Gary Oldman’s Return in the Upcoming Harry Potter HBO Series
Gary Oldman, known for his role as Sirius Black in the Harry Potter film series, has expressed interest in returning to the franchise, albeit not in his original role. The beloved Harry Potter series, based on J.K. Rowling’s books, is being adapted into an HBO TV series. This adaptation is set to premiere next year, and while Oldman’s character, Sirius Black, met his demise in “Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix,” the actor remains intrigued by the project.
Oldman’s Reflections on Sirius Black
During the 76th Primetime Emmys, Oldman shared his thoughts with IndieWire regarding his potential involvement in the new series. Although he doesn’t foresee reprising his role as Sirius Black, Oldman expressed a lasting fondness for the character, commenting, “I love Sirius. He wasn’t in it enough. He turned up and then he went through the veil.”
Despite his doubts about returning as Black, Oldman hinted at the possibility of playing a different role. He mentioned he might consider stepping into the shoes of Albus Dumbledore, a character previously portrayed by the late Richard Harris and Michael Gambon. However, it’s unclear how serious Oldman is about this prospect: “I would bet my money that they will get a whole new cast of people. Maybe in a few years, I could do Dumbledore.”
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Why the HBO Show Will Likely Feature a Brand-New Cast
The Harry Potter TV series is still in the development phase, with casting as the next significant milestone. An open casting call for the roles of Harry, Ron, and Hermione has recently been announced in the UK, indicating a fresh start with new actors. Although there’s no official word on whether any original film actors will reprise their roles, Oldman’s prediction of an all-new cast seems plausible.
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The idea of bringing back original actors in different roles might be unsettling for long-time fans of the films. However, considering it’s been nearly 15 years since “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2,” and 17 years since Oldman’s last appearance in “Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix,” Oldman as Dumbledore could be a plausible, albeit unlikely, option. Nonetheless, HBO appears poised to chart a different course.
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Oldman’s Portrayal of Sirius Black: A Highlight
Sirius Black was a character many felt did not receive adequate screen time in the films. The new TV series, with each season covering one book, offers the opportunity to expand on Sirius’s role. However, the task of replacing Oldman in this iconic role will be challenging, as the original Harry Potter cast was one of the series’ greatest strengths.
While Oldman could potentially deliver a stellar performance as Dumbledore, his presence might prove distracting for viewers familiar with his previous work in the series. For the sake of preserving the show’s fresh start, it might be best to introduce a completely new ensemble of actors.
Source: IndieWire
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Harry Potter is HBO's remake of the iconic Wizarding World film series that consisted of eight films between 2001 and 2011. Each season adapts a book from JK Rowling's popular series and provides more book-accurate details than the movies did. Upon the announcement of the Harry Potter TV show, the series received harsh criticism for the involvement of Rowling and for many thinking a reboot was unnecessary.