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Very good condition.
I HAVE read all of HARRY Potter books,( each book I read three times) AND also LOTS times I watch one of Harry Potters movies.
YES I do LOVE it.
Thank you
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I love this movie, and so happy for this product! When HP and the SS first came out on DVD, I spent way too much money on the cardboard, fold-out case with bonus discs and plastic inserts that came unglued and made the discs pop out. When my children finally, definitively destroyed both the case and the disc, it was time for a replacement. How happy it made me to find this very inexpensive, simplified presentation of this movie. It’s a plastic case, when you open it, there is one simple disc that contains the movie. That’s it! That’s all I need! I may have to replace my Chamber of Secrets DVD as well.
I don’t hate this was a present for my son in law
Good
Filling in the set
Thanks
Outstanding performances by Daniel Radcliffe and company. Followed the books very well, bringing the to life so cleverly.
Not so good quality 🙁
Fun films!
This did not take long at all to be delivered upon ordering it, which was a plus, considering I had just finished the book, and wanted to see how the movie compared. This movie is great, and the actors they picked played their characters very nicely! Everybody should watch Harry Potter and read the books at least once. You will not be disappointed.
No need for a review, just a great start to a great series. Originally had on VHS tape, so updating to DVDs.
You definitely need this first DVD of this collection to get started and hooked. Make sure you get it now!
another great deal that arrived in the time period stated the convenience provided is awesome and much appreciated to just enter what you’re looking for and be able to find it and the prices are great
We as a family love all of the Harry Potter movies. We notice something new and different every time we watch.No complaints on movie or purchasing transaction.
If you’re a fan of the series then you’ll love all of them. I need to get the bluray versions though.
This was the only Harry Potter movie that we didn’t own. Imagine that, the first one, and we didn’t have it. Well, after getting it, we went full marathon. This one’s been watched at least a dozen times in the past month. Good quality disc and case. Worth the $5 I spent on it. Great buy!
It was not as good as the other movies but YOU GOTA see it. It helps to put the story together.
I didn’t read the books, but I heard great things about the series. I gave this movie a shot and was impressed by the cast and the story. It was a blast! I immediately picked up the rest of the series and binge watched them all over the course of a long weekend. Harry is a likable kid and you can’t help but root for him…and let’s face it, we’d all love to discover that there’s a whole magical world out there. Huge kudos to JK Rowling for creating a compelling, dynamic story. This is definitely not a movie solely for young people. It’s a must see for all ages.
Its been while since Harry Potter films graced the movie theaters, but I just had to write something in praise of these masterpieces, especially the first two movies. These remained probably the most faithful to the excellent books of all the movies, and I think
all the films were excellent. Dumbledore was most faithfully played by Richard Harris, who unfortunately passed away before the
series got even half way through. His successor was OK but weak compared with Harris. But the wittiness of the characters such
as Herminine and Ron and the brilliant special effects kept the series strong especially later on when they became darker. I will
write about the other movies later.
I only objected to the title which in England was called Harry Potter and the Philosophers Stone instead of the Sorcerers Stone.
I guess Warner Bros figured people in the US would not know what a Philosophers Stone was. Some minor changes in the story
did not alter the main story sequence from the book, which were brilliantly written by J. K. Rowling. She never talked down to the
reader even though the books were supposedly written for children. The text is sophisticated and detailed and very descriptive.
And I loved the train; I have a passion for steam locomotives and though the British ones look kind of odd without the cow catcher
on the front, I will still take a dozen. Beautiful photography and scenery enhanced the visuals. And flawless special effects.
If you haven’t seen the films or read the books, I strongly recommend them if you like charming, funny, some sophistication and
just good story telling; these are not fairy tales yet are top notch fantasy movies. I got all of the movies from AMAZON as well
as the books. I give this book five stars. And little Harry, Ron and Herminine are so cute!
I have all the movies on DVD, but this one was just about worn out from watching it all the time
Again, it’s Harry Potter! That right there is all I need to know to love the movie! But all that aside it is still a great movie! As they all were! This has Richard Harris, the original professor, and the kids are sooo young and sweet as this is their first movie and they’re not even teenagers yet! You’ll love it!
It play great and I got right on time
I was satisfied with my purchase. I would shop a gain
If you read the books it was even better- but even if not, what a wonderful introduction to this magical series…
If you’re an adult looking for another way to enjoy this movie, find and mp3 of Wizard People, Dear Reader, download it, and play it while watching this movie on mute. It is HILARIOUS. It’s a full-length narration, similar to RiffTrax. You can find the mp3s online. It’s got some adult language, but it totally extends the life of the movie.
Yes, he does it in a weird voice. But it is so funny you’ll get past the voice quickly and your face will HURT with laughter.
The Harry Potter movies are the best movies ever made. My children watch them all the time!
J. K. Rowling is a genius.
I played the disc and it quit on me. I tried to clean it and try again, but the same thing happened.
now have to complete collection of the books and dvds just got to get the other harry potter collectables now
This was the original that started the Harry Potter movies. Amazing visual effects and storyline. Grabbed it for a great price too.
Undoubtedly targeted at a very young audience, there’s a certain degree of magic dancing around this picture that makes it easily-accessible to adults as well. Although my own childhood was long gone by the time this hit theaters, watching it today was like leaping back through time to an age filled with innocence and wonder. That effect does occasionally get lathered on a bit thick, but a speedy pace and densely populated realm are usually enough to compensate for such moments. JK Rowling’s rich, sprawling, imaginative world is downright hypnotizing on the screen, loaded with treats and treasures, and it’s tough to look away for even an instant. Although the CGI work is distractingly bad in a few instances (it very nearly ruins the Quidditch match), the child actors are average at best and there isn’t much adversity to our heroes’ hunt for the MacGuffin Stone, it’s still a cheery, entertaining introduction to a universe that’s positively buzzing with potential.
MY SON LOVES HARRY POTTER. THESE MOVIES ARE UNLIKE ANY OTHERS. THIS IS HOURS OF THOUGHT PROVOKING, INTELLECTUAL FUN FOR KIDS, I HEAR ADULTS TOO. MY SON HAS THE ENTIRE COLLECTION THAT I SPENT MONTHS BUYING OFF OF AMAZON. IT WAS WORTH IT. MOST OF THE TIME I DEALT WITH THE SAME COMPANIES. DVD’S ARRIVED AHEAD OF SCHEDULE. BRAND NEW PACKAGING, PLAYED EXCELLENTLY.
I always liked this movie the best out of the series i guess because it introduces you to so much. Great start to a new adventure if you haven’t seen it which i can’t image.
My family and I have enjoyed watching Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone over and over again! We plan on watching all the Harry Potter movies.
Purchased this movie due to not having any commentary or any other extras. I don’t need it and have other moves with these features and have never watched/listened to them.
when i first read the story. i could not belivehow harry had to live till i realized the story line, but it is a good story.
I have enjoyed all of the Harry Potter movies, I love watching them and can do so over and over again, I always find something I missed, it seems funny to some that I am over 60 and still can enjoy this kind of movie, but what can I say, I love them, I hope you will too. Sincerely Janice
This continues to be my favorite Harry Potter book and movie. Well written, well acted. I wish Ms. Rawlings would write another sequence with the children of the main characters.
Can’t believe I had to wait until now the watch the best entertainment in history. The story line, actors, screen play is just fantastic. Haven’t been this entertained in years.
this DVD finished my collection and I was pleased to have it. Loved all the movies and would recommend them to all
Love this movie! It’s a great film and I was glad to get it on DVD since I only had it on VHS.
this one is the best and it all stsrts here.full of fun meeting new friends.I loved the chess scene at the end.my nephew malachi says this is his favorite harry potter film too.
The Harry Potter franchise recently ended after the seven books were transformed into eight movies. Sorcerer’s Stone (also known as Philosopher’s Stone) was the first entry. It did well at the box office, grossing $975 million worldwide, and was the most successful entry until the final installment in the series beat it in 2011. The eight films grossed $7.7 billion worldwide, so they are enormously popular.
Due to the popularity of the franchise, I’m going to assume that you have read J. K. Rowling’s books, seen the movies, or both, so this review will contain spoilers. If you have never entered the world of Harry Potter, stop reading now.
Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone was directed by Chris Columbus, who was responsible for Mrs. Doubtfire and the first two Home Alone movies. The tone of this first Harry Potter movie is quite similar to those three, relying on whimsy and comedy rather than drama. That matches the tone of the book, so it is not a criticism. If you had read the first book, like me, you were probably looking forward to seeing the world of Harry Potter portrayed on the big screen. The adapted screenplay by Steve Kloves didn’t disappoint.
There’s a lot to like about Sorcerer’s Stone; the sets are vast, the important story elements are present, and the majority of the young actors do a good job. It’s a tricky business casting children who have to develop over the course of a decade, but I don’t find myself disliking any of the choices. It’s great to see Hogwarts, the Hogwarts Express, Gringotts, Diagon Alley, and Quidditch brought to life.
Sorcerer’s Stone starts slowly and might seem overly long, but it’s necessary to introduce the characters and the worlds they inhabit. I could imagine some people viewing this first installment and giving up on the franchise, but that would be a mistake. This is a vast story which starts off as a charming fantasy before quickly becoming much darker in tone. In a way, it mirrors childhood. We are initially fascinated with the world until we mature and realize that it does have plenty of problems. As the series progresses, the films grow more serious as the threat of evil increases.
Some of the best moments include Harry first learning about the existence of Hogwarts, his initial flying lesson, and seeing the teachers demonstrate some of the spells that the children will learn. The main characters are fully realized and know a lot about them by the end of the movie.
Sorcerer’s Stone is a good blend of fantasy and action, with the final part of the film containing the most dramatic sequences as our three heroes try to recover the Philosopher’s Stone. The music used in the movie is excellent, and the main theme itself suggests a magical setting. There are a lot of important themes in the series and I think it’s generally a good example for children. The importance of friendship is one of the major messages and it all begins with the relationships between Harry, Ron and Hermione.
The Harry Potter franchise isn’t just for children. I’m 50 and I have worked my way through the books and the eight movies several times. The adults in the story are played by some of the finest British character actors. Can you imagine anyone other than Alan Rickman as Snape? Dumbledore was played by Richard Harris in this movie and the sequel, and I think I prefer his version to Michael Gambon’s portrayal, although Gambon’s version did work for the more serious tone present in the other movies.
There’s a whole generation of people who grew up loving Star Wars, but here’s a franchise for the next generation. Sorcerer’s Stone is funny and lighthearted compared to later entries in the franchise, but don’t let that deter you from watching all eight movies. The adequate acting improves considerably as the children age throughout the series.mirrors childhood. We are initially fascinated with the world until we mature and realize that it does have plenty of problems. As the series progresses, the films grow more serious as the threat of evil increases.
Some of the best moments include Harry first learning about the existence of Hogwarts, his initial flying lesson, and seeing the teachers demonstrate some of the spells that the children will learn. The main characters are fully realized and know a lot about them by the end of the movie.
Sorcerer’s Stone is a good blend of fantasy and action, with the final part of the film containing the most dramatic sequences as our three heroes try to recover the Philosopher’s Stone. The music used in the movie is excellent, and the main theme itself suggests a magical setting. There are a lot of important themes in the series and I think it’s generally a good example for children. The importance of friendship is one of the major messages and it all begins with the relationships between Harry, Ron and Hermione.
The Harry Potter franchise isn’t just for children. I’m 50 and I have worked my way through the books and the eight movies several times. The adults in the story are played by some of the finest British character actors. Can you imagine anyone other than Alan Rickman as Snape? Dumbledore was played by Richard Harris in this movie and the sequel, and I think I prefer his version to Michael Gambon’s portrayal, although Gambon’s version did work for the more serious tone present in the other movies.
There’s a whole generation of people who grew up loving Star Wars, but here’s a franchise for the next generation. Sorcerer’s Stone is funny and lighthearted compared to later entries in the franchise, but don’t let that deter you from watching all eight movies. The adequate acting improves considerably as the children age throughout the series.
The disc is defective and does not finish. It will not work after the 2 hour point. We just tried to watch this after purchasing it in December and are very disappointed we didn’t do it sooner so we could return it. This is a defective product after it was guaranteed it would work.
The following behind J.K. Rowling and Harry Potter is tremendous. However, just because a popular and world-famous book is turned into a movie, doesn’t mean that the movie will be a success. Nor does it mean the movie will be any good. Often, movies based upon novels are terrible (look at the many bad movies based upon Stephen King stories, for instance). Sometimes, a movie based upon a novel ends up better than the original work (FIELD OF DREAMS or JURASSIC PARK for instance). However, it is a very rare case when a movie based upon a novel succeeds as a piece of cinema and stays true to the original work. HARRY POTTER AND THE SORCERER’S STONE is such a film. The film stays true to the novel on which is based and leaves very few details out. It also works quite well as a movie. Even more surprising is that the film successfully introduces the world of Harry Potter to the uninitiated without becoming bogged down in details. The actors do a brilliant job, the special effects are fairly believable, and the cinematography is picturesque. The only major drawback to the film is that the characters aren’t completely fleshed out. Of course, complexity of character perhaps is best left out of the first of what will be many films in a series. A delightful film that most are sure to at least half-way enjoy.
I didn’t review the Potter movies when I first got them, because they were at the height of their popularity, and I figured everyone already knew as much as they wanted to about them.
Having seen the later ones, it’s refreshing to go back and see our favorites, Harry Potter (Daniel Radcliffe), Ron Weasley (Rupert Grint), Hermione Granger (Emma Watson) looking so young and innocent. And downright cute! They are supposed to be 11 years old, and I think they were about that, but they seem so incredibly young.
This is also one that has Richard Harris as Dumbledore. I loved him as Dumbledore. Did he do just one movie or two? [Two.]
Anyway, the story is very well known by now. Harry was one year old when the evil wizard Voldemort (\\”He Who Must Not Be Named\\”) killed his parents but failed to kill him, leaving him with a lightening-shaped scar on his forehead instead. Albus Dumbledore, headmaster of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry and the only person You-Know-Who ever feared, decides to place the orphaned Harry with his aunt and her husband, the \\”worst kind of muggles,\\” the Dursleys.
Sure enough, they are indeed pretty impossible people. Their piggish son Dudley is spoiled completely rotten, Uncle Vernon is an ass and heartless toward Harry, and Aunt Petunia has always thought of her witch sister, Harry’s mother Lily, as a freak. They never told Harry about his parents, but instead claimed they had been killed in a car accident.
But on Harry’s 11th birthday, he receives mail addressed to him from Hogwarts which Uncle Vernon destroys before he can read it. Finally, Rubeus Hagrid, keeper of keys and grounds at Hogwarts, shows up to take Harry to get ready for his first year, and off they go to London, to Diagon Alley. From there, Harry rides the Hogwarts Express, where he meets Ron and Hermione.
The plot is complex and detailed, despite it having been simplified considerably from what the book includes. Much of the charm is the setting of Hogwarts itself, an ancient castle with wonderful magical properties, including all sorts of charming special effects.
Without going into too much detail, Harry is chosen as the youngest seeker on the Quidditch team (a sport played on broomsticks that slightly resembles basketball, hockey, and several other team sports that chase balls), and of course is brilliant in it. But the movie only includes one game, although there are several in the book. Just as well, I say; I’m not a sports fan.
The sorcerer’s stone in the title is what traditional alchemy calls the philosopher’s stone. It has many magical powers, including the ability to formulate an elixir of life that grants immortality. The story of the stone, how it is guarded at Hogwarts, who is trying to steal it, and what Harry, Ron and Hermione have to do to foil the plot, is the basis of the story I won’t spoil for those who have not yet seen it. Since it’s perfectly obvious, I don’t suppose there’s any harm in saying they succeed.
There are terrific special effects in this movie, my favorite being a bigger than life wizard chess set. Wizard chess is played just like Muggle chess, except that the pieces are enchanted and smash each other instead of merely capturing. Fortunately, Ron is good at chess, or all would have been lost. He plays a knight, Harry a bishop, and Hermione a rook/castle. When Harry successfully checkmates, the king throws down his sword.
I’ve seen the movie about as often as I’ve read the book, which is quite a few times each. I used to chafe at the number of elements that were in the book but left out of the movie, or shortened to the point of being barely mentioned. But I have long since accepted that these are two different media, and have different needs. The books are excellent books, and the movies are excellent movies. They don’t need to match.
I give the whole series five stars.es. Much of the charm is the setting of Hogwarts itself, an ancient castle with wonderful magical properties, including all sorts of charming special effects.
Without going into too much detail, Harry is chosen as the youngest seeker on the Quidditch team (a sport played on broomsticks that slightly resembles basketball, hockey, and several other team sports that chase balls), and of course is brilliant in it. But the movie only includes one game, although there are several in the book. Just as well, I say; I’m not a sports fan.
The sorcerer’s stone in the title is what traditional alchemy calls the philosopher’s stone. It has many magical powers, including the ability to formulate an elixir of life that grants immortality. The story of the stone, how it is guarded at Hogwarts, who is trying to steal it, and what Harry, Ron and Hermione have to do to foil the plot, is the basis of the story I won’t spoil for those who have not yet seen it. Since it’s perfectly obvious, I don’t suppose there’s any harm in saying they succeed.
There are terrific special effects in this movie, my favorite being a bigger than life wizard chess set. Wizard chess is played just like Muggle chess, except that the pieces are enchanted and smash each other instead of merely capturing. Fortunately, Ron is good at chess, or all would have been lost. He plays a knight, Harry a bishop, and Hermione a rook/castle. When Harry successfully checkmates, the king throws down his sword.
I’ve seen the movie about as often as I’ve read the book, which is quite a few times each. I used to chafe at the number of elements that were in the book but left out of the movie, or shortened to the point of being barely mentioned. But I have long since accepted that these are two different media, and have different needs. The books are excellent books, and the movies are excellent movies. They don’t need to match.
I give the whole series five stars.
I love the Harry Potter series so owning them all was important. Also important would be the quality of the dvd itself so that I could watch it more than once and it would survive the test of time. This dvd was very good and easy to watch.