|
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.)
Reader Comments (495)
Your Thoughts
click to write...
Copyright © 2002-2008 HPANA. This work is licensed under a Creative Commons License. 
HPANA is an unofficial fan site, in no way affiliated with J.K. Rowling,
Scholastic Books, Bloomsbury Publishing or Warner Bros. Entertainment. All
trademarks and copyrighted material are the property of their respective owners.
About HPANA | Movie 6 | Send a news tip | Contact us | Privacy policy
226-250 251-275 276-300 301-325 326-350 351-375 376-400 401-425
426-450 451-475 476-495
Witch
Points: 534
mrs radcliffe/potter says:
Great!! I mean who else could portray good old Sirius Black?? NO ONE!!! Im glad he'll be coming back!
Posted Mar 22, 2006 at 10:05 PM EST
Muggle
Points: 2
angel2006 says:
I think it's great that Gary's in the fifth movie, his part is very important and it would not have been worth it without him.
Posted Mar 22, 2006 at 10:21 PM EST
Head Boy
Points: 415
Celticbryan says:
Yeah! I just can't Imagine anyone else playing the role.
Posted Mar 22, 2006 at 10:21 PM EST
Student
Points: 261
the_5th_element says:
Seriously, what was warner brothers thinking not talking to them about this months ago! He better be in the entire thing this time, AND IN PERSON! They totally need to establish more of a connection immediately between Sirius and Harry!
Posted Mar 22, 2006 at 10:32 PM EST
Hogwarts Valedictorian
Points: 2764
Lily*R/Hr says:
YES!!! Oh man, I'm so glad he's coming back, OotP wouldn't be the same with a different actor playing Sirius, and it's not like they could cut the character all together. I can't wait to hear more about the movie!
And happy birthday, Gary!
Posted Mar 22, 2006 at 10:47 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 4th Class
Points: 1335
diggorys_girl says:
Im so glad hes returning! I couldnt handle The order of the phoenix without him as he is one of the main characters in it'! *sigh* I love Sirius.
Posted Mar 22, 2006 at 11:58 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 3rd Class
Points: 1542
Ðigital Jesus [І] says:
Thank gawd. OotP without him would be so disapointing.
Posted Mar 23, 2006 at 12:51 AM EST
Chief Auror
Points: 15499
auror_potter says:
Well I'm not sure how he is going to be in this next movie but I always imagined Sirius as being younger.
Posted Mar 23, 2006 at 1:06 AM EST
Head Girl
Points: 476
MRS_BRENDON_URIE says:
I am over the moon that gary oldmen is coming back for the 5th movie he is an awesome actor and fantastic at playing sirius.
Posted Mar 23, 2006 at 1:21 AM EST
Wizard
Points: 906
*The*Physical*Being* says:
Finally some confirmation! Good news to her, its great to have him back!!!!!!!!!!
Posted Mar 23, 2006 at 1:34 AM EST
Squib
Points: 139
harrydanpotter says:
Well its a relief. I dont know why he wasnt approched before and hope they dont cut his role........
Posted Mar 23, 2006 at 4:00 AM EST
Student
Points: 264
Radcliffe's Girl says:
Finally!!! Yay!! at least thats final, now we just need to wait for the movie!!
Posted Mar 23, 2006 at 4:03 AM EST
Prefect
Points: 395
EbonyIvory says:
Thank god! I couldn't think of having anyone else!
Posted Mar 23, 2006 at 5:07 AM EST
Custodian of Miracles
Points: 3245
MadamDumbledore says:
Oh for the sake of continuity, "thank heavens"!!
I still imagined Sirius to be completely different though.
Posted Mar 23, 2006 at 6:51 AM EST
The Bulgarian Seeker
Points: 9781
~KrUmS_gUrL~ says:
Yay! I am glad that he is going ot be playing the "The Order of the Pheonix" it's sad how fast he gets killed off. It sucks so much.
Posted Mar 23, 2006 at 7:18 AM EST
Order of Merlin, 2nd Class
Points: 1651
zues says:
I'm so happy. He really is the only guy for the part.
Posted Mar 23, 2006 at 8:10 AM EST
Magical Sanitary Supplier
Points: 2506
5225 says:
Aaaah, I am so glad that he decided to still play Sirius. It will not be the same without him. Period
Posted Mar 23, 2006 at 8:23 AM EST
Queen of Blah
Points: 4072
snuffles563 says:
what were they waiting for??the 22nd century???!!!
anyways im glad hes back though...
Posted Mar 23, 2006 at 8:37 AM EST
Witch
Points: 670
Gryffindor_chick says:
Yay!! Sirius is such an important rold int he 5th movie.. I'm glad Gary can play the part. He makes a great Sirius Black, exactly how I imagioned him looking like.
Posted Mar 23, 2006 at 9:04 AM EST
Order of Merlin, 4th Class
Points: 1366
lee-lo-loves-ron says:
Wow thats great that they haven't cut him or used a different actor i mean it wuld be so weird having a different serius..I suppose its okay swapping a minor character like parvati like they did for a while but hey its great lets party...!
Posted Mar 23, 2006 at 9:45 AM EST
Squib
Points: 122
Kranotti says:
I can't believe there was any doubt that he should be brought back!
Posted Mar 23, 2006 at 10:59 AM EST
Order of Merlin, 4th Class
Points: 1378
Tabitha Black says:
OH that's great news! I'm so excited to see the movie this is going to be big! I can't wait!!
Posted Mar 23, 2006 at 12:16 PM EST
Witch
Points: 952
Dementor Exterminator says:
I'm so glad that Gary Oldman's gunna stick around and play Sirius in OotP. He's a great actor and i'd of hated it if he had decided to leave.
Happy birthday to him for a couple of days ago!
Posted Mar 23, 2006 at 12:25 PM EST
Witch
Points: 818
ElizabethRG says:
Okay good. Because I heard he wasn't going to come back and I like cried. Very excited to see him again... :)
Posted Mar 23, 2006 at 12:51 PM EST
Student
Points: 227
silva_gabby says:
there was a lot of contreversy but i knew Gary Oldman would be back!!!!!
Posted Mar 23, 2006 at 12:52 PM EST
Student
Points: 211
Regulus_Alphard says:
YESS!!! if he hadn't I'd start crying!! He means a lot to the movies and he totally rocks!! Go GARY!!!§§
Posted Mar 23, 2006 at 12:56 PM EST
226-250 251-275 276-300 301-325 326-350 351-375 376-400 401-425
426-450 451-475 476-495
Back to top of page