It has been over a decade since the Boy Who Lived defeated Voldemort on the big screen, but the debate over which Harry Potter star has had the most “magical” post-Hogwarts career is officially breaking the internet.
While Daniel Radcliffe has become the king of “weird” indie roles and Rupert Grint has found his niche in chilling thrillers, social media is currently crowning Emma Watson as the ultimate breakout star. The reason? Her stunning turn in the period drama Little Women.
Boasting a near-perfect % score on Rotten Tomatoes, the Greta Gerwig-directed masterpiece is being hailed by critics and fans alike as the single best film any of the “Big Three” have starred in since the credits rolled on Deathly Hallows Part .
On platforms like X and TikTok, fans are revisiting Watson’s performance as Meg March, noting how she transitioned from the brightest witch of her age to a sophisticated leading lady. “Emma Watson as Meg March was the casting choice of the century,” one fan gushed in a viral post.
While Radcliffe has earned major respect for his “bold and bizarre” choices—think the flatulent corpse in Swiss Army Man or growing antlers in Horns—those films haven’t always captured the zeitgeist quite like Watson’s projects.
Even though Radcliffe has appeared in mainstream hits like The Lost City, Watson’s ability to balance massive blockbusters with high-brow cinema has set her apart. Let’s not forget that her live-action Beauty and the Beast raked in a staggering $. billion at the box office!
However, it’s Little Women that serves as the crown jewel of her resume. Starring alongside heavy hitters like Meryl Streep, Saoirse Ronan, and Florence Pugh, Watson proved she could hold her own in one of the most talented ensembles in recent Hollywood history.
“Gerwig brings warmth, humor, and verve to the story,” insiders say, noting that Watson’s portrayal of Meg brought a grounded, emotional heart to the film that resonated with a whole new generation.
Meanwhile, Rupert Grint has stayed largely under the radar, winning over horror fans in M. Night Shyamalan’s Servant and ’s Knock at the Cabin. While his talent is undeniable, Watson’s career trajectory remains the most “illustrious” of the group.
From her hilarious, axe-wielding cameo in This Is the End to the gritty reality of The Bling Ring, Watson has carefully curated a filmography that is as diverse as it is successful.
Thirteen years after leaving the Wizarding World, it seems “Hermione” is still at the top of her class.
Would you like me to put together a ranking of the top post-Harry Potter films from the entire cast?
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.
Be the first to comment on this article!