Emma Watson Makes Stylish Return to Cannes Film Festival After 12 Years

CANNES, France — Emma Watson made her long-awaited return to the Cannes Film Festival, appearing at the prestigious event for the first time in 12 years. The British actress arrived in the South of France on May 20, 2025, leading up to the festival’s official kickoff on May 13.

Watson, known for her role as Hermione Granger in the Harry Potter series, was spotted at Nice Airport dressed in a stylish Boho chic outfit. She wore a long floral-printed skirt paired with a sleek black shirt-jacket and sunglasses. The 35-year-old actress followed this look with a summery ensemble the next day, stunning onlookers as she arrived at the Palais des Festival wearing a beautiful dress, complemented by a gold-chain purse and dark sunglasses.

This year marks an exciting comeback for Watson, who last graced the Cannes red carpet in 2013 while promoting the Sofia Coppola film “The Bling Ring.” Back then, she turned heads in several glamorous outfits, including a floor-length black-and-white dress.

Although Watson has kept a low profile since her last major film role in the 2019 adaptation of “Little Women,” she recently expressed how grateful she is for the time she’s taken away from acting. In a December 2023 interview, she shared, “I feel like I have my own voice and creative space now.”

Prior to her Cannes appearance, Watson made notable outings including her attendance at the NBA All-Star Celebrity Game in Oakland, California in February 2025. Reports described her as feeling “very low-key” during the event.

As the Cannes Film Festival progresses, fans eagerly await Watson’s bold fashion choices on the red carpet, further marking her return to the cinematic spotlight.