Beloved Harry Potter star reprises iconic role

The internet is abuzz after a major Harry Potter star revealed their return to the wizarding world.

A familiar wand is being dusted off – and the wizarding world is buzzing.

After nearly 15 years away from the role that made him a household name, a beloved Harry Potter star is stepping back into the spotlight – but not in a way fans might expect.

Tom Felton, best known for his icy portrayal of Draco Malfoy is officially returning to the franchise – this time on stage, in the Broadway production of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.

The actor, now 37, portrayed the beloved blonde bully in the Harry Potter movies from 2001 until 2011.

He shared the exciting news on the US Today show on Thursday morning, saying, “Being a part of the Harry Potter films has been one of the greatest honours of my life.

“Joining this production will be a full-circle moment for me, because when I begin performances in Cursed Child this fall, I’ll also be the exact age Draco is in the play.”

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, based off a screenplay written by J. K. Rowling, takes place 19 years after the original series ended.

Tom Felton, best known for his icy portrayal of Draco Malfoy is officially returning to the franchise. Picture: Warner Brothers

The star has sent nostalgic fans into a frenzy. Picture: Harry Potter and the Cursed Child

First debuting in London’s West End in 2016, It follows the children of Harry, Ron Weasley, Hermione Granger, and Draco as they head off to Hogwarts.

“It’s surreal to be stepping back into his shoes – and of course his iconic platinum blond hair – and I am thrilled to be able to see his story through and to share it with the greatest fan community in the world,” he added.

In a clip posted by Felton, the actor can be seen slipping into black robes and adorning his hands with the notable Slytherin signet ring.

He then repeats his iconic phrase, “Scared, Potter?” before the words ‘Draco is back’ flash onto the screen.

The actor portrayed the blonde bully in the Harry Potter movies from 2001 until 2011. Picture: Harry Potter and the Cursed Child

The clip, which has gathered nearly 3 million views in less than 12 hours, has naturally sent nostalgic fans into a frenzy.

“Is this a dream or what?!,” said one excited viewer.

“I’m sorry, what?! Currently screaming,” wrote another.

“I screamed,” said a third.

Felton has remained closely tied to the franchise since the films wrapped up in 2011, frequently attending fan events and reflecting on his time in the wizarding world through interviews and his 2022 memoir, beyond the wand.

Tom will join the cast in November and star in the New York show for 19 weeks, concluding his run in March 2026.

The casting comes after Felton’s on-screen father in the films, Jason Isaacs, scored the role of a lifetime in the beloved The White Lotus series.

Starring as disgraced financier Timothy Ratliff, the audience closely followed his dark storyline as he grappled with financial ruin during a family trip to Thailand.

Originally published as Beloved Harry Potter star reprises iconic role