# Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone (2001) — Celluloid fact sheet

Source: https://celluloidscore.com/movies/harry-potter-and-the-philosophers-stone-2001/
Last reviewed: 2026-07-13

| Field | Value |
|-------|-------|
| Celluloid Score | 76% |
| Critic Score | 81% |
| Audience Score | 82% |
| Metascore | 64/100 |
| Letterboxd | 3.8/5 |
| IMDb | 7.7/10 |
| Director | Chris Columbus |
| Genres | Fantasy, Family |
| Runtime | 152 min |

## Quick answer

Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone (2001) earns a 76% Celluloid Score — Recommended. The franchise starter that introduced a generation to British fantasy filmmaking on a global scale. Metascore 64/100. Directed by Chris Columbus.

## Critics consensus

The franchise starter that introduced a generation to British fantasy filmmaking on a global scale.

## Synopsis

An orphaned boy discovers he is a wizard and enters Hogwarts School, where friendship, magic, and a dark destiny await him.

## Cast

Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, Rupert Grint

## Critic reviews on Celluloid: 1

## Common questions

**Is Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone worth watching?**
Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone holds a 76% Celluloid Score. The franchise starter that introduced a generation to British fantasy filmmaking on a global scale.

**What is Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone about?**
An orphaned boy discovers he is a wizard and enters Hogwarts School, where friendship, magic, and a dark destiny await him.

**Who directed Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone?**
Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone (2001) was directed by Chris Columbus.

**What is the Celluloid Score of Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone?**
76% — the average of five public sources: critics 81%, audience 82%, Metascore 64/100, Letterboxd 3.8/5, and IMDb 7.7/10.

**Where can I watch Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone?**
Streaming availability varies by region — see the Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone page for current options.

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