Jason Isaacs Suggests Unexpected Actor for Lucius Malfoy in HBO's Harry Potter Series

Thailand may be a world away from the magical halls of Hogwarts, but that hasn't stopped Jason Isaacs, star of The White Lotus Season 3, from sharing his intriguing casting suggestion for the role of Lucius Malfoy in HBO's upcoming Harry Potter TV series. In a recent interview with Variety, Isaacs humorously proposed Meryl Streep for the part. "She can do anything, that woman. There’s literally no limit to what she can do," he remarked, citing Streep's versatile performance in the HBO miniseries Angels in America, where she portrayed, among other characters, an elderly male rabbi.

Despite his bold suggestion, Isaacs remains hands-off about giving advice to potential successors. "I wouldn’t have any advice at all. Why would I bother?" he stated, expressing confidence in the new cast. "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 optimistic about the new adaptation. At the time of this article's publication, the only confirmed casting for the series is John Lithgow as Albus Dumbledore, a role previously portrayed by Richard Harris and Michael Gambon. Rumors are swirling about Paapa Essiedu potentially playing Severus Snape, originally Alan Rickman's character, and Janet McTeer as Minerva McGonagall, originally played by Maggie Smith, though these have yet to be officially confirmed.

How to Watch Harry Potter in Chronological Order

For fans eager to revisit the magical world before the new series, watching the Harry Potter films in chronological order can enhance your experience. Here’s how you can do it:

Start with "Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone" and follow through to "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2" to witness the complete journey of Harry, Ron, and Hermione. This order allows you to experience the story as it unfolds in the books and films, ensuring a seamless narrative flow.