Daniel Radcliffe Breaks Down His Most Iconic Characters | GQ
Daniel Radcliffe breaks down a few of the most iconic characters, including the infamous Harry Potter Saga, 'Swiss Army Man,' 'Horns,' 'Kill Your Darlings,' 'Guns Akimbo,' 'The Lost City,' 'Miracle Workers' and 'Weird: The Al Yankovic Story.'
00:00 "What am I gonna do? Go back to school?"
00:12 The Harry Potter Saga
04:41 Swiss Army Man
08:20 Horns
10:50 Kill Your Darlings
13:02 Guns Akimbo
15:16 The Lost City
17:29 Miracle Workers
19:17 Weird: The Al Yankovic Story
Director - Robby Miller
Director of Photography - Charlie Jordan
Editor - Paul Isakson
Executive Producer - Traci Oshiro
Production Manager - James Pipitone
Production Coordinator - Jamal Colvin
Senior Talent Representative - Luke Leifeste
Camera Operator - Devan Davies-Wood
Audio - Ian Eckstein
Production Assistants - Lea Donenberg, Griffin Garnett
Post Production Supervisor - Rachael Knight
Supervising Editor - Rob Lombardi
Post Production Coordinator - Ian Bryant
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Can we get this with Brendan Fraser please? #Brenaissance
Good timing, Charis... kzhead.info/sun/h8qafbCpfJpnpIU/bejne.html
@@GQVideos oh wow! 😍
Wow. I got chills.
How many times have you asked, that’s crazy good timing!
@@BNOBNO14 Just this once. 😃 But I felt it coming... ;) Long overdue!
this man just pops out of nowhere every 6 months, gives us a few interviews and then disappears again entirely and i love it
Yes i'm like " Oh hi Daniel ! " XD
I loved how he played the paparazzi at one point. He wore the same outfit for months to deter them getting anything good. So that he could live and go out. If someone isn't giving them headlines, they move on. He broke their cycle for himself.
He's living his best life :)
You never seen people promote movies before
Ikr😂
OK, so hear me out: In his youth, he became a star of a world-famous franchise, but he didn't become a hollywood star in the highest rank. Instead, he focused on smaller, weirder, *interesting* movies and has a heart of gold. Daniel Radcliffe is our generation's Mark Hamill.
Lets hope they never reboot Harry Potter with a new generation and have him play an older jaded version of himself,
@@jimle1370 I hope they never reboot Harry Potter. The original films are so iconic and timeless and they're something that parents can show their children and then their children can show their own kids when the time comes.
Yeah. Him and Mark Hamil actually enjoy the acting part of all the fame. Not necessarily the fame itself
@@Unknown-ol2uh My money is on a prequel series where he's asked to play James Potter
yes
Him, Robert Pattinson and Elijah Wood managed to get out their franchise boxes and just go on doing things they find interesting or funny and I love it.
elijah wood was already a popular actor before LOTR and his start greatly diminished afterwards.
@@mip4422 yes.... but does he wear wigs?
@@Theobraham ?
@@mip4422 will he wear wigs?
@@Theobraham what’s with your weird obsession with wigs dude?
I want Dan to write a book so very badly about his acting experiences. He wasn't just in Harry Potter. He WAS Harry Potter. He was involved in everything and has a story with everyone. And then he went on to do some of the weirdest, most unique stuff that just has to have some fascinating stories of their own.
That would be so fascinating to hear! Or he could do a podcast:)
Just a tiny detail though, to me he is definitely movie-Harry, but not at all Book-Harry. Obviously, Book-Harry does not exist in real life, nobody is Book-Harry, but I prefer to think of Harry as the person he was in the book. When I hear 'Harry Potter' I think of the character in the book. Just like Ginny, she's the book-girl/lady too.
@@Widdekuu91 Mhm, I dont disagree. I think of all the book characters that way. But we have Book Harry's book, lol. I want Dan's book. He was casted AS Harry and therefore he has the most to tell about being on set, costars, the fame, etc.
@@DanielleVlog365 Ooohhh yes I agree, that would be cool. :) A bit like those 'behind the scenes' clips but written out by Daniel himself. :D
@@Widdekuu91 Exactly!
I think it's amazing the fact Daniel Radcliffe has carved niche for himself as an artist beyond the Harry Potter series.
Yhhh, but if you line him up on the Hollywood stage, you'd just about spot him somewhere at the last rows. However, you can argue that as a kid, DR wasn't into filming/acting, as he mentions at the beginning of this video.
You mean Harry Potter
Yeah that’s being an artist
@@originalunoriginal4055 lol nope a lot of hollywoood actors have said he has a real talent, Equis on stage showed he could really act.
Seroiusly love him in Miracle Workers and I think him as Weird Al is going to be perfect.
Daniel Radcliffe and Robert Pattinson are two actors that have absolutely defied the boxes they, by all means, should have been stuffed into due to the overwhelming fame that is inherent in the iconic franchises they both are associated with. I respect both of these guys and their artistic balls.
True but Daniel can’t claim what Robert can. Robert is apart of TWO iconic franchises. So he definitely should’ve been shoe-horned into a box. But I’m so glad he surprised me in The Batman.
@@rebeccapolzin18 I lost my children in the divorce but I'm trying to stay positive
haha artistic balls
@@rebeccapolzin18Daniel should be the next James Bond ;)
@@tunesmith86 I’d agree but for one thing…. He’s too short!
I have mad respect for Daniel for trying almost anything and breaking out of the ‘Harry Potter’ cage.
Thats the problem isn’t it with starting a film so youing
I'll always have respect for this boy no matter what :)
@@Pauldjreadman it's not just his youth, but rather the absolutely mindblowing success the franchise was. Many of us grew up with the books, and then later on with the films. There's a nostalgic attachment to it, for many of us, he WAS Harry Potter.
@@freakymeff What I meant was he started young, then getting parts when change into a man ?
@@freakymeff What I meant was he started young, then getting parts when change into a man ?
Daniel Radcliffe is an amazing example of how a world-famous actor should behave. Because in a video all about him and his career, he instead makes it all about the people he worked with, not only fellow actors but the writers and directors. I'm glad he's having fun with his roles and not just picking things that will get him awards. I'm surprised he didn't mention Imperium. The subject matter was dark, but it was a really interesting film that changed my perception of him in a good way.
Imperium was one of my favorites of his!
I think it helped that he had good parents, a good cast of actors that cared, and (in contrast to an American version) good labor/safety laws for child actors.
Lies again? HDB Paris Institute College
I completely agree. Brendan Fraser is another one that gives so much credit to all his colleagues in his recent interview with them, it's so refreshing to see!
100% Agree. I loved Guns Akimbo, but Imperium being so serious in nature was great to watch him in, especially the tension scenes. Just an excellent all round good guy and great actor.
It's honestly super impressive to see how majority of the Harry Potter cast managed to stay so down to earth and keep out of trouble. Particularly Daniel, Emma and Rupert. It's no secret that child actors can really struggle under all that pressure, especially in a huge franchise series. It's so good to see him thriving and passionately continuing his career as a well-adjusted adult now.
UK vs US child stars
also robert pattinson
Tom Felton seems also to be a genuinely kind person who I would have expected to see more of in cinema; maybe we'll get some soon. He's been touched by booze but has a book. He's dashing. Should be able to land great roles. 'Terrible, but great.' ha
Emma Watson, much less so...
@@awesomefrankrapid yeah, being an actor in the uk is very underwhelming in terms of fans, you can really go under the radar.
For arguably being the most recognizable actor in the world, he seems exceptionally grounded and "normal". He's a superstar but he also seems like a lad you could have a pint with.
I’ve always really admired that about him. He’s stayed consistently grounded throughout his career and seems authentically down to earth
Lol what? Most recognizable? Brad pitt, Ryan gosling, chris hemsworth, Chris Pratt, Chris Evans, Chris pine, Margot Robbie, Scarlett johansson, the rock, Ben affleck, gal gadot, even John Cena. Just say you wanted likes for sucking his balls and move on
@@Joeysaladslover it’s not that serious no need to be so rude
He has a good answer related to this about his feelings on "being famous" in one of the auto-complete interviews
I think it helps that the environment that he grew up in making those films kept him grounded. He clearly had good parents, that was important. But he also had many adult actors and good directors around him to really give him advice and keep an eye on him. The environment that was built around those kids on HP certainly helped him to have good skills needed to handle many of the issues that would come up.
I honestly couldn't imagine my entire childhood being in an 8 part movie. It must be so surreal for them all.
It’s just a job. Not that surreal
It's not their childhood per se, but their characters' and since for them it was a norm, it shouldn't be surreal, they don't know any other life.
I love the fact that he’s so proud of Swiss Army Man, it’s hands down one of my fav movies he’s made
Right?! It's also one of my all time favorite movies in general! So unique, clever and beautiful.
My favourite movie of all time.
super underrated movie.
Ditto
I like to think that Radcliffe made his money in Harry Potter and now simply does roles that really interest him or he thinks will be good fun. Bless him for it. He's a delight to watch.
Honestly with all the merch that we (the fans) are still buying, still including the books and movies, all the actors have money for years to come. The franchise is most of our childhood and as Robbie Coltrane once said “generations to come will still be watching it”. He said it in the reunion special.
@@stephanievazquez4384 I agree. I’m pretty sure even the lesser known characters still get royalty cheques every month
@@davidfairweather3301 Exactly
This is exactly what I have said for years, the dude just really likes doing strange things and he made his money on Potter, and now he can do whatever he wants. And I will watch every single thing he makes more than likely!
@@stephanievazquez4384 of course. How many parents who grew up on these films have just started sharing them with their kids and creating an entire new generation of people who become super fans. Look at Harry Potter Folklore or SuperCarlinBrothers who still make HP content and do BiG numbers.
It's kind of incredible to hear him say "No one ever explained that to me," when talking about actioning a script. He didn't receive a formal education about acting or drama, and learned a lot of his craft on the job. In theater, there are a lot of things that are considered a "given" and are kind of expected to be known without having been told. It's cool to see him relate to that.
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Part of what makes acting beautiful is that anyone with enough experience can do it. Schools make it a bit easier, but all you have to do is get out there and do it, really.
It's kind of incredible to hear him say "No one ever explained that to me." When talking about actioning a script. He didn't receive a formal education about acting or drama, and learned a lot of his craft on the job. In theater, there are a lot of things that are considered a "given" and are kind of expected to be known without having been told. It's cool to see him
But.... Both his parents were actors. He SHOULD have known that. Just saying.
The lady who played Umbridge might have had the best performance in the series (other than Rickman). She brought a visceral hate out of me. Brilliant stuff.
Imelda Staunton
I remember ages ago he said he wanted to go "weird" after HP, and fair play to him. The films he selects to act in are unconventional and interesting, and he's definitely established himself as an actor, rather than just being Harry Potter
He seems so down to earth, he must have had great parents.
BRUH
@@Earl16233 DUDE
I need context, i’m criminally uncultured
Harry potters parents were murdered by an evil wizard named Voldemort (he who shall not be named).
Harry Potter fans really are a weird bunch
Elijah Wood and Daniel Radcliffe form the duality of millions of childhoods around the world.
Yes! And we call one by the other's name and they absolutely love it lol
One is for the Uk and ther other is US
I love flipper
And they both are delightful people with quirky passions and are unapologetic about it and I love that!
@@SupportTheLittleGuy me too.
I love that Dan gives Chris Columbus props. Makes so much sense with how much I love all his movies. And there is a certain magic he captured with those first two movies. Everything felt so practical.
Hard agree. The first two movies are my favorite. There something magical about them.
The thing about Daniel Radcliffe is, no matter the situation you can see yourself talking to him at total ease. Like he seems to know the importance of the character he's most famous for playing and yet he gives the impression that although he's been in these blockbusters, he could sit at the side of the pavement and talk to you on your level. And I respect that about him so so much.
''talk to you at your level'' - except that YOU define the level so stop putting actors (even that great and humble as Daniel) on pedestal above you.
The humility he has to remember not only his co-stars but directors and writers really shows how genuine Dan is.
Except for J.K. Rowling, who gave him a career, but whom he so crudely threw under the bus to satisfy the trans mob. Talented, yes, but no integrity.
@@nikhtose Plenty of Integrity to do that, actually, but you wouldn't realise because you believe he did it to satisfy the imaginary "trans mob", rather than doing it because he believes it was morally appropriate.
@@kurrys9851 Believe what? Rowling never said anything the least bit transphobic. He just fell into line out of sheer careerism.
@@nikhtose Rowling has said multiple transphobic things but you'll never understand that because you are also transphobic, hopefully one day you'll learn to create your own beliefs rather than spit out the prejudice you've been taught. Integrity is the reason he spoke up. It takes a lot of guts to call out the one who "gave you your career" but like I said, you'll never understand. I hope one day you get the help you need and learn empathy for others.
@@nikhtose I mean if you believe Rowling has never said anything transphobic there's no point trying to convince you. It's wilful ignorance to think so. I hope you're able to see clearly in the future and reflect.
He’s a real one for mentioning how influential Chris Columbus was in Harry Potters series success . Many amazing directors after Chris but truly no one captured the element of Hogwarts quite like he did . It wasn’t just the acting or the story - his version of Hogwarts still stands as one of the best fictional places of all time
Hes also great at directing kid actors. He helped the kids make friendships and bonds and that shows in the performances.
Alphonso made hogwarts what it is, he was the best and brought the books to life he is number 1
@@yassin.o.a8907 Alphonso was the best director technically speaking but Chris Columbus helped with the foundation and he's really good at the kid side of things. The darker stuff asks for more craft. I liked Yates approach too and like that it became more consistent with him being there until the end.
@@yassin.o.a8907 Prisoner of Azkaban is overrated.
@@tylerwagner1978 bro yates ruined hp. he butcherd half blood prince which the best harry potter book. His cinematography was bland.
I think that Daniel is such a down to earth good guy makes him so much more appealing as an actor. I watch his stuff specifically because he is WHO he is. Glad for all his success....which more good people like him were around the entertainment industry, but unfortunately that industry pulls mostly primadonnas and narcissists to the surface.
I think you just made me realize he should be the next doctor.
He’s found his niche in bizarre one-off movies and he absolutely kills it every time
The Woman in Black was what made me realize he’s not just Harry Potter and is one of my favorite horror movies. Absolutely bone chilling and Daniel completely crushed it!
Yea it was first movie I saw him outside of Harry Potter and he did great. Fantastic horror movie.
Was this the movie Dan referenced that took 16 days to shoot and was really bad? Or is that something else?
@@Jingho Probably meant the Beast of Burden film he did....
Swiss Army Man is his favourite role and it’s my favourite role off his too. My favourite film possibly. I don’t even think of harry potter when o think of radcliffe. He has done so many diverse roles.
Yeah I don’t know why they didn’t include that one. I’m guessing because it wasn’t a big American film. But it was the first one he did after Harry Potter, and I’ve always seen it as one of his most iconic roles.
He is part of a very exclusive club of actors who get roles offered to them. As he doesn't need money he can chose his parts for the love of acting, which makes each of his portrayals a piece of art. I love that about him. Also he is a super down to earth sympathetic person.
he made a fortune just with harry potter movies of course he doesn't need more money coz dude already has millions.
@@chandhand6539 Why did you just completely ignore the entire point of this comment and focus on the one thing that doesn't matter
It is a really smart move actually, with him being an actor that played a role that many millions of people regard as precious, you dont want to throw yourself into blockbuster movies which could besmirch the perception of that character. By sticking to obscure projects, the image of the "Boy Who Lived" will remain intact, and timeless.
@@chandhand6539 so do most of the actors. Yet they still chose high paying movies.
I'm a tad bummed woman in black didn't make the list. That is one of my favorite horror films and really the first film I got to see Daniel in after Harry Potter and it's just fantastic and scary and I feel it gets overlooked often.
I was also waiting for his take on this role :( sad
Ahh that must have been the movie he was talking about when he said "you won't ask me about it anyway" which is too bad because I remember seeing it in theaters and enjoying it
Acting in Drama Horrors must be so hard, and he nailed it. I actually wondered why his character didnt wear glasses, until it clicked for me "thats harry potter!" (I avoided, and still have not seen, the HP series). Im a horror buff, and this is in my top 5. I was sad it wasnt here. 😔
One of my favorite horror movies too!
@@jamesbowen2088actually, he was referring to “Beast of Burden” which was shot in 16 days, and was very underwhelming in terms of quality
i think the biggest reason i have mad respect for Dan is his genuine love for acting and the way he participates in what really interests him
His praise for Imelda Staunton in this video warms my heart because it's the actress that he look up too and got the chance to be in several movies with her
he literally plays the MOST ICONIC character lmao he seems so genuine, cant wait to see him in the weird al movie!
Yeah the most iconic character "Creator of GTA" can never forget that
One of the most iconic
Daniel Radcliffe is one if my favorite celebrities because he’s so down to earth and genuinely seems so kind
I hope he realizes how important his role-even as a child in the Harry Potter films is, was & will be. I watch the films EVERY Christmas. It means SO MUCH to so many people & the wonderment makes me feel like a child again. I can't express enough how important not only him but everyone involved is & I have so much love for them all 💝
Swiss Army Man was the movie that proved to me that Dan had truly transcended being just “the kid who played Harry Potter.” It was a phenomenal movie and he was absolutely perfect in the role.
I hope more people watch it after this. What a ride!
Manny!!!
Such a beautiful film.
Swiss Army Man is his favourite role and it’s my favourite role off his too. My favourite film possibly. I don’t even think of harry potter when o think of radcliffe. He has done so many diverse roles.
I really liked him in My Boy Jack.
The real value of Radcliffe taking on different roles and weird scripts is that studios take chances on these cool new ideas simply due to his name being attached. He's given us so much excellent art simply by existing and continuing on his own road rather than what is expected or typecast for him.
wouldn't be surprised if that's part of his reason for choosing the projects he chooses. He's a theatre/arts boy after all, he was first noticed for Potter while watching a play.
Can you recommend some films or shows that you enjoy his that are cool and weird? I really love guns akimbo it’s my guilty pleasure and I’m trying to find that one about the older doctor and the younger doctor that was really good
@@evelynvongizycki1017 Victor Frankenstein, or you might mean one he promoted on Graham Norton one time, I've forgotten the name but if you search for the episode he did with British Olympian Jessica Ennis (Hill) he talks about it there :)
I cannot get enough of Daniel! He's a phenomenal actor and chooses quirky, unique films. I know I'm always in for a treat when he's in a movie. Horns is one of my most fav movies of all times, I can't tell you how many times I've watched it. Hope he stays this grounded and down to earth...one of the reasons I will watch him over and over again. Being just a genuine person makes him all more likeable Also him being Weird Al is my way of seeing Weird Al getting the karma he deserves for telling me with his accordion to not attack the US on John Oliver's show.
I agree with Daniel about the right directors came along. I can’t imagine Richard Harris getting darker with the franchise but Michael was able to grow darker into franchise. David finished out the franchise beautifully & I’m glad they kept him because it almost feels like one giant film & not 4 films.
Daniel is amazingly talented, and I really appreciate how humble and down to earth Daniel is. His parents did an amazing job raising him and I'm so glad they they prioritized his needs over money. American child actors often don't have that same structure and support, and I can only imagine how much better adjusted they'd be if they had parents like Daniel's.
And the cast & crew were really concerned with that too.
Daniel is amazingly talented, and I really appreciate how humble and down to earth daniel is. His parents did an amazing job raiding him and I'm so glad they prioritized his needs over money. American child actors often don't have that same structure and support, and I can only imagine how much better adjusted thev'd be if thev had parents
@@rrr3881 Why did you just copy the OP's comment back to them???
He seems like he's in such a good place right now. I know starring in HP wasn't always easy for him and it's wonderful to see him enjoying this new phase of his life/career
I know I really hope he is content and lives a happy life. It must have been such a struggle to transition out of Harry potter
Jungle is Daniel's best role and should have absolutely been included in this. His performance in that is simply outstanding.
❤❤I agree loved him in that one!!
i was waiting for this one! amazing!
Yah .
Swiss army man is probably one of the most deep movies that's ever existed. It makes me cry and rethink my life everytime I watch it. But it's also such a chill and funny film you can easily fall asleep to it or watch it to cheer you up.
I KNOW, RIGHT?
And I love that it was so meaningful to Daniel as well.
I’ve worked with Daniel (extremely briefly) on 2 occasions and he really is as sound as he comes across as here. Nice guy and very professional
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So jealous lol
Dude seems so nice and chill. Very happy to see him still pursuing his passions and not getting burned out by the circus of HP when he was younger, I'm sure that was hectic. Looks like he's gonna be awesome as fake-biopic Weird Al
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Weird Al is the biopic I never realized I needed and now I'm so stoked. One of my fondest childhood memories is riding with my brother, cousins and uncle in his Jeep Wrangler and scream-singing along with the Bad Hair Day album at full volume throughout the summer of '96. Much like Kristen Stewart as Princess Diana, I never would have imagined Daniel Radcliffe as Weird Al but I know he's going to absolutely crush it.
I *definitely* thought that the trailer for "Weird" was a fake, made by CollegeHumor, or something. Nope!
@@obiwanpez I think that’s actually how it started out, funny enough.
@@obiwanpez That's the great thing about it. In standard Weird Al style, even his biopic is a parody of biopics.
Its really refreshing to see someone so attentive to their craft and have their main motivation be to explore it. He doesn’t seem obsessed with attempting to keep his name in flashing lights, and i can only admire his down to earth personality! Truly inspiring.
this dude is always so humble in his interviews. they ask him to break down HIS roles and he spends his time talking about how much he looked up to the other actors.
It’s incredible to see how he’s evolved over the years. Just a wonderful talent and seems like a great person ❤
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I LITERALLY SEE THIS WOMAN COMMENTING EVERYWHERE WTF
Miracle Workers is so underrated, and I recommend that everyone watch at least the first season. It’s so heartwarming and well written that you just can’t stop watching
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Is it streaming anywhere??
@@kirasthebest hbo
"she'll be coming round the mountain when she coooomes" *cue voguing*
for real, it's so good! can't wait to watch the new season
I think the reason I love Dan is because he has done so many rolls and each one feels so authentic like he can play the good guy and the villain and both feel so real
Daniel, elijah wood, Matt Damon, and Branden Frasier all only ever talk about the accomplishments and gravity someone else brings to their projects. It just shows how to down to earth and humble they all are to be able to pursue these endeavors in expression
i'm so glad to hear his parents were supportive and not abusing his position as an actor, its sadly very common.
He will always be a major part of my childhood. Read all the Harry Potter books about 15 times, and watched the movies multiple times as well. It's great to see he is such a good guy as well.
Hear hear
The reboot never ever replace the original casts.. And I almost watched every Daniel movies, he's actually nailed every of it, out of his strong character as Harry.. And one of my favourite is What If.
I love Dan in the Woman in Black and in Horns and the Lost City🤣😍 I think he has great comedic talent and would love to see him in more comedy roles👍🏻
I don’t think he ever liked his role in women in black I think that was the role that he talked about at the end of video that only took 16 days to film and wasn’t mentioned because of it as he thought it was bad
Horns is an amazing movie, Woman in Black was interesting but never seen Lost City before, looks interesting too. In my opinion, Mr Radcliffe has done pretty well no matter the fame and profit :)
@@Elizabeth-wh2zj No, filming for Woman in Black lasted about 40 days, and the film also received positive critical response, so I doubt that's the movie he's talking about
My fave part of the Potter films is in the 6th one when he takes Felix and is chatting with Slughorn. He has such a talent as a comic actor I feel like.
Dude is an icon, he's the fictional best friend of millennial majority. He brought such joy, wonder and light to many young hearts.
Refering him as the millennial majority's fictional best friend is the most beautiful definition when anyone sees Daniel!
and gen z
First Paul Dano and now Daniel Radcliffe to talk about Swiss Army Man?! I'm so pleased - I love that film so much and the two of them are phenomenal :)
me too! one of my favorite movies ever! they are amazing in it for sure 🤩
Easily one of my favorite movies. I'll always recommend it to anyone I meet.
Love how he is supposed to talk about his characters but ends up praising other people. Such a genuine guy
Watched most of his movies since HP ended and he's been so great in every role, he has real versatility and I admire how he consistently picks weird and interesting roles instead of going the stupid A list romcoms route. All three of the main cast kids have gone on to do really cool and interesting things.
What's the name of that really bad movie he talked about?
@@endro7503 Probably "Beast Of Burden" with Meryl Streep’s daughter (I can't think of her name). It wasn't great. But it kept me entertained, anytime I'm screaming at the TV I've invested some feelings for the character! 😂😂
I saw him in Equus in London in 2007 with Richard Griffiths (aka Uncle Vernon) and at the end after the cast took their bows, Richard patted him on the back and gave him this fatherly "proud of you, kid" arm over his shoulders as they walked offstage. I loved it.
@@CreativeLib Grace Gummer. Heads up you also have a typo in your comment, Streep* not Steep.
@@goldsnafu Thanks! *edited*
You can tell he's such a genuinely nice guy. Just a wonderful dude I love him
i love how he did not take the usual route after one franchise ended and just chooses unique roles that bring out his artistry
an extremely humble actor, who praises others constantly. loved daniel in horns
Daniel is brilliant, I couldn't have imagined any else as Harry Potter
That’s because nobody else has ever played Harry Potter…
@@rainegingerfish8860 No one else could have played Harry, it had to be Daniel.
@@lucas2135 if someone else played the role you’d be saying the same thing about the other actor… if Daniel didn’t play the role you wouldn’t have a clue who he was, don’t be stupid your whole life
@@rainegingerfish8860 Idk about that. Some people just fit the role like a glove and play it so well its hard to imagine anyone else playing the role. The spider-man movies are a great reference to that. Some people see Tobey Maguire as Spider-man forever no matter who else has played the role because he fit so well as Peter Parker
@@rainegingerfish8860 You're the one acting stupid, you fcking idiot. If another actor had played the role, maybe he wouldn't have had the same charisma and characterization that Daniel had. It's the same thing as saying if Daniel had played Wolverine instead of Hugh, Daniel would never have had the same characterization with the role in the same way that Hugh did. So yes, Daniel was unique to be Harry Potter
He's really becoming quite an exciting talent. He picks some really fascinating, fun roles and seems like a lovely, handsome man to boot.
Something I was thinking of recently is Daniel was never able to experience Harry Potter like we did. He was a part of it. He couldn't just watch it and get swept into the magic in the same way so many in his generation did. It's just strange to think about. But it's an honor to be a part of something that's so important to so many peoples childhoods.
Love him in Horns and Guns Akimbo. The fact that he is up for those mvies to star in it makes me think that he is a pretty funny person with alot of humor and just doesnt force himself into the next big thing you can watch in cinema.
I'm just surprised that they didn't mention 'A Young Doctor's Notebook'. What an interesting and weird miniseries and Daniel is great in it.
My absolute favorite! He and Jon Hamm were so good in it!
Agreed. That was really the moment when I realised, actually, yeah, this guy can act. Plus he's got great comedy instincts.
I loved it! So sad it wasn't mentioned.
What did/did not make the list was surprising.
It was awesome
People don't realise how good his speech is. His brain almost never stutters he's a genius TBH.
so all it takes to impress you and think someone is a "genius" is to not stutter? 🤣
u realise the video is cut in a way, that they are avoiding his stuttering?
@@juandelgadillo5267 well i mean yes?? articulate, well spoken people often have really high intelligence. pretty sure it’s something to do with having your thoughts together and knowing how exactly to get a point across, and not just across but across *well*
@@SenilerGummi sure, but i mean there’s not too many cuts in his speech at all, clearly he’s getting it across without even *having* to edit any fumbles out
@@kr0tis *Not exactly the greatest barometer, as too much talking and less action could apply, too ~*
I love him in his interviews. He has so much energy and he seems so artistic and smart
I love that he’s so open to play out of the ordinary character. He was great in Swiss Army Man!
love how daniel appears out of nowhere and he'll still be trending. Watched the lost city and the audience reacted when he appeared on the screen
For me, Horns is one of his most impressive pieces of filmography. It's a big ride of a film, but he swings for the fences and knocks it out of the park. Genuinely a thrilling and intense film that Daniel does a great tightrope walk of funny and heartfelt. I'm always excited to see him in a movie because he's an incredibly versatile actor and gives a different performance every time.
Horns blew me away. My favorite movie of his outside of the HP films
Absolutely agree.
Horns was amazing, something to watch again
I met Daniel once and I admire that he is very gracious about getting Harry Potter comments still to this day I’m sure. I said something silly looking back but I’m glad he’s making a name for himself in a variety of other roles.
Daniel is such an incredible actor, I fell in love with his acting all over again in Guns Akimbo, it got me laughing until my side hurt
My favorite part of these GQ interviews is seeing the actors who gush about other people and the crew and fellow actors the whole time. It's always so lovely and unexpected. Radcliffe is no exception!
Potential winners💝💝
Everytime I watch a movie featuring Daniel Radcliffe I get completely absorbed in his character. Such a kind hearted and talented individual.
Daniel Radcliffe on every single movie he's done: "yeah that is one of the greatest experiences of my life I've never worked with better actors"
This man is literally such a gem. I love him sm. He’s so kind, funny, and humble.
This guys literally grown up in front of our screens thank you Daniel for making our childhood amazing
I'm so happy they talked about Kill your Darlings. It's such an underrated film
Ikr I loved that movie!
It's so great to see him just do what he does best, living his best life and just being content with himself.
I love this man. So humble. Such a yearning to learn and do anything and everything.
Loved him in ‘What if’ definitely one of his underrated roles
was not mentioned here also was Victor Frankenstein i liked that film the first non hp film i watched was the woman in black and loved it then i started watching his other non hp films and also loved them
@@setogod7 same!
İ think that he didn't want to mention about this movie by calling it really bad. Do you also think so?
@@moony9814 My guess is either Beast of Burden or The Gamechangers. Most of his other movies are at least recognizable. It was probably a limited release, straight to streaming, or made-for-tv movie if he's willing to describe it as really bad. Doubt it's one of his mainstream movies.
Such a lovely film!
The Woman In Black is honestly one of my favorites that he has done. I feel it is so underrated but I love it!
Miracle Workers is such an underrated show
Legit impressed by this breakdown! Daniel is the amazing actor I grew up with, the circle continues! I've seen almost all his films; they're unique, fun, always surprise me in a way. Truly amazing!
For better or for worse, he will always be remembered for one iconic role for his entire life
Agreed ❤
You and me both
Yes, Frodo Baggins
Facts. This dude was part my childhood.
Yep! Kinda sad though cuz I'm sure that he hates that everyone will always know him just as HP; hopefully, as he gets order, he'll be recognized more for all of his films
Miracle workers is such an underrated show right now. I binged a season in a day and was hooked. Really funny writing, even better delivery. And This is someone who doesn't like comedy tv. I'm purely drama but this show won me over. Daniel plays each season well and the cast complement each other well. It's like they carry each other and have a blast doing it.
“A Young Doctor’s Notebook” is unbelievably under rated. If you haven’t seen the 8 episodes I highly recommend it.
This is the comment I was looking for.
@@barstoolschalkdust most people probably haven’t heard of it but it’s amazing. Dark, funny, well written, great acting and a really good story overall.
I saw the first episode. Did not need to watch further. Sorry.
Does anyone know what movie he said was horrible and they wouldn’t ask him about it? Just curious.
As an acting major, this video has been the most informative interview of the Breakdown I've seen, cause not every actor's journey is the same, we don't all learn things the same way and have the same acting process, and we're always learning our craft, and I really appreciate daniel for explaining his journey so I can really see that. it's scary being an actor and you feel like you're doing it wrong but knowing that other people are also just trying and learning as they go is really helpful.
I can somehow feel his love for the art of acting. One could easily imagine that a big name like his would only let himself involved in big titles or franchises too, but he chose to navigate his own way to do roles that some may even consider unattractive, because he is there for the art. He wants to grow as an actor, and that’s awesome.
I like him. I truly think he is a brilliant actor. I think for the rest of his life he maybe truly known for his most Iconic role. But I think later on in life he will truly be remembered for being an actor who did very different roles and truly pushed himself in filming.
I really enjoyed this interview. It felt like talking to someone. Like when you talk with people with amazing stories and just stay quiet because everything they’re saying it’s so interesting.
Dan is easily one of, if not my favorite, actors of all time, the sheer range and fun that he has with his characters always is a delight. I am curious what film he is talking about at 19:50 lol
Now You See Me 2?
I think The Woman in Black
my guess is What If
it’s probably beast of burden - shot in 16 days, unfortunately didn’t turn out that great (according to rotten tomatoes), and one that dan never mentions
I have watched a lot of movies, and I think I can say that the Harry Potter films are truly so special. They struck gold, as if it were meant to be. Every actor agreeing to come back film after film, watching the actors literally grow up through the films and watch them as they get more comfortable with their acting. And the story, the music, the cinematography, everything was so well done. I read the books and I know there were things that were left out, especially the last few books, but the movies are still amazing to me. I watch them every year. They never get old.
Miracle Workers is a breath of fresh air. It's so funny, well-done, and well-acted by the outstanding cast. Every episode is a joy.
Disappointed that December Boys and The Woman In Black weren't part of the movies discussed. Loved him in both of those movies.
Yes, and Jungle
He is so kind and down to earth ❤️
More people need to talk about A Young Doctor’s Notebook. Dan is superb in it!
Thank you! I agree!
I loved that one!
Yes! It was a fantastic series!
I always love hearing Dan discuss his films. He’s so passionate about the industry
I love Dan so much and I really enjoy his movies!!! right now I'm finally watching Miracle Workers and is amazing!! I loving the series so much!!!
Miracle Workers is entertaining as :)
it is simply the way that horns is one of my all time favorite movies, im so incredibly glad it got its spotlight in this interview
He's definitely one of the amazing breakthrough actors during its time! And the way he expand and explore more of his acting role post HP, love it 👏🏻