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HBO’sHarry PotterTV show hasn’t begun casting yet, butI know who should play Lucius Malfoy in the upcoming remake. The prospect ofHBO’sHarry PotterTV seriesis exciting, but recasting the characters will be one of the biggest challenges it must overcome. Thecast of theHarry Pottermoviesis iconic, and many of the actors have become synonymous with their roles. The new adaptation will need to find standout stars if it hopes to compare to the films.
The Golden Trio will probably be the most difficult for theHarry PotterTV show to recast, though actors like Alan Rickman and Robbie Coltrane will also be tough to follow. I’m not sure who can replace them in HBO’s remake, but I do have an idea of who can play Lucius Malfoy. Although Jason Isaacs is iconic in the role,I think oneHouse of the Dragonstar has proven he can take on theHarry Pottervillain.
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House Of The Dragon’s Ewan Mitchell Should Play Lucius Malfoy In The Harry Potter Show
The Aemond Targaryen Actor Can Capture Lucius Malfoy’s Look
If anyone can follow Isaacs' performance as Lucius Malfoy, I think it’sHouse of the Dragon’s Ewan Mitchell. Mitchell portrays Aemond Targaryen in theGame of Thronesprequel, and he very much looks the part. The platinum Targaryen wig suits him, andit also proves he can pass as the Malfoy family patriarch in theHarry PotterTV show. Isaacs took on a similar look when playing the character, and every time I see Mitchell as Aemond Targaryen, I can’t help but note the resemblance.
Mitchell has proven he can handle a role like Lucius Malfoy through his standoutHouse of the Dragonperformance.
Mitchell might be a bit young to take on the role of Lucius Malfoy currently, but that may not be the case by the time the HBOseries starts filming. And asHarry Potter’sstory will likely unfold over at least seven seasons, Mitchell can grow into the part as the adaptation continues. Lucius is in his late 30s and early 40s duringtheHarry Potterbooks, so it won’t be that huge of a jump. And Mitchell has proven he can handle a role like Lucius Malfoy through his standoutHouse of the Dragonperformance.
Why I Think Ewan Mitchell Would Nail The Role Of Lucius Malfoy
Aemond Targaryen & Lucius Malfoy Are Both Intimidating Villains
House of the Dragonproves Mitchell can nail Lucius Malfoy’s appearance, but it also showcases the actor’s strength as a villain. Both Lucius and Aemond are intimidating foes, and the fact that Mitchell portrays the latter so convincingly has me sold on him as aHarry Pottervillain. Lucius is conniving and cold, even to his own family — andMitchell has experience bringing such qualities to life thanks to his time as Aemond Targaryen. He can also be fearsome and charming, two attributes Lucius can wield when he needs to.
In addition to proving he can get Lucius' appearance and personality right,Mitchell also boasts experience working with adapted characters. Aemond is pulled from the pages of George R.R. Martin’sFire & Blood,though he requires additional characterization, as it reads a bit like a historical text. But if Mitchell can draw such an impressive interpretation of Aemond fromFire & Blood,he can surely bring Lucius Malfoy to life. TheHarry Pottervillain is thoroughly described in the source material, and Isaacs' portrayal offers additional inspiration.
HBO’s Harry Potter Remake Is The Perfect Follow-Up To House Of The Dragon
The Two Series' Could Align Perfectly For Ewan Mitchell
HBO’sHarry Potterremake would make the perfect follow-up project for Ewan Mitchell, as it isn’t likely to premiere untilHouse of the Dragonis nearly finished.House of the Dragonseason 4 will be the final outing, and as it’s part of theGame of Thronesfranchise, it’s possible Aemond won’t even live to see the series finale. As Lucius Malfoy shouldn’t appear untilHarry Potterseason 2, the timing could align for the actor to jump from one adaptation to the other.
As Lucius Malfoy shouldn’t appear untilHarry Potterseason 2, the timing could align for the actor to jump from one adaptation to the other.
The fact that Mitchell is already proving a successful star in a major HBO adaptation could also help land him the role. His connection to the network might spur HBO to try to keep him around, even if it’s outsideHouse of the Dragon.TheHarry Potterremake is the perfect way for Mitchell and the network to continue working together. It would promise a lengthy collaboration, too, as Warner Bros. has said it will be a “decade-long series” (viaTV Guide). It’s a long commitment, but another high-profile project could catapult Mitchell to even greater fame.
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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.
