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Tim Roth as Prof. Snape, really 
DECEMBER 10, 2007 at 2:59 PM
Posted by GERI
Source: MTV Movies Blog
Have you ever wondered who else might have been cast to play Prof. Snape in the Harry Potter movies? Well, in a recent interview actor Tim Roth 
mentioned that he had been offered the role but decided to do Tim Burton's version of Planet of the Apes.
Mr. Roth states:
I was going to do both films [Potter and Planet of the Apes]. We rigged it so that I could fly back and forth. They figured out the schedule but it just got to be overwhelming in my mind. My kids really liked the books. They were really into me doing it, but the idea of being an ape with Tim was too good.
I would have made [Snape] a very different guy. But in the end I think it was the right decision since Alan’s had some success with the character.
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Student
Points: 261
datan says:
Hmm Interesting I like Alan better..
Posted Dec 10, 2007 at 3:01 PM EST
Witch
Points: 534
MWbashfulAR says:
Like this is news? I've known this for years. And I've thought it's amusing for years. One cannot believe Roth passed up Snape! Come on! Look what the character turned into - one of the most important characters in the series! And furthermore, he would have made Snape a different guy? How so as Alan Rickman has basically played the character by the book nearly, though with a little variation. And what this comment about how Rickman has played Snape to "some success" - try lots of success!!!
Posted Dec 10, 2007 at 3:26 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 4th Class
Points: 1358
smart hermione says:
I cant imagine anyone else playing Snape, Alan's perfect. you're right MWbashfulAR lots and lots of success
Posted Dec 10, 2007 at 3:38 PM EST
Student
Points: 286
Jorel says:
I am soo glad that Alan Rickman got the part. I love Alan and he does such a good job that it is scary that they considered someone else befor him.
Posted Dec 10, 2007 at 3:39 PM EST
Mrs. Draco Malfoy
Points: 25342
Arika Granger Malfoy says:
Ooo velly interesting
I am glad it was Alan though!!
:D
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Posted Dec 10, 2007 at 3:54 PM EST
Witch
Points: 634
Gred and Forge says:
MWbashfulAR - Yeah that last line didn't sit too well me me neither. He's had "some success." Sheesh. He's had way more success as Snape than Roth did with Planet of the Apes!
I can't picture anyone else as Snape. When I re-read the books I totally hear Alan's voice during Snape's dialogue. But yeah, this is old news, I've known this for a long time.
Posted Dec 10, 2007 at 3:56 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 2nd Class
Points: 1614
Hermione's younger sister says:
I've never heard of Tim Roth before, I wish I knew how both would turn out. Alan Rickman is a very good actor for the part.
Posted Dec 10, 2007 at 3:56 PM EST
Squib
Points: 155
laura123 says:
I just dont get why he said: "since Alan’s had some success with the character" what??? Alan is too perfect for it
Posted Dec 10, 2007 at 4:16 PM EST
Lady of Godric's Hollow
Points: 5051
GodricsGirl says:
Some success with the part?
Is he for real?
I can see how he would play him and I thank God Rickman got the part!
Posted Dec 10, 2007 at 4:37 PM EST
Keeper of Harry's Fate
Points: 8072
TheOneWhoMustBeNamed says:
Hard to imagine anyone else other than Rickman at this point. I think the best choice was ultimately made, and will stand the test of time.
Posted Dec 10, 2007 at 4:37 PM EST
Prefect
Points: 381
Rudeboy2025 says:
I can't imagine anyone else but Rickman for Snape.
Posted Dec 10, 2007 at 4:38 PM EST
Witch
Points: 528
~AlyPotter~ says:
Well, the last line wasn't too enthralling.
Mr. Rickman has had nothing but pure success out of portraying Severus Snape.
I cannnot imagine anyone better for the part.
Posted Dec 10, 2007 at 4:44 PM EST
Witch
Points: 601
kat_123 says:
Alan is perfect for Snape! Who cares about Tim!
Posted Dec 10, 2007 at 4:51 PM EST
Furry Little Problem
Points: 3698
Juicybit says:
Oh I think it would have been interesting to see his take on Snape... much as I adore Alan he's not what I have in my mind. I hope Tim gets some other part in HP, although there aren't that many left now.
Posted Dec 10, 2007 at 5:14 PM EST
Auror
Points: 2234
mad_eye muggle says:
WoW!That's interesting to know.But for me I think Alan Rickman did a very good portrayal of Prof. Snape.I wouldn't think of anyone who could replace him.
Posted Dec 10, 2007 at 5:51 PM EST
Kathe Mera Kalimera
Points: 7443
dominor says:
Ahh well who knows what would have happened if he took the part.. I am very pleased with Alan Rickman though he is great.. And we are all used to seeing him, so i hope they won't make a change or anything..
Posted Dec 10, 2007 at 5:58 PM EST
Witch
Points: 852
Moggiesmom says:
Alan Rickman IS Severus Snape! He totally owns the role. Nobody else has the presence and voice to carry it off. The films would have greatly suffered with anyone else in the roll. ^..^
Posted Dec 10, 2007 at 6:31 PM EST
Witch
Points: 814
star chaser says:
I can't imagine anyone but Alan Rickman being Snape.
Tim Roth could never had played him so well.
Posted Dec 10, 2007 at 6:43 PM EST
Friendly Deaf Angel
Points: 3833
Yolis says:
Ummmmmm NO i cant imaggen anyone better that Alan Rickman to do the Part of Prof.Snape, he is cute and the is Snape all the way...
Posted Dec 10, 2007 at 6:47 PM EST
Witch
Points: 614
Harry_Hermoine_Fanz says:
I really wonder how would Snape be different if Tim portraited Snape.
Posted Dec 10, 2007 at 7:16 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 3rd Class
Points: 1533
~Harry's true love~ says:
Huh, I never knew this. I don't know...I don't see snape in him. But that probably just because I already know snape. And that snape is played my Alan Rickman and he does a fantastic job!
Posted Dec 10, 2007 at 7:29 PM EST
Witch
Points: 595
danebabe says:
It's hard for me to see anyone but Alan playing Snape. When I read about Snape BOOM there's Mr. Rickman in my mind.
Posted Dec 10, 2007 at 7:40 PM EST
Auror
Points: 2418
Fat Lady Sings says:
I can't really imagine taking Planet of the Apes over the Potter films. Tim Burton aside, didn't he realize that he's probably be signing on for seven of them?
I've never been as crazy as the rest of the world with Alan Rickman as Snape (I love love in Die Hard, S&S, Love Actually), but he's grown on me...kind of like greasy mold. At this point, I can't imagine anyone else making Harry's life so miserable.
Posted Dec 10, 2007 at 7:48 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 2nd Class
Points: 1617
*stirmycauldron. says:
Alan Rickman is perfect! I really think he's the better choice, indeed, and no not "some success", he's had great success!:P but true.
Posted Dec 10, 2007 at 8:47 PM EST
Professor
Points: 1111
SlytherinHeiress says:
So... then may it be assumed that Alan was only second choice? What? Are you kidding? I don't know how to respond to that. It's just absurd! "Some success," says Roth. I say Roth is suffering from Loser's Lurgy.
Posted Dec 10, 2007 at 10:06 PM EST
Lady of the Rings
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Padfoot4387 says:
I absolutely love how Alan Rickman's played Snape, and so I'm very relieved to hear that Tim Roth decided not to play him, no offense to him or anything. But c'mon, can you honestly imagine anyone else as Snape?
Posted Dec 10, 2007 at 10:25 PM EST
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