Harry Potter is one of the most iconic brands that have captured the hearts of audiences worldwide, closely associated with the childhood of many generations. The film series also played a significant role in discovering the talents of several actors, including Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, Rupert Grint, and Tom Felton. In 2023, HBO attracted attention with its plan to bring Harry Potter to the small screen. HBO has opened auditions for the cast in 2024. According to HBO, they had to search for fresh faces among 32,000 young actors aged 11.
After the announcement of the actors playing Harry Potter, Ron, and Hermione, many fans began to wonder who would take on the role of Draco Malfoy—the charming Slytherin boy with a pure-blood lineage, who serves as both a classmate and a rival to the main character, Harry Potter. Although not a main character, Draco Malfoy has a significant fanbase, largely due to his striking appearance and unique personality traits. In the past, actor Tom Felton portrayed this character successfully, embodying the essence of Draco Malfoy with his confident demeanor and haughty attitude. Therefore, finding a visually suitable actor to play Draco Malfoy in the new Harry Potter series has been described as a “tall order.” On June 10, HBO officially confirmed that child actor Lox Pratt will take on the role of Draco Malfoy in the upcoming series. Immediately, online communities began to search for the identity of the new “Draco Malfoy.”
According to People, Lox Pratt is a fresh face in showbiz, so there is not much information about him yet. Lox Pratt is English and has been noted for his resemblance to the original character Draco Malfoy, with blonde hair and striking blue eyes. Lox Pratt is expected to have a charming appearance, with captivating blue eyes. His visuals are comparable to that of Tom Felton during his early years.
Before gaining attention for being cast in the Harry Potter series, Lox Pratt had a role in another project, portraying a minor character in the BBC adaptation of the novel Chú Ruồi (The Fly). Although this work has not yet been released, his performance caught the eye of producers and directors. With a strong ability to embody complex characters and emotions, Lox Pratt is expected to bring a fresh perspective to the character of Draco Malfoy in Harry Potter.
Lox Pratt is now on the brink of a significant career breakthrough. Currently, he is receiving high praise from the public for his appearance, which closely resembles the character Draco Malfoy, and does not fall short compared to Tom Felton. The key to Lox Pratt’s success will be how he reinterprets Draco Malfoy on screen. If he performs well and surpasses the legacy of Tom Felton, Lox Pratt could achieve fame and recognition. This will also create immense pressure for the young actor.
Harry Potter, produced by HBO, is set to premiere in 2023. The series is planned to span multiple seasons, with each season focusing on a single book from the original series. HBO has committed to making the series a “faithful adaptation” of J.K. Rowling’s original works. Harry Potter has begun filming in the UK and is expected to air in 2026.
Source: HBO, Page Six
