Nick Frost will remain faithful to the performance of the late Robbie Coltrane when playing Rubeus Hagrid in the highly anticipated HBO “Harry Potter” series. But don’t expect him to be an exact copy.

Nick Frost has shared some new details about why he’s excited to play Hagrid in the Harry Potter HBO show. HBO is currently developing a television series based on the popular Harry Potter books. The ...

(WGHP) — Robbie Coltrane, an actor known best for playing the beloved character Hagrid in the “Harry Potter” movie franchise, has died, according to the Hollywood Reporter. Coltrane was 72 years old.

The eccentric actor appeared in the movie franchise based on J.K. Rowling’s novels and also starred in the British crime drama 'Cracker.' By Etan Vlessing Canada Bureau Chief Coltrane’s agent Belinda ...

In addition to the "Harry Potter" franchise, Coltrane also appeared in two James Bond films, 1995's "GoldenEye" and 1999's "The World Is Not Enough." as well as in the British detective series ...

Nick Frost has opened up about his plans to take on the role of Hagrid in the upcoming Harry Potter TV series. The Hot Fuzz actor and comedian, 53, is following in the footsteps of the late Robbie ...

Harry Potter actor Robbie Coltrane is unsure about whether he'll carry on with his role as Hagrid in the final three films. Coltrane has appeared in all three films so far, and is currently involved ...

Robbie Coltrane, the Scottish actor who portrayed Rubeus Hagrid in the Harry Potter series, died Friday at age 72. Notably known for his enchanting performance in Harry Potter, he also starred as the ...

LONDON (AP) — Scottish actor Robbie Coltrane, who played a crime-solving psychologist on TV series "Cracker" and the half-giant Hagrid in the "Harry Potter" movies, has died. He was 72. Coltrane's ...