Movie poster for Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone
TMDb Rating
7.9/10

29,016 verified votes

Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone (2001)

AdventureFantasy
152 min

"Let the magic begin."

Plot Summary

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.

Director

Chris Columbus

Top Cast

Daniel RadcliffeRupert GrintEmma WatsonRichard HarrisTom Felton

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