Actor Cillian Murphy has shared insights on the future of the ‘28 Years Later’ franchise and addressed rumors linking him to the ‘Harry Potter’ series on HBO. Murphy, known for his role in ‘Peaky Blinders’, is set to reprise his character in the upcoming sequel to ‘28 Years Later: The Bone Temple’. Regarding the possibility of the sequel, Murphy expressed his readiness, stating, “Hope so. I’m ready anyway.”
In an interview with The Times, Murphy clarified that he is not involved in the ‘Harry Potter’ television adaptation, refuting claims that he might portray Voldemort. He emphasized his discomfort with the idea of being a public figure, stating, “Being a personality is not what I am good at.” Murphy also expressed his unease with the trappings of fame, highlighting the challenges of navigating public attention and self-perception.
The ‘Harry Potter’ television series has already cast key roles, with Dominic McLaughlin as Harry Potter, Arabella Stanton as Hermione, and Alastair Stour as Ron. Notable actors in the series include Paapa Essiedu as Snape, John Lithgow as Albus Dumbledore, Janet McTeer as Minerva McGonagall, and Nick Frost as Rubeus Hagrid. The show is helmed by the ‘Succession’ duo Francesca Gardiner and Mark Mylod, with Gardiner as showrunner and Mylod directing multiple episodes.
Cillian Murphy, known for his work in theatre and acclaimed films like ‘28 Days Later’ and collaborations with director Christopher Nolan, has garnered praise for his performances. His diverse roles include portraying Thomas Shelby in ‘Peaky Blinders’ and J. Robert Oppenheimer in Nolan’s ‘Oppenheimer’. Murphy’s talent has been recognized with prestigious awards, including a BAFTA Award and an Academy Award for Best Actor.
