Our Favorite Stars from the Harry Potter Films and Where They Are Today

    Gregory Goyle โ€“ Josh Herdman

    Gregory Goyle may have been a gormless goon in the Harry Potter films, but Josh Herdman is a mixed martial artist in real life. He followed in his father Martin Herdmanโ€™s footsteps by becoming an actor but also pursuing a separate career. While his father was a Rugby league footballer, Josh chose to learn MMA. However, he is also still an actor, with roles in the 2018 Robin Hood film as well as British detective series Marcella and action TV series Alex Rider.

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    Gregory Goyle โ€“ Josh Herdman

    Pansy Parkinson โ€“ Scarlett Byrne

    Scarlett Byrne began her acting career long before she was cast as supporting character Pansy Parkinson. The character was a mean Slytherin character, featuring in Harry Potter and the Half-Blood PrinceHarry Potter and the Deathly Hallows โ€“ Part 1 and Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows โ€“ Part 2. Sheโ€™s since starred in Falling Skies, Runaways, The Vampire Diaries, and Skybound. Byrne is now working on Stick and Poke, a short film about the art of the hand-poked tattoo. She is also expecting her first child with Playboy heir Cooper Hefner, who she married in November 2019.

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    Pansy Parkinson โ€“ Scarlett Byrne

    Neville Longbottom โ€“ Matthew Lewis

    Matthew Lewis landed the role of Neville Longbottom when he was 12 years old, although he started acting when he was five. An awkward, clumsy boy in the first few movies, Neville Longbottom magically transformed into one of the bravest of Gryffindor. The actor shocked fans with his real-life glow up from a goofy-looking kid to a poster boy. He has since starred in The Syndicate, Bluestone 42, Me Before You, and Terminal. He even starred in the music video of โ€œFilthโ€ by A Band of Buriers.

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    Neville Longbottom โ€“ Matthew Lewis

    Hermione Granger โ€“ Emma Watson

    Muggle-born Hermione Granger, the brightest and most compassionate witch of her age, was played by Emma Watson to critical acclaim. After the Harry Potter movies, Emma Watson went on to star in movies such as The Perks of Being a Wallflower, The Bling Ring, Beauty and the Beast, and Little Women. During this time, she also succeeded in getting a bachelorโ€™s degree in English literature and launching the HeForShe campaign as a UN Women Goodwill ambassador. She calls for boys and men to advocate gender equality.

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    Hermione Granger โ€“ Emma Watson

    Lucius Malfoy โ€“ Jason Isaacs

    Jason Isaacs is great at playing criminals. He played the aristocrat patriarch Lucius Malfoy to chilling perfection in the Harry Potter films, with his luscious mane of white-blonde hair, ornamental cane, and condescending voice. Like Evanna Lynch, Jason Isaacs also loved the books, having read four of them in one sitting. Since Harry Potter, he has starred in The Patriot, Brotherhood, and The Death of Stalin, all as villains. He has also been in TV shows such as Awake, Dig, and Scoob.

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    Lucius Malfoy โ€“ Jason Isaacs

    Harry Potter โ€“ Daniel Radcliffe

    Daniel Radcliffe became Harry Potter at the age of 11, and his life was changed forever. The role would bring him fame and fortune, but also criticism. As a child, his performance in the third film was criticized as โ€œwoodenโ€ and โ€œblandโ€ but by the fifth movie, he was winning awards for it. Radcliffe has since taken on many different types of roles, starring in movies like horror sci-fi Victor Frankenstein and comedy-dramas like Swiss Army Man, proving himself to be a versatile actor.

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    Harry Potter โ€“ Daniel Radcliffe

    Narcissa Malfoy โ€“ Helen McCrory

    Like Robbie Coltrane, British actress Helen Elizabeth McCrory was also appointed an OBE. She has also been in a James Bond film. McCrory played supporting character Narcissa Malfoy in the final three Harry Potter movies. But it is her role as Polly Gray in Peaky Blinders that has won her critical acclaim. She has also starred in movies like The Queen, The Special Relationship, Charlotte Gray, Fearless, and MotherFatherSon. In 2020, McCrory was busy raising over $1 Million for a food charity during the pandemic. Tragically McCrory passed away in 2021, at the age of 52.

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    Narcissa Malfoy โ€“ Helen McCrory

    Dudley Dursley โ€“ Harry Melling

    His role as spoiled cousin Dudley Dursley might not have made the best use of his acting abilities, but Harry Melling comes from a family lineage of actors. He has since lost weight, which has left him free to pursue roles very different from that of Dudley Dursley. He has since played in The Ballad of Buster Scruggs, delivering a performance that won him critical acclaim. Melling has also made appearances in films like The Lost City of Z, and fantasy shows like Merlin.

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    Dudley Dursley โ€“ Harry Melling

    Dean Thomas โ€“ Alfred Enoch

    Alfred Enoch took on the role of Dean Thomas when he was only 13 years old. After the Harry Potter films, the English-Brazilian actor gained fame and recognition by playing the main role of Wes Gibbins in the legal drama How to Get Away with Murder. He has been in several Shakespeare plays, from Timon of Athens and Coriolanus to King Lear. He has also starred in Trust Me and is now working on Provisional Measure.

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    Dean Thomas โ€“ Alfred Enoch

    Draco Malfoy โ€“ Tom Felton

    What Harry Potter is to Gryffindor, Draco Malfoy is to Slytherin. Arguably his darkest moment came in The Half-Blood Prince when he helped lure Dumbledore to his demise. To be fair though, it was all part of a deeper plan against Voldemort, so we guess we can forgive him a little. Felton might not have been able to eclipse the fame set by his role as Draco, but he has appeared in other huge blockbuster film franchises, including the recent Planet of the Apes reboot series.

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    Draco Malfoy โ€“ Tom Felton

    Colin Creevey โ€“ Hugh Mitchell

    Remember the kid photographer who was obsessed with Harry, and wouldnโ€™t miss a chance to fanboy over him? Yes, weโ€™re talking about Colin Creevey! He represented all of us Potterheads in the film. Actor Hugh Mitchell, in his post-Potter era, has maintained a low key acting career, appearing as Silas in The Da Vinci Code and some other British hits like Wallander, The White Queen, and more. Hugh remained loyal to Colinโ€™s photography passion, which is evident in his Instagram account!

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    Colin Creevey โ€“ Hugh Mitchell

    Cedric Diggory โ€“ Robert Pattinson

    Robert Pattinson may have been mocked for taking on the role of vampire Edward Cullen in The Twilight Saga, but he was praised for his role as handsome Hufflepuff prefect Cedric Diggory before that in Harry Potter. Since then, heโ€™s had a remarkable acting career. He has quickly established himself as a serious actor through stellar performances in movies like Remember Me, Water for Elephants, and The Lighthouse. His latest role will be that of Bruce Wayne in the upcoming TheBatman.

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    Cedric Diggory โ€“ Robert Pattinson

    Ron Weasley โ€“ Rupert Grint

    Letโ€™s face it โ€“ Harry Potter wouldnโ€™t have achieved half of the things he did without his best friend, Ron Weasley. The quintessential sidekick from the most loveable family in the entire story was by Harryโ€™s side every step of the way and even ended up with Hermione when everything was said and done. These days, Rupert Grint is slowly building a reputation as a well-respect actor, having most recently appeared on shows such as Sick NoteSnatch, and Servant.

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    Ron Weasley โ€“ Rupert Grint

    Albus Dumbledore โ€“ Michael Gambon

    Sir Michael John Gambon played the role of Professor Albus Dumbledore in the last few Harry Potter movies. He played the legendarily powerful wizard with a keen mind and kind heart to perfection. To see what he looks like under the long white mane and beard, the British-Irish actor can be found in The Kingโ€™s Speech, Fortitude, Judy, and Cordelia. He looks so different when heโ€™s shaved. He is now playing in a movie about James Joyce called James and Lucia.

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    Albus Dumbledore โ€“ Michael Gambon

    Petunia Dursley โ€“ Fiona Shaw

    Irish actress Fiona Shaw played Aunt Petunia Dursley in the Harry Potter movies. She expertly elicited profound dislike by mistreating her nephew Harry Potter, who she loathed because he came from the magical world that she could not be a part of. Her sensational performances in Killing Eve, which won her a BAFTA, and in Fleabag have collected her many new fans and gotten her two Emmy nominations.

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    Petunia Dursley โ€“ Fiona Shaw

    Professor Flitwick โ€“ Warwick Davis

    English actor Warwick Davis sounds like a wizard himself, but he was named Professor Flitwick in the Harry Potter movies, playing the Charms Master of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. He has starred as an Ewok in Return of the Jedi and as a leprechaun in the Leprechaun film series. Born with a rare form of dwarfism, Warwick Davis went on to create talent agency Willow Management to ensure that actors under five feet were properly represented.

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    Professor Flitwick โ€“ Warwick Davis

    Sirius Black โ€“ Gary Oldman

    Sirius Black was played by Gary Oldman, a fearful wizard with a tortured past due to the years he spent in Azkaban, the wizarding prison. He has starred in more than 50 movies. No one really knows what Gary Oldman looks like because heโ€™s so great at transforming his appearance to resemble the character he is portraying. Notable examples include his villainous portrayals in True Romance, The Fifth Element, Air Force One, The Contender, and Lรฉon: The Professional. Can we add Sirius Black to that list?

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    Sirius Black โ€“ Gary Oldman

    Nymphadora Tonks โ€“ Natalia Tena

    Metamorphmagus Nymphadora Tonks was an Auror who fell in love with werewolf Remus Lupin and died alongside him in the final war. She liked to wear her hair short, spiky and bubble-gum colored and also preferred being called by her surname only. Nymphadora Tonks was one of the coolest characters in Harry Potter, made even cooler because she was played by real-life musician Natalia Tena, lead singer of Molotov Jukebox. Besides this role, she has acted in some pretty big roles. This includes her part as the wildling Osha in the much-talked-about TV series Game of Thrones.

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    Nymphadora Tonks โ€“ Natalia Tena

    Bill Weasley โ€“ Domhnall Gleeson

    Domhnall Gleeson might only be in his 30s, but the Irish actor already has several award-winning films under his belt. Of course, he gained worldwide recognition as Bill Weasley, the oldest, coolest and most attractive of the Weasley siblings. Heโ€™s also starred in About Time, Anna Karenina, Never Let Me Go, Frank and Unbroken, to name but a few. This year, he is starring in the comedy series Run. Although he has been named as one of Irelandโ€™s greatest actors, he might still feel overshadowed by his father, actor Brendan Gleeson.

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    Bill Weasley โ€“ Domhnall Gleeson

    Barty Crouch Jr. โ€“ David Tennant

    David Tennant needs no introduction if youโ€™re a Doctor Who fan, but did you know that he played the villainous Barty Crouch Jr. in the Harry Potter movies? If you donโ€™t remember, Barty Crouch Jr. was a Death Eater who disguised himself as Alastor Moody to lure Harry Potter to his demise. Another villain the Scottish actor is famous for is Kilgrave in Marvelโ€™s Jessica Jones, which is about a fictional superhero. He has also starred in Broadchurch, where he plays police detective Alec Hardy.

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    Barty Crouch Jr. โ€“ David Tennant

    Rubeus Hagrid โ€“ Robbie Coltrane

    Robbie Coltrane played the role of gentle, lovable, loyal half-giant Rubeus Hagrid. J. K. Rowling personally requested him to play the part. Rubeus Hagrid may have made him an international star, but both before and after Harry Potter, the Scottish Actor also held prominent roles in other movies, such as two James Bond movies, Brave, Great Expectations, and National Treasure. He now has a son and a daughter and has received an OBE from the Queen.

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    Rubeus Hagrid โ€“ Robbie Coltrane

    Minerva McGonagall โ€“ Maggie Smith

    Academy Award winner Maggie Smith has had so many fulfilling roles on English stage, film, and television over the years that, in 1990, Queen Elizabeth II made her a Dame. She played Minerva McGonagall in the Harry Potter film franchise and Violet Crawley in Downton Abbey. She has said that she is grateful for these roles but they werenโ€™t creatively challenging enough for her. It might be because she keeps getting cast as a โ€œspiky elderly ladyโ€. She is now working on A Boy Called Christmas.

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    Minerva McGonagall โ€“ Maggie Smith

    Mr. Ollivander โ€“ John Hurt

    John Hurt, who played the mysterious Mr. Ollivander, is one of the Harry Potter actors who is no longer with us. With two Oscar nominations and a Golden Globe in his bag, he didnโ€™t stop after playing his role of Mr. Ollivander in the Harry Potter franchise. With over 200 acting credits, the immortal John Hurt might have portrayed the most fictional characters out of all Harry Potter actors, leaving behind a huge legacy.

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    Mr. Ollivander โ€“ John Hurt

    Bellatrix Lestrange โ€“ Helena Bonham Carter

    Helena Bonham Carter has had an impressive career both before and after her portrayal of the villainous Bellatrix Lestrange in the Harry Potter movies. Her eccentric aura and unusual expressions have made her famous for her roles in many Tim Burton movies. These included Alice in Wonderland and its sequel, Big FishCharlie and the Chocolate FactoryCorpse BrideDark ShadowsPlanet of the Apes, and Sweeney Todd. She has received dozens of awards and nominations for her show-stopping performances.

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    Bellatrix Lestrange โ€“ Helena Bonham Carter

    Lord Voldemort โ€“ Ralph Fiennes

    Lord Voldemort was the most frightening villain for most children born in the 1990s. He was portrayed convincingly creepily by Ralph Fiennes. Lord Voldemort might have been referred to as โ€œHe-Who-Must-Not-Be-Named,โ€ but the English actor can also not be named, because his full name amounts to Ralph Nathaniel Twisleton-Wykeham-Fiennes. Along with Harry Potter, he has delivered great performances in Schindlerโ€™s List and The English Patient. Fiennes has also appeared in other notable films, such as In Bruges, The Reader, and The Grand Budapest Hotel.

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    Lord Voldemort โ€“ Ralph Fiennes

    Cornelius Fudge โ€“ Robert Hardy

    Cornelius Fudge, played by Robert Hardy, was a powerful Minister of Magic with full control over the main governing body of the wizarding world of Harry Potter. However, Robertโ€™s role as a political figure was not limited to the Harry Potter franchise. He was known for several portrayals of former British Prime Minister Winston Churchill as their resemblance was uncanny. Following a successful 70-year-long career playing remarkable roles, from Shakespeareโ€™s Henry V to Siegfried Farnon in All Creatures Great and Small, Robert Hardy passed away in August 2017.

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    Cornelius Fudge โ€“ Robert Hardy

    Vincent Crabbe โ€“ Jamie Waylett

    We meet Vincent Crabbe in the first movie of the series, as Draco introduces his clueless companions to Harry. What started as a harmless banter between the two trios, eventually ended up killing Crabbe in the seventh film. Unfortunately, with Crabbe, Jamie Wayletteโ€™s career in showbiz ended. The young actor got himself into trouble, and the law got involved. He served two years in prison and has been keeping a low profile ever since.

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    Vincent Crabbe โ€“ Jamie Waylett

    Katie Bell โ€“ Georgina Leonidas

    Katie Bell, played by Georgina Leonidas, first appeared in The Half-Blood Prince and returned in TheDeathly Hallows: Part 1 to win the hearts of thousands with her short yet remarkable performance portraying torture at the hands of the Opal Necklace. She went on to pursue a career in acting after Harry Potter and won well-deserved fame. She is best known for her performance in the TV show The Basil Brush, among other shows, including Holby City, Father Brown, and more.

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    Katie Bell โ€“ Georgina Leonidas

    Barty Crouch Sr. โ€“ Roger Lloyd Pack

    Barty Crouch Sr was a ruthless wizard known to fight fire with fire. Roger Lloyd Pack has done an excellent job in the portrayal of this character. The actor is also known for his performances in Only Fools and Horses and The Vicar of Dibley. He is another star who the acting community has lost along the way. After serving the entertainment industry with hundreds of performances over the span of five decades, Roger passed away in January 2014.

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    Barty Crouch Sr. โ€“ Roger Lloyd Pack