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Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone (2001)
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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.
Cast
Daniel Radcliffeas Harry Potter
Rupert Grintas Ron Weasley
Emma Watsonas Hermione Granger
Richard Harrisas Albus Dumbledore
Tom Feltonas Draco Malfoy
Alan Rickmanas Severus Snape
Robbie Coltraneas Hagrid
Maggie Smithas Professor McGonagall
Richard Griffithsas Uncle Vernon Dursley
Ian Hartas Professor Quirrell / Voldemort (voice)
Fiona Shawas Aunt Petunia Dursley
John Hurtas Mr Ollivander
David Bradleyas Mr Filch
Matthew Lewisas Neville Longbottom
Facts
| Release date | November 16, 2001 |
| Runtime | 152 min (2h 32m) — longer as the 2001 average of 111 min |
| Genres | Fantasy, Adventure |
| Language | EN |
| Budget | $125,000,000 |
| Box office | $1,029,374,615 (8.2× budget) |
| IMDb | tt0241527 |
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Questions
How long is Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone?
Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone runs 152 minutes (2h 32m), which is long for a fantasy — plan for it.
Is Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.9/10 across 30,189 votes, which places it #3 of 148 films released in 2001 in this index (top 99%) and #57 among 1079 fantasy titles.
Who directed Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone?
Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone was directed by Chris Columbus. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (2002), Home Alone (1990), Bicentennial Man (1999).
Who stars in Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone?
Daniel Radcliffe as Harry Potter; Rupert Grint as Ron Weasley; Emma Watson as Hermione Granger; Richard Harris as Albus Dumbledore; Tom Felton as Draco Malfoy; Alan Rickman as Severus Snape.
What is Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone rated?
It carries a pg certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/90.