<P> A year later, Grint again starred as Ron in Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (2002), the second installment of the series . The film opened to positive reviews and critics generally enjoyed the lead actors' performances . Both Los Angeles Times and New York Magazine observed that Grint and his peers had matured between films, with the latter pointing out that Grint had become "more proficient" and said they missed "the amateurish ardour" the actor and Watson carried in Philosopher's Stone . Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban (2004) was released on 31 May in the UK . The film sees all three of its lead characters hover on the brink of adolescence, "and while they look braver and more capable than before, the dangers they face seem far more grave and their own vulnerability more intense ." Academy Award - nominee Alfonso Cuarón took over direction for Prisoner of Azkaban which remains the lowest - grossing Harry Potter film with US $795 million in revenue . Nonetheless it was the second highest - grossing movie of 2004 behind Shrek 2 . Despite this it remains the second highest rated in the series in terms of critical reaction . </P> <P> In 2005, Grint reprised his role again for the fourth film in the series--Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire . The adaptation, unlike previous films, explored romantic elements and included more humour . In a 2005 interview with IGN, all three lead actors singled out the humour as being a reason for the film's success . This project was directed by Mike Newell . According to the actor, the director was "really loud and not afraid to swear at you, but he was really cool ." Goblet of Fire stands as one of the best reviewed instalments within the series, and is noted for the maturity and sophistication of its characters, darker and more complex plotline, writing and performances of the lead actors . Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, the fifth film in the Harry Potter franchise, was released to cinemas in 2007 . A huge financial success, Order of the Phoenix set a record worldwide opening - weekend gross of US $394 million, superseding Spider - Man 3 as the title holder . This entry was directed by a new filmmaker, David Yates, who would continue to direct all of the following movies . Grint said the laid back director was "really good" and helped keep the material fresh . As the fame of the actor and the series continued, Grint and fellow Harry Potter cast members left imprints of their hands, feet and wands in front of Grauman's Chinese Theater in Hollywood . </P> <P> On 15 July 2009, the series's sixth instalment, Harry Potter and the Half - Blood Prince, was released . It did considerably better financially than the previous film, again setting new box office records . In its total theatrical run, Half - Blood Prince totalled in US $933 million ticket sales . Also, Half - Blood Prince remains one of the most positively reviewed entries within the series among film critics, who praised the film's "emotionally satisfying" story, direction, cinematography, visuals and music . Grint observed a change in Ron in this entry, pointing out that his once insecure, often overshadowed character started to become more secure and even began to show a dark side of himself . The actor found it fun to personify a more emotional Ron . Between 2009 and 2010, his work received three nominations, including one win--an Otto Award from the German magazine Bravo . </P> <P> Despite the success of the past films, the future of the franchise was put into question as all three lead actors were unsure about signing on to continue their roles for the final two films . However, by March 2007, Grint agreed to return for the last instalments . For financial and scripting reasons, the last book was divided into two films which were shot back to back, with filming concluding in June 2010 . After completing the final film he said: "I mean it literally has been my childhood and suddenly it all came down to really just one random scene, with us jumping through a fireplace, and then it was over . (...) But because you shoot out of sequence, it's often just' Turn left, cross the room, okay, that's a wrap .' And you're done . (...) Yeah, it's very odd . Because suddenly it was all over, just like that . It was really emotional for all of us, realising that we're never going to be doing this again . </P>

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