Who Did Warwick Davis Play In Harry Potter

Okay, let’s talk about one of the most wonderful, magical, and short powerhouses in the entire Wizarding World. I’m talking, of course, about the legendary Warwick Davis. You’ve seen his face (and his voice) pop up all over the place in the Harry Potter films, and it’s a delight to untangle this happy little puzzle.

First, let’s get the obvious, crowd-pleasing answer out of the way. You can’t miss him because he’s everyone’s favorite Goblin professor. Yes, Warwick played Professor Filius Flitwick, the tiny, squeaky-voiced Charms master with the epic mustache.

But wait—there’s a hilarious twist. In the first two movies, Flitwick looked completely different. He had a big, bushy white beard and looked like a tiny Santa Claus. That was Warwick, too!

Then, from Prisoner of Azkaban onward, the filmmakers decided to lose the beard and make him look younger and more Goblin-like. So Warwick essentially got a glow-up right in the middle of the series. Talk about a career transformation.

When He Becomes the Goblin King (Sort Of)

Now, if you thought Professor Flitwick was his only role, prepare to have your mind blown. Warwick Davis also plays a character who is 100% Goblin and 0% professor. You might remember him from the Goblet of Fire scene where Harry has to decipher the golden egg's clue.

In the Prefects’ bathroom, Harry meets a grumpy, wrinkly old Goblin who is basically taking a bath. That goblin, who looks like a grumpy raisin in hot water, is named Griphook—played by Warwick. Yes, the same guy who also played Griphook in Deathly Hallows!

Wait, hold on. Let's clear up a tiny bit of confusion. In the first movie, Griphook the Goblin at Gringotts was played by Verne Troyer. But in Deathly Hallows Part 1, the role of the sneaky, treasure-hungry Griphook went to Warwick. So he officially took over the Goblin bank job.

The Creepy, Crawly Surprise

Here’s where it gets gloriously weird. Warwick Davis doesn’t just play humans and goblins. He also plays a giant spider. No, seriously.

In Chamber of Secrets, when Harry and Ron venture into the Forbidden Forest to meet Aragog, they are swarmed by his terrifying children. One of those enormous, hairy, eight-legged nightmares is voiced and performed by Warwick. He is literally the spider that tries to eat Ron.

So, to recap: Warwick has been the sweetest teacher, the grumpiest goblin, a spider with a serious appetite, and a bank teller. He’s basically the Swiss Army knife of the wizarding world. You need a tiny guy? Call Warwick. You need a giant spider? Believe it or not, still call Warwick.

And if you’re a real deep-cut fan, you might spot him in the Leaky Cauldron during Prisoner of Azkaban. He’s not Flitwick there—he’s just a random wizard who looks like he’s having a very bad day. That’s the beauty of Warwick: he disappears into the background, even when he’s the star.

Why This Matters (Besides Being Awesome)

Warwick Davis playing three or four characters in the same franchise is a beautiful reminder of how fun movie magic can be. He didn't just show up, say his lines, and leave. He built an entire portfolio of weird, wonderful, and wildly different creatures inside one school.

Think about the makeup chair. One day he’s sitting for four hours to become a goblin. The next day, he’s getting glued into a giant spider puppet. Then, on Friday, he’s just wearing a tiny suit and teaching Wingardium Leviosa. That’s the kind of work ethic that makes you smile.

It also proves that you don’t have to be the tallest, loudest person in the room to make the biggest impression. Warwick is a giant in a small package, and his various roles in Harry Potter are a masterclass in versatility.

And Let’s Not Forget the Elephant in the Room…

Okay, there is one more character I haven’t mentioned, and it’s a bit of a cheat. In Deathly Hallows Part 2, Warwick also plays a Goblin during the scene where Harry, Ron, and Hermione are being chased through Gringotts. He’s just one of the angry goblins yelling at them.

So, the final count? Warwick Davis played at least four distinct characters in the Harry Potter films: Professor Flitwick (with two looks), Griphook, a giant spider in the Forbidden Forest, and a random wizard in the Leaky Cauldron. It’s a record that feels like a magic trick itself.

Honestly, I wouldn’t be surprised if Warwick secretly played a house elf in a deleted scene, or a portrait on the wall that whispers a secret. The man is everywhere.

So, the next time you watch a Harry Potter movie, play Warwick Bingo. Point at the screen every time you see a tiny character with a funny voice. Chances are, it’s him. And every time you spot him, you get to smile, knowing that one actor had the time of his life playing half the magical population of Hogwarts.

And that, my friend, is why we love the wizarding world: it’s full of hidden surprises, and Warwick Davis is the most delightful, wonderful, and wonderfully weird secret of them all. Cheers to the little guy who did it all.