Mark Williams, best known for playing Arthur Weasley in the Harry Potter films, has shared memories of his time on set, including browsing tractor magazines with Robbie Coltrane. In a recent interview, Williams recalled the long hours and time away from home as the worst parts of filming, but praised the camaraderie with fellow actors.
Williams described Alan Rickman as a master storyteller, noting that 'the collective noun for actors is an anecdote.' He also fondly remembered Michael Gambon's finely crafted jokes and Richard Griffiths' brilliant but unpublishable stories. Maggie Smith once teased him about a blazer he wore to a premiere, asking if he had 'just been at Henley.'
The actor revealed an unusual encounter on set: while filming a scene in the Ministry of Magic, he spotted his accountant among the extras. 'That guy over there is a high court judge,' the accountant told him, highlighting the diverse backgrounds of the supporting artists.
Williams stays in touch with some of his Harry Potter co-stars, particularly the 'dark side' – death eaters like Nick Moran and Jason Isaacs. He has also worked with the actors who played Fred and George Weasley on a documentary in Singapore.
Beyond Harry Potter, Williams expressed interest in presenting a programme about British maritime culture, focusing on the technology and history of docks. He also praised the new Harry Potter studio tour feature, Fluffy's paw, calling it a nod to Ray Harryhausen's work.
