by Jared Harris (Mad Men, Chernobyl), who is also the son of the original Dumbledore actor Richard Harriswithdrew his name from the running to play the legendary Harry Potter wizard in the upcoming HBO and Max TV series based on JK Rowling’s book series.
The actor was asked about playing Dumbledore during an interview on The Independent series “Go to Bat,” to which he replied: “No, thank you. Also, I mean, why do it? I don’t understand,” Jared added. “The movies were great, leave them alone.”
Jared isn’t interested in taking on his father’s beloved role, though he admitted to the publication that “a lot of storytelling” was omitted from the original Harry Potter film franchise and can now be filmed thanks to the extended run of the HBO series. Each season of the show will be based on one of Rowling’s books.
This is exactly why I and many other fans are so excited about this series! I know what it feels like to see something I love revisited, and it’s hard when you love the original.
But anyone who has loved the books knows that when you watch the movies, especially once you get to book 4, fans know that the story is missing a lot. This series is really going to dive into those details that have been skipped over for a while in the movies.
Francesca Gardiner, who produced Succession, These Dark Materials AND Killing Eveis serving as showrunner of the new Harry Potter series. Companion Succession Former actor Mark Mylod will executive produce and direct several episodes.
Richard Harris played the role of Dumbledore in the 2001 film Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone and reprised the character in 2002 Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets. The latter film was Richard’s final acting role. He died in October 2002 at the age of 72. Michael Gambone he took over the role of Dumbledore for the remainder of the film series.
While Jared isn’t interested in playing Dumbledore, Harry Potter Actor Gary Oldman recently made headlines for saying he would be open to playing the wizard “maybe in a few years.” Oldman played Sirius Black in the film series.
This could be a lot of fun! I can’t wait to see who they cast in the iconic roles and see one of my favorite book series unfold in more depth on screen.
THE Harry Potter The series is expected to debut on HBO and MAX in 2026.
via: Variety
by Jessica Fisher
Source: Geek Tyrant
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