25 Years Later: Here’s What the 'Harry Potter' Stars Look Like

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Harry Potter Stars Then and Now: Rupert Grint, Daniel Radcliffe

Harry Potter, Rupert Grint, Daniel Radcliffe

Do you remember what the "Harry Potter" stars used to look like? We'll show you how they've changed. Have fun clicking through!

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"Harry Potter" Stars

The “Harry Potter” films enchanted thousands of fans around the world. The first film hit theaters in 2001, and the last one came out exactly ten years later. Several years have passed since then. Here, we’ll show you how the “Harry Potter” stars have changed over the years.

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Emma Watson, Daniel Radcliffe, and Rupert Grint

Daniel Radcliffe (center) became world-famous for his role as "Harry Potter," which marked his big breakthrough.

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Daniel Radcliffe

Following his success in the “Harry Potter” series, Daniel Radcliffe continued to pursue his acting career. Since the final installment of the film series, “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows—Part 2” (2011), he has appeared in several feature films, including “The Woman in Black” (2012), “Swiss Army Man” (2016), and “Now You See Me 2” (2016). In 2026, he will appear in, among other projects, the series “The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins.” He has been in a relationship with U.S. actress Erin Darke since 2012. They became parents in 2023.

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Rupert Grint and Jessie Cave

Rupert Grint played "Ron Weasley" in "Harry Potter." The film series brought the actor international fame.

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Rupert Grint

Even years after the movies, Rupert Grint hasn’t lost any of his mischievous grin or his red, tousled hair. As for acting, he has appeared in a few TV series—mostly in guest roles. However, Rupert Grint hasn’t been part of any major projects. In recent years, he has appeared in several TV series, including “Sick Note” and “Snatch.” From 2019 to 2023, he starred in “Servant.” In 2026, he will appear in “Nightborn.” He has two daughters with his partner.

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Emma Watson as "Hermione Granger"

Always by “Harry” and “Ron’s” side was Emma Watson, aka “Hermione Granger.” As a hardworking “Hogwarts” student, she always gets top grades. Although her parents are “Muggles,” “Hermione” is a witch through and through. She’s constantly called a “Mudblood” by bullies like “Draco Malfoy,” but over the course of the films, the intelligent “Hermione” evolves into a true fighter.

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Emma Watson

In 2017, Emma Watson starred as “Belle” in “Beauty and the Beast”—a role that suits the beautiful and independent actress perfectly. Emma Watson is a feminist and activist who inspires thousands of women today. Her face graces the covers of numerous international fashion magazines. She has remained committed to acting—and is often seen in strong female roles. She last appeared on screen in 2022.

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HARRY POTTER AND THE SORCERER'S STONE, Tom Felton, Daniel Radcliffe, 2001. Photo: Peter Mountain / ? Warner Bros. / Courtesy

Tom Felton and Daniel Radcliffe

The nasty “Draco Malfoy” was perfectly portrayed by actor Tom Felton. At “Hogwarts,” he belongs to the “Slytherin” house. On the surface, he comes across as cold and tough, but deep down, “Draco” is insecure and often quite a coward. Despite his character, “Draco” is adored by many female fans—something even “Harry Potter” creator J.K. Rowling herself can’t explain.

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Tom Felton

As mean as Tom Felton may be in his role as “Draco,” behind the scenes, the actor is really likable. He has appeared in a few lesser-known films but is mainly focused on his music. Most recently, he appeared in “Fackham Hall,” among other films.

25 Years Later: Here’s What the 'Harry Potter' Stars Look Like Today