Emma Watson marked her debut in the film industry at the age of 11, starring in the first movie of the Harry Potter series, Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone. She has since become a vital contributor to the franchise, which encompasses eight fantasy films about Harry Potter and his circle, including both friends and foes.
Following her rise to fame through the Harry Potter series, Watson has taken on many notable roles in various films, such as Beauty and the Beast, Little Women, and The Perks of Being a Wallflower. Here are seven of Emma Watson’s top movies outside the Harry Potter series:
Seven Best Movies Featuring Emma Watson Beyond Harry Potter
1. Beauty and the Beast (Available on Jiohotstar)
In this 2017 Disney adaptation directed by Bill Condon, Emma Watson portrays Belle, a character who yearns for adventure beyond her small village. Her life takes a turn when her father is imprisoned by a beast, who is ultimately revealed to be a cursed prince.
2. Little Women (Available on Netflix)
This period drama, based on Louisa May Alcott’s 1868 classic, is the seventh film adaptation and explores the lives of sisters Meg, Jo, Beth, and Amy growing up in Concord, Massachusetts. The film features a talented ensemble cast, including Saoirse Ronan, Emma Watson, Florence Pugh, Eliza Scanlen, Timothée Chalamet, and Meryl Streep.
3. The Perks of Being a Wallflower (Available on Prime Video)
Adapted from the 1999 novel by Stephen Chbosky, this coming-of-age romantic drama follows a shy teen, portrayed by Logan Lerman, as he navigates the challenges of his freshman year of high school, while penning letters to an anonymous friend. He gradually forms connections with new friends, played by Emma Watson and Ezra Miller, despite grappling with post-traumatic stress.
4. Colonia (Available on Prime Video)
Set against the backdrop of the 1973 Chilean coup, this historical thriller revolves around "Colonia Dignidad," a cult led by Paul Schäfer. Emma Watson plays Lena, a courageous woman who infiltrates the cult to rescue her activist boyfriend, Daniel, while gathering crucial evidence.
5. My Week with Marilyn (Available on Prime Video)
This drama draws from Colin Clark’s two books and recounts the making of the 1957 film The Prince and the Showgirl, starring Marilyn Monroe and Laurence Olivier. The film features notable performances by actors including Michelle Williams, Kenneth Branagh, and Eddie Redmayne.
6. The Circle (Available on Prime Video)
This techno-thriller follows a young woman who starts working at a powerful tech company, only to discover that the job comes with hidden complications. The film features a plot that explores thematic concerns in the tech world and stars Emma Watson alongside John Boyega and Tom Hanks.
7. This Is the End
In this apocalyptic comedy, actors portray exaggerated versions of themselves during a catastrophic event. The story unfolds as James Franco hosts a party with celebrity friends, who become trapped in his house while chaos ensues outside.
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