It has been over a decade since we saw Emma Watson put down her wand as the iconic Hermione Granger. While she will always be the brightest witch of her age to us, the internet is currently buzzing over her incredible evolution on the silver screen.
With no new projects currently on the horizon, fans on social media and Letterboxd—the go-to platform for film lovers—have been busy ranking Watson’s most essential post-Hogwarts performances. The online consensus is clear: her career outside of Hogwarts is just as magical as her time inside it.
Shedding the Hermione Image
While many casual viewers know her from the massive live-action hit Beauty and the Beast, which fans continue to praise for its romantic charm, it is her smaller, grittier roles that are sparking the most intense online conversation.
Take, for instance, the crime drama The Bling Ring. Directed by Sofia Coppola, the film saw Watson completely shed her “good girl” image to play Nicki Moore, a fame-obsessed teen burglar.
Years later, fans on X (formerly Twitter) are still raving about the performance, calling it the most overlooked movie of her career. One fan noted, “Watson looked like she was having the absolute time of her life playing a flawed, social-climbing criminal.”
The Fan Favorites and a Surprising Number One
Of course, it would not be an Emma Watson marathon without her beloved modern classics. The Perks of Being a Wallflower remains a massive fan favorite, still holding a stellar rating among movie buffs. Her portrayal of the free-spirited Sam helped a whole new generation of fans fall in love with her acting chops all over again.
But what is the highest-rated Emma Watson movie of all time? Prepare to be shocked: it is not a Harry Potter film.
According to Letterboxd users, that honor belongs to Greta Gerwig’s masterpiece, Little Women. Playing the eldest March sister, Meg, Watson delivered a grounded, emotional performance that resonated deeply with audiences. In fact, it is her highest-rated film on the platform, even when the entire Potter franchise is included in the running!
A Legacy Beyond Child Stardom
From her hilarious, water-stealing cameo as herself in the comedy This Is the End to intense thrillers like Colonia and Regression, Watson has consistently chosen roles that challenge her limits. Even when a high-profile project like the tech-thriller The Circle, co-starring Tom Hanks, did not quite land with critics, loyal fans have stayed dedicated to her artistic journey.
Whether she is voicing a princess in The Tale of Despereaux or venturing into the biblical epic Noah, Watson’s filmography is a testament to her impressive range.
As one fan on X beautifully put it, “Emma Watson did not just survive child stardom; she conquered the industry on her own terms.” While the world might have to wait a little longer to see what she does next on screen, fans are perfectly content staying busy rewatching her iconic turn as Meg March.
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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