Today we are talking about gary oldman, recently his interview came, and shared how Harry Potter and Batman saved his career. He talked about how these transformative roles gave shape to his life and family. Join us as we unravel the captivating story of Gary Oldman’s career, life, movie and TV shows.
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What Gary Oldman says in his latest interview
In a recent interview, Gary Oldman expressed his gratitude for the pivotal roles in two iconic movies, ‘Harry Potter’ and ‘Batman.’ Oldman candidly shared, “Thank God for ‘Harry Potter.’ I tell you, the two — ‘Batman’ and ‘Harry Potter’ — really, they saved me because it meant that I could do the least amount of work for the most amount of money and then be home with the kids.” He said that these movies were like superheroes for him. They rescued his job and let him spend lots of time with his family. He liked these movies because they gave him important jobs and enough money, so he could have both a cool job and quality time with kids. Now fans are excited to see what he does next. Read more
Gary Oldman Spouse, Kids
Gary Oldman has been married five times and has three children from two of his previous marriages. He married Lesley Manville in 1987 and got divorced in 1989. They have a son together, Alfie Oldman who was born in 1988. His second marriage was with Uma Thurman in 1990 and they spent only 2 years together and had no children, both decided to get separated in 1992. After that, he married Donya Fiorentino (1997-2001) and had two sons together, Gulliver Flynn Oldman (born 1997) and Charlie John Oldman (born 1999). Alexandra Edenborough was her fourth wife, both came together in 2008 and separated in 2015. Gisele Schmidt is her current wife, he wed her in 2017.
Gary Oldman Movies and Tv shows
Gary Oldman is a versatile actor known for his outstanding performances on screen and has built a remarkable career spanning over four decades. He isn’t just a film star, he’s also directed and written with films like Nil by Mouth (1997) and the upcoming Flying Horse. Here’s a glimpse into his filmography, highlighting some of his most notable movies and TV shows:
Movies:
| Decades | Movie | Role/Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1980s | Sid and Nancy (1986) | Breakout role as Sex Pistols bassist Sid Vicious. |
| 1990s | Rosencrantz & Guildenstern Are Dead (1990) | Witty portrayal of Rosencrantz in an absurdist comedy. |
| 1990s | Bram Stoker’s Dracula (1992) | Mesmerizing performance as the titular vampire. |
| 1990s | True Romance (1993) | Unhinged turn as Drexl Spivey in a neo-noir crime thriller. |
| 1990s | Léon: The Professional (1994) | Chilling portrayal of villainous Stansfield. Contrast with Natalie Portman’s role. |
| 1997 | The Fifth Element (1997) | Brought comedic flair to the flamboyant Zorg in a sci-fi action epic. |
| 2000s | Harry Potter Series (2004-2011) | Portrayal of Sirius Black injected emotional depth into the magical world. |
| 2000s | The Dark Knight Trilogy (2005-2012) | Commissioner Gordon added gravitas to Christopher Nolan’s Batman universe. |
| 2011 | Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy (2011) | Commanding role as enigmatic George Smiley in a John le Carré adaptation. |
| 2014 | Dawn of the Planet of the Apes (2014) | Dreyfus offered a complex human perspective amidst the ape uprising. |
| 2017 | Darkest Hour (2017) | Transformative performance as Winston Churchill earned an Oscar for Best Actor. |
| Upcoming | Flying Horse | Directed and written (upcoming). |
TV Shows:
| Decades | TV Show | Role/Description |
|---|---|---|
| 2022-present | Slow Horses (2022-present) | Currently leading Apple TV+’s spy thriller series as Jackson Lamb. |
| Beyond | Friends, Fallen Angels, Tracey Takes On… | TV show appearances showcasing versatility beyond the big screen. |
These tables provide a clear breakdown of Gary Oldman’s contributions to both movies and TV shows throughout his Glorious career.
Gary Oldman Harry Potter
In the Harry Potter movies from 2004 to 2011, Gary Oldman played Sirius Black’s role who is the cool godfather and very close to Harry Potter. Sirius had a tough past, being wrongly put in a wizard Azkaban prison. Gary Oldman’s outstanding acting made Sirius’s role very special, showing his rebellious side and his strong connection with Harry. Fans love Sirius Black for his loyalty and courage in the magical world of Hogwarts. read more