In a recent interview, Jason Isaacs revealed that he did not initially audition for the role of Lucius Malfoy in Harry Potter and had to be convinced to take it.
We recently revealed that Jason Isaacs would love to see Harry Potter return. And that he would happily reprise his role as Lucius Malfoy. Which is a huge surprise considering that in the beginning, he did not want the role of Draco Malfoy’s father.
Revealing in an interview. Isaacs explained that he did not initially audition for the role of Lucious Malfoy. That he initially auditioned for the role of Gilderoy Lockhart, which subsequently went to Sir Kenneth Branagh.
More from Harry Potter
- Tom Felton is the star of the new Harry Potter x CASETiFY collection
- Create a magical event worthy of Hogwarts with this new Harry Potter-themed party planning book
- Can Fantastic Beasts hold up to the Harry Potter franchise?
- Show off your Wizard’s Chess skills with this Harry Potter set that’s now over half off
- Harry Potter continues to inspire generations – including Jack Harlow
During his audition, he was asked to read another part. The role of Lucius. Isaacs explains that he was not keen at the idea of this and when he landed the role he was not interested. Set for the role of Hook in Peter Pan, he did not want to be playing two children villains.
Watch your favorite shows on fuboTV: Watch over 67 live sports and entertainment channels with a 7-day FREE trial!
He had to be convinced around by his agent, friends, and family, and in the end, he took on the role, something he is happy he did.
It’s a piece of Harry Potter trivia that makes you wonder though. If Isaacs had decided not to accept the role, who would have landed it instead? Personally, I can’t imagine anyone else portraying the role of Lucius Malfoy in Harry Potter, that is how good a performance Isaacs delivers.
What do you think about Isaacs and his initial hesitation to play Lucius? Who could you imagine playing the famous Harry Potter role instead? Drop a comment just below sharing your thoughts.