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Peter Serafinowicz Calls Darth Maul Role Letdown, Joins HBO’s Peeves

6/19/2026

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Peter Serafinowicz appeared on the “Classic Clown” podcast to voice Darth Maul.
He said the film’s design disappointed him and called the role his biggest letdown.
He recalled George Lucas comparing him to James Earl Jones and complaining about pay.
Variety reported he will join HBO’s “Harry Potter” series as Peeves, a fan-favorite ghost.

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Peter Serafinowicz appeared on the “Classic Clown” podcast to voice Darth Maul.
He said the film’s design disappointed him and called the role his biggest letdown.
He recalled George Lucas comparing him to James Earl Jones and complaining about pay.
Variety reported he will join HBO’s “Harry Potter” series as Peeves, a fan-favorite ghost.