Nevertheless, those familiar with his work are optimistic.
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Image credits:Neil Mockford Getty/Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. ## John Lithgow as Albus Dumbledore
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Legendary actorJohn Lithgowwillbe donningthe half-moon spectacles to play Hogwarts wise headmaster.
The consensus surrounding Lithgows announcement seems to be one of cautious optimism.
Shes amazing, and I hope she gets picked, another added before the casting was confirmed.
No one will ever hold a candle to Alan Rickman, one userbluntly shared.
Others accused the casting of being designed for controversy, though some pushed back, calling the move genius.
Paul Whitehouse as Filch is just perfect.
Simplicity at its finest, one comment read.
Great cast!
While some fans made their reservations known, most received the announcement with excitement
