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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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mad_eye muggle says:
Wicked!That is sooo great!Can't wait to see him in OotP.He did a great job in PoA.He is a fine Sirius Black.Can't think of anyone who can replace him.So looking forward on seeing OotP.And a very Happy Birthday to you Gary Oldman!Good luck on doing the movie.
Posted Mar 25, 2006 at 10:53 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 3rd Class
Points: 1461
krystle_clear says:
Thats awesome!! i cant wait to see him in it, it wouldent be the same without him, he played sirius so well!!!
Posted Mar 25, 2006 at 11:34 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 3rd Class
Points: 1539
auntyj says:
Well, about time! I was beginning to think they were never going to commit to anyone playing Sirius!
Posted Mar 25, 2006 at 11:57 PM EST
Auror
Points: 2216
Harry Houdini says:
It's about time they said yes. Now did they ever get any confirmation about Robbie saying yes to be Hagrid again?
Posted Mar 26, 2006 at 1:18 AM EST
Witch
Points: 606
roxypotter13 says:
Oh I'm so glad Gary is playing Sirius it just wouldnt be the same without him. He was so good in PoA! Yay Sirius!!!
Posted Mar 26, 2006 at 1:27 AM EST
Witch
Points: 911
Rasial says:
I am glad he is coming back as Sirius because I think he was brilliant in Sirius' more sane moments but it is sad that after all he is only coming back to die.
Posted Mar 26, 2006 at 5:37 AM EST
Squib
Points: 154
The Wolf Of Mibu says:
Yay! Im glad that Gary Oldman is playing Sirius again! It's siriusly awsome!! I was real afraid that they would have someone else play Sirius..but Oldman is back!
Posted Mar 26, 2006 at 7:19 AM EST
Muggle
Points: 35
Victor Crumb says:
That is so cool he is a really great actor!!! To bad he won't be in movies six or seven.Well we still have a long
time to wait until then. Hope you do as well as in #3 Gary he wasn't in #4 very much.
Posted Mar 26, 2006 at 11:51 AM EST
Head Girl
Points: 429
heva 'bev' says:
He is pefect to play sirius, i can't believe it took them so long to get him! how could they have considered someon else!!! haha well its good hes in OOTP!
Posted Mar 26, 2006 at 12:17 PM EST
Prefect
Points: 331
Oliver_Wood_is_my_idol says:
YES!!! We needed him! This is great news!!
Posted Mar 26, 2006 at 2:02 PM EST
Squib
Points: 163
Severely Lupine says:
Finally! They really waited until the last minute, didn't they?
Someone mentioned wanting to see the scene in the kitchen with him and Snape. I agree. That would be very cool. I hope it's in there.
Posted Mar 26, 2006 at 2:24 PM EST
Seer
Points: 15207
Brittany Radcliffe says:
WAHOOOOOOOO!
im SO happy Gary will be back. its going to be great to see him in person and not just in voice and in a fire haha.
but its also going to be sad........
Posted Mar 26, 2006 at 3:11 PM EST
Witch
Points: 661
Marietta Edgecombe says:
Well, it was obivous he was going to be back for the fifth since he plays a huge part in the Order of the Phoenix. XP
I'm just glad then finally... finalized it and all.
Happy Birthday Gary! Can't wait for any trace of the film!
Posted Mar 26, 2006 at 4:14 PM EST
Hufflepuff Princess
Points: 24832
Waddi Wasi says:
Happy Birthday to him! I'm really, really glad that Gary is going to be Sirius -- I couldn't really imagine another face playing the part.
Posted Mar 26, 2006 at 4:23 PM EST
Witch
Points: 701
Kelly Ann Snape says:
That is wonderful. I was afraid that as the movies went on they would be unable to hold on to the actors but so far so good barring death (Dumbledore.)I hope the movies keep getting better and better. Secondly I hope the next one will be out very soon.
Posted Mar 26, 2006 at 5:00 PM EST
Wizard
Points: 743
Sword of Destiny says:
I think its a good thing for him to come back, just because it would be weird for another actor taking the roll since hes already been played. I really dont think that oldman nails the role of Sirius though. But i havent had much to go by yet. So hopefully i can get a better look at this next movie.
Posted Mar 26, 2006 at 5:53 PM EST
Wizard
Points: 517
theduece says:
Good cause I hate when they have different actors in sequals then they have in the first movie. Plus the people in the Harry Potter movies should be signing for all seven if there going to sign for one.
Posted Mar 26, 2006 at 5:57 PM EST
Muggle
Points: 21
tia_deleivaga says:
Thank Heavens! It was getting tedious, first he supposedly is... the supposedly not... Nice to know for sure. Thts cool that he waited to hear from them before taking anything else. HAPPY BIRTHDAY!
Posted Mar 26, 2006 at 10:12 PM EST
Muggle
Points: 12
MiraL75 says:
I'm glad they finally contacted him about it. I would have been sad if they had gotten somebody else.
Happy Birthday Gary!
Posted Mar 27, 2006 at 12:15 AM EST
Head Girl
Points: 468
Laura_Granger says:
Brilliant!!!!!!!!!! Thats great. Can't wait to see him again.
Posted Mar 27, 2006 at 12:18 AM EST
Head Girl
Points: 468
Laura_Granger says:
YESSS!!! Imagine if he didn't come back, and they had another actor.. it would have ruined it!!! :)
~~Lau~~
Posted Mar 27, 2006 at 12:19 AM EST
Head Girl
Points: 468
Laura_Granger says:
Yeah!!! Finally!!!!! I can't imagine anyone but Gary playing Sirius! He was amazing in PoA and I'm sure he's going to be even better in OotP!!!
Happy B'day Gary!!!!
Posted Mar 27, 2006 at 12:38 AM EST
Head Girl
Points: 453
whitebumblebee says:
I am glad that he is coming back- it wouldn't be the same without him!!!!
Posted Mar 27, 2006 at 12:54 AM EST
Head Girl
Points: 447
RinnyluvsNeville says:
i am so happy he is comming back i cant wait to see him he is a great actor in the 3rd movie and if he aint in the fith then it just wouldnt be right he dies we all know that...
Rin
Posted Mar 27, 2006 at 2:40 AM EST
The Slytherin Slayer
Points: 9542
Mr. Big Shot says:
Arf . . . cool he's gonna come back . . . but . . .this is his last trip right . . . I mean cause there's no more Sirius . .. thanks to Harry . . . hmmm . . . . nice of him to join us as we finish the ride . . . l0l
Posted Mar 27, 2006 at 9:54 AM EST
Student
Points: 248
Draconus Kitten says:
Thank goodness....Serius is Black...uh...back...anyhow, I enjoy watching Harry, Ron, and Hermione interact with characters other that the usuals that were in the series from the beginning. I'm also interested to see Dan, Rupert and Emma grow as actors by working with these great guest stars.
Posted Mar 27, 2006 at 12:14 PM EST
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