Film · 2001 · PG · 2h 32m · Adventure, Fantasy
Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone
Chris Columbus
Let the magic begin.
Seen · Aug 31, 2025
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.
Reception
- Critics
- 80%
- Audience
- 82%
Critics said it translates the book closely and with energy, and praised the sets and design that bring the magical world to life. The objections were that it sticks so tightly to the source that pacing sags, and that the young cast's acting is uneven.
Sources: Rotten Tomatoes
Box office
- Budget
- $125M
- Domestic
- $320M
- Worldwide
- $1.03B
Source: Box Office Mojo, as of Sep 30
Cast
Crew
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