Rupert Grint to Reprise Ron Weasley Role in ‘Harry Potter and the Cursed Child’ on Broadway
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Actor Rupert Grint is set to reprise his role as Ron Weasley in the Broadway production of “Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.” He will join the cast at Broadway's Lyric Theatre for a limited engagement running from February 2 to May 30, 2027, playing the adult version of the character.
This marks Grint's return to the role after a 15-year hiatus. He previously starred as Ron Weasley across all eight “Harry Potter” feature films, which were released between 2001 and 2011, making this production a return to the franchise that launched his film career.
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Variety (US)Emphasizes the 15-year gap and exact run dates at the Lyric Theatre.
The Hollywood Reporter (US)Focuses on Grint playing the adult version of a character he originated.