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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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Prefect
Points: 364
Voldemorts Adviser says:
Brilliant!!!!!!!!!! Thats great. Can't wait to see him again.
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 5:06 PM EST
Parselmouth
Points: 29050
Thestral Eyes says:
YES! FINALY they've signed him up! Its ridiculous how long its taken to do what with sirius being such an important character in the upcoming film! *shakes head* Im so glad he DIDNT take another role in another film, it would have been horrible if they had to cast another actor to play Sirius...just wouldnt be right. Very happy hes back :D
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 5:06 PM EST
Muggle
Points: 80
sethanie88 says:
I was getting kind of worried for a while. I wonder why it took so long for them to make the deal? And I definately agree with Parselmouth, I would have been pretty bummed out if they'd picked someone else to be Sirius.
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 5:10 PM EST
Head Boy
Points: 458
#1:HarryPotterFan says:
He wasnt in GoF that much, but i think he does a great job as Sirius. Cant wait to see him.
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 5:10 PM EST
Professor
Points: 1099
Gryffindor*Girl says:
That is brilliant!!! I am so glad, that he decided to return for Order of the Phoenix!! Can't wait to see you Oldman!!
~Alissa
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 5:10 PM EST
Queen of the Fae
Points: 3790
marauderette says:
Yay! about time! I was really hoping he would come back. Who else could play him? Finally! Now we just need casting news for young sirius!
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 5:12 PM EST
Professor
Points: 1080
JDPotter says:
YEESSS!! I'm glad he's going to be back!
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 5:12 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 3rd Class
Points: 1448
~ Lexi-Chita ~ says:
Yay!...I'm really glad that he's coming back...:D:D:D...the film can't go on without him...:D:D:D
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 5:14 PM EST
Professor
Points: 1111
Phoenix_Patronus says:
Yay! It's great to hear that he's going to be coming back.....it's been such a long time, and he had such a short appearance in Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire. I wish him all the best of luck in the production of the fifth installment of the Potter series.
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 5:15 PM EST
Head Girl
Points: 410
Janelle Weasley says:
This is great news, He is one my favorite actors in the films. I can't wait for OotP. Go Gary Oldman!
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 5:15 PM EST
Student
Points: 245
IxLuvxHPandCD says:
I'm so excited, but at the same time I never really thought 100% that Gary wasn't coming back due to the fact that he's the only Sirius there is. Happy Birthday Gary and welcome back! The fifth movie is gonna rock and I'm so glad to see him back!
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 5:15 PM EST
Squib
Points: 103
purplesky123 says:
Yes!! he is one of my favourite i am soooo o glad :):)
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 5:18 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 4th Class
Points: 1227
I Who Lived..To Read says:
Whoooo! I can't wait until OotP comes on film! Unless they ruin it, of course.. Ah, well, I am glad to know for sure that Gary Oldman will be BACK!
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 5:20 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 2nd Class
Points: 1753
Veela~Girl says:
Well finally! How silly that he wasn't officialy signed for so long. It's almost like the wanted to stir up some drama over this! Well good to hear that he's back (for one final movie, tear).
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 5:21 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 2nd Class
Points: 1795
snapelupinfan says:
Good, I'd like to see him back as Sirius. Pity that it will be the last time...I hope that he gets much screen time - I'd prefer to see the kitchen scene with him and Alan Rickman...and Dan trying to push them apart...
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 5:22 PM EST
Muggle
Points: 45
WondrousDay says:
Every movie he is in he seems to get so involved in the part, its almost scary what a good actor he is.
Happy Birthday...
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 5:22 PM EST
Order of the Phoenix
Points: 4073
Eleanor says:
Good!!! I am glad that he will be back! I can't wait to see him in it!
Also Happy Birthday to you Garry!
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 5:22 PM EST
Wizard
Points: 571
Sibyll Trelawney says:
Why didnt he just say he was coming back when people started the rumors?
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 5:23 PM EST
Hermione's Twin
Points: 5045
*Miss Hermione Granger* says:
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.
YESSSS!!! great news once agai HPANA i have to say! So,he is coming back? yes,i knew he would of coure.I mean,how could he not?It would just be...so wrong!But I can`t wait for OOTP,And gary is back!
Oh,and let me wish you a happy birthday Gary! Happy birthday to you! Have a good one and enjoy it loads!
Go OOTP and Gary.Yes!
*Jamie*
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 5:24 PM EST
Student
Points: 229
AAR4EVER says:
That's great. I love when they keep the same people in the movies and not have to use other people. The movie comes out way better:);)=)
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 5:24 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 3rd Class
Points: 1485
R//V/@ says:
I got worried, but thank god he's comming back.This umfortunatly,would be his last hp movie :'(
But I am so happy that he's doing it,no one else can play serius ,serius-ly....
PS:happy birthday Gary
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 5:25 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 2nd Class
Points: 1600
jenn007a says:
Thank God! Im very happy that it is finally set that he is returning. I really thought that he would.
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 5:25 PM EST
Witch
Points: 847
mrs sirius black says:
Huzzah! It wouldn't have been the same without Gary Oldman playing Sirius. Too bad Sirius dies so he can't come back for the last two. I look forward to the movie!
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 5:25 PM EST
rockstar
Points: 2835
Harry_J Potter 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 21, 2006 at 5:28 PM EST
Head Girl
Points: 400
chinatown00x says:
Hooray! I'm sooo glad he's coming back...especially for OotP since Sirius plays such a big role. Well, I feel better about that. I was so afraid that they'd have someone else and that it would be really wierd. But, after this we won't really have to worry about who plays Sirius now will we? *tear*
Posted Mar 21, 2006 at 5:28 PM EST
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
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