“LMAOOOO”—Fans in stitches as Paapa Essiedu is cast as Severus Snape in the Harry Potter series

The OG Harry Potter fans are losing their minds over the latest casting of Severus Snape in the upcoming series of the same name, seeing as it was once played by the beloved Alan Rickman.

In the new show, Paapa Essiedu will be embodying the role, and seeing as he has big shoes to fill, fans are already making it difficult for him. Scores online have begun poking fun at him, with some even noting that he's likely setting himself up for failure as there are low chances the show could beat the feels of the original franchise.

Nonetheless, we've drafted all of the funniest comments, memes, and remarks down below. Here's a heads up, though: Some of these are sure to leave you in splits. Don't say we didn't warn you!

Disclaimer: This piece reflects the writer's opinion; the reader's discretion is advised. Do let us know in the comments what you think should have made the cut.

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Fans react hilariously to the news that Paapa Essiedu will play Severus Snape in the upcoming Harry Potter

One user had nothing but a single word to say, and somehow, we understood exactly what they meant:

"LMAOOOO."

Scores online echoed the sentiments contained within this one word. Here's what the rest of X is saying:

"wtf? can wait for oprah winfrey to play queen elisabeth II, and forest withaker playing winston churchill," someone jokingly suggested.

"They have saved me hours upon hours of series watching. Will watch the movies instead," another quipped.

"No issue with race swapping but isn’t he too hot to play Snape? I barely remember how he’s described in the books, but sharp jawed & handsome doesn’t ring a bell," one more humorously pointed out.

"Emma Stone has now been cast as HAGRID in the ‘HARRY POTTER’ series (Source: unknown)," yet another jested at the expense of the movie.

A large number of users online felt like the actor was way too handsome for the role, as they suggested that his "chiseled jawline" could get in the way of him playing the part. Nonetheless, here are some more hilarious comments:

"Thank you for shattering my dreams," one user penned, sarcastically.

"To be fair, no one could fill Alan Rickman's shoes in the eyes of Harry Potter fans. I look forward to seeing this dude in the Snape wig! lol," another chimed in.

"Good to know that no one has learned anything," someone else jokingly pointed out.

"snape with a twist, huh? this should be interesting!" yet another jested.

One user was visibly at a loss for words, and could only reply with a GIF from The Office:

Someone else used the Harry Potter series against the very makers of the show itself, and in the funniest way possible at that:

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Only time will tell how the upcoming show fares, though it seems like fans are already having fun.