The press run for Harry's new film, Don't Worry Darling, has been absolutely exhausting. Endless interviews, premieres, and talk show appearances have filled every day for nearly two weeks. But now, with the film out and doing well, he's finally at the tail end of his obligations—just one major interview left.
When his agent told him that Variety's Actors on Actors wanted him for an episode, Harry had been genuinely surprised. It was an honor, a sign that Hollywood is taking him seriously as an actor. But when he saw who he'd been paired with, the honor turned into a nerve-wracking shock.
It was you. Seeing your name next to his had practically made his heart skip a beat
Harry arrived on set unusually early, feeling weirdly nervous for someone who is effortlessly composed. He spends the extra time going over the questions on his cards, tweaking each one obsessively, practicing how he’d phrase his compliments, careful not to sound rehearsed but determined to avoid coming off too eager. The knot in his stomach only tightened the closer it gets to the start time.
It's not like Harry to be this nervous before an interview. He’s done hundreds, maybe even thousands by now. But this is different. You aren’t just anyone. You're one of the most talented young actors of your generation, and, years ago, you had been in one of his favorite childhood movies and were his first crush
When he hears from a PA that you have arrived, he runs a hand through his hair and checks his reflection one more time, taking deep breaths on his way to the set. His calm, cool facade drops the second he sees you sitting in your chair on the set, smiling at something on your phone
He clears his throat nervously as he sits down across from you
"Good Morning"
He says with a kind, anxious smile