British actress and activist Emma Watson is famous for portraying literary characters on the screen, with 15 of her 19 film credits to date in movies based on books. From Hermione Granger in the Harry Potter franchise to Sam in The Perks of Being a Wallflower, Watson’s roles demonstrate her talent for bringing beloved characters to life. And as the star of two films rooted in literature this year (Beauty and the Beast and The Circle), it looks like her penchant for choosing literary-inspired projects will continue for years to come.
In honor of Watson’s 27th birthday today, we assembled a gallery highlighting every one of her film roles based on a book.
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Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone
Based on:
Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone by J.K. Rowling
Role: Hermione Granger, a Muggle-born witch who attends Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry
Year Released: 2001
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Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets
Based on:
Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets by J.K. Rowling
Role: Hermione Granger
Year Released: 2002
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Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
Based on:
Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban by J.K. Rowling
Role: Hermione Granger
Year Released: 2004
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Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
Based on:
Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire by J.K. Rowling
Role: Hermione Granger
Year Released: 2005
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Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix
Based on:
Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix by J.K. Rowling
Role: Hermione Granger
Year Released: 2007
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Ballet Shoes
Based on:
Ballet Shoes by Noel Streatfeild
Role: Pauline Fossil, an orphan who wants to be an actress
Year Released: 2007 (TV Movie)
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The Tale of Despereaux
Based on:
The Tale of Despereaux by Kate DiCamillo
Role: Princess Pea (voice), a human princess who befriends a talking mouse
Year Released: 2008
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Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince
Based on:
Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince by J.K. Rowling
Role: Hermione Granger
Year Released: 2009
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Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1
Based on:
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows by J.K. Rowling
Role: Hermione Granger
Year Released: 2010
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Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2
Based on:
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows by J.K. Rowling
Role: Hermione Granger
Year Released: 2011