Theater Release Date: 2001 Format: Widescreen Length: 152 minutes Distributor: Warner Home Video DVD Release Date: 05/28/2002 Director: Chris Columbus Cast: Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint, Emma Watson, Robbie Coltrane, Alan Rickman, Richard Harris, John Cleese, Julie Walters, Maggie Smith, John Hurt, Tom Felton, Warwick Davis, Zoe Wanamaker
Plot: American director Chris Columbus (Home Alone) brings the magic of British author J.K. Rowling's beloved best-selling fantasy novel to life in Harry Potter And The Sorcerer'S Stone. Eleven-year-old orphan Harry Potter (Daniel Radcliffe) finds his world turned upside down when he discovers that, like his deceased parents, he is a wizard and has been accepted to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. With fellow first-year students Hermione Granger (Emma Watson) and Ron Weasley (Rupert Grint) by his side, Harry's adventures begin in the rambling castle that is Hogwarts. Vivid special effects make Hogwarts' magic a reality with paintings that come alive, staircases that move themselves, friendly ghosts, and fast-paced Quidditch (the school sport) matches in which students zoom around on their flying brooms. Mixed in with the miracles of Hogwarts are its dark hidden chambers and secrets, which Harry and his friends encounter as they embark on a quest to keep a treasured powerful object from falling into the wrong hands. Staying true to the book with this film adaptation, Columbus follows Rowling's story to the tiniest detail, making it a special treat for readers who were smitten with the novel. Radcliffe is especially engaging as Harry, infusing him with a believable sense of wonderment. The star-studded cast also includes Richard Harris, Maggie Smith, Alan Rickman, and Robbie Coltrane.
Theater Release Date: 2002 Format: Widescreen; 2-Disc Set Length: 161 minutes Distributor: Warner Home Video DVD Release Date: 04/11/2003 Director: Chris Columbus Cast: Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint, Emma Watson, Robbie Coltrane, Kenneth Branagh, Richard Harris, Maggie Smith, Alan Rickman, Jason Isaacs
Plot: Director Chris Columbus recreates the magic of the second book from author J.K. Rowling's best-selling series about a young wizard, Harry Potter (Daniel Radcliffe). In this sequel, Harry and his friends Hermione Granger (Emma Watson) and Ron Weasley (Rupert Grint) return to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry for the new school year only to be met with a terrifying mystery. An unknown creature, one that supposedly lives in the legendary Chamber of Secrets hidden at Hogwarts, is attacking students in the school, leaving them literally petrified and as cold as stone. Even the professors seem at a loss for how to solve the chilling mystery, leaving it up to Harry and his friends to save the day. Rowling's story translates well to the big screen, with a magical flying car, a giant spider, a house elf named Dobby, and assorted other creatures making their film debuts. Radcliffe continues to charm as the wide-eyed young Potter, and Grint shines as his best friend and sidekick. Kenneth Branagh joins the all-star cast as the preening megalomaniac author and professor, Gilderoy Lockhart. Harry Potter And The Chamber Of Secrets also stars the late Richard Harris, majestic Maggie Smith, and an under-used Alan Rickman.
Theater Release Date: 2004 Format: Widescreen - 2 Disc Set Length: 141 minutes Distributor: Warner Home Video DVD Release Date: 11/23/2004 Director: Alfonso Cuaron Cast: Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, Rupert Grint, David Thewlis, Gary Oldman, Emma Thompson, Michael Gambon, Robbie Coltrane, Maggie Smith, Alan Rickman, Warwick Davis, Miriam Margolyes, David Bradley, Sally Mortemore, Gemma Jones, Timothy Spall, Bonnie Wright, Tom Felton, Julie Walters, Mark Williams, John Cleese, Shirley Henderson, Jason Isaacs, Richard Griffiths, Fiona Shaw
Plot: In this adaptation of the third book in J.K. Rowling's best-selling series, Harry Potter (Danielle Radcliffe) and his best friends Hermoine (Emma Watson) and Ron (Rupert Grint), must face the dangerous convict Sirius Black (Gary Oldman), who has ties with their enemy Lord Voldemort. The spectacular fantasy-adventure action of the earlier movies (Sorcerer'S Stone and Chamber Of Secrets) is once again presented here, as Alfonso Cuaron lends his unique directorial style to recreating Rowling's magical story on celluloid. A scarier, darker story than the first two, this one concerns the mystery behind why Sirius Black is tracking Harry Potter. Slowly Harry and his friends unravel the clues, and learn secrets about Harry's parents that had all along been hidden from him. Meanwhile, because the deranged Sirius poses a threat to all students at Hogwarts, the school enlists a group of daunting black ghosts called Dementors to stand guard. These flying ghouls have a powerful effect on Harry and frighten him to his core. Yet even these chilling obstacles don't dampen the spirits of the youthful wizards, who meet Buckbeak--a giant flying hawk-horse creature, welcome a new dark arts teacher (David Thewlis) and a new divination teacher (Emma Thompson), and are still determined to beat the rival Slytherin team in Quidditch. Harry Potter And The Prisoner Of Azkaban offers a visually stunning interpretation of the revered book, and will thrill viewers with its special effects, it's penetrating John Williams score, and its superb performances.
Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone/ Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets -
Theater Release Date: 2002 Length: N/A minutes Distributor: Warner Home Video DVD Release Date: 05/04/2004 Director: Chris Columbus Cast: Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint, Emma Watson
Plot: Harry Potter And The Sorcerer'S Stone - American director Chris Columbus (Home Alone) brings the magic of British author J.K. Rowling's beloved best-selling fantasy novel to life in Harry Potter And The Sorcerer'S Stone. Eleven-year-old orphan Harry Potter (Daniel Radcliffe) finds his world turned upside down when he discovers that, like his deceased parents, he is a wizard and has been accepted to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. With fellow first-year students Hermione Granger (Emma Watson) and Ron Weasley (Rupert Grint) by his side, Harry's adventures begin in the rambling castle that is Hogwarts. Vivid special effects make Hogwarts' magic a reality with paintings that come alive, staircases that move themselves, friendly ghosts, and fast-paced Quidditch (the school sport) matches in which students zoom around on their flying brooms. Mixed in with the miracles of Hogwarts are its dark hidden chambers and secrets, which Harry and his friends encounter as they embark on a quest to keep a treasured powerful object from falling into the wrong hands. Staying true to the book with this film adaptation, Columbus follows Rowling's story to the tiniest detail, making it a special treat for readers who were smitten with the novel. Radcliffe is especially engaging as Harry, infusing him with a believable sense of wonderment. The star-studded cast also includes Richard Harris, Maggie Smith, Alan Rickman, and Robbie Coltrane. Harry Potter And The Chamber Of Secrets - Director Chris Columbus recreates the magic of the second book from author J.K. Rowling's best-selling series about a young wizard, Harry Potter (Daniel Radcliffe). In this sequel, Harry and his friends Hermione Granger (Emma Watson) and Ron Weasley (Rupert Grint) return to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry for the new school year only to be met with a terrifying mystery. An unknown creature, one that supposedly lives in the legendary Chamber of Secrets hidden at Hogwarts, is attacking students in the school, leaving them literally petrified and as cold as stone. Even the professors seem at a loss for how to solve the chilling mystery, leaving it up to Harry and his friends to save the day. Rowling's story translates well to the big screen, with a magical flying car, a giant spider, a house elf named Dobby, and assorted other creatures making their film debuts. Radcliffe continues to charm as the wide-eyed young Potter, and Grint shines as his best friend and sidekick. Kenneth Branagh joins the all-star cast as the preening megalomaniac author and professor, Gilderoy Lockhart. Harry Potter And The Chamber Of Secrets also stars the late Richard Harris, majestic Maggie Smith, and an under-used Alan Rickman.
Length: N/A minutes Distributor: Warner Home Video DVD Release Date: 11/23/2004 Director: Chris Columbus Cast: Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint, Emma Watson, Robbie Coltrane, Kenneth Branagh, Richard Harris, Maggie Smith, Alan Rickman, John Cleese, Julie Walters, John Hurt, David Thewlis, Gary Oldman
Plot: Containing the first three Harry Potter movies--Harry Potter And The Sorcerer'S Stone, Harry Potter And The Chamber Of Secrets, and Harry Potter And The Prisoner Of Azkaban--this collection contains all the magic of the J.K. Rowling books.
Discovering the Real World of Harry Potter: The Magic Behind the Young Wizard
Length: 72 minutes Distributor: Questar, Inc. DVD Release Date: 02/12/2002
Plot: A documentary based on the the infamous Harry Potter character created by J.K. Rowling. Discover various myths and legends circulating Harry Potter. Filmmakers discuss their take on witches, wizards, Greek Gods, ghosts, and all things mystical. Narrated by Hugh Laurie, this documentary is a must-have for all Harry Potter fans with tidbits of interesting information like where a school like Hogwart is located, and what lies between platform 9 3/4 at King's Cross!
Length: 45 minutes Distributor: Sony Music Distribution DVD Release Date: 03/25/2003
Plot: If you're a Harry Potter fan whose imagination has been captured by the magical wizardry on display in those enchanting tales, then why not take your interest one step further and learn how to become a Wizard! Complete with everything a beginner-Wizard needs to get started, let top instructor Mr. Woo show you how to perform a wide variety of magic tricks!
