Peter Serafinowicz Joins HBO's 'Harry Potter' Series
Originally published Jun 15, 2026
By K.J. Yossman · Variety
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Key points
- Peter Serafinowicz will portray Peeves the Poltergeist in HBO’s 'Harry Potter' series.
- Peeves is a fan-favorite ghost character who was absent from the original movie adaptations.
- Serafinowicz is represented by Curtis Brown Group, UTA, 3 Arts, and Peikoff Mahan.
Peter Serafinowicz has been cast as Peeves the Poltergeist in HBO’s upcoming 'Harry Potter' series. Peeves is a mischievous ghost beloved by fans, though he never appeared in the original film adaptations. Serafinowicz is represented by several major agencies, including Curtis Brown Group, UTA, 3 Arts, and Peikoff Mahan. The casting marks a significant addition to the series, which is expanding the 'Harry Potter' universe beyond the existing films.
Read the original story: Variety — by K.J. Yossman