Bill Nighy Joins Harry Potter Audiobook as Slughorn Alongside 11 Others
Bill Nighy is joining the cast of a new audio adaptation of the Harry Potter series as Professor Slughorn. This announcement comes alongside the addition of 11 other prominent voice actors, enhancing J.K. Rowling’s beloved novels into immersive experiences for listeners on Audible and Pottermore Publishing.
Notable Cast Members
Alongside Bill Nighy, the production features a remarkable lineup of talent. Key actors include:
- David Holmes as Stan Shunpike
- Saoirse-Monica Jackson as Professor Trelawney
- Ṣọpẹ́ Dìrísù as Sirius Black
- Hugh Laurie as Albus Dumbledore
- Matthew Macfadyen as Lord Voldemort
- Riz Ahmed as Professor Snape
- Cush Jumbo as the narrator
- Kit Harington as Professor Lockhart
- Keira Knightley as Professor Umbridge
Additional Voice Talents
New voices in the project include:
- Mackenzie Crook as Kreacher
- Anna Maxwell Martin as Rita Skeeter
- Stephen Mangan as Nearly Headless Nick
- Tracy-Ann Oberman as Madam Hooch
- Millie Gubby as Luna Lovegood
Furthermore, Jude Farrant and Maximus Evans share the role of Draco Malfoy across various audiobooks. Similarly, Jake Sigsworth and Archie Mountain take turns portraying Neville Longbottom.
Production Details
This audio adaptation will feature over 200 speaking roles. The first installment, “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone,” is set to launch on November 4 on Audible. Subsequent titles will be rolled out monthly.
Production of this ambitious project involved over 2,000 hours of recording. However, these new adaptations will complement, rather than replace, the original English-language recordings by Dale and Stephen, released in 1999.
Bill Nighy’s Reflection
In a statement regarding his involvement, Nighy expressed gratitude for the opportunity to portray a character in the series, noting his previous role as Rufus Scrimgeour. He emphasized the significance of this role for his career, connecting with future generations of Harry Potter fans.
This new venture promises an exciting audio experience for fans of all ages, combining talented voice actors and high-quality production in the Harry Potter universe.
