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Crossovers between different franchises and universes have always been an irresistible idea for fans, based on how the unique blend of familiar worlds and characters often ignites excitement and nostalgia. One such enchanting crossover happened whenGame of Thronesalum Emilia Clarke joined the cast of the 2016 romantic comedyMe Before You,alongside aHarry Potterstar.
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Appearing as a young caregiver named Louisa, Emilia Clarke’sGame of Thronesfame met Matthew Lewis’Harry Potterstardom on the set of Thea Sharrock’s film adaptation of Jojo Moyes’ novel. Now, while the blending of these iconic franchises provided an irresistible thrill for fans, Lewis apparently struggled with Clarke’s larger-than-life status as the Mother of Dragons.
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Imagine a world where the Iron Throne and the Hogwarts Sorting Hat coexist. Well, this fantasy became a reality in the 2016 romantic comedyMe Before You, whereGame of Thrones’Emilia ClarkeandHarry Potter’s Matthew Lewis teamed up to showcase their on-screen chemistry as Louisa Clark and Patrick, respectively. But while the fusion of these two iconic franchises created a unique blend of magical moments for fans, Lewis had a hard time on set.
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Speaking onLorrainewhen the movie came out, Matthew Lewis recalled how his excitement of sharing the screen with Emilia Clarke was quickly met with a touch of trepidation much like Neville Longbottom, once he thought about the actress’Game of Thronesrole. According to Lewis, he felt intimidated by thelegacy of Daenerys Targaryen, given how he was familiar with George R.R. Martin’s books.
She’s so friendly and so lovely to be around and obviously, because of her playing Khaleesi in Game of Thrones, I was very nervous about working with her. But she’s so talented and so disarming that it’s a pleasure working with her.
Certainly,Emilia Clarke’s portrayal of the Mother of Dragonsleft an indelible mark on audiences, much like the Battle of Hogwarts had on fans of the Wizarding World. Following such a legacy, Matthew Lewis admitted to feeling nervous around the actress, despite his valiant efforts to fight off his anxiety.
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As the rehearsal began, Matthew Lewis felt like he was stepping into the Forbidden Forest of acting. Thereafter,theHarry Potterstarbecame eager to prove that he could hold his own, hoping that his acting chops would be enough to keep up with the indomitable Khaleesi. But as it turned out, Emilia Clarke was as approachable as a house elf offering tea.
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Therefore, whileMatthew Lewisinitially felt intimidated by Emilia Clarke, given the grandeur and weightage of herGame of Thronescharacter, he quickly realized that the actress was as easygoing and inviting as the common room of Gryffindor House. That’s when he was able to transform his nervous energy into playful, productive creativity. On the set, where Clarke’s easy-going nature was the rule, Lewis found himself in good company.
I remember when I first went in to do rehearsals, I was really nervous, actually, because I had not seen the show, but I had read all the books, and I knew how important her character was in Game of Thrones. I was just like, ‘Oh god, I hope that I can bring something to the table, I hope I can try and match her.’.
As soon as I got in the room, she was just so lovely, just so approachable, so easy to talk to. The whole environment of the set was set by her. It was just a really fun environment — we got to come in and play around and try things and do things, and it just felt really comfortable.Lewis toldBustle.
Eventually, as Emilia Clarke helped Matthew Lewis loosen up and bring out his magic inMe Before You, the duo managed to play the quirky and jolly Louisa and her kind-of-lame boyfriend Patrick, onscreen. But sadly, despite their offscreen bond, their onscreen relationship was kinda off, which eventually led Lou to dump him and form a connection with a formerly robust man named Will Traynor (Sam Claflin) who hired her for aid, after an accident left him paralyzed, neck below.
Me Before Youis currently available to watch on Prime Video.
Krittika Mukherjee
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Krittika Mukherjee is a Senior Entertainment Writer at FandomWire, majorly focusing on films, TV shows, and celebrity news with over 3,000 articles published. With an educational background in Journalism, and a keen interest in filmmaking, Krittika blends factual precision with creative flair, when crafting her editorials, or dissecting fan theories.Her coverage often includes news and analyses of critically acclaimed films, celebrity news, and franchises like the Wizarding World, LOTR, DC, and MCU—particularly Harry Potter, Fantastic Beasts, Superheroes, and fan theories. As a Wizarding World aficionado, Krittika has spent countless hours exploring hidden backstories, unadapted book moments, spells, and trivias surrounding J.K. Rowling’s lore.An imaginative writer with a way with words, Krittika has worked as an entertainment journalist for the past two years and a web content writer for a year. She brought her experience and expertise to FandomWire to pursue her desire for sipping coffee while dissecting films and tracking celebrity drama.
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