NewKerala.com

Daniel Radcliffe Reveals Michael Gambon's Hilarious On-Set Pranks in Harry Potter

Daniel Radcliffe reminisces about the late actor Michael Gambon's playful behavior on the sets of the Harry Potter films. He describes how Gambon would deliberately try to make him laugh right up until the director called action. Radcliffe contrasts Gambon's casual, humorous approach with other actors who treat the process with more solemnity. He also praises co-star Imelda Staunton for her ability to chat casually between takes before instantly locking into her intense character.

Key Points: Daniel Radcliffe on Michael Gambon's Harry Potter Set Antics

  • Gambon's constant pranks on set
  • Radcliffe's fond memories of co-star
  • Contrast with other actors' methods
  • Staunton's professional focus
  • Behind-the-scenes Harry Potter stories
3 min read

Daniel Radcliffe says Michael Gambon would always make him laugh on 'Harry Potter' sets

Daniel Radcliffe shares funny stories of Michael Gambon's pranks and Imelda Staunton's focus on the Harry Potter film sets.

"He f***** around all the time. Like he would never stop until action had been said sometimes, he would try and make me laugh - Daniel Radcliffe"

Los Angeles, Feb 21

English actor Daniel Radcliffe has spoken up about the late actor Michael Gambon's conduct on the sets of the 'Harry Potter' franchise.

The actor said that Gambon would "f**** around all the time" while filming the Harry Potter movies, reports 'Female First UK'.

The 36-year-old actor shot to fame playing the boy wizard in JK Rowling's movie series and he always loved filming scenes with the veteran actor.

As per 'Female First UK', the actor died in September 2023 aged 82, and featured as Albus Dumbledore in the film. Daniel said that he never took the work too seriously and enjoyed trying to make his co-stars laugh.

Speaking on First We Feast's Hot Ones, Daniel said, "Michael Gambon, may he rest in peace, incredible man. He f***** around all the time. Like he would never stop until action had been said sometimes, he would try and make me laugh".

Daniel noted Michael, who took over the role of Dumbledore from third movie Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban following Richard Harris' death in 2002, to work was very different to other actors.

He said, "Some actors like to dress the whole process up in mystique and being an enigma. Michael Gambon, you'd get to set and he'd be like 'What's the shot?' And you'd be like, oh it's cameras here, Michael, so you're there in front of it but you're looking that way and he'd say, 'Oh what is this BOHNAR? I was like, 'Sorry what's that?' And he's like, 'Back of head, no acting required?' And it's like yes, yes, it is. When we were doing the sixth film (Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1), me and him were doing the final sequence and we were in this boat. I can't remember the details, but we're in this little boat going over to this island surrounded by bad stuff. And he'd be like, 'What's this, TTIAB?' I was like what? 'Two t**** in a boat?'".

Daniel noted Imelda Staunton, who played Dolores Umbridge, had a similar casual attitude between takes.

He said, "Imelda, same thing, not f****** around like Michael Gambon, but she would be chatting to everybody about anything, and then when action gets said, she's locked in and so good. It's the people who can do the work without making you constantly aware of how hard they're working are always the people that seemed the coolest".

- IANS

Share this article:

Reader Comments

A
Arjun K
"Back of head, no acting required" 😂😂 This is peak veteran actor energy. He knew his craft so well he could joke about it. It's a great lesson - you can be the best without taking yourself too seriously. Harry Potter was a huge part of my childhood, so these behind-the-scenes stories are gold.
R
Rohit P
Respectfully, while the anecdotes are funny, I find the language a bit crude for a public tribute. The article could have conveyed his playful nature without the explicit quotes. Just my two cents.
S
Sarah B
It must have been such a gift for a young Daniel Radcliffe to work with seasoned actors like Gambon and Staunton who kept the atmosphere light. That kind of mentorship on set is priceless. Makes me want to rewatch the series!
V
Vikram M
This is the real magic behind the movies. We grew up with these characters, and knowing the actors shared genuine laughter and camaraderie makes it even more special. Gambon's Dumbledore had that twinkle in his eye – now I know why!
K
Karthik V
The ability to switch from joking to being "locked in" is the mark of a true professional. Imelda Staunton's Umbridge was so perfectly hateable, and to know she was just chatting normally between takes shows incredible skill. Great insight into the craft.

We welcome thoughtful discussions from our readers. Please keep comments respectful and on-topic.

Leave a Comment

Minimum 50 characters 0/50