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OCTOBER 19, 2005 at 9:11 AM
Posted by GERI
Source: News Tip
A little over two weeks ago we told you
that it was being reported that Imelda Staunton had been cast as Prof. Umbridge in Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, we are now getting reports that she has confirmed this on British TV show This Morning on ITV.
According to our tip:
Imelda Staunton was interviewed on ITV's This Morning talking about her current role in Nanny McPhee but also confirmed her upcoming role as Dolores Umbridge in Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix. She said that she would be starting filming next year, and is unsure how her 11-year-old daughter will feel about her playing Professor Umbridge; she is looking forward to playing a nasty character! She even gave us an inkling of the voice she may use while playing the part!
We are still waiting to receive official word from Warner Bros., but as soon as we do we will let you know.
Thanks to Daniel for the tip.
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Student
Points: 231
amon says:
Well is not a big surpise , i just hope she will be a good Umbridge . This is a realy hard part for her
Posted Oct 19, 2005 at 11:30 AM EST
Witch
Points: 734
Fawkes' signal says:
She looks so friendly! I bet with a bit of acting and makeup she'll be perfect though for the role.
Posted Oct 19, 2005 at 11:32 AM EST
Head Girl
Points: 464
Glastea says:
She'll make such a great umbridge! I can just imagine it now- how cool will this be!
Posted Oct 19, 2005 at 11:32 AM EST
Original of the Species
Points: 4365
Spell Weaver says:
She looks perfect for the role. Her face is shaped just like the Umbridge character illustrations in the U.S. HP version of Order of the Phoenix.
Posted Oct 19, 2005 at 11:34 AM EST
Order of Merlin, 1st Class
Points: 1805
Swimangel57 says:
Hmmmmm...I think she'll make a great Umbridge, but I'm gonna hold out until Warner Brothers confirms something before I get excited.
Posted Oct 19, 2005 at 11:42 AM EST
Order of Merlin, 2nd Class
Points: 1789
Veela~Girl says:
She doesn't look exactly like what I had imagined, but I guess once they get her through, hair, make-up and wardrobe, she'll probably look pretty good. All that matters is that she can capture the pure wickedness of the character, and from her acting credentials, it sounds like she may be up for the job!
Posted Oct 19, 2005 at 11:52 AM EST
Half-Blood Prince
(Moderator)
Points: 945
Professor Scoots says:
I am sure she will be good, although I have not seen anything she has been in except "Much ado..." back in 1993.
Thanks for the tip and great news.
Posted Oct 19, 2005 at 11:59 AM EST
High Inquisitor
Points: 23488
KT Lady says:
AHHHH That's so awesome! I can't wait to hear/see her play Umbridge. Just a little glimpse would be great. Ewwww, her voice is going to have to be HORRIBLE. *shudder*
Posted Oct 19, 2005 at 12:06 PM EST
Keeper of the Faeries
Points: 5256
juliebug04 says:
Well, if she is Umbridge, I think she can definitely look the part, but I will still wait until I see it coming from WB.
Posted Oct 19, 2005 at 12:08 PM EST
Mage of Celestial Melody
Points: 3324
Telos says:
Well, someone is happy she is playing the most hated Headmistress Hogwarts has ever seen. She is a cute, nice person though....can she play Umbridge?
Posted Oct 19, 2005 at 12:11 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 1st Class
Points: 1909
Hermione5 says:
Never heard of er before, but I think she will definitely make a perfect Umbridge! Just look at her!!! Oh, but now, I can't wait for GoF, and OotP is sooooo far away!!
Posted Oct 19, 2005 at 12:12 PM EST
Auror
Points: 4040
Dan's no.1 fan 4ever says:
She looks like she'll make a great Umbridge! I still think the actress who plays Cilla in Coronation St would have perfect though.
Posted Oct 19, 2005 at 12:12 PM EST
Remus's Werewolf Wife
Points: 7223
Professor Lexi Lupin says:
She looks not as I imagined. She looks diffrent, though I'm not sure I liked her yet.
Messers Moony, Padfoot, Prongs and Lily.
Posted Oct 19, 2005 at 12:14 PM EST
Gutter Girl Fabulous
Points: 8730
SamhainWitch7 says:
Oh cool! I think this lady looks very much the part, so I don't think I'd object to her portraying the charecter. I've never seen any of her previous work though, so I hope her acting ability is up to par.
Posted Oct 19, 2005 at 12:23 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 4th Class
Points: 1237
HeadmistressMcGonagall says:
She isn't exactly what I pictured, but perhaps they'll put a fatsuit on her? I definitley pictured someone else, but I'm gonna trust the directors!
Posted Oct 19, 2005 at 12:28 PM EST
Witch
Points: 574
TroubledVeela says:
Eh, to each their own right? I've pictured Patricia Routledge in the role for ages now but she might actually be too tall (at 5'5" compared to Staunton's 5'), as I pictured Umbridge to be shorter than Harry (which could still happen as Daniel Radcliffe is probably still growing). But Staunton has a good work ethic and her roles are quite diverse and nicely rounded so she'll probably do the best of her ability. I just hope David Yates doesn't screw the character up. More acting with the eyes please!
Posted Oct 19, 2005 at 12:31 PM EST
Princess of the Heliopaths
Points: 5277
Ginny Weasly says:
As soon as she's all dressed up for the part i think she'll look perfect. she has the look of umbridge!
Posted Oct 19, 2005 at 12:34 PM EST
Hogwart's Ghost
Points: 2604
gemma_barnett1985 says:
Its a shame i didn't see it, now i have started uni i have little time to seethese things,
Posted Oct 19, 2005 at 12:52 PM EST
The Warrior Sorceress
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Devilish Katlyn says:
Well, she's going to have to bring a certain level of manevolent evil to the role. I hope she's up for it!
Posted Oct 19, 2005 at 12:57 PM EST
Reform Snapist
Points: 3586
misamanda says:
She hardly looks like a toad, but maybe the makeup will help. If she's a good actress, that will definitely help.
Nice to have some news about this.
Posted Oct 19, 2005 at 12:59 PM EST
I'm Daniel's Everything
Points: 4009
KissMeInTheRain says:
Don't you have to wait to say you're playing someone until the company releases it??? Or am I wrong? I dont' know much about her, I just hope that she can be a good evil person....
Posted Oct 19, 2005 at 1:03 PM EST
Auror
Points: 2465
undisputed760 says:
Ive never seen her act before but she looks like they can maker her look like an Umbridge.
Posted Oct 19, 2005 at 1:08 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 2nd Class
Points: 1600
jenn007a says:
She looks like she will make a good umbridge! I cant wait to see who will be playing luna and tonks!
Posted Oct 19, 2005 at 1:09 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 1st Class
Points: 1968
Silverblood says:
She is too sweet to play umbrigdge!!! But maybe in make-up shell look nasty, ok never mind.
Posted Oct 19, 2005 at 1:10 PM EST
Points: 4731
Renegade Alpha says:
She doesn't look how i expected. her eyes are to small;. they should be all wide.
Posted Oct 19, 2005 at 1:30 PM EST
Dark Mark Caster
Points: 7648
FireboltFlyr says:
I don't like her already! Thats a good choice for that character... I'm not looking forward to seeing her on the big screen... but we still haven't see GoF yet. Accio November 18th.
Posted Oct 19, 2005 at 1:32 PM EST
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