Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone (Two-Disc Special Edition) (Harry Potter 1) (2001)

Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone (Two-Disc Special Edition) (Harry Potter 1) (2001)



Editorial Reviews
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Here's an event movie that holds up to being an event. This filmed version of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone, adapted from the wildly popular book by J.K. Rowling, stunningly brings to life Harry Potter's world of Hogwarts, the school for young witches and wizards. The greatest strength of the film comes from its faithfulness to the novel, and this new cinematic world is filled with all the details of Rowling's imagination, thanks to exuberant sets, elaborate costumes, clever makeup and visual effects, and a crème de la crème cast, including Maggie Smith, Richard Harris, Alan Rickman, and more. Especially fine is the interplay between Harry (Daniel Radcliffe) and his schoolmates Ron (Rupert Grint) and Hermione (Emma Watson), as well as his protector, the looming Hagrid (Robbie Coltrane). The second-half adventure--involving the titular sorcerer's stone--doesn't translate perfectly from page to screen, ultimately because of the film's fidelity to the novel; this is a case of making a movie for the book's fans, as opposed to a transcending film. Writer Steve Kloves and director Chris Columbus keep the spooks in check, making this a true family film, and with its resourceful hero wide-eyed and ready, one can't wait for Harry's return. Ages 8 and up. --Doug Thomas

Product Description
The beloved book about a young wizard named Harry became a huge hit as a big screen feature and now makes its debut as deluxe DVD. In the film Daniel Radcliffe portrays the young orphan who gets invited to attend the exclusive Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, after years of living with his horrible aunt and uncle. At school he discovers his true heritage as the son of a witch and wizard, and faces a daunting force of evil. Get ready for fun, adventure, and action with Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone.

Special Features Include:
  • Never-before-seen-footage.
  • A 360 degree tour of Hogwarts controlled by the viewer's remote.
  • New interviews with the director and producer.
  • Learn how to play Quidditch.
  • Catch a Snitch with your remote.
  • Have a wand choose you at Ollivander's Wands.
  • Meet the ghosts who live at Hogwarts.
  • Cast a spell over a scene in eight languages.
  • Create potions.
  • Face challenges to reveal the secret in the Mirror of Erised.
  • Transfigure objects.

    DVD ROM Includes:
  • Get sorted by the Sorting hat.
  • Collect wizard trading card.
  • Receive owl emails.
  • Lots of game demos...and more!

    System Requirements:
    Starring: Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, Rupert Grint, Richard Harris, and John Cleese.
    Directed By: Chris Columbus.
    Running Time: 152 Min., Color.
    This film is presented in "Widescreen" format.
    Copyright 2002 Warner Home Video.

    Format: DVD MOVIE
  • Copyright © Harry Potter .