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Gary Oldman Expresses Interest in Playing Dumbledore in New Harry Potter TV Series

The actor, who portrayed Sirius Black in the original films, suggests he could take on the role of Dumbledore in the upcoming HBO reboot.

  • Gary Oldman has not been approached to reprise his role as Sirius Black in the new Harry Potter TV series.
  • Oldman expressed his love for the character Sirius Black but noted he wasn't featured enough in the original films.
  • He speculated that the reboot would likely feature an entirely new cast for the iconic roles.
  • Fans have begun advocating for Jared Harris, son of the late Richard Harris, to play Dumbledore in honor of his father's legacy.
  • The Harry Potter TV series, set to premiere in 2026, will be a faithful adaptation of J.K. Rowling's book series and aims to span a decade.
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