Close icon Two crossed lines that form an 'X'. It indicates a way to close an interaction, or dismiss a notification. Emma Watson is known for her role in the "Harry Potter" franchise." Warner Bros.; Evan Agostini/Invision/AP Emma Watson's agent told Daily Mail her career is "dormant" and she's "not taking on new commitments." The comments led fans to speculate that Watson is retiring from acting. Entertainment Weekly has since reported that's not the case, however. Emma Watson's fans are praising her acting performances after her agent said that her career is "dormant." Chatter about her speculated retirement began after Daily Mail published an article in which her agent said that her career is on pause and that Watson "is not taking on new commitments."