Tom Felton returns as Draco Malfoy in Cursed Child, stepping back onto the Broadway stage later this year for a highly anticipated reunion with the Wizarding World. The actor will join the cast of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child in New York, marking the first time a main cast member from the original films has participated in the stage adaptation.
Felton’s Upcoming Broadway Engagement
Felton will begin his Broadway appearance in November, playing the role of Draco Malfoy for 19 weeks. This return represents a significant milestone for both Felton and fans, as it comes sixteen years after he last portrayed the character in the film adaptations. During an interview with Today, Felton shared his feelings about coming back to the Harry Potter universe.
“It’s very much a pinch-me situation,”
—Tom Felton, Actor
Felton expressed both excitement and disbelief over the opportunity to revisit Draco, now depicted as a father in a new storyline.
“I keep thinking I’m dreaming. I let go of that character 16 years ago, and now I get to step back into his shoes, as a father this time, in a new story.”
—Tom Felton, Actor
Evolving the Character of Draco Malfoy on Stage
The play, written by Jack Thorne from a story by Thorne, J.K. Rowling, and John Tiffany, is set almost two decades after Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. Audiences follow Albus Severus Potter, Harry’s son, as he navigates challenges at Hogwarts and befriends Scorpius, Draco’s son. Felton’s performance will add depth to the dynamics between these characters as he interprets Draco’s role as a parent facing new circumstances.
Felton discussed the unique aspects of portraying an adult Draco.
“As much as it is reprising an old role for me, it’s very much treading into new, unfamiliar territory,”
—Tom Felton, Actor
He admitted that while he knows Draco well from the character’s younger years, playing the role as an adult presents fresh challenges.
“I know [Draco] quite well as a kid. I don’t know him that well as an adult. So that’s the exciting challenge ahead for me.”
—Tom Felton, Actor
The Cursed Child’s Success and Cultural Impact
The Cursed Child first premiered in London’s West End in 2016 before moving to Broadway in 2018. The show earned 10 Tony Award nominations in its debut year in New York, securing six wins, including Best Play. As of December 2024, the production holds the Guinness World Record for the highest-grossing non-musical play on Broadway, with over $270 million in sales and more than 2.5 million tickets sold. Since its launch, it has claimed over 10 million attendees worldwide and has been recognized with nine Laurence Olivier Awards.
Felton’s upcoming involvement is expected to renew excitement for the play, potentially attracting longtime Harry Potter fans interested in witnessing a familiar face step into a new chapter. The reunion on Broadway will not only connect the original film series with the ongoing stage success, but may also set the stage for further appearances by other franchise actors in the future.
