Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets
A cozy yet spooky magical adventure that balances whimsy with creeping dread and schoolyard mystery.
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Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone
A cozy, wonder-filled introduction to a magical world, balancing whimsy and warmth with just enough darkness to keep the stakes alive.
About 2001 film directed by Chris Columbus
Genres fantasy, adventure, children's, speculative fiction
Directed by Chris Columbus
Written by J. K. Rowling, Steve Kloves
Starring Emma Watson, Daniel Radcliffe, Maggie Smith, Alan Rickman, Rupert Grint, John Cleese, Richard Griffiths, Richard Harris
Music John Williams
Runtime 152 min
Country United States, United Kingdom
Links Wikipedia · IMDb · Letterboxd · Wikidata
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