The only way to enjoy this massively popular journey is to start at the beginning.
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Many ratings tend to dip as a series progresses, but not Harry Potter which held out strong until the end. However, that’s not to downplay the other movie’s ratings, which were all around the board very high.
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It’s also the fourth highest grossing movie in the world. The final film in the saga achieved a higher rating than any of the movies before it, earning an incredible 96% on Rotten Tomatoes. This epic series was concluded by “Deathly Hallows – Part 2” in 2011, which sealed this movie’s fate in history. It’s almost impossible to not have heard about Harry Potter! And for good reason too, each release of this series has lived up to the hype, coming under heavy critical review, and each movie consistently coming out on top. Originally adapted from the book series, this franchise has went on to become ingrained in popular culture. Starting in 2001 with “Philosopher’s Stone”, this series has gone on to set numerous records including highest weekend box office earnings. All eight films have grossed a worldwide total of over 8 billion dollars, exceeding even the wildest expectations. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter attraction, and two new virtual reality experiences at Harry Potter New York.The Harry Potter movie series is one of the most successful movie sagas ever. Today it encompasses bestselling novels, blockbuster Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts films, a multi award-winning stage play, innovative products and apparel, state-of-the-art video and mobile games, unique retail experiences and live entertainment – including world-class Universal theme parks, exhibitions, the popular Warner Bros. The Wizarding World is recognized as one of the world’s best-loved franchises and represents a vast, interconnected world which touches all aspects of Harry Potter fans’ lives. Read the official announcement for the new release below. Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone and its Magical Movie Mode will be available on August 17 in honor of the film's 20th anniversary. Magical Movie Mode may just scratch that itch for fans who want to return in a fun, nostalgic, and magical way to the film that started it all. Filled with genuine moments of magic and awe, Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone surely deserves to be given a special home release for its two-decade anniversary, and Warner Bros. The film introduced audiences to the series' beloved cast and set the foundation and world-building for the following seven films to follow. Perhaps best remembered as a nostalgic, fantasy adventure for many kids of the early 2000s, Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone still stands as a fantastic beginning to the Wizarding World. RELATED: Harry Potter: The Exhibition Global Tour Launching in Philadelphia Next Year The new Magical Movie Mode release of the film comes on the heels of two exciting bits of Harry Potter news: a global tour exhibition opening in Philadelphia next year and the upcoming debut of a new one-part production of the blockbuster stage hit, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child. The 2001 film kicked off one of the great film franchises of all time and played an enormous role in creating the cultural phenomenon that is Harry Potter. Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone will be celebrating its 20th anniversary this year. The newest format will allow fans to watch the film with the company of director Chris Columbus' funny, insightful commentary, as well as overlaid graphics and audio during select scenes to immerse you in the Wizarding World with filmmaking trivia, geeky Harry Potter facts, and more. Home Entertainment has announced new Digital, Blu-ray, and DVD releases of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone featuring a fresh way to watch the whimsical family film: Magical Movie Mode.