Rupert Grint is making a highly anticipated return to the role of Ron Weasley, this time on Broadway. Set to join the cast of “Harry Potter and the Cursed Child,” Grint will step into the shoes of the beloved character for a 17-week engagement starting in February 2027. This marks a significant moment in Grint’s career, as he reunites with the role he originally portrayed in all eight Harry Potter films alongside co-stars Daniel Radcliffe and Emma Watson.
Reflecting on this development, Grint expressed excitement about reuniting with Ron Weasley, a character he’s embodied since childhood. He noted that playing Ron again at this stage in life, especially as both he and the character are now fathers, brings a unique blend of nostalgia and novelty. His return to the wizarding world follows in the footsteps of Tom Felton, who recently reprised his role as Draco Malfoy in the same production. Felton is set to continue his Broadway performance until January.
“Harry Potter and the Cursed Child” initially premiered in London in 2016 and has since expanded to various international stages. The production has achieved significant commercial success, selling over 14 million tickets globally. In New York alone, the show has generated over $532 million, marking it as a major hit in the Broadway landscape.
Grint’s upcoming performance on Broadway is not his first. He made his debut on the New York stage with the comedy “It’s Only a Play” in 2014. Since the conclusion of the Harry Potter series, Grint has continued to expand his acting repertoire with roles in projects like “Knock at the Cabin,” “Charlie Countryman,” and “Nightborn.”
This announcement comes at a time when the Harry Potter franchise is experiencing renewed interest, with a new television series in development for HBO. This series aims to introduce the magical world of Harry Potter to a new generation of viewers, ensuring the enduring legacy of J.K. Rowling’s creation.