Nicholas Hoult is officially joining the second season of the upcoming Harry Potter series, as reported by Deadline, and he is stepping into a role that fans will immediately recognize. The actor has been tapped to play Gilderoy Lockhart, the same character portrayed by Kenneth Branagh in the film adaptation of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets. If you are wondering when you can watch the start of this journey, the first season, titled Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone, is scheduled for a Christmas premiere. Nicholas Hoult has been cast as Gilderoy Lockhart in Season 2 of the ‘HARRY POTTER’ TV series. Jon Brown, who served as a writer during the first season, has been elevated to co-showrunner for the second season.