Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone (2001)
Movie 2h 32m ★ 7.9/10 United Kingdom
Good for tonight if you want to: pure adrenaline, blow my mind
Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone is an adventure and fantasy movie from 2001. It is directed by Chris Columbus. The cast includes John Hurt, Maggie Smith and Matthew Lewis. The running time is 2h 32m. Audiences give it a strong score of 7.9 out of 10.
PG Family friendly. Rating from US classification.
Let the magic begin.
70Tonight Score Very well rated, long, so plan the evening.
Part of Harry Potter Collection: watch in order
Synopsis
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.
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Cast & crew
- Chris ColumbusDirector
- John Hurtas Mr. Ollivander
- Maggie Smithas Minerva McGonagall
- Matthew Lewisas Neville Longbottom
- Fiona Shawas Petunia Dursley
- David Bradleyas Argus Filch
- Ian Hartas Quirinus Quirrell
- Richard Harrisas Albus Dumbledore
- Richard Griffithsas Vernon Dursley
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Questions about Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone
- What genre is Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone?
- Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone is categorised as Adventure, Fantasy.
- Who stars in Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone?
- John Hurt, Maggie Smith, Matthew Lewis, Fiona Shaw, David Bradley appear in the main cast.
- Who directed Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone?
- Chris Columbus directed Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone.
- How long is Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone?
- Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone runs for 2h 32m (152 minutes).
- Is Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone worth watching?
- It holds an audience score of 7.9/10. Check the similar titles below if you want alternatives in the same style.
- Where can I watch Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone?
- Availability changes by country and over time. Use the "Where to watch" links on this page to see which legal streaming, rental or purchase services currently offer it.
