If there is one fantasy novel series and fantasy movie franchise that will arguably never cease to bring joy, then it isHarry Potter. The eightHarry Pottermovies gave fans ample material to dig into, uncovering hidden secrets and discovering mysterious Easter eggs. One specific fan theory is quite worrisome, as it claims that one of the most beloved characters inHarry Potterwas evil, and even the thought of it is more heartbreaking than the death of Hedwig and Dobby combined.
Hagrid as Voldemort’s Ally
Rubeus Hagrid (Robbie Coltrane) was with Harry (and us) from the very beginning. He wasn’t just a random character who appeared occasionally.He was one of Harry’s most trusted allies, who played a significant role in his life from basically the moment the young wizard found out about magic and Hogwarts. Hagrid was the one who got Harry out of his miserable life with the Dursleys and introduced him to everything he needed to know about Hogwarts and more. While their strong connection was the perfect way for Harry to feel a sense of security in his new way of life, the intention behind it was perhaps the complete opposite.
Hagrid’s particularly close relationship and position as Harry’s initial confidant might have been the perfect way to hide his true intentions. Especially in the beginning, Hagrid was like Harry’s guide and guardian in many ways,which put him in the best position to hide a potential connection to the Dark Lord. If this was ever Rowling’s intention, then portraying Hagrid as a villain is certainly something that could be explored inHBO’sHarry Potterreboot. Seeing how supportive and caring Hagrid was towards Harry, there is no way anyone would have ever suspected the lovable giant of any crime or ill intention, which would be the perfect foundation for a shocking revelation.
The First Images of HBO’s ‘Harry Potter’ Are Rolling in and We Couldn’t Be More Excited
Devoted fans of the ‘Harry Potter’ franchise are both eager and apprehensive to see what the HBO TV series will offer in its buzzed-about adaptation.
In addition to this, Hagrid possesses well-developed magic skills, which are fairly unexpected because he was expelled from Hogwarts before completing his studies. In Hagrid’s third year at Hogwarts, he was accused of releasing Aragog, a huge spider, from the Chamber of Secrets and causing thedeaths of Hogwarts studentsas a result. Of course, it was later revealed that Voldemort only framed him, since the dark wizard was the one who opened the chamber and unleashed the deadly basilisk.After his expulsion, Hagrid’s wand was destroyed, and he lost his permission to use magic.
Even when Harry was briefly expelled, he was strictly forbidden from using his magic in any way. However,Hagrid continued to use his magic when giving Dudley a pigtail when the giant first met Harry. A transfiguration spell is difficult to perform, which causes some confusion as to how Hagrid was able to further his skills after his expulsion. Supporting thisHarry Potterfan theoryis the fact that the Dark Lord valued strong allies and respectable wizards, and having someone inside Hogwarts able to follow Harry’s every move seems like a Voldemort thing to do. That’s why Voldemort was so obsessed with his ally, Severus Snape.
Hagrid’s Potentially Double-Sided Persona
As already established, Hagrid possessed impressive magic skills, and their origin is difficult to explain. However, it’s even more confusing why he was trying to hide his abilities. Hagrid was never really regarded as a threat by anyone. He was just seen as a kind-hearted supporter of Harry, who doesn’t radiate much danger. His clumsy and sometimes even helpless mannerisms made Hagrid even more likable than he already was, but maybe his behavior was just another way of getting closer to the Chosen One.
Since Harry was still a child when the two met at the beginning of one ofthe best fantasy movies of all time,Hagrid had to portray himself as loyal and non-threatening to gain Harry’s trust. Undoubtedly, he was successful in doing so, giving J.K. Rowling the potential to shock her readers by revealing Hagrid as a double agent, although she never went through with it.
10 Famous Actors Who Turned Down Roles in ‘Harry Potter’
One of the key ingredients to the success of the Harry Potter franchise is its stellar cast, but a few major roles almost looked very different.
Hagrid’s trustworthy behavior led Dumbledore to bestow the giant with a task that arguably seemed to be far beyond his capabilities. The headmaster sent Hagrid out on a mission to find and convince the giants to fight on Dumbledore’s side in the upcoming battle against Voldemort. It is fairly odd that Hagrid, who has a history of failing to keep secrets and generally causing more chaos than order, is sent on such an important mission.
In addition to this,many giants ended up siding with Lord Voldemort after the Death Eaters convinced them to join them. It could be that Hagrid was behind this outcome, as he would have known their location and could have revealed it to the Dark Lord. One of the most unforgettableplot twists inHarry Potterwas Professor Quirrell’s involvement with Voldemort. The professor upheld a similarly clumsy persona as Hagrid did, only to hide the fact that he was on the opposing side all along.
All this leads to the belief that Hagrid was indeed working for Voldemort, and Rowling set up the perfect path for Hagrid from useful ally to the ultimate backstabber.However, since the backstabbing part never occurred, it is likely just a coincidence after all. The author has confirmed (or denied) various theories over time, and Hagrid as Voldemort’s ally has never been addressed by her. Hagrid will probably just remain our favorite character inHarry Potter, and that’s a relief.AllHarry Pottermovies are available to stream on Hulu and Disney+.
