Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone

2001

2h 32m

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7.9/10

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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.

Directors

Chris Columbus

Writers

Steve Kloves(screenplay by)

J.K. Rowling(novel by)

Stars

Daniel Radcliffe

Rupert Grint

Emma Watson

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Harry Potter

Ron Weasley

Hermione Granger

Albus Dumbledore

Draco Malfoy

Severus Snape

Rubeus Hagrid

Minerva McGonagall

Vernon Dursley

Quirinus Quirrell

Petunia Dursley

Mr. Ollivander

Argus Filch

Neville Longbottom

Oliver Wood

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Dudley Dursley

Fred Weasley

Directors

Chris Columbus

Writers

Steve Kloves(screenplay by)

J.K. Rowling(novel by)

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7/10

It is impossible to imagine a world now, in 2020, that does not include these characters from the fantastically creative imagination of JK Rowling. That she worked closely with Chris Columbus in the creation of this adaptation of her introductory story featuring the boy-wizard means it stays broadly faithful to the book but allows the imagery to replace, rather than duplicate, the narrative. Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint and Emma Watson validate the best in the casting director's art as we set off on this wonderfully enjoyable fantasy adventure. The supporting cast - Richard Harris, Robbie Coltrane, Julie Walters, Zoë Wanamaker et al all add richness to this as young "Mr. Potter" and is friends begin to realise their magical potential. John Williams works his wonders creating a score almost as recognisable as his "Star Wars" theme and the special effects are gentle, yet sophisticated. It is a bit on the lengthy side, and some of the adaptation sacrifices a little of the humour from the book - but all in all a movie to stand the tests of time.

Geronimo196702 Sep, 2023