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Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone

  • 20012001
  • PGPG
  • 2h 32m
IMDb RATING
7.6/10
801K
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Robbie Coltrane, Warwick Davis, Richard Harris, Rupert Grint, Daniel Radcliffe, and Emma Watson in Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone (2001)
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An orphaned boy enrolls in a school of wizardry, where he learns the truth about himself, his family and the terrible evil that haunts the magical world.An orphaned boy enrolls in a school of wizardry, where he learns the truth about himself, his family and the terrible evil that haunts the magical world.An orphaned boy enrolls in a school of wizardry, where he learns the truth about himself, his family and the terrible evil that haunts the magical world.
IMDb RATING
7.6/10
801K
YOUR RATING
POPULARITY
90
14
  • Director
    • Chris Columbus
  • Writers
    • J.K. Rowling(novel)
    • Steve Kloves(screenplay)
  • Stars
    • Daniel Radcliffe
    • Rupert Grint
    • Richard Harris
  • Director
    • Chris Columbus
  • Writers
    • J.K. Rowling(novel)
    • Steve Kloves(screenplay)
  • Stars
    • Daniel Radcliffe
    • Rupert Grint
    • Richard Harris
  • See production, box office & company info
    • 1.9KUser reviews
    • 283Critic reviews
    • 65Metascore
  • See more at IMDbPro
    • Nominated for 3 Oscars
      • 18 wins & 69 nominations total

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    Matthew Lewis and Emma Watson in Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone (2001)
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    Daniel Radcliffe in Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone (2001)
    Daniel Radcliffe in Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone (2001)
    Rupert Grint, Matthew Lewis, Daniel Radcliffe, Zoë Wanamaker, and Emma Watson in Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone (2001)
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    Richard Harris as Professor Dumbledore
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    Maggie Smith as Professor McGonigal
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    Top cast

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    Daniel Radcliffe
    Daniel Radcliffe
    • Harry Potter
    Rupert Grint
    Rupert Grint
    • Ron Weasley
    Richard Harris
    Richard Harris
    • Albus Dumbledore
    Maggie Smith
    Maggie Smith
    • Professor McGonagall
    Robbie Coltrane
    Robbie Coltrane
    • Hagrid
    Saunders Triplets
    Saunders Triplets
    • Baby Harry Potter
    Fiona Shaw
    Fiona Shaw
    • Aunt Petunia Dursley
    Harry Melling
    Harry Melling
    • Dudley Dursley
    Richard Griffiths
    Richard Griffiths
    • Uncle Vernon Dursley
    Derek Deadman
    Derek Deadman
    • Bartender in Leaky Cauldron
    Ian Hart
    Ian Hart
    • Professor Quirrell
    Ben Borowiecki
    Ben Borowiecki
    • Diagon Alley Boy
    Warwick Davis
    Warwick Davis
    • Goblin Bank Teller…
    Verne Troyer
    Verne Troyer
    • Griphook
    • (as Vern Troyer)
    John Hurt
    John Hurt
    • Mr. Ollivander
    Richard Bremmer
    Richard Bremmer
    • He Who Must Not Be Named
    Geraldine Somerville
    Geraldine Somerville
    • Lily Potter
    Harry Taylor
    • Station Guard
    • Director
      • Chris Columbus
    • Writers
      • J.K. Rowling(novel)
      • Steve Kloves(screenplay)
    • All cast & crew
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    Storyline

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    Did you know

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    • Trivia
      Alan Rickman was hand picked to play Snape by J.K. Rowling, and received special instructions from her about character. Rowling even provided him with vital details of Snape's backstory, not revealed until the final novel.
    • Goofs
      (at around 1h 11 mins) When Harry is upside down with the troll holding him by his legs, his hair is pointing to the floor and his scar is no where to be seen on his forehead.
    • Quotes

      Dumbledore: It does not do to dwell on dreams, Harry, and forget to live.

    • Crazy credits
      Richard Bremmer (the face and voice of Lord Voldemort) is credited as "He Who Must Not Be Named", Lord Voldemort's title.
    • Alternate versions
      There is an extended cut of the film running about 159 minutes vs the theatrical version runs 152 minutes. It was first shown on TV networks (ABC in the US, several international broadcasts had the same extended showing) in 2004. The 2009 Ultimate Edition DVD/Blu-ray release includes this cut as well. The deleted scenes added back into the movie are:
      • Dudley's Uniform: Aunt Petunia dyes Dudley's old uniform gray so Harry could use it as his school uniform (before Harry receives the letter from Hogwarts.)
      • Cracking Eggs: Aunt Petunia opens egg cartons and cracks them, discovering rolled up letters from Hogwarts addressed to Harry.
      • On the train: Hagrid and Harry take the train to London, and Hagrid reveals his love for dragons.
      • Snape's Class: An extended version of Snape's potions class.
      • Finding Flamel: Harry, Ron, and Hermione discover Nicholas Flamel's name in a wizard card while looking for a counter curse for Neville's leg locker curse.
      • Harry's Meditation: Harry and Ron discuss the Mirror of Erised.
    • Connections
      Edited into 5 Second Movies: Harry Potter (2008)

    User reviews1.9K

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    Alohomora - of the magical world...
    I watched this movie first time when I was left with no choice. My expectations were extremely low as I always wondered if Harry Potter books were over-hyped. How-ever after watching the movie it did make me a Harry Potter movie fan. And needless to say - this continues to remain my favourite of HP series. That brings to a point here.... the effect of expectations over a movie. True, expectations reduce joy.

    Without going into the story I would certainly say Chris Columbus churns out a perfect pot-pourri of emotions, suspense and magic, delivering something appealing to all ages.

    Every character brought to life on screen has done justice and leave an impression on you. Particularly notable performances by Emma Watson and Alan Rickman.

    CGI are in plenty and made good of. The Quedditch game is picturised amazingly. The wizard's chess is treat to eyes.

    Let's hope that the forthcoming HP series carries the similar magical touch.
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    • Dec 17, 2004

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    Details

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    • Release date
      • November 16, 2001 (United States)
    • Countries of origin
      • United Kingdom
      • United States
    • Official sites
      • Ebook Harry Potter
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    • Languages
      • English
      • Latin
    • Also known as
      • Harry Potter
    • Filming locations
      • Alnwick Castle, Alnwick, Northumberland, England, UK(broomstick flying lessons; Ron insults Hermione; Harry complaining that his scar keeps hurting)
    • Production companies
      • Warner Bros.
      • Heyday Films
      • 1492 Pictures
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    Box office

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    • Budget
      • $125,000,000 (estimated)
    • Gross US & Canada
      • $318,886,962
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $90,294,621
      • Nov 18, 2001
    • Gross worldwide
      • $1,023,842,938
    See detailed box office info on IMDbPro

    Technical specs

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    • Runtime
      2 hours 32 minutes
    • Sound mix
      • DTS-ES
      • Dolby Digital EX
      • 12-Track Digital Sound
      • IMAX 6-Track
    • Aspect ratio
      • 2.39 : 1

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