The BBC has confirmed that British actor David Thewlis will be playing Professor Remus Lupin in the next installment of the 'Potter' series! Comedian Jim Tavare is also confirmed for the bit role of Tom, innkeeper of the Leaky Cauldron. Still no news on Sirius Black, the article reports... I, personally, think this is wonderful news! Let the casting confirmations start roling in, now! *grins* - - - Article from the BBC