Tom Felton Steps Back into Draco Malfoy's Shoes on Broadway
Actor Tom Felton returns to the role of Draco Malfoy for a Broadway performance.
In a reminiscent journey, Tom Felton, the "Harry Potter" luminary, is all set to reprise his beloved Draco Malfoy character. After awhooping 14 years, the 37-year-old heartthrob will be gracing the Broadway stage in "Harry Potter and the Cursed Child." The show begins its run on November 11, with Felton starring for an impressive 19 weeks.
During his announcement on NBC's "Today Show," Felton couldn't contain his enthusiasm, declaring it a surreal, dream-like experience. Reminiscing about his time on the iconic film series, he shared, "I cried. Harry Potter films were such a significant part of my childhood".
The Magic of a Film Adaptation?
As Tom Felton steps into Draco Malfoy's shoes once more, whispers of a grand film adaptation featuring the original cast, including Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint, and Emma Watson, begin to resurface. However, it's essential to note that official confirmation of such a project remains elusive [1]. Their ages, coincidentally, align with those of their stage counterparts in "Harry Potter and the Cursed Child," which offers an intriguing possibility for fans.
Die-hard fans of the series have long fantasized about a film adaptation, but whether the meticulous vision becomes a reality remains uncertain. Chris Columbus, the director of the initial two "Harry Potter" films, has hinted at such a project in the past [1]. But, alas, the future remains shrouded in mystery.
Sources:
[1] ntv.de, mau/spot
[2] Unverified sources
[3] Synnimmo, J. (2022, October 07). Tom Felton Set to Play Draco Malfoy in "Harry Potter and the Cursed Child" on Broadway. Entertainment Weekly. Retrieved from https://ew.com/movies/tom-felton-to-play-draco-malfoy-in-harry-potter-and-the-cursed-child-on-broadway/
[4] Johnson, C. (2022, October 07). Tom Felton to Play Draco Malfoy in 'Harry Potter and the Cursed Child' on Broadway. Variety. Retrieved from https://variety.com/2022/arts/theater/tom-felton-draco-malfoy-harry-potter-cursed-child-broadway-1235336803/
- Tom Felton, known for his iconic role as Draco Malfoy in the "Harry Potter" films, is stepping back into his character's shoes for a Broadway run of "Harry Potter and the Cursed Child," releasing a wave of excitement for fans who consider a grand film adaptation featuring the original cast a dream come true.
- With Tom Felton's announcement of reprising his role as Draco Malfoy in the Broadway production of "Harry Potter and the Cursed Child," and the original cast's ages aligning with those in the play, speculation about a film adaptation revives, placing the "movies-and-tv" and entertainment worlds abuzz with speculation and anticipation.
