Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone(2001)

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Synopsis

Harry Potter has learned to live with his bullying Uncle Vernon, his callous Aunt Petunia and the constant whining of his greedy, spoiled cousin Dudley. He's even learned to live with sleeping in the cupboard under the stairs. Harry's relatives have just as reluctantly learned to live with the unwelcome presence of their orphaned relation, a constant reminder of Petunia's "wayward" sister and brother-in-law and their mysterious and untimely demise. Even the impending arrival of his 11th birthday offers no excitement for Harry--as usual, there's little chance of cards, presents or any kind of birthday treat. This year, however, is different. On his 11th birthday, Harry learns that he is the orphaned son of two powerful wizards and possesses unique magical powers of his own. Invited to attend Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, Harry embarks on the adventure of a lifetime. At Hogwarts, he finds the home and family he has never had.
Harry Potter has learned to live with his bullying Uncle Vernon, his callous Aunt Petunia and the constant whining of his greedy, spoiled cousin Dudley. He's even learned to live with sleeping in the cupboard under the stairs. Harry's …
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In Theaters

  • November 16, 2001

MPAA Rating

PG (for some scary moments / mild language)

Genres

Family, Action/Adventure, Sci-Fi/Fantasy, Adaptation

Run Time

2 hours 32 minutes

Distributors

Warner Bros. Pictures Distribution

Box Office

$317,557,888

Directors

Chris Columbus

Director

Robert Legato

2nd unit director (2nd Unit)

CAST

Daniel Radcliffe

Harry Potter

Emma Watson

Hermione Granger

Rupert Grint

Ron Weasley

John Cleese

Nearly Headless Nick

Richard Griffiths

Uncle Vernon Dursley

Richard Harris

Professor Albus Dumbledore
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