The Harry Potter films have had the support of countless stars in a variety of roles. This included British character actor John Hurt, who appeared in the fantasy franchise as wand dealer Garrick Ollivander.
More than 10 years ago, the actor, who died in 2017, expressed his opinion on the Harry Potter series, which above all very critical from a monetary point of view was.
Harry Potter actor John Hurt complained about spending too much money
Slash Film recalls that in a 2009 Rotten Tomatoes interview, Hurt spoke about the high cost of the Harry Potter films, which absurd in his opinion were. While the star was happy the UK was able to boast such a massive blockbuster franchise, the films took up too much financial space for smaller film productions:
It’s interesting to see how much money is being spent on Harry Potter. It’s really quite absurd. I look at it and I think it’s exactly the same as Hollywood. I look around and there are three costumes, none of which are likely to be worn, and they are all replicas of each other. It’s a stupid waste of money and driving me insane.
Hurt wasn’t exactly badmouthing the Harry Potter franchise. His main concern was that the The film landscape is losing diversity as a result of such huge budgets would.
What’s next for Harry Potter?
In April 2023 it was announced that a new Harry Potter series was to come. Each season is said to adapt one of the seven books. Creator JK Rowling is also involved in the reboot. But probably none of the old stars will return.
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It has been speculated for a long time, now it has been confirmed: The first series in the history of Harry Potter is being produced. However, fans are divided.
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