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MovieHarry Potter (1991–1998)
Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone
16 Nov 2001 · 2h 32m
An orphan raised in a cupboard learns on his eleventh birthday that he is a wizard, and at Hogwarts discovers both his famous past and a plot to steal a stone that grants immortality.
Released as Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone in the US; same film. UK streaming changed repeatedly in 2026 (left Netflix 1 Jan; HBO Max UK launched 26 Mar; ITVX deal announced Jul). Check ITVX, HBO Max and Sky Cinema/NOW; always rentable digitally.
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Where Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone fits
UniverseWizarding World
SectionHarry Potter (1991–1998)
Release order#1 of 12, the first one
Chronological order#4, after Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore and before Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets
Timeline noteHarry's first year at Hogwarts, 1991–92.
Where to watch (UK)Varies by region
Watch time2h 32m
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Around it in release order
- 1Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone2001
- 2Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets2002
- 3Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban2004
- 4Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire2005