Kenneth Branagh reflects on Harry Potter legacy

Actor Kenneth Branagh reflected on his experience working on the Harry Potter film franchise, noting that while he anticipated success, he did not expect the series to maintain such enduring popularity decades later.

Branagh, who portrayed Professor Gilderoy Lockhart in 'Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets', described the project as one of the most memorable moments of his career. He expressed fascination with how the story and characters have captured the imaginations of both young and old audiences.

In a discussion with PEOPLE, the 65-year-old actor also recalled the professional impact of working alongside late colleagues Richard Harris, Alan Rickman, and Maggie Smith, stating that he learned a great deal from them during those 'magical moments'.