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Macfadyen: Guiteau vs. Wambsgans
4 Jul
Summary
- Matthew Macfadyen stars in Netflix's Death By Lightning.
- He discusses similarities between his new character and Tom.
- Macfadyen played the favorite character Tom Wambsgans in Succession.
Matthew Macfadyen, a standout performer from HBO's acclaimed series Succession, is now appearing in Netflix's new television show, Death By Lightning. The actor, who played the fan-favorite character Tom Wambsgans, discussed his new role with CinemaBlend.
Macfadyen drew comparisons between Charles J. Guiteau, his character in Death By Lightning, and Tom Wambsgans. He described both characters as "weaselly," indicating a recurring theme in his television work. Despite this similarity, Macfadyen expressed a particular fondness for Tom Wambsgans, who ultimately emerged victorious in the Succession series finale.