Ahh, the magic begins. Harry Potter is an Orphan who on his eleventh birthday discovers he's a wizard and is called to term at Hogwarts School. But Harry is soon to find out that his past, and his destiny, is a truly remarkable, magical, and terrifying thing. Harry Potter And The Philosopher's Stone arrived in a…
7.9/10Adventure · Fantasy
Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone
“Let the magic begin.”
- 2001
- 2h 32m
- PG
- EN
- Released
The story
What Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone is about
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.
Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone is an adventure and fantasy film from 2001, directed by Chris Columbus. It runs 2h 32m and is rated PG in the US. It was produced by Warner Bros. Pictures, Heyday Films and 1492 Pictures, with production in United Kingdom, United States of America.
The main cast is led by Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint, Emma Watson, Richard Harris. The screenplay was written by Steve Kloves. Reported worldwide gross stands at $1029.4M.
Why it matters: Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone currently holds 7.9/10 from 30560 TMDB user ratings and has taken $1029.4M worldwide against a $125.0M budget. Figures move as more ratings and box-office updates arrive.
Editor’s note
Should you watch Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone?
Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone is best suited to a big-screen journey. At 2h 32m, it is a long sitting, so plan the evening around it. The draw is Daniel Radcliffe and Rupert Grint, directed by Chris Columbus.
With 30,560 TMDB ratings averaging 7.9/10, this is one of the most widely seen titles in our library, so the score is a reliable signal.
TMDB tags the film with themes including witch, school friend, friendship and london, england.
The US certification is PG: suitable for most viewers, with some parental guidance for younger children.
If you like this, try The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King or The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers.
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Who is in it
Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone cast
Daniel RadcliffeHarry Potter
Rupert GrintRon Weasley
Emma WatsonHermione Granger
Richard HarrisAlbus Dumbledore
Tom FeltonDraco Malfoy
Alan RickmanSeverus Snape
Robbie ColtraneHagrid
Maggie SmithProfessor McGonagall
Richard GriffithsUncle Vernon Dursley
Ian HartProfessor Quirrell / Voldemort (voice)
Fiona ShawAunt Petunia Dursley
John HurtMr OllivanderCharacter names follow the film's credits. Open a name to see that person's other work on MovieState.
Behind the camera
Direction and crew
DirectorChris Columbus
WritersSteve Kloves
ProducersDavid Heyman
MusicJohn Williams
CinematographyJohn Seale
EditingRichard Francis-Bruce
Audience reaction
Ratings and reviews
7.9/1030560 ratings
Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone sits at 7.9 out of 10 from 30560 user ratings. For context, the film's worldwide gross is $1029.4M.
Scores show TMDB user ratings at the time of publishing and shift as new votes arrive.
Alright first lets start with my problems with this movie. Some of the effects do not hold up and that can take away from the magic or suspense. The child actors are not very good at acting in this movie. It is way to easy to nitpick this movie and all the nitpicks can be very distracting. I think the main theme w…
The facts
Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone key details
| Original title | Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone |
|---|---|
| Status | Released |
| Release date | November 14, 2001 |
| Runtime | 2h 32m |
| Certification | PG in United States, PG in United Kingdom, U in India |
| Original language | EN |
| Spoken languages | English |
| Country | United Kingdom, United States of America |
| Budget | $125.0M |
| Worldwide gross | $1029.4M |
| Studios | Warner Bros. Pictures, Heyday Films, 1492 Pictures |
| Also known as | Hari Poter i Kamen mudrosti, ہیری پوٹر اور فلسفی کا پتھر, O Chári Póter kai i Filosofikí Líthos |
Release information
Release dates by country
| Country | Date | Cert |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Nov 14, 2001 | PG |
| United Kingdom | Nov 4, 2001 | PG |
| India | Apr 12, 2002 | U |
| Canada | Nov 16, 2001 | PG |
| Australia | Nov 29, 2001 | PG |
| Argentina | Nov 29, 2001 | ATP |
| Austria | Nov 23, 2001 | 6 |
| Belgium | Nov 21, 2001 | 6 |
| Brazil | Nov 23, 2001 | L |
| Bulgaria | Feb 15, 2002 | NR |
Official trailer for Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone, via Harry Potter. Open on YouTube
Quick answers
Frequently asked questions
Who directed Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone?
Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone was directed by Chris Columbus.
Who is in the cast of Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone?
The main cast includes Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint, Emma Watson, Richard Harris, Tom Felton.
How long is Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone?
Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone runs 2h 32m.
When was Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone released?
It was released in the United States on November 14, 2001. Release dates vary by country — see the table above.
What is Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone rated?
Certification depends on the country: PG in United States, PG in United Kingdom, U in India. Always check your local rating before watching with family.
Where can I watch Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone online?
Availability changes by region and by week. The table above lists the streaming, rental and purchase services reported for major markets. Check the provider page for today's price and quality.
Can I watch Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone in HD or 4K?
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How much did Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone earn?
Reported worldwide gross is $1029.4M against a budget of $125.0M. Box office figures update over time.
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At a glance: Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone runs 2h 32m, opened in US cinemas on November 14, 2001, has 51 licensed options across 5 regions tracked here.