If Harry Potter Was Recast With Aussies

Imagine the world of Harry Potter was set down under, transformed by our favourite national icons.

We all love to see our homegrown actors and actresses making it big on the big screens. So imagine the greatness and the glory of an all-Australian Harry Potter cast. Think of who could replace our favourite Potter originals; there's a new Aussie Golden Trio just waiting to take on the magical world of witchcraft and wizardry.

Callan McAuliffe as Ron Weasley

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Callan was the young Jay Gatsby in the recent Baz Luhrmann hit The Great Gatsby, and has had other roles in I Am Number Four and the TV mini series Cloudstreet. In 2012, he was was given a 'GQ Man of the Year' award, and made history by being the youngest to ever do so.

Mia Wasikowska as Ginny Weasley

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Known for her headlining lead roles in Alice in Wonderland, Stoker and Jane Eyre, Mia Wasikowska is more than worthy of the character of Ginny.

Chris Hemsworth as Bill Weasley

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Recognised most notably for his career affirming portrayal of Thor, Chris Hemsworth is an Australian actor who started in Neighbours. He could be an easy choice for Bill Weasley, given he dye his hair a bit more red. A very attractive Bill Weasley.

Liam Hemsworth as Fred and George Weasley

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Liam would have to do both of the twins (think The Parent Trap or the Buffay Twins in Friends), but how could he not excel in this role with his real older brother playing his fictional older brother in the films?

Toni Collette as Rita Skeeter

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Often a quirky character, Toni Collette, we know, would fill the shoes of the gossip columnist with humour and excellence.

Caitlin Stasey as Katie Bell

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With roles in Neighbours, Tomorrow When The War Began, and TV series Reign, known for her infamous tweets, Caitlin is a rising star who, with uncanny resemblance to the original actress, could fill this small Gryffindor role.

Rebel Wilson as the Fat Lady

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Rebel Wilson absolutely needed a role, and she would easily make this small part the most hilarious.

Emily Browning as Hermione Granger

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Emily Browning has been in A Series of Unfortunate Events, The Host, The Uninvited and Sleeping Beauty, among many others. Whilst her look differs to that of Emma Watson, Emily could be an interesting Hermione if given the chance.

Margot Robbie as Fleur Delacour

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Margot Robbie is known for her roles in TV series Pan Am and in movies such as The Wolf of Wall Street and About Time. Personally, I think she's more of a Veela than the original cast member Clémence Poésy.

Simon Baker as Gilderoy Lockhart

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Famous for his long-running role as Patrick Jane on The Mentalist, Simon Baker has become one of those lucky Australian actors who hit big in the States. He is certainly charming and gorgeous enough to play Lockhart.

Nicole Kidman as Narcissa Malfoy

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With 65 acting credits to her name, including Baz Luhrmann's Moulin Rouge, Nicole Kidman is one of the most successful Australian actresses to date. Her cool elegance would make her a perfect Narcissa Malfoy.

Julian McMahon as Lucius Malfoy

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Julian McMahon is the son of an Australian ex-Prime Minister father and a Sydney-socialite mother, and has travelled the world to find his fame. He was known for his role in Nip/Tuck, the demonic-tragic-hero in Charmed, and the villain in The Fantastic Four.

Magda Szubanski as Aunt Marge

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With her notable comedic role on iconic TV series Kath and Kim, Magda would be an excellent Marjorie Dursley to a young Harry Potter.

Richard Roxburgh as Remus Lupin

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Known most recently for his portrayal of the seductive lawyer in Rake, Richard Roxburgh has many acting credits to his name, and an Australian Lupin should be the next.

Jessica Mauboy as Parvati Patil

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Jessica Mauboy was runner-up of season four of Australian Idol, and since then has had a successful musical and acting career. Yes, her ethnicity differs to that of the original character, but with some artistic licence, Jessica could bring a lot of life to this Gryffindor.

Geoffrey Rush as Ollivander

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At one point he was the most highest grossing Australian actor. Geoffrey Rush is known for his brilliant roles on the Pirates of the Caribbean, The Book Thief and The King's Speech. He could play any role, having the versatility of a chameleon.

Hamish Blake as James Potter

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This Aussie comedian, TV and radio host has a cheekiness that matches that of James Potter, so he was a natural choice.

Rose Byrne as Lily Potter

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Rose Byrne is known for her portrayals in hits like Bridesmaids, Get Him to the Greek and Insidious. This Aussie actress has boomed overseas and would continue to thrive in this fictional recast of Harry Potter as the eponymous mother.

James Frecheville as Harry Potter

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With parts in Animal Kingdom, and The First Time, James is still relatively new to the acting scene compared to the other Aussie fames on this list. Nonetheless, he could be a good choice for the lead of this huge franchise. I mean, just look at him.

These are just some of the many, many characters to fill for the Harry Potter series. From Draco to Dumbledore, Aunt Marge to Nearly Headless Nick, these all have Australian equivalents out there. Comment below if you know the perfect Padma Patil or the best Sirius Black.

Could Tony Abbott be Voldemort?

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I mean, he is already a villain with too much power. And it wouldn't be too different from his current job, would it?

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