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MARCH 21, 2006 at 5:03 PM
Posted by CHEESER
Source: HPANA
After weeks of uncertainty and conflicting press reports, Gary Oldman is set to reprise his role as Sirius Black in Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, his management company confirmed today.
Fan site GaryOldman.info
posted the news earlier, and in a short interview Oldman's long-time manager Doug Urbanski confirmed it to HPANA, and elaborated on the prolonged ordeal.
"I'm so relieved and happy," said Urbanski. "I can't put my mind in the place of the producers, but I would've thought that when they read the book, a call to us would've been very high on their list. Obviously, the character of Sirius Black is key."
Urbanski said he was baffled by the months-long silence from Warner Bros. There were other jobs on offer to Oldman, and he was very close to taking one.
"Since they had no option for Gary on this film, he was a free agent. Last week, we told them that Gary had another movie, and it was just a question of doing a deal," he said.
Of the negotiations this morning with producer David Heyman, Urbanski said: "It was the most mature, simple and friendly negotiation that I've ever done."
"It's a wonderful role. Gary read the script last night, and he read part of it to me on the phone this morning. The end of the story is: Gary's in it. It's a terrific script, and he's so happy to be back."
Oldman also turned 48 today.
(Thanks to Anitza for the tip.)
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Prefect
Points: 333
jsalcedo says:
YES!.. I was worried yesterday after reading news on how he might take up another role if WB didn't cast him soon. Wow this is such a relif, I'm sure he's going to do a great job on this film.
Btw Thestral Eyes, what's the name of the cutie in your avatar?
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 10:21 PM EST
Student
Points: 226
Yanela says:
I'm glad his coming back.
But I always though Jhonny Depp would
make a good Sirius... Of curse that's just
my opinion.
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 10:22 PM EST
Ethereal Fairy
Points: 3077
harrypotterfreak_4life says:
About darn time!!! I think if Gary hadn't returned for OoTP the movie would've stunk. He is definately a crucial character to this movie!
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 10:23 PM EST
Witch
Points: 822
I love HP says:
They weren't really gonna consider to take sirius out!Thats crazy sirius is "key" to the story if it wasn't for him harry would have never gone to the ministry!
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 10:26 PM EST
Witch
Points: 935
fizzingwhizbees says:
YEs! i thought he wasnt didnt they post that somewher..oo well thank the lord becuz chngin him would ruin it. like DD...i didnt say that.
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 10:29 PM EST
Student
Points: 205
Loving HBP says:
Happy Birthday, Gary!! Oh my gosh, there would be heck to pay if he didn't return for OotP! Heck, I tell you!!
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 10:31 PM EST
Princess of Nargles
Points: 4137
hp_fan206 says:
Thank god! I was starting to worry a little because we hadn't heard anything about Warner Bros in months! I can't wait to see how he does in this movie *sigh* performance-wise he's going to be great ♥
Happy Birthday Gary!
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 10:32 PM EST
Prefect
Points: 340
kjcrazy_bouthp says:
Yes! Sirius Black is Siriusly back!!! I am so happy Gary Oldman is back!!!! Just can't wait to see the movie! It crazy! I am just overwhelmed right now! Okay I'm a lil dizzy. Okay I'm going to go sit down! Hehehehe! By the way Happy bday to Gary Oldman!
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 10:36 PM EST
Auror
Points: 2559
TonksUSA says:
Wonderful! He need him. I dont like when movie switch characters.
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 10:37 PM EST
Muggle
Points: 77
weasleyluver says:
YES!!! It's about time, man I was starting to get worried that he wouldn't come back to play Sirius. But really why did the WB wait so long to ask him to come back since Sirius plays such a big role in this movie. But hey, better late than never.
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 10:41 PM EST
Witch
Points: 592
DracoFanatica says:
Harppy Birthday Gary! Also YAY. I'm so glad he's playing Sirius. Nobody could take over if he didn't agree to it so whew, load off mai mind.
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 11:09 PM EST
Hogwarts Psychologist
Points: 4236
Patronus Wiz says:
Geesh... what was the delay. Gary, only you can play Sirius in my mind. He he he... I just saw him today in the Professional... Very creapy, very evil.
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 11:14 PM EST
Long Way from Happy
Points: 2952
OEHFICE says:
Sirius-ly that's the best news HPANA could have posted this week. I'm relieved that Gary Oldman is coming back. He is the perfect Sirius and I can't wait to see him on his final HP movie...so sad.
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 11:15 PM EST
Harry's Mental Advisor
Points: 19432
Smileyradcliffe says:
Yay! about time! I was really hoping he would come back. Who else could play him? Finally! Now we just need casting news for young sirius!
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 11:16 PM EST
Muggle Executioner
Points: 5173
ThunderofHisSky says:
Happy Bithday Gary Oldman!
Good that they convinced him to come back... that's a releif.... he was and is the perfect person to play Sirius....
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 11:16 PM EST
Witch
Points: 869
kat_snowyowl says:
Well, a lot of people(including me) will be/are breathing a gigantic sigh of relief! Imagine if he'd been cut or - even worse, if that's possible - he hadn't been, Sirius was in the film, but they'd found someone they liked better and offered him the role! Aaargh! Thank God Sirius IS in the books and Gary Oldman WILL play him. I've been on tenderhooks for so long, so worried and concerned. And I imagine Daniel Radcliffe would have been too - I assume you've heard how huge a fan of Oldman he is?
Anyway, that is a wonderful birthday present for him. I wish I could get a b'day pressie like that. Happy b'day - you're in the next Harry Potter movie!
Sadly, the above probably won't happen if JKR has anything to do with it. Only Brits, only Brits, only Brits...
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 11:23 PM EST
Points: 861
happy_firebolt says:
Hurrah! And he really looks like Sirius in the picture, which is good because I didn't think he look much like him in PoA, but there's somthing about that picture...
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 11:29 PM EST
Magickal Mead Wench
Points: 2542
SnapesSorceress says:
What a relief!!!!!! I know that I will now sleep soundly knowing Gary will be back!!! I've been so worried since Sirius is one of my most cherished characters, and no one else could have done the part justice! Thank God he's back!!!!!
SnapesSorceress
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 11:31 PM EST
Witch
Points: 902
Potter_Pal says:
As we could see from the fireplace scene in GOF, he is one "hot" actor. Perfect for Sirius in every way. Glad this was confirmed!
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 11:34 PM EST
Muggle
Points: 6
?butterbeer addict says:
oh my gosh!! they finally asked him. YAY!
Happy birthday GARY!!!!
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 11:37 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 1st Class
Points: 1841
Remmy4193 says:
OH YAY!! I was beginning to think that Gary Oldman wouldn't return! Can't wait to see him in the movie!!
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 11:43 PM EST
Witch
Points: 549
zoppieus says:
Thank God he signed. If he wasnt apart of the next film the movie would probably sucked beans. I cant wait for the film.
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 11:46 PM EST
Student
Points: 296
h.p. says:
He is a really great actor and I'm glad he got the part. I can't wait to see him again. And btw happy birthday Gary.
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 11:58 PM EST
Prefect
Points: 334
~hp Roxx~ says:
That is really cool!I am glad he's coming back.
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 11:59 PM EST
Prefect
Points: 319
Krithika_21 says:
FINALLY !! That's a very good news !!!
Posted Mar 22, 2006 at 12:02 AM EST
Prefect
Points: 334
~hp Roxx~ says:
Sorry for double post,but I forgot to wish Gary Oldman.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY GARY.
Posted Mar 22, 2006 at 12:02 AM EST
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