Harry Potter Star Confirms Franchise Exit After Reprising Role In 2027 Release
Grint returns as Ron
Rupert Grint played Ron Weasley in all eight Harry Potter films, ending with 2011’s Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2. He is set to reprise the role in the Broadway production of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child in 2027.
Why the timing feels right
Grint said he spent years after the films moving on to other work. He explained that the stage story presents Ron in a different context, and that he is now about the same age as the character.
He also said he loves New York and performing on stage, and described his connection to Ron and the Harry Potter world as strong. Grint said the role was part of his childhood.
A likely final portrayal
Grint said he does not expect many more opportunities to play Ron. He described the 2027 production as probably his last chance to return to the character, while saying he thinks the experience will be fun.
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is a stage story set in the franchise’s wider world. Grint’s comments point to the Broadway engagement as a return to Ron rather than an ongoing commitment to the role.
Key points
- The production will be Grint’s first time playing Ron since the film series ended.
- Grint said the role will probably be his last opportunity to portray Ron.
- He cited the character’s different context and his age as reasons the timing feels right.