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Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone

“Let the magic begin.”

★ 7.9(29,840)20012h 32m

Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone is streaming on Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, Netflix Standard with Ads, HBO Max on U-Next and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in Japan, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and FOD. Availability checked 22 July 2026.

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Good to know

Director: Chris Columbus
Release date: 2001-11-16
Runtime: 2h 32m
Language: English
Box office: $976,475,550
Budget: $125,000,000
Status: Released
Country: United Kingdom
Studio: Warner Bros. Pictures
Part of: Harry Potter Collection

Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone — trailer

About Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone

Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone is a 2001 movie in the Adventure and Fantasy genres, directed by Chris Columbus, starring Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint and Emma Watson. It has a runtime of 2 hours 32 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.9/10 from 29,840 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone in Japan — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Harry Potter has lived under the stairs at his aunt and uncle's house his whole life. But on his 11th birthday, he learns he's a powerful wizard—with a place waiting for him at the Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. As he learns to harness his newfound powers with the help of the school's kindly headmaster, Harry uncovers the truth about his parents' deaths—and about the villain who's to blame.

Cast

Daniel Radcliffe

Harry Potter

Rupert Grint

Ron Weasley

Emma Watson

Hermione Granger

Richard Harris

Albus Dumbledore

Tom Felton

Draco Malfoy

Alan Rickman

Severus Snape

Robbie Coltrane

Rubeus Hagrid

Maggie Smith

Minerva McGonagall

Richard Griffiths

Vernon Dursley

Ian Hart

Quirinus Quirrell

Fiona Shaw

Petunia Dursley

John Hurt

Mr. Ollivander

Themes & keywords

witchschool friendfriendshiplondon, englandbased on novel or bookmagicboarding schoolmale friendshipchild heroschool of witchcraftchosen onebullyingschoolghostfantasy world

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone in Japan?+

In Japan, you can stream Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone on Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, Netflix Standard with Ads, HBO Max on U-Next and Amazon Prime Video with Ads. It's also available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and FOD.

Is Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone on Netflix?+

Yes — Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone is available to stream on Netflix in Japan.

How long is Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone?+

Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone has a runtime of 2 hours 32 minutes (152 minutes).

Who stars in Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone?+

Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone stars Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint, Emma Watson, Richard Harris and Tom Felton.

When did Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone come out?+

Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone is a 2001 movie directed by Chris Columbus.

What genre is Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone?+

Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone is Adventure and Fantasy film.

Who directed Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone?+

Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone was directed by Chris Columbus.