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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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Squib
Points: 108
Darth Filch says:
What's the deal with the other adult actors. Is Maggie Smith returning? What about Alan Rickman and Michael Gambon? Gambon sucks but still i'd like them to keep the same people.
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 5:28 PM EST
Avada Kedavra Survivor
Points: 4063
the-girl-who-lived says:
Finally.. i was starting to get confused if he was playing sirius or not... Thank g-d is and that they finally confirmed it!!!
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 5:31 PM EST
Witch
Points: 915
Hermione-half&half says:
Great great news! It would have been a shame if they'd changed him now. Great news for Garl Oldman fans!
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 5:31 PM EST
Witch
Points: 828
Elphaba_Thropp says:
hallelujah praise the lord! Finally I can relax and wait happily for the next film knowing it will be complete!
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 5:32 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 2nd Class
Points: 1675
lissir10 says:
YES!!! I am so happy he is going to be in OotP!!! It wouldn't have been the same without him. oh and
Happy birthday to you
Happy birthday to you
Happy birthday to Gary Oldman!!!
Happy birthday to YOU!!!!!!!!!!!
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 5:33 PM EST
Prefect
Points: 303
Draco'sGirl2121 says:
I am so glad he is coming back. When I found out that he might not be coming back I was so upset but know that he is coming back I am so Happy OoTP just wouldn't be the same without good old gary.
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 5:33 PM EST
Mistress of Enchantment
Points: 19636
Muse of the Aurors says:
Wooooo!! Yes! Yes! Yes! I freakin' love Gary Oldman and he does a great job as Sirius. I'm soooo glad that he's coming back for OotP.
~Ash~
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 5:36 PM EST
Princess of Anime
Points: 7530
Allenoray Mozart says:
WOW! That's great! I'm really glad he's returning as Sirius Black! And also HAPPY BIRTHDAY! ^,^
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 5:38 PM EST
Harry's Lost Brother
Points: 10058
American Harry Potter says:
All I can say is Hooray!! I am so glad that Oldman is returning! I mean, he is Sirius Black! Of course, we will be saddened by Sirius's death at the end, but it's great to see him return to the screen!!!! Congratulations Gary!!
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 5:38 PM EST
Keeper of Harry's Fate
Points: 8909
TheOneWhoMustBeNamed says:
Glad to see that resolved. His character was really key for this film, like POA and to have missed him would have been very sad. Now it looks like it is a lock.
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 5:39 PM EST
Head Girl
Points: 460
Dragon_ Lady says:
Yea!!!!
Thank you SO much to WB for finally taking care of this.
I am now so ready to see this movie!!!
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 5:39 PM EST
Student
Points: 258
dragongirl_58 says:
That is Sirius-ly awesome. I'm quite glad he's coming back actually. That might look a bit weird to watch all the movies and see two different people playing a part. (It is weird to see the Dumbledore switch.)
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 5:40 PM EST
Witch
Points: 874
Together Forever, H/Hr... says:
Thats really excitng. He was so good in Prisoner of Azkaban I wounldn't know who they would replace him with. It would be nearly impossible to get someone so well fit for the charatcer, he was exactaly how I pictured him to be.
*%* Susanna *%*
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 5:42 PM EST
High Inquisitor
Points: 23477
KT Lady says:
YAY! You have *no* idea how happy this news makes me. No one besides Gary could play Sirius. I bet Sirius-Ella is excited as well ;)
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 5:45 PM EST
Nightingale's Song
Points: 3576
Angel Lei says:
Hooray Gary is definately going to be back as Sirius!!
I don't think they could have really have got someone else to play that part.
Oh and HAPPY BIRTHDAY GARY!!!!!
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 5:48 PM EST
Prince Charming
Points: 8429
Knight and Shining Armor says:
I am soo happy that the same actor that played sirus in the last movie is coming back again. I really liked how he acted in the 3rd movie.
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 5:49 PM EST
Vampire
Points: 2939
Dansgirl34 says:
YAY!!!! Im so excited! It is about time too, dumb WB! Im so glad he is coming back because it would have been really sucky if he didn't! Happy Birthday Gary Oldman!!!!
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 5:49 PM EST
Prefect
Points: 335
HarryPotter731 says:
Well Hallelujah!!! PRAISE THE LORD! Bout time they cut a deal with him.
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 5:52 PM EST
Wizard
Points: 649
Sir Blake the First says:
Fabulous. I am glad to see Gary will be returning.
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 5:52 PM EST
Mrs. Ronald Weasley
Points: 2606
hplover234 says:
That is so freaking awesome. I am so excited right now you have no idea. I even did my Harry Potter Filch dance. Which is basically running like Filch did in the fourth film. I can't wait till the movie comes out. So exciting!
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 5:53 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 2nd Class
Points: 1720
hpforever138 says:
Ah this news just made me day! How fantastic this movie is going to be GREAT!
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 5:54 PM EST
Witch
Points: 508
LunaLovegoodDA says:
THANK THE DEAR LORD! I would've boycotted if he wasn't Sirius!!
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 5:56 PM EST
Harry's Soul-Mate
Points: 3337
Lea says:
THANK GOD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
See, I knew it couldn't have been other way!!!!!! :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D
P.S. Happy birthday, Gary!!! And WELCOME BACK!!!
*does the happy dance and jumps around throwing confetti & butterbeer all over the place*
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 5:57 PM EST
Squib
Points: 108
Darth Filch says:
It's great that hes coming back. He was great in POA. BUt what about the other adult actors. Maggie Smith and Alan Rickman have to return. It wouldnt be the same at all.
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 5:57 PM EST
Muggle
Points: 2
BatBam13 says:
that's Cool. The movie needs Gary Oldman just would not be the movie if he wasnt on it.
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 5:58 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 4th Class
Points: 1280
MRC says:
Oh thank goodness! This is such a relief! YAY GARY!! Can't wait to see him as Sirius in OotP next year. WOOO!!! :-D
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 5:59 PM EST
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