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Kit Harington: My Industry Character's Downfall Was Fun
2 Mar
Summary
- Harington found his character Henry's tragic end surprisingly fun to play.
- Henry Muck faces jail, Russian threats, and a divorce in the finale.
- The actor identifies with Henry's protected, aristocratic financial status.

Kit Harington found surprising amusement in portraying Henry Muck's calamitous season finale on Industry. As the season concluded, Henry navigated potential jail time, repercussions from Russian entities, and an impending divorce from Yasmin.
Harington described the experience as "tragicomic," relishing lines like calling another character a "fucking peasant." He noted that Henry's inherent aristocratic privilege and guaranteed inheritance protect him financially, a stark contrast to other characters on the show.
Reflecting on his performance, Harington admitted he didn't know the season's full arc until late in filming. He also revealed he keeps mementos from the set, including a "Henry shirt" and other show-related merchandise.
He mentioned that his empathy for characters shifts, currently rooting for Harper. For intense scenes, he relies on his children in Cardiff to help him detach from his character's struggles.
The actor also touched on his personal approach to filming, prioritizing energy conservation and avoiding questions about future seasons to maintain focus and fairness for the showrunners.



