Overview
Harry Potter has lived under the stairs at his aunt and uncle's house his whole life. But on his 11th birthday, he learns he's a powerful wizard—with a place waiting for him at the Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. As he learns to harness his newfound powers with the help of the school's kindly headmaster, Harry uncovers the truth about his parents' deaths—and about the villain who's to blame.
MovieMagicScore Overview
Auto-generatedChris Columbus's 2001 fantasy adventure introduces an orphaned boy who discovers on his eleventh birthday that he is a wizard with a place at a hidden school of magic. As he learns to use his abilities and forms close friendships, he begins uncovering the truth about his parents and the dark figure tied to their fate. Whimsical yet adventurous, the film blends wonder, mystery, and coming-of-age warmth. With a MagicMovieScore of 7.9, it's an ideal gateway for families and fantasy lovers seeking an enchanting, imaginative world full of discovery, courage, and the magic of belonging.
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Top Cast
Daniel Radcliffe
Harry Potter
Rupert Grint
Ron Weasley
Emma Watson
Hermione Granger
Richard Harris
Albus Dumbledore
Tom Felton
Draco Malfoy
Alan Rickman
Severus Snape
Robbie Coltrane
Rubeus Hagrid
Maggie Smith
Minerva McGonagall
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Movie Info
Release Date
November 16, 2001
Runtime
2h 32m
Rating
PG
Genres
Adventure, Fantasy
Director