The Emmy-nominated actor, who boasts a packed resume, is set to play the mysterious and quick-tempered professor.

Here's what the internet has to say about Essiedu's casting as Severus Snape in HBO's new Harry Potter TV series adaptation.

Hilarious fan reactions to Paapa Essiedu getting cast as Snape in the Harry Potter reboot. In an effort to breathe new life ...

When the rumor mill started to churn about Paapa Essiedu potentially being cast as Severus Snape in a new Harry Potter remake, responses were naturally divided.

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From Emmy-nominated roles to his casting as Snape in HBO’s 'Harry Potter' series, find out more about the British actor here.

Paapa Essiedu’s casting as the ‘marble white’ skin character has prompted some fans to share their concerns online ...

However, the name that sparked the most conversation was actor Paapa Essiedu, who has been cast as Severus Snape. Alan Rickman famously played the anti-hero in the original film series, leaving behind ...

The Harry Potter series from HBO has finally announced some key cast members, including the actors who are going to play Albus Dumbledore and Severus Snape.

Fans are voicing their unhappiness with the casting in the Harry Potter television series, with many taking issue with the ...

Harry Potter fans think the recent Professor Snape HBO TV show casting leak may be wrong. According to previous reporting, Paapa Essiedu is set to play Severus Snape in HBO’s TV adaptation of ...

However, the name that sparked the most conversation was actor Paapa Essiedu, who has been cast as Severus Snape. Alan Rickman famously played the anti-hero in the original film series ...