Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone (2001) — The Magic Begins
Discover the magic of Hogwarts in the first Harry Potter film, directed by Chris Columbus and adapted from J. K. Rowling's beloved novel. This fantasy adventure celebrates friendship, courage and the discovery of a world beyond the ordinary.
Detailed Story
On his eleventh birthday, orphaned Harry Potter learns from the giant Hagrid that he is a wizard. Leaving his unhappy life with the Dursleys, Harry enters Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, where he meets loyal Ron Weasley and clever Hermione Granger. The friends attend magical classes, learn to fly broomsticks and explore a castle full of secrets. When they discover that someone may be attempting to steal the legendary Sorcerer's Stone, they follow a trail of clues involving a three-headed dog, a mysterious professor and the dark wizard Voldemort. Their investigation leads to a series of dangerous magical trials that test their friendship and bravery.
Cast & Characters
- Daniel Radcliffe — Harry Potter
- Rupert Grint — Ron Weasley
- Emma Watson — Hermione Granger
- Richard Harris — Albus Dumbledore
- Maggie Smith — Minerva McGonagall
- Robbie Coltrane — Rubeus Hagrid
- Alan Rickman — Severus Snape
- Ian Hart — Professor Quirrell
- Tom Felton — Draco Malfoy
- Matthew Lewis — Neville Longbottom
- Richard Griffiths — Vernon Dursley
- Fiona Shaw — Petunia Dursley
- Harry Melling — Dudley Dursley
- John Cleese — Nearly Headless Nick
- Warwick Davis — Professor Flitwick / Griphook
- Julie Walters — Molly Weasley
- Bonnie Wright — Ginny Weasley
- John Hurt — Ollivander
Movie Information
Year: 2001; Director: Chris Columbus; Writer: Steve Kloves, based on J. K. Rowling's novel; Studio: Warner Bros.; Genre: Fantasy / Adventure / Family; Rating: PG; Runtime: approximately 152 minutes.
Edition
Special Widescreen Edition DVD, New. Check case for specific bonus materials.