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I've been wracking my brain trying to think of the best person to play Scrimgeour, so I'm interested to see who they choose.
I think Richard Griffiths would have been a perfect Slughorn, but as he plays Uncle Vernon, that wouldn't do. Maybe Bob Hoskins? I've always loved him, and I think he would make a great addition to the cast.
For movie 7, I think Bill Nighy would be hilarious as Luna's father.


I do also like that the actors have been British which made me raise an eyebrow when the rumor went out that Naomi was being tapped for Narcissa. Image-wise, I think Nicole has the height for Narcissa (I always pictured her as very tall and very thin), but (Ashley and Peter) you're right, she's Australian (1) and IMHO wouldn't really bring anything to Narcissa (2). Ultimately, I would love to see Cate Blanchett in a film, even if she was just walking through a scene! I adore her! I'm a dork! lol
What about Dumbledore's brother, whose name completely escapes me right now? The sad thing is, I can't think of a lot of British actors and I know there are several out there that I'm completely missing (as far as being good as various characters). There are a few actors in Gosford Park who might be good but I don't know their names.



I hadn't thought of Kristen Scott Thomas. She was in Gosford Park and you're right, Jane, she would do be able to capture Narcissa's desperation. Most definitely.


I was interested in seeing Liam Neeson (sp?) as Fenrir Greyback.
And yes, Colin Firth as ANYONE...rowr....
I don't know about Xeno Lovegood, I'll have to think on it.
Are there other actors you would like to see in the roles of HP characters? I have to admit, when reading the books I always pictured Nicole Kidman as Narcissa. I can see Nicole playing Narcissa next to Jason Isaacs' Lucius.
What about other characters, like the new Minister of Magic and the Prime Minister? Any thoughts, opinions, otherwise? I would love to see Ian McKellan in some role, but I don't know what!