We’ve been avoiding posting any unofficial casting rumors for Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, but today The Wrap is reporting that casting has begun for 3 other characters in the film as well as who is testing for those roles. It has been reported for the past few weeks that Oscar-winner Eddie Redmayne is in talks to play Newt Scamander, but is not confirmed. Thanks to Hypable, for doing a little more digging, we have a few more details on each character:

Tina – Described as “grounded.”  Testing for this role are Saoirse Ronan, Dakota Fanning, Allison Sudol, and Lili Simmons.

MM Note: It is also speculated that Tina’s full name is Porpentina, meaning she is Newt’s (future) wife. Makes sense to us!

Queenie – Tina’s younger sister and described as a “bombshell.” Testing for this role are Kate Upton, Katherine Waterston and Elizabeth Debicki

Jacob – Described as Newt’s “rival,” testing for this role are Steve Zisis, Zack Pearlman and Dan Fogler.

 

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