# Nicholas Hoult Cast as Gilderoy Lockhart in HBO's 'Harry Potter' Season 2

Nicholas Hoult will portray the vain Professor Gilderoy Lockhart in the second season of HBO's Harry Potter series. The casting confirms a key role from the Chamber of Secrets storyline, signaling the show's continued adaptation of the books.

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- [Variety](https://variety.com/2026/tv/news/nicholas-hoult-gilderoy-lockhart-harry-potter-hbo-1236832274/) — Tue, 11 Aug 2026 21:29:21 +0000