Though Thailand is a world away from the magical halls of Hogwarts, Jason Isaacs, star of The White Lotus Season 3, shared his unique perspective on who should succeed him as Lucius Malfoy in HBO's forthcoming Harry Potter TV series. In a recent interview with Variety, focused on his role in The White Lotus, Isaacs suggested none other than Meryl Streep for the part.
"Meryl Streep," Isaacs stated confidently. "She can do anything, that woman. There’s literally no limit to what she can do." Streep, known for her versatility, has previously portrayed a male character in the HBO miniseries "Angels in America," where she played an elderly male rabbi among other roles. Given her track record, Isaacs believes she could excel as Lucius Malfoy.
Despite his endorsement, Isaacs humorously declined to offer any advice to Streep or any future Lucius Malfoy. "I wouldn’t have any advice at all. Why would I bother?" he remarked. "I know some of the people they’re casting already. They’re brilliant actors. It’s going to be fantastic, and the last thing they need is advice from some old fart like me."
Isaacs, who first brought Lucius Malfoy to life in "Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets" and continued through to "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2," is confident in the new adaptation's casting choices. At the time of this article, the only confirmed casting is John Lithgow as Albus Dumbledore, a role previously filled by Richard Harris and Michael Gambon.
Rumors suggest that "Black Mirror" star Paapa Essiedu is nearing a deal to play Severus Snape, originally portrayed by Alan Rickman, while "Jessica Jones" star Janet McTeer is reportedly in talks to take on the role of Minerva McGonagall, originally played by Maggie Smith. However, these roles have yet to be officially confirmed.
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