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Tom Felton interviewed by Radio Times Magazine

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Tom was interviewed by Patrick Foster for Radio Times Magazine. In it he speaks about his upcoming BBC show Tom Felton: Meet the Fanatics, his relationship with his Harry Potter co-stars, and his new TV series that is about to be screened in the UK, Murder in the First.

A transcript of the interview can be read below, along with images of the interview courtesy of Janet France on Twitter!

Tom Felton

Harry Potter’s Draco Malfoy relishes being the bad guy – again

It is true you’re making a BBC documentary about super-fans and stalkers?

Yes. It’s something I’ve never had an opportunity to do – spend time with these kinds of people. It’s a fascinating thing. I’m so conditioned to it now it all seems natural. I remember once, in Japan, I wasn’t even sure if they’d heard of Harry Potter, but there were hundreds of very excited young and old women with banners saying “Welcome Draco”. It makes you feel like one of the Beatles.

What sort of reaction do you normally get from the public?

I generally get a warm reaction. I have been booed and hissed a bit, and younger kids did tend to be petrified, but most of them have grown up now: I get requests to say mean things to people and leave nasty phone messages.

Are you still in touch with the other Potter actors?

I see Rupert [Grint, who payed Ron Weasley] in New York. We had a nice little reunion dinner with Dan [Radcliffe – Harry Potter] as well. We all stay in touch. It’s odd when we see each other now. Last time we had beards and shaggy haircuts. The years are showing!

Do you thing JK Rowling will ever bow to the pressure and write more books?

If she does, I just hope she does it before I’m too old! But the fan base isn’t going anywhere, the popularity is gaining, even. More and more people recognise me in the street.

You’re playing a baddie again, tech genius Erich Blunt, in Murder in the First. Do you ever worry about being typecast?

I don’t worry at all. When I signed up to do the pilot, I had no idea what was going to happen. So I had to trust that we weren’t going to be drastically surprised and I wasn’t sure how far along the spectrum of evil my guy was going to be. But I enjoy sinister characters; they’re very different to how I am in reality. I don’t pick these roles, I just get given them.

What was it like putting on the American accent?

I’ve done it a couple of times and it used to be a conscious effort. It’s kind of progressed, having lived here for so long, and it’s just natural now. My family do take the mickey.

What can’t you miss on TV?

Peaky Blinders. I love that whole era. I think the acting is fantastic, and it’s a really exciting insight into English history.

What was the last thing you turned down?

Panto. They wanted me to be some evil genie or something. That and I’m a Celebrity, and I’ve had requests to do Dancing on Ice. It would take an eight figure sum to get me to do that. No, that’s my ego talking. It’s kind of putting your neck on the line, and I’m not brave enough.

Murder in the First starts at 10pm on Friday on Fox

 

QUICKFIRE Q&A

1. Downtown Abbey or Peaky Blinders?

Peaky Blinders. Although I am a Downtown fan as well.

2. EastEnders or Corrie?

3. Strictly or X Factor? Neither!

4. Rugby or Football?

5. Pointless or University Challenge?

University Challenge – it’s a staple of my childhood.

 

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Many thanks again to Janet for the photo of the interview!

Exclusive: Feltbeats.com Interviews Tom Felton Part 3

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As always, it wouldn’t be a Feltbeats interview without asking Tom Felton a few silly questions, and our latest interview was no exception. Earlier today we asked Tom’s fans what they thought his answers would be to 8 specific questions. Here are Tom’s responses.

Feltbeats: Have you ever thought you were getting punked?

Tom: Not really. Thankfully. Please don’t punk me.

Feltbeats: What’s something you think about when your alone in your car?

Tom: How cool I must look holding the steering wheel with one hand. I listen to a lot of talk radio so I’m usually chiming along with that.Timber.

Feltbeats: Favorite color socks to wear?

Tom: Any! Just to find matching socks is a task.

Feltbeats: Have you watched your Star Wars DVD’s yet?

Tom: Yes. No. The first one.

Feltbeats: Night owl or morning person?

Tom: Night owl.

Feltbeats: What’s one thing you can’t leave your house without?

Tom: My keys. But I’ve locked myself out a few times recently so…

Feltbeats: What is the weirdest thing in your refrigerator?

Tom: My girlfriend has started buying sauerkraut and it freaks me out.

Feltbeats: What’s your favorite American Candy?

Tom: M&M chocolate

A huge thank you to Tom for taking the time out of his busy schedule to answer our questions. If you would like to check out any of our other interviews with Tom, click here for our video archive!

Exclusive: Feltbeats.com Interviews Tom Felton Part 2

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On Monday, we posted Part 1 of our exclusive interview with Tom Felton, touching on his experiences filming Murder In The First. For Part 2, he chats about his upcoming projects, his recent visit to Diagon Alley, and starting a Boy Band with Dan and Rupert? Enjoy!!!

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Feltbeats: What’s next on your schedule?

Tom: Heading off to work on a new feature film with Joseph Fiennes called “Clavius” for the next few months which I’m very excited about!

Feltbeats: Many HP stars play an instument or sing, would he ever like to record a song as an ensemble for the fans?

Tom: I’ve tried several times to start a pop group with Daniel and Rupert with little success. Never say never.

Feltbeats: What do you think of the success of Belle? The Reviews are fantastic!

Tom: I was so happy it got the response it did. It has such a relevant message today and I’m thrilled Amma is getting the credit she deserves, I’d jump at the chance to work with her again.

Feltbeats: You recently attended the preview of Universal Orlando. What did you think of Diagon Alley?

Tom: Unbelievable. They really have raised the bar.

Feltbeats: We would most likely find Draco Malfoy down in Knockturn Alley. Where would Tom Felton hang out?

Tom: Whichever place was dog friendly. The three broomsticks, they do great food…!

Feltbeats: If you were jonesing for a Harry Potter fix, where would you rather be? Studio tour or Wizarding World of Harry Potter?

Tom: Both work differently. The studio tour is home and the park is pure escapism.

As always, it would not be a Feltbeats interview without a few silly questions. Stay tuned for Part 3 of our Exclusive interview with Tom Felton on Monday!

Exclusive: Feltbeats.com Interviews Tom Felton Part 1

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In anticipation of tonight’s season finale of “Murder In The First”, Feltbeats.com had a chance to ask Tom Felton a few questions about his character Eric Blunt, the filming process, and weather, if he was a jury member, would Eric be guilty.

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Feltbeats: Tell us about Erich Blunt.

Tom: He’s a very unique individual. He’s a tech genius and a ruthless business man that has come from nothing. Erich’s a rock star of our generation.
 
Feltbeats: How much leeway did the director give you to make the character your own? Any adlibbing?
 
Tom: We had the luxury of fantastic writing from Steven Bochco & Eric Lodal so we never had to change much. We did ad lib quite a bit as we grew to know our characters but mostly just for fun.

Feltbeats: If you were part of the jury, would you think Erich was guilty?

Tom: Definitely maybe.
 
Feltbeats: Was it tough playing Erich not knowing if he was guilty or innocent?

Tom: It made it easier if anything. Giving me one piece of the puzzle at a time allowed me to just completely focus on that and not think of what’s to come. I begged Steven and Eric for months to tell me.
 
Feltbeats: How does the filming of episodic television compare to filming a movie?
 
Tom: It was enjoyable and definitely different from film making. It was a lot quicker pace of filming (10 pages a day usually) and you really have to be ready to jump in and out of character. I loved every second of working on Murder In The First, the crew and cast were amazing and Timber got to come to set everyday, she loved everyone!
I look back now and think it was the best 6 months of our lives.

 
Feltbeats: You’ve done Full Circle, and Murder In The First is going strong. Would you ever like to try your hand at a comedy series?
 
Tom: If I thought I could bring something funny to a character then yes definitely, I’d love to work with Seth Rogen, Judd Apatow, Jonah Hill.
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Stay tuned for Part 2 of our exclusive interview with Tom Felton in the next couple days! Be sure to check out the season finale of Murder In The First tonight at 10 pm est on TNT!