20 actors you didn't know almost played iconic roles in the Harry Potter series

Harry Potter and The Deathly Hallows - World Premiere - Inside Arrivals - Source: Getty
Harry Potter and The Deathly Hallows - World Premiere - Inside Arrivals - Source: Getty

7) Rosie O’Donnell (Molly Weasley)

Friendly House 33rd Annual Awards Luncheon - Source: Getty
Friendly House 33rd Annual Awards Luncheon - Source: Getty

Rosie O’Donnell is a big fan of the Harry Potter books and she even offered to play the role of Molly Weasley for free in the Harry Potter movie series. However, the producers did not cast her mainly for the reason of an all-British cast. The role was given to Julie Walters who brought the character’s warm and loving nature.

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