The cast of “Harry Potter” has become one of the most iconic movie casts in cinema history. From Daniel Radcliffe to Emma Watson, these actors and actresses gave life to the world of Hogwarts and its unforgettable characters.
In this article, we will take a look back at everything you need to know about the “Harry Potter” cast.
Vanity Fair | After decades of its release, “Harry Potter” still remains the most beloved film series.
Daniel Radcliffe as Harry Potter
Daniel Radcliffe was chosen to play the iconic role of Harry Potter in “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone” when he was only 11 years old. He continued playing the role until 2011 when he starred in “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2.”
Radcliffe also appeared in the West End production of “Equus,” starred in a few movies like “Kill Your Darlings,” and performed on Broadway.
Matthew Lewis as Neville Longbottom
Matthew Lewis was cast to play Hogwarts student Neville Longbottom in “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone” when he was only 11 years old. He went on to appear in all eight “Harry Potter” films.
Since then, Lewis has starred in various television shows such as BBC's drama series “Happy Valley,” “Bluestone 42" and “Unforgotten.” Recently, Matt appeared in the BBC drama film “A Gert Lush Christmas.”
Emma Watson as Hermione Granger
Emma Watson was cast to play Hermione Granger when she was only 10 years old. And continued playing the role until 2011 when the series ended with “Harry Potter.”
USA News | Emma Watson, who plays Hermione Granger in “Harry Potter,” is one of the most successful Hollywood stars today.
She has since gone on to star in various hit films such as “The Perks of Being a Wallflower” and “Beauty and the Beast.”
Recently, she starred in Disney's live-action version of “Little Women.” Watson is also an activist and gender equality advocate.
Rupert Grint as Ron Weasley
Rupert Grint was cast to play Ron Weasley at age 11, just like Radcliffe and Watson. He went on to appear in all eight “Harry Potter” films until 2011 when the series ended with “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2.”
Grint has since starred in various films such as “Moonwalkers,” “CBGB,” and most recently appeared in Netflix's show “Snatch.” He is set to star alongside Michael Caine and Ray Liotta in a new crime drama film titled “Coup 53” set to be released in 2021.
Alfred Enoch as Dean Thomas
Alfred Enoch was cast to play Hogwarts student Dean Thomas in “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone” when he was only 11 years old. He went on to appear in all eight “Harry Potter” films until 2011, when the series ended with “Harry Potter.”
BBC | Alfred Enoch has earned a massive fan base after playing Dean Thomas in “Harry Potter.”
Since then, Enoch has appeared in various television shows such as ABC's legal comedy-drama series “How To Get Away With Murder,” NBC's “Rise,” and Netflix's political drama series “House of Cards.” He is set to appear in the upcoming drama film “The Burnt Orange Heresy” alongside Claes Bang and Elizabeth Debicki.
Bonnie Wright as Ginny Weasley
Bonnie Wright was cast to play Ginny Weasley when she was only 10 years old and continued playing the role until 2011 when the series ended with “Harry Potter & the Deathly Hallows: Part 2.”
Since then, Wright has starred in various films such as “Before I Sleep,” “A Christmas Carol,” and most recently appeared in Netflix's show “Snatch.” She is also a director, writer, producer, and activist.
