James Andrew Eric Phelps and Oliver Martyn John Phelps (born 25 February 1986) are English actors. They are known for playing Fred and George Weasley in the Harry Potter film series from 2001 to 2011.
In 2000, despite having no previous acting experience, the twins skipped school to attend an open audition in Leeds. After about six auditions, the twins were cast as Fred and George Weasley in the film Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone.[1] At the first table reading after being cast, James was given the role of Fred and Oliver was given the role of George.