Jason Isaacs says he wants to 'milk' his Harry Potter role before he's 'long forgotten'
Jason Isaacs is clinging to his Harry Potter persona a bit longer,
anticipating the forthcoming TV adaptation.
The star of The White Lotus
recently discussed his portrayal in the film series, which was adapted from the children's books by the
contentious author J. K. Rowling
, featuring a magical world of wizards. Jason took on the role of the nefarious Lucius Malfoy, father to Slytherin house's Draco Malfoy (Tom Felton), who was notorious for bullying and being the nemesis of Gryffindor's Harry Potter (
Daniel Radcliffe
) and his companions, Hermione Granger (Emma Watson) and Ron Weasley (Rupert Grint).
In a conversation with The Hollywood Reporter's Awards Chatter podcast, which aired on April 21, Jason expressed pride in his performance as Lucius and his involvement in the eight-film saga.
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"I have to say I'll milk this 'cause this time next year, there's gonna be another Lucius Malfoy, and he's gonna be fantastic, and I'll be long forgotten. So, I am savoring every other applause I get," he remarked during the live episode, reports
the Mirror US
.
The role of Lucius Malfoy has not been announced for the TV series yet
(Image: UGC)
However, the 61 year old actor clarified that his comments weren't born out of vanity.
"It's not me trying, fishing for compliments or more applause. I'm just saying they are making the TV series, and it will be brilliant," Jason further explained. "And I will be, you know, like, just like I'm now last season's White Lotus actor, I will be the last iteration of Lucius Malfoy, and that's fine by me."
He concluded with a simple acknowledgment: "I've had a good run,".
Warner Bros. Discovery unveiled plans for a Harry Potter TV series during an HBO Max streaming event in April 2023.The series, based on all seven books, is set to dedicate a season to each book. The network recently shared some of the supporting cast members for the upcoming adaptation.
The current cast list includes John Lithgow as Albus Dumbledore, Janet McTeer as Minerva McGonagall, Paapa Essiedu as Severus Snape, Nick Frost as Rubeus Hagrid, Paul Whitehouse as Argus Filch, and Luke Thallon as Professor Quirinus Quirrell.
While the new trio (Harry, Hermione, Ron) and various other supporting characters have been cast, the role of Lucius Malfoy remains unannounced. The show, penned and executive produced by Francesca Gardiner, is slated to begin filming this summer. Mark Mylod will also serve as an executive producer and direct several episodes. Additional executive producers include Rowling, Neil Blair, Ruth Kenley-Letts of Brontë Film and TV, and David Heyman of Heyday Films.
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