Ben Barnes, known for his roles in major sci-fi and fantasy franchises, frequently encounters fans who mistakenly associate him with the Harry Potter series, despite not being part of it. During an interview promoting his debut album 'Where the Light Gets In,' Barnes described the phenomenon, revealing how fans often suggested him for a prequel about Harry Potter's parents, known as 'The Marauders.' He expressed confusion over signing Potter-related merchandise, affirming that his work includes roles in 'Narnia,' 'Westworld,' and 'The Punisher' and clarifying that he was never cast in the Harry Potter films.
I felt like saying, 'You know, I was in 'Narnia,' not 'Harry Potter,' right? Do you understand that I was not in these films?'
For many years, it was popular among Harry Potter devotees to 'fan cast' a prequel series about Harry's dad and his friends during their school days, aka 'The Marauders.'
I was being asked to sign copies of Harry Potter books, and being given these Gryffindor ties.
It got to the point where someone even told him, 'I loved you in Harry Potter.' I recalled replying, 'You absolutely didn't, because...'
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