In a recent Daniel Radcliffe Harry Potter reunion, the franchise’s former stars Daniel Radcliffe and Tom Felton met up in New York, nearly twenty-five years after the release of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone. Their surprise get-together at a screening of the film adaptation of Merrily We Roll Along reignited nostalgia and excitement among longtime fans, as the two actors—once on-screen adversaries—showcased their enduring friendship and connection to the legacy of the wizarding world.
Photographs from the event captured Daniel and Tom genuinely enjoying each other’s company, both smiling broadly and sharing a side hug. Daniel Radcliffe, who appeared in Broadway’s Merrily We Roll Along revival, chose a relaxed style with a denim jacket, brown T-shirt, and black pants, while Tom Felton wore a caramel-colored peacoat, white T-shirt, and patterned brown pants to the occasion in New York.
Tom Felton’s ongoing involvement in Harry Potter and the Cursed Child on Broadway, where he reprises his iconic Draco Malfoy role, added another layer of excitement for fans. Felton has spoken about how he looked to Daniel Radcliffe, now a Tony Award winner for his performance in Merrily We Roll Along, for insight on performing on Broadway.
“I’ve taken a few tips from Potter,”
Tom Felton, during an appearance on Good Morning America.
“He was one of the early inspirations for me to come to Broadway. I think I saw him during his first show 10-plus years ago and now he’s a Tony winner and a big inspiration for why Broadway is so special.”
Tom Felton, Good Morning America
While Felton continues his magical journey on stage, Radcliffe, for now, considers his chapter as Harry Potter closed.
“I’m getting to a point where I feel like I made it out of Potter OK,”
Daniel Radcliffe, New York Times 2022
“and I’m really happy with where I am now, and to go back would be such a massive change to my life.”
Daniel Radcliffe, New York Times 2022
Though he left open the possibility of returning, Radcliffe added,
“It’s not something I’m really interested in doing right now.”
Daniel Radcliffe, New York Times 2022
Daniel Radcliffe’s Life Beyond the Boy Wizard
Since Harry Potter catapulted him to international fame, Daniel Radcliffe has actively redefined his acting career, moving far beyond his childhood image. He debuted on Broadway in Equus in 2007, taking on a mature role that signaled his transition from child star to versatile performer. His career since has included both lighthearted projects, like How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, and darker or avant-garde roles, embracing both theater and film.
Radcliffe’s array of credits include acclaimed stage productions, such as The Cripple of Inishmaan, Rosencrantz and Gildenstern Are Dead, and the Tony-winning Merrily We Roll Along. On the big screen, he starred in films like The Woman in Black, Victor Frankenstein, Swiss Army Man, The Lost City, and portrayed “Weird Al” Yankovic in Weird: The Al Yankovic Story. Radcliffe also explored television, starring in A Young Doctor’s Notebook and Miracle Workers, displaying his fondness for offbeat and complex characters. His versatility extends to voice roles in the animated series Mulligan.
Offstage, Daniel has built a life with actress Erin Darke, whom he met while filming Kill Your Darlings in 2013. The pair welcomed their son in April 2023, marking a new chapter for the actor both personally and professionally.
Emma Watson’s Post-Potter Path of Creativity and Advocacy
Emma Watson, who originated the role of Hermione Granger after only a handful of school play experiences, has crafted a career combining acting, education, activism, and entrepreneurship. Following the end of the Harry Potter series, Watson completed her studies at Brown University, earning a degree in English literature in 2014, all while starring in acclaimed films such as The Perks of Being a Wallflower and The Bling Ring.
Watson’s future roles included taking on Belle in Disney’s Beauty and the Beast and Meg March in Little Women. After a successful streak in film, she stepped back from acting to focus on personal growth and independence.
“I’m just so glad that I did [step away from acting] because I have this feeling of having my own voice and creative space and sovereignty in some way that I don’t think I did before–more autonomy,”
Emma Watson, British Vogue 2023
“I’m so glad that I allowed things to be messy for a minute and to really allow myself to not know [what’s next], because the knowing that I’ve come to, I wouldn’t trade that for anything.”
Emma Watson, British Vogue 2023
Watson went on to study creative writing at Oxford, co-found the gin brand Renais with her brother Alex, and direct commercials. Alongside her business efforts, she has modeled for brands like Burberry and Lancôme and continued her activism, particularly in the area of gender equality.
Rupert Grint’s Journey from the Burrow to New Creative Ground
Rupert Grint fit effortlessly into the role of Ron Weasley, Harry’s best friend, but the years that followed brought significant changes and reflection. Grint expanded his acting repertoire with roles in British productions like The ABC Murders and the comedy Sick Note. He further explored cinema, appearing in projects such as CBGB and Moonwalkers, as well as working with noted director M. Night Shyamalan on the series Servant and the horror film Knock at the Cabin.
Adapting to life after Potter took time for Grint, who grappled with leaving the familiarity of his childhood role.
“After Potter I didn’t really know what I wanted to do,”
Rupert Grint, Radio Times 2018
“I had this feeling that I had missed out on normal things. I lost touch with a lot of my friends from school. I wanted to have a bit of a life again, so I took a break. I’ve never really been super-ambitious. I think there’s always been something in me, particularly when I finished Potter, that wants to prove myself, but I’m also naturally quite an insecure person anyway.”
Rupert Grint, Radio Times 2018
Director M. Night Shyamalan noted the transformation he witnessed in Grint:
“He came in and auditioned, and I just saw a different person. I don’t know if I’ve ever seen this kind of reinvention from child actor to adult actor in my life, it’s amazing.”
M. Night Shyamalan, EW.com
Grint and longtime partner Georgia Groome welcomed their daughter Wednesday G. Grint in May 2020, signaling a new phase in his personal life as well.
Matthew Lewis: Transformation and New Roles
Matthew Lewis’s portrayal of Neville Longbottom is remembered for its dramatic on-screen evolution, and the actor’s off-screen transformation has earned global attention. Lewis focused on stage and television work in England, with prominent credits in The Syndicate, Me Before You, Terminal, and the dramedy Bluestone 42.
“Potter was an amazing and a unique experience that I was privileged to have been a part of,”
Matthew Lewis, RadioTimes.com
“but I’ve never been as involved with or as proud of a project as I have with Bluestone 42—I’ve had so much fun being a part of it, so much more than I’ve ever had before as an actor, definitely.”
Matthew Lewis, RadioTimes.com
Lewis continued to add credits including Avoidance, All Creatures Great & Small, Baby Done, and Ripper Street. In his personal life, he married Angela Jones in 2018, and the couple revisited the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, where they first met, in October 2019.
Tom Felton’s Acting and Musical Career
Tom Felton, known for his iconic portrayal of Draco Malfoy, has maintained a varied and dynamic career since the films. Following 2011’s Rise of the Planet of the Apes, Felton shifted towards period dramas like Belle and A United Kingdom and took on exciting roles, such as Julian “Dr. Alchemy” Albert in The Flash. His work includes the sci-fi series Origin and films such as Ophelia, Braking for Whales, Burial, and Some Other Woman. In addition, Felton has nurtured his musical side, releasing several EPs as a singer-songwriter.
Felton’s personal relationships included dating Jade Olivia Gordon, who portrayed Astoria Malfoy in the Harry Potter series, before eventually forming a relationship with Roxanne Danya. He tackled personal topics in his 2022 memoir, Beyond the Wand, discussing the pressures of childhood fame, substance abuse, and clarifying rumors about his relationship with Emma Watson.
“I’ve always had a secret love for Emma, though not perhaps in the way that people might want to hear,”
Tom Felton, Beyond the Wand
“That isn’t to say there’s never been a spark between us. There most definitely has, only at different times.”
Tom Felton, Beyond the Wand
He further clarified,
“I don’t think I was ever in love with Emma,”
Tom Felton, Beyond the Wand
“but I loved and admired her as a person in a way that I could never explain to anybody else.”
Tom Felton, Beyond the Wand
The two have remained friends, continuing to support each other’s endeavors.
Bonnie Wright’s Creative Ventures and Advocacy
Bonnie Wright began as ten-year-old Ginny Weasley and grew alongside her character, eventually becoming Harry’s love interest. After the films, Wright graduated from London College of Communication and established the production company BonBonLumière. She acted in projects including After the Dark and Who Killed Nelson Nutmeg? and found a new calling in writing and directing short films, such as Separate We Come, Separate We Go with David Thewlis and Know Thyself featuring Christian Coulson. Her later projects include Medusa’s Ankles, starring Jason Isaacs.
Wright seems to have stepped back from film acting, with her last credited movie being 2018’s A Christmas Carol. She published her book Go Gently in 2021, which encouraged climate activism among readers. Wright has also taken part in Harry Potter reunions, one notably in 2019 with Watson, Felton, Lewis, and Evanna Lynch, marking milestones with meaningful connections to the cast. She married Andrew Lococo in March 2022, and they welcomed a son named Elio in September 2023.
A Look at the Phelps Twins’ Unique Careers
James and Oliver Phelps embodied the Weasley twins, Fred and George, as Hogwarts’ pranksters, and have kept their on-screen partnership going. The brothers acted together in projects such as Our Own Worst Enemy and Last Night in Soho, while James also appeared in Patchwork and Cadia: The World Within. Diversifying into media, they hosted the podcast Normal Not Normal and the cooking competition show Harry Potter: Wizards of Baking.
In their personal lives, Oliver Phelps married Katie Humpage in 2015, having two daughters, whereas James exchanged vows with Annika Ostle the following year. Their ongoing projects and public appearances continue to delight fans and showcase their lasting bond as brothers on and off-screen.
Alfred Enoch: From Hogwarts to Legal Dramas
Alfred Enoch forged his acting path after playing Gryffindor Dean Thomas. Enoch pursued theater in England before landing a prominent television role on How to Get Away With Murder, where he played law student Wes through multiple seasons. He later appeared in Foundation, The Couple Next Door, Miss Austen, Broadchurch, and Sherlock, broadening his credits. A graduate of The Queen’s College, Oxford, Enoch maintains a respected place among his generation of actors.
Christian Coulson: From Tom Riddle to Diverse Roles
Christian Coulson was cast as Tom Riddle in Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets at age 23, despite the role’s original age requirements. Coulson’s post-Potter work includes roles in Nashville as Damien George, Mozart in the Jungle as Sebastian, High Fidelity as Benjamin, and Blood Brothers: Civil War as Peter, showing his consistent presence across screen and stage.
Katie Leung’s Candid Reflections and Expanding Career
Katie Leung, who beat out 3,000 candidates for the role of Cho Chang, spoke out about facing racism and online hatred following her casting.
“I was like, Googling myself at one point and I was on this website which was dedicated to kind of Harry Potter fandom and I remember reading all the comments. It was a lot of racist s–t,”
Katie Leung, Chinese Chippy Girl podcast 2021
“And then somebody had actually created a website, a hate site—it was like, if you disagree with this casting, then click on this button and then it would just be like a count of how many people disagreed with the casting and you would just see a number…I know, it’s awful. It’s so awful.”
Katie Leung, Chinese Chippy Girl podcast 2021
Undeterred, Leung honed her craft through theater and TV in the UK, with roles in White Dragon, Chimerica, The Nest, Nightsleeper, Annika, The Peripheral, and The Foreigner. She also voiced Caitlyn in the animated series Arcane. Leung became a mother in December 2022, announcing the birth of her son Wolf.
Robert Pattinson’s Ascent from Hogwarts to Hollywood Blockbusters
Robert Pattinson, who portrayed Cedric Diggory in the fourth Harry Potter film, quickly moved towards his breakout role as Edward Cullen in The Twilight Saga. His subsequent choices included gritty, independent films like Maps to the Stars, Cosmopolis, The Rover, Good Time, and The Lighthouse. Returning to blockbuster cinema, Pattinson starred as the titular DC superhero in 2022’s The Batman, expanding his reach in Hollywood.
His personal life has also caught attention, including his relationship with model and actress Suki Waterhouse, with whom he welcomed a child in March 2024, following an engagement in December 2023. Pattinson’s dynamic path reflects his desire to challenge expectations and take on varied roles.
Clémence Poésy: International Projects and Personal Reflections
Clémence Poésy, who played Fleur Delacour from Beauxbatons Academy, went on to a thriving international career. She starred in productions such as Gossip Girl, the dark comedy In Bruges, crime series The Tunnel, National Geographic Channel’s Genius: Picasso, and roles in films like Tenant, The Essex Serpent, and The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon. The French actress has openly discussed how motherhood influenced her perspective.
“I was thinking today how much it’s made me closer to women, somehow; closer to women in the centuries before, the whole clinical aspect of being pregnant and then becoming a mum and giving birth, it makes you think a lot,”
Clémence Poésy, The Guardian
“It’s made my admiration for women even stronger.”
Clémence Poésy, The Guardian
Evanna Lynch: Navigating Fame and Championing New Causes
Evanna Lynch made Luna Lovegood iconic for her uniqueness and heart, though she later described the paradox of leaving a massive film series and grappling with less recognition in everyday life.
“It was just weird because we were getting all this fan mail and all this attention,”
Evanna Lynch, Bustle 2019
She broadened her creative output with shorts like Bus Girl and animated projects such as My Freaky Family. Lynch also launched the vegan, cruelty-free beauty subscription Kinder Beauty Box in 2018 and co-hosts the Just Beings podcast.
She finished third on Dancing With the Stars in 2018 and published her first book, The Opposite of Butterfly Hunting, in 2021. Lynch has stayed close to her Harry Potter co-stars, strengthening old friendships at conventions and reunions.
“I think a lot of us have bonded more since the films,”
Evanna Lynch, Bustle 2019
“Just because we’re older and we’re adults now. Say, for example, I hung out with the twins this weekend, James and Oliver [Phelps]. And I didn’t talk to them much on the films because when you’re 14 and whatever, they’re 18 or 19, it seems like such a giant age gap. When you’re adults it doesn’t seem that much.”
Evanna Lynch, Bustle 2019
Josh Herdman: From Slytherin to New Challenges
Josh Herdman, once known as Draco’s loyal sidekick Goyle, has made significant strides in acting and other pursuits. He appeared in Marcella, Robin Hood (2018), Murder at White House Farm, and the spy series Alex Rider, later joining the Disney+ series Andor and in the film No Way Home. Aside from acting, Herdman began a career in MMA fighting in 2016 and married Jessica Herdman in 2023, with whom he shares two children.
Harry Melling’s Versatile Transformation After Potter
Harry Melling, who played troublesome cousin Dudley Dursley, underwent such a dramatic physical transformation that he was almost recast for the final Potter films and retained his role with the help of prosthetics. Melling has since built a robust stage and screen career, with performances in The Lost City of Z, The Ballad of Buster Scruggs, His Dark Materials, and as Malcolm in Joel Coen’s The Tragedy of Macbeth alongside Frances McDormand and Denzel Washington. Notably, he appeared as Harry Beltik in The Queen’s Gambit and starred with Charlize Theron in The Old Guard. His continued success in works such as Wolf Hall, Harvest, and Shoshana demonstrate his steady presence in the industry.
The Ongoing Legacy and Influence of the Harry Potter Cast
The Daniel Radcliffe Harry Potter reunion between Radcliffe and Tom Felton highlights not only the strong personal bonds formed during the franchise but also the diverse directions the cast’s careers have taken. As their journeys unfold on stage, screen, and in varied creative and personal endeavors, the shared legacy of Hogwarts continues to inspire millions. New Broadway performances, innovative business ventures, and emotional reflections on the impact of their roles reveal the layered, complex experiences behind the beloved franchise’s stars. With each new project or public appearance, the magic of this world remains alive, promising future moments of reconnection, nostalgia, and influence for fans and fellow actors alike.
