Maggots' was another affectionate one."

Felton acknowledged that these nicknames helped him develop the particular brash attitude of Draco Malfoy during the audition process.

In a 2022 interview withThe Guardian, Felton revealed how these nicknames helped craft Malfoy’s palpable arrogance.

Tom Felton as Draco Malfoy in Harry Potter

Nevertheless, it came in handy when I went to my first audition for Potter."

Felton revealed that hehadn’t even readHarry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stonebefore auditioning.

Still, that cockiness might have helped me get the part of Draco."

Stephen King with his hand on his chin, and a colorful background

For Malfoy, Felton’s approach to theHarry Potteraudition helped him nail the part.

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Tom Felton as Draco Malfoy in one of the early Harry Potter movies.

Draco Malfoy glaring in Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone

Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone - known as Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone in the US - follows the titular Harry Potter as he discovers he has magical powers. Living with his cruel aunt and uncle, the orphaned Harry lives a challenging life that is changed when he meets a gentle giant named Hagrid, who spirits him away to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry.

Draco Malfoy in a pointed wizard hat in Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone.

Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone Movie Poster

Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone - known as Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone in the US - follows the titular Harry Potter as he discovers he has magical powers. Living with his cruel aunt and uncle, the orphaned Harry lives a challenging life that is changed when he meets a gentle giant named Hagrid, who spirits him away to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry.

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