Harry Potter icon Miriam Margolyes, who played the beloved Professor Sprout in the original films, has spoken out against HBO’s upcoming TV reboot. The 84-year-old actress called the new series an “endless search for money” during a recent interview. She even admitted she wouldn’t have joined the project, saying, “I don’t see why they need to make another one. I thought it was perfectly good as it was. But I suppose it’s the endless search for money. And they don’t need it! The people who were t

@Miriam Margolyes aka Professor Sprout what a rogue and a rascal you are!!! It was such a laugh having you on the show. You can watch the full interview here. | RTÉ Today

Lesson learned: Always offer your seat if you see Miriam Margolyes on public transport! 🚇 | Virgin Radio UK