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Metro
3 days ago
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- Metro
Doctor Who icon favourite to play Lucius in controversial Harry Potter show
The Muggle world has been set alight with rumours and fan favourite picks for who could play who in the upcoming TV adaptation of Harry Potter. HBO has already selected three young actors from the sorting hat to play Harry, Hermione and Ron, with Dominic McLaughlin, Arabella Stanton and Alastair Stout now on the precipice of international fame. They will be joined in the wizarding world by John Lithgow as headmaster Albus Dumbledore, I May Destroy You star Paapa Essiedu as Severus Snape and Nick Frost as Hagrid. The casting news has been met with a mixed reception, given how contentious JK Rowling has become in recent years amid her anti-trans views. A number of actors have ruled themselves out entirely. There are still several key players from Hogwarts who have yet to be cast – with the cruel Lucius Malfoy among them. Wake up to find news on your TV shows in your inbox every morning with Metro's TV Newsletter. Sign up to our newsletter and then select your show in the link we'll send you so we can get TV news tailored to you. The current favourite to sport the straightened blonde wig and do terrible things to Dobby is none other than the Eleventh Doctor Matt Smith. Senior TV Reporter Rebecca Cook shares her take… It's obvious where the thought behind this came from. Take one look at Matt Smith in House of the Dragon and you'll think 'Now who does this hair remind me of…?' Between that and his fiery yellow mohawk in Darren Aronofsky's new film, Smith has proven he's willing to put the hair transformation work in to get the results on screen. But would he be any good as the Death Eater? His wolfish part in House of the Dragon would suggest he could – but it's hard to argue with some of the other (perhaps better) names in play here. Tom Felton would be a wink and a nod to the original films (if he would want to return) while a gender flipped Lucius with Streep would provide a fresh dimension to the Draco relationship. Although, given that the Thrones spin-off is another HBO title, casting Smith would certainly save the props department a wig-sourcing job. The 42-year-old is currently top of a bookmaker's list of favourites to take on the character from Jason Isaacs' portrayal in the films, sitting with 6/4 odds. However, he's closely followed by Potter alum Tom Felton, who played Lucius's similarly peroxide blonde son Draco, and has 13/8 odds to reprise a Malfoy role in the TV show, according to Unlike his co-stars from the original films, Felton has not completely disavowed JK Rowling over her anti-trans views. Instead, he acknowledged the author was responsible for the franchise while also saying he is 'pro-human rights across the board' in an interview with The Independent. The next person in the list might have something of an edge, because not only do they have Isaacs' approval, but several Oscars on at home to boot. Isaacs said the Death Eater should be played by Meryl Streep, telling Variety: 'She can do anything, that woman. There's literally no limit to what she can do.' Who would make the best Lucius Malfoy? Plus, we know Streep has a villainous role in her arsenal after her terrifying turn as Miranda Priestly in The Devil Wears Prada, with 2/1 odds for the role. More Trending Isaacs was also asked if he had any advice for whoever is next to take on the role and questioned whether he needs to bother offering pearls of wisdom. 'I know some of the people they're casting already,' he said. 'They're brilliant actors. It's going to be fantastic, and the last thing they need is advice from some old fart like me.' There's every possibility Lucius won't be cast anytime soon, as the character doesn't appear in the first film. Although given that the TV show plans to be a more detailed adaptation, Lucius might be bumped up a season. View More » The Harry Potter TV show will air in 2026. Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: I love Billie Piper but her return proves Doctor Who is doomed MORE: What Billie Piper said in the past about Doctor Who being a woman MORE: Is Billie Piper the 16th Doctor? Everything we know about her Doctor Who return
Time Out Abu Dhabi
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time Out Abu Dhabi
Harry Potter in Concert is officially coming back to Abu Dhabi
Wands at the ready, Abu Dhabi – the Wizarding World is making a musical comeback and it's set to be spellbinding. The official Harry Potter Film Concert Series is flying back into the capital this September and for the first time ever, it's taking over Etihad Arena with not one, but two magical nights of music, movies and Muggle enchantment. Here are the dates to mark your calendars with if you're a huge HP fan: Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone in Concert lands on Saturday September 6, followed by Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets in Concert on Sunday September 7. The Armenian State Symphony Orchestra will be conjuring up the magic live, performing every note of John Williams' unforgettable score while the films play in high definition on a whopping 40-foot screen. Expect goosebumps, nostalgia and maybe a few happy tears. In case you missed it last time, this isn't your standard movie night. It's part of the official Harry Potter Film Concert Series – a global cinematic symphony tour that's enchanted more than three million fans across 48 countries. And now, it's finally taking centre stage on Yas Island. The music? Grammy-nominated. The vibe? Pure wizardry, pal. Whether you're a lifelong fan of the books, the films, or just have a soft spot for Hedwig's Theme (we're going to shed a tear, for sure), this is the ultimate way to relive Harry's early adventures – complete with flying letters, slithering snakes and one very grumpy Potions Master. There's even a pre-sale running from May 2 to May 4 with access to select ticket categories – so if you're keen to secure your seats before the general release on May 5, hop on your broomstick pronto. Sat Sep 6 and Sun Sep 7, Etihad Arena, Yas Island. More going on in Abu Dhabi UAE residents can now save big time on flights thanks to a new Skyscanner feature No complaints here You can now get a robotaxi from Zayed International Airport Trips to the airport just got an upgrade Abu Dhabi's best restaurants: Everywhere you should eat at least once Your dinner inspo is sorted 20 incredibly fun ways to explore Abu Dhabi after dark The city is at its most fascinating once the sun goes down
