Harry Potter Cast Auditions And How They Landed The Role

Behind The Scenes Of Harry Potter Cast Auditions As Child Stars Subscribe: Hey Potterheads! Today on TheThings we’re taking a trip back to the year 2000 when the casting for Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone first kicked off. It’s hard to believe it’s been more than two decades since the start of the franchise but even more difficult to believe that the Harry Potter cast we know and love was almost completely different. We’re not kidding! The Harry Potter actors have very unconventional casting stories, but we wouldn’t have it any other way. From chance meetings at the theatre to casting directors scouring London primary schools - it’s so interesting to hear these actor’s individuals stories.