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Daniel to star in ITV drama 
AUGUST 27, 2006 at 7:16 PM
Posted by GERI
Source: DanRadcliffe.com/DanRadcliffe.co.uk
It was announced this weekend at the Edinburgh International Film Festival that Harry Potter actor Daniel Radcliffe will star in the British TV station ITV's production of My Boy Jack, the true story of Rudyard Kipling and his son Jack who was tragically killed during the First World War. Filming of the drama will take place next summer and be screened next autumn on ITV.
Dan had this to say about this new venture:
For many people my age, the First World War is just a topic in a history book. But, I've always been fascinated by the subject and think its as relevant today as it ever was with young men all over the world still sacrificing their lives in the name of war.
I can't even begin to imagine what it must have been like in the trenches, living amongst the stench of death and knowing that at any moment it may be your last. But, I think its important we try to imagine the horrors these young men experienced and to never forget them.
I am extremely proud to be part of the production of My Boy Jack and only hope I can do justice to the memory of the men who fought and those who died.
The drama was written by and will also star actor/writer David Haig
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You can read more and see pictures of Dan and David here and here courtsey of DR.co.ukand DR.com.
Additional information on the project is available here.
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Harry's Lost Brother
Points: 10058
American Harry Potter says:
I like World War I as well, so this should be interesting.
Posted Aug 27, 2006 at 11:11 PM EST
Witch
Points: 566
lupinsgal24 says:
Great news for Dan. I only hope he will continue to be "Harry" for the last 2 movies. If not, it would make the whole Potter journey bittersweet...
Posted Aug 27, 2006 at 11:11 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 4th Class
Points: 1278
MollyMomma says:
Dan is a really neat kid. I hope he can stay as down to earth and charitable as he seems to be now.
Posted Aug 27, 2006 at 11:14 PM EST
Head Girl
Points: 480
Geowitch says:
Wow, this sounds like a really interesting storyline for a movie. I am really looking forward to seeing it when it comes out. I hope they do it justice.
Posted Aug 27, 2006 at 11:25 PM EST
Prefect
Points: 354
Ron&Hermione-forever says:
Dan said a lot of nice things in his statement. I think he'll do a good job. It's good that he is so into it.
Posted Aug 27, 2006 at 11:26 PM EST
Professor
Points: 1056
GeeMessy says:
Dan is going to be busy, busy. I just hope he gets to work on the last two Potter movies. It is good he keeps getting a chance to work on many projects. I hope they show the tv drama here in the u.s.
Posted Aug 27, 2006 at 11:35 PM EST
Witch
Points: 893
Divadancer4life says:
Wow that is cool he doesn't think of it as just a history topic because it is so true what he has stated!
Posted Aug 28, 2006 at 12:17 AM EST
Head Girl
Points: 474
ladybythebay says:
I am so impressed by the projects Dan is taking on. This latest one makes me wonder when he'll have time for HBP?
Posted Aug 28, 2006 at 12:38 AM EST
Professor
Points: 1143
Godric11 says:
Good for Dan, he is going to be very busy this year.
Posted Aug 28, 2006 at 12:43 AM EST
Order of Merlin, 2nd Class
Points: 1720
hufflepuff_babe says:
Awesome it sounds great. It's great to hear that he is doing another film project along with Harry Potter. Good luck Dan!
Posted Aug 28, 2006 at 12:53 AM EST
Points: 662
Tina2005 says:
Oh my god, I am going to cry I just read the entire article and it says that Dan's character will DIE!!! NO!!!! this will be a 2 hour film, I cannot wait to see it...but I am going to cry when I see Dan dying !
Posted Aug 28, 2006 at 12:58 AM EST
Order of Merlin, 4th Class
Points: 1375
Entirely Insane says:
GREAT! Hope if screens down in south pacific!
Posted Aug 28, 2006 at 1:18 AM EST
Student
Points: 241
medea_smyke says:
Wow, thought sound like a really great production.
Posted Aug 28, 2006 at 1:28 AM EST
Squib
Points: 165
*~JuLiEt~* says:
Thats so cool. hes doing so many interesting things! its good to see hes doing different things. i just wounder when everyone else is going to do different stuff too! i know rupert did driving lessons and its going to be great! but i wounder what else are they going to do?
Posted Aug 28, 2006 at 2:13 AM EST
Student
Points: 225
Hot_Diggory_Damn says:
The more TV shows and movies he's in, the better. It should be really good [Not just because Dan is in it, he will make it surpisingly better though].
Posted Aug 28, 2006 at 2:27 AM EST
Order of Merlin, 1st Class
Points: 1931
tsvety says:
What he said was really um...touching ^_^ Well I can't wait to see him in other films :)
Lina
Posted Aug 28, 2006 at 2:43 AM EST
Auror
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Skitch says:
Its soo great to hear that Dan is getting other work. Don't get me wrong, I LOVE him in the hp movies; I just really think its important that he branch out as an actor before he gets through with the films. That way, he'll have more than one title on his resume. Good luck Dan!
Posted Aug 28, 2006 at 2:49 AM EST
Points: 662
Tina2005 says:
Let see after GoF he got DB, Equus and now this film "My Boy Jack", I cannot wait to see how many other offers he will get once he is done shooting HBP!!
Posted Aug 28, 2006 at 2:57 AM EST
Forgetful Werewolf
Points: 14827
Patronus_Potter says:
That's great, it's good to see Dan getting other roles.
I'll have to watch My Boy Jack when it is on, it looks/sounds very good.
Posted Aug 28, 2006 at 3:48 AM EST
The Goddess
Points: 2793
Moonface says:
WOW!
He's gonna be in a show!!?????
Rupert is a better actor, he deserves to be in a show! Daniel just got lucky because of the HP hype, not that he hasnt improved. He's just still an overactor. (Sorry Daniel!)
Either way i wish him good luck!
Posted Aug 28, 2006 at 3:53 AM EST
Squib
Points: 137
ny says:
Yay!! I wonder how he'll act in the movie.
Posted Aug 28, 2006 at 4:15 AM EST
Wizard
Points: 906
*The*Physical*Being* says:
Wow, Daniel is really keeping busy. No wonder he's taking a year off school. I wish him all the best!!!!!!!
Posted Aug 28, 2006 at 4:48 AM EST
Witch
Points: 922
Lilium says:
Very good for Dan!!! He's really doing more things out of Harry Potter which is very nice. It sounds like an interesting film, he will have lots of things to do!!! Oh, and he looks very nice in those pictures, really cute!!!
Posted Aug 28, 2006 at 5:36 AM EST
Order of Merlin, 1st Class
Points: 1945
Carrie Weasley says:
Hopefully he will still make time for HBP next summer, or whenever they start filming it. I'm glad he's starting to get into other projects, though. I hope he does a good job, he seems very dedicated to playing the part right.
Posted Aug 28, 2006 at 5:49 AM EST
Order of Merlin, 1st Class
Points: 1919
emma_wannabe says:
Thats cool!
Dan must be REAL busy.
I wish Emma does something out of Harry Potter.
hmm.
:)
-iSaBeL
Posted Aug 28, 2006 at 6:01 AM EST
Auror
Points: 2945
Ariana Dumbledore says:
It's great that Dan is getting involved, because his popularity will no doubtedly attract more viewers, and possibly get some young people interested in WWI. Great job Dan!
Posted Aug 28, 2006 at 6:05 AM EST
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