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Gary Oldman returns for 'OotP', Sirius-ly 
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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Auror
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School Governor says:
Good news, looking forward to the duel scene in the Ministry.
Posted Mar 22, 2006 at 8:09 AM EST
Student
Points: 246
Freya says:
super cool !!!
I'm so happy that they don't change the actor who play sirius ^^
Posted Mar 22, 2006 at 8:22 AM EST
Animagus
Points: 19446
Sirius-Ella says:
Heck yes ♥ this just made my year.. for sirius. *dances around on could nine* :-)
Posted Mar 22, 2006 at 8:25 AM EST
Prefect
Points: 366
HP&StarW says:
HALLELUJAH!! Praise the Lord that Gary is on contract with the OotP!! He was worrying all of us to death....I hate it when the actors/actresses do that! They always try to give us a scare! I'm so happy now though...Thank you Gary Oldman!!
Posted Mar 22, 2006 at 8:38 AM EST
Wizard
Points: 539
Canis Diris says:
Well happy birthday Gary! I know you will do well in the film as you have previously! You are a great Sirius Black!
Posted Mar 22, 2006 at 8:44 AM EST
Furry Little Problem
Points: 3701
Juicybit says:
I'm really happy it is all settled! Not that I ever had any doubts. Also fans can now stop worrying and don't need to start a new thread every other day about 'Will Gary return for OotP?' :P
Posted Mar 22, 2006 at 8:49 AM EST
Crookshanks Caretaker
Points: 3796
hermionefan1 says:
I'm so glad the WB finally signed him up for sirius again. It would have been a HUGE mitake if they didn't get him back.
Posted Mar 22, 2006 at 9:00 AM EST
Muggle
Points: 60
inmysimpleheart says:
It's about time! It just wouldn't be the same without him. Or a Sirius. I'm so excited...#5 is my favorite. So much of the plot unfolds! Oh siiiigh!
Posted Mar 22, 2006 at 9:00 AM EST
Witch
Points: 764
Winky:) says:
yes! that`s so great!! he really great as Sirius!:)
Posted Mar 22, 2006 at 9:18 AM EST
Auror
Points: 2175
Andromeda Meliflua says:
Oh, it is good we are getting the same actor to play Sirius, it will make the film series more consistent. He wasn't like I'd pictured Sirius, however. Still, we've yet to see what he looks like this time round that he's not dressed in rags and emaciated.
Posted Mar 22, 2006 at 9:22 AM EST
Keeper of the Faeries
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juliebug04 says:
Fabulous...I absolutely can't imagine this film without Gary in it. Yea!!! :o)
Posted Mar 22, 2006 at 9:36 AM EST
Squib
Points: 165
jen2674 says:
I'm so glad to hear this! I know many Gary Oldman fans (my sister for one) who were nearly brought to tears thinking someone else might play Sirius. Gotta go spread the good news!
Posted Mar 22, 2006 at 9:44 AM EST
Order of Merlin, 2nd Class
Points: 1741
HarryAssistant says:
Awesome! I'm glad they're not switching because it wouldn't look right! Like if they switched the trio for the final movie. They already confirmed doing #6!
Posted Mar 22, 2006 at 10:23 AM EST
Sarcastic Sally
Points: 5087
Lucius's Luscious Lady says:
Awwww...
I'm go glad he's back. He made a great Sirius.
Also, Happy Birthday!
Posted Mar 22, 2006 at 10:24 AM EST
Wood's Quidditch Queen
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Princess Pigwidgeon says:
"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."
Yay! Sounds so great! We're also happy to have you back Gary^_^
And congrats with the 48 years
Posted Mar 22, 2006 at 10:33 AM EST
Professor
Points: 1009
Fire Phoenix says:
Super that's very good news the movie will get good with him as Sirius as it's the core of the story in the 5th book!
Posted Mar 22, 2006 at 10:33 AM EST
Witch
Points: 576
berries&cream says:
Awesome !! Can;t wait!! .....*waiting* hehe
Posted Mar 22, 2006 at 10:40 AM EST
Head Girl
Points: 464
I_heart_Malfoy says:
Yay!!!!....i'm so happy....there's no OotP without Gary Oldman....he had to be in the film!!
Posted Mar 22, 2006 at 10:59 AM EST
Student
Points: 248
barty'smistress says:
I am so glad hes back cause he plays sirius so well and happy birthday!
Posted Mar 22, 2006 at 11:19 AM EST
Auror
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Skitch says:
Well, its about time! I knew he'd just HAVE to come back for the fifth film. Happy Birthday Mr. Oldman.
Posted Mar 22, 2006 at 11:24 AM EST
Auror
Points: 2463
undisputed760 says:
Well its good to know that they wont be replacing him with someone else for sirius's last stand.
Posted Mar 22, 2006 at 11:24 AM EST
Professor
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Faboluneda says:
YES! Yes! Yes! Sirius IS GARY OLDMAN! The Genius! Go GARY!! :) :) :)
Posted Mar 22, 2006 at 11:25 AM EST
Points: 865
superduperpotter says:
YES!! Gary Oldman is an awesome actor and it would have been really dissapointing if he did not return for OoTP.
Posted Mar 22, 2006 at 11:32 AM EST
Witch
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mae_mae? says:
who hoo finally they come to their senses!!!!!!
;D
Posted Mar 22, 2006 at 11:45 AM EST
Ron's Secret-Keeper
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Hermione Puckle says:
Thank god for that... one less thing to worry about! hehe
Posted Mar 22, 2006 at 11:56 AM EST
Grillows Girl
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Miss Baltimore Crabs says:
HE'S COMING BACK! HE'S COMING BACK! HE'S COMING BACK! HE'S COMING BACK! HE'S COMING BACK! HE'S COMING BACK!
Yay! If Gary hadn't have been playing Sirius I would have been sooooo disappointed! What took them so long?!
Posted Mar 22, 2006 at 12:03 PM EST
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