It has been over two decades since a -year-old Emma Watson first stepped onto the screen to become the iconic Hermione Granger. While many child stars find themselves boxed into their breakout roles, Watson has pulled off the ultimate Hollywood magic trick. She has evolved into a critically acclaimed powerhouse, a Brown University grad, and a current MFA student at Oxford University.
Even with a highly selective acting resume, Watson has managed to rack up some seriously “Fresh” scores on Rotten Tomatoes. Recently, fans on TikTok and X have been debating her best non-wizarding roles, sending her film catalog trending once again.
The online discussion has sent film buffs back to the archives, and the critical consensus on her top-ranked movies might actually surprise you.
The Blockbuster Magic and That Legendary Cameo
Unsurprisingly, the Harry Potter franchise dominates much of Watson’s top-rated filmography. Classic installments like “Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets” (%) and “Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince” (%) still hold a special place in fans’ hearts.
But Watson also proved her comedic chops early on outside of Hogwarts. In one of the most viral cameos of , she played a hilariously heightened version of herself in the apocalyptic comedy “This Is the End” (%). Watching her swing an axe and hold her own against Seth Rogen and James Franco during the apocalypse remains a legendary comedic moment that fans still share in viral clips today.
Her transition into mature drama also earned high praise. She took a break from her university studies for a supporting role in “My Week with Marilyn” (%), and later captured the hearts of a generation as the free-spirited Sam in “The Perks of Being a Wallflower” (%). The latter was widely seen as her official “I’m not a wizard anymore” moment, earning her rave reviews for her American accent.
Stepping Into the Action and Literary Classics
As the Harry Potter franchise grew up, so did Watson’s roles. “Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire” (%) and “Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban” (%) showed her flexing her action-hero muscles.
Years later, she transitioned seamlessly into beloved literary adaptations. She starred as Meg March in Greta Gerwig’s Oscar-winning masterpiece “Little Women” (%). Gerwig famously shared that Watson “embodies everything” she wanted for the March sisters, and the chemistry Watson shared with co-star Saoirse Ronan was pure gold.
Of course, the emotional powerhouse “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part ” (%) remains the highest-rated Potter film on the site, representing a tearful, era-ending performance that remains a core memory for millennials globally.
The Surprising % Perfect Score
So, what beat out the multi-billion-dollar wizarding world for the absolute top spot?
The number one spot on Watson’s Rotten Tomatoes ranking actually belongs to “Ballet Shoes” (%). The cozy BBC adaptation stars Watson as Pauline Fossil, an orphan aspiring to be an actress.
While it did not have the massive CGI budget of a Hollywood blockbuster, the heartwarming film earned a flawless, perfect score from critics who found Watson’s early leading-lady performance absolutely charming.
On social media, fans are rediscovering the hidden gem, with many pointing out that Watson’s real-life academic pursuits at Oxford mirror the quiet, dedicated drive of her earliest characters. Whether she is fighting Death Eaters or dancing in ballet slippers, Watson’s magic on screen clearly holds up.
Unexpected Team-Up: Prince William and Emma Watson Unite for Change
Prince William had plenty to celebrate this weekend, but his latest public appearance quickly turned heads for a very different reason. After marking his 44th birthday and Father's Day with his family, the future king returned to royal duties—and made a surprisingly personal confession about the emotional toll of climate change.
William joined Hollywood stars Emma Watson and Benedict Cumberbatch at a United for Wildlife forum in London, an initiative he launched with the Royal Foundation in 2013. The organization works around the world to combat wildlife trafficking, environmental crime, and the destruction of endangered species.
But it was William's candid admission about his own fears that stole the spotlight.
The Prince of Wales revealed that climate change has caused him "sleepless nights," admitting he has struggled with anxiety about what the future could look like. Yet instead of allowing those fears to overwhelm him, William said seeing real progress through conservation efforts has helped keep his environmental anxiety under control.
He also delivered a powerful message to business leaders, urging them to become the kind of leaders they admired when they were children. With technology and innovation transforming the world at an incredible pace, William challenged CEOs to use their influence to create meaningful change.
The event launched London Climate Action Week, with more royal appearances expected, including the Earthshot Prize assembly.
Emma Watson also delivered a surprising revelation of her own. The Harry Potter star highlighted the fashion industry's enormous environmental impact, pointing out that it produces more emissions than aviation and ranks behind only oil among major polluting industries.
Watson, who is also pursuing a doctorate in philosophy at Oxford, shared a hilarious story about mistakenly believing paparazzi were following her. After spotting photographers with telephoto lenses, she arranged a distraction and escaped through another exit. The twist? They weren't photographing her at all. They were waiting to capture a red kite.
Meanwhile, Benedict Cumberbatch praised William as "a great guy" and urged businesses and individuals to recognize that they can still make a difference, even when global environmental challenges appear overwhelming.
With William, Watson, and Cumberbatch joining forces on the issue, the London forum delivered a clear message: the fight against environmental destruction is becoming impossible for the world's biggest names to ignore.
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