"Harry Potter" Freakin' Return: Tom Felton Steps Back into Draco Malfoy on Broadway
Draco Malfoy, portrayed by Tom Felton, set to reprise role on Broadway stage.
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After a whopping 14 years, Tom Felton, everyone's favorite Slytherin, is stepping back into the role of Draco Malfoy. At the ripe age of 37, Felton will grace Broadway's stage in "Harry Potter and the Cursed Child" starting November 11 - making history as the first original film cast member to do so.
Felton shared the exciting news on NBC's "Today Show," sounding like he was on cloud nine. "It's a bit of a 'pinch me' situation," he enthusiastically declared. "I still think I'm dreaming." The actor further divulged that putting on the iconic blonde wig once more brought a wave of emotions. "I cried," he confessed, reflecting on how much the "Harry Potter" films meant to him and his childhood.
Is "Harry Potter and the Cursed Child" Going to Get a Film Adaptation?
With Felton's return, some of us can't help but wonder if the beloved stage play will finally get a film adaptation. The original cast - Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint, and Emma Watson - are all roughly the same age as their Broadway counterparts, sparking hopes of a cinematic reunion. Director Chris Columbus, who helmed the first two "Harry Potter" films, has expressed interest in the idea in the past. However, the future remains uncertain as to whether this dream will become a reality.
So, Potterheads, buckle up! This November, get ready for some serious nostalgia as Tom Felton returns as the infamous Draco Malfoy on Broadway.
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- "Excited Potterheads can catch Harry Potter and the Cursed Child on Broadway, marking a memorable return for Tom Felton, who will reprise his role as Draco Malfoy in the world of live entertainment."
- "For those looking for their entertainment fix of Harry Potter, the stage production of 'Harry Potter and the Cursed Child' falls under the 'movies-and-tv' category, offering a unique blend of the magic we love on stage."
