Rupert Grint To Join Broadway's 'Harry Potter And the Cursed Child'
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Key Points:
- Rupert Grint, known for playing Ron Weasley in all eight Harry Potter films, will reprise his role on Broadway in "Harry Potter and the Cursed Child" from February 2 to May 30, 2027, succeeding Tom Felton who currently stars as Draco Malfoy.
- Grint will portray the adult version of Ron Weasley, reflecting on the character from his childhood role in the films, marking a full-circle moment as both he and the character are now fathers.
- Producers Sonia Friedman and Colin Callender praised Grint's return, highlighting his iconic portrayal and the continuity he brings to the Broadway production, bridging the original story with themes of family and legacy.
- Grint has a strong stage background, having debuted on Broadway in 2014 and the West End in acclaimed plays, and recently starred in films like "Nightborn" and upcoming "Ebenezer," as well as TV series including "Servant" and "Cabinet of Curiosities."
- Tom Felton’s involvement in the show since November 2026 significantly boosted ticket sales, and Grint's upcoming tenure is highly anticipated by fans and producers alike.
