has the potential to attract greater public interest in the series, although there are also mixed opinions on how these changes could impact the overall reception.

Against the backdrop of a series that promises to reinvent the original saga, rumors continue to swirl about who will take on the role of Voldemort, keeping excitement and speculation alive in the fan community.