For many years, it was popular among Harry Potter devotees to “fan cast” a prequel series about ... younger version of Harry’s godfather, Sirius Black, who was played by Gary Oldman in ...

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Lithgow’s casting would also come after Gary Oldman, who played Harry Potter’s godfather Sirius Black in the original film series, said he would be up to playing the role. Another name that ...