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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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Witch
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Divadancer4life says:
Sweet! I was so worried that he might not be returning and that would just be realy sad!
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 6:39 PM EST
Witch
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Mrs.Draco.Malfoy says:
HAPPY BIRTHDAY GARY!!! Very happy to see he'll be coming back for OoTP!
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 6:39 PM EST
Student
Points: 220
Magical and Mysterious Me says:
I am so happy that he is back in OOTP. This movie might be a bit better than some of the movie. I also hope that they will put in at least the major parts of the book.
~Tina~
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 6:44 PM EST
Longbottom is My King
Points: 4718
Kelin says:
First off, I want to wish Gary a happy birthday! I am trying my best to get Léon for my friends to see. My fav Gary Oldman performance. I highly recommend it, but it's rated R.
Second, I want to say FINALLY!!!!!!! Everyone had me very worried!!
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 6:47 PM EST
Prefect
Points: 314
I'm Rad says:
Well duh he's coming back. i don't think it's gonna really gonna finsih the movie without him.
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 6:47 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 4th Class
Points: 1356
phoenixfire_HG says:
Finally! It took them long enough. I thought they would have made the deal sooner too. I wish him luck on Order of the Phoenix, and I can't wait to see it... now all we need is the young sirius and lupin and I'll be set!
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 6:49 PM EST
Muggle
Points: 17
potter's house says:
Does anyone not love Gary Oldman? I'm so glad he's back too and I can't wait to see it!
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 6:50 PM EST
Harry's Lost Brother
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American Harry Potter says:
Hooray again to Gary!! LunaLovegoodDA, I see we have a similar agreement! Harry and LUna forever? I think Luna and Harry together forever!
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 6:52 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 3rd Class
Points: 1445
PotionMaster says:
Yes! We can all finally rest in peace. I just wonder why it took so long. Kind of weird when everyone else seem to already be casted.
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 6:52 PM EST
Student
Points: 297
Hermione_Harry_Luna says:
YES!!! I'm glad he's back!!
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 6:58 PM EST
Resident Angel
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sneakoscope says:
Whoo Hoo! I love Gary Oldman! He makes an awesome Sirius.
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 6:59 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 3rd Class
Points: 1454
xMAVERICK says:
HAPPY BIRTHDAY GARY =] =]
Yeah thanks goodness they signed him, OOTP just wouldent be the same without him!
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 7:01 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 4th Class
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Chadick says:
Oh WOW! What a good news! I'm so glad the Oldman will return for OotP. Can't wait to see him in action!! And to think, it's his birthday today. What a big surprise!
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 7:02 PM EST
Auror
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kermittounette says:
It was a MUST to see Gary into that movie! The Order of the Phoenix without Sirius Black isn't the same. I'm happy to see that it will finally happen!
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 7:07 PM EST
Professor
Points: 1031
HPfanatic10 says:
Hooray! Yipee! I missed Sirius in Gof. This is great news Happy B-day Gary! Oh no that means this is his last Harry Potter movie, we won't see him again! *cries*
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 7:07 PM EST
Witch
Points: 602
*Rabia* says:
Thank goodness. I was starting to get a little bit worried.
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 7:08 PM EST
Prefect
Points: 364
Maynard Potter says:
WOOOOO HOOOOOOO! Thank you Mr Oldman. Can't WAIT to see the fantastic job we all know you'll do.
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 7:08 PM EST
Auror
Points: 2413
emmafan says:
This also makes me happy, It just makes for a great day. Gary Oldman is a great actor.
General
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 7:09 PM EST
Student
Points: 288
Ronnie's Girl says:
YAY!! I love Gary Oldman!! He's the bestest Sirius Black!!! He's the ONLY Sirius Black.
~JKR
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 7:10 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 3rd Class
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ALLI8 says:
YES!!! im soo happy that he's coming back!!! Im soo glad, hp would not be the same without him!!
alli8~
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 7:11 PM EST
Student
Points: 221
beautiful_tragedy15 says:
Aw yay. he's so good, whenever I read the books, i imagine him. no one could take his place.
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 7:12 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 4th Class
Points: 1210
Krum says:
Thank gooooooooooooooddddd nessssssssssssssss.. AHHH relief.
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 7:15 PM EST
Witch
Points: 519
HPotters_Girl says:
Cool I was hopeing the he would be back in this one he has such a big part!
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 7:24 PM EST
Student
Points: 299
remember_c says:
YESSSSSSSSS! And on his birthday, too! That is great news, i dont know what i would have done. Maybe cried? Haha, maybe not...but still, i am overjoyed! Too bad he has to die......
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 7:24 PM EST
Prefect
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xParselmouthx says:
Sweet! I have been waiting for this moment since forever! Nobody could be a better Sirius.
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 7:25 PM EST
Muggle
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EmoHarryPotter says:
Thank God!!! I had a nightmare last night that the fifth film was horrible because he was left out and they put Quiddtich underwater!! The Snitch was a yellow beach ball!!! Anyway... back on topic... the point of the story is I have been jumpy all day worried that the film will be ruined by his exclusion!
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 7:30 PM EST
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