Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince (2009)
Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince is streaming in Australia on HBO Max, HBO Max Amazon Channel.
The verdict
Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince ranked near the top of that week's English film crop. It carries a 7.7/10 on TMDB across 21,207 ratings — comfortably clear of the pack. At 153 minutes, it asks for a real chunk of your night. In Australia you can stream it on HBO Max, HBO Max Amazon Channel.
Should you spend 2h 33m on it?
2h 33m of English adventure with a fantasy streak. With 21,207 ratings behind it, the number isn't going to move much — you know what you're getting.
- Why
- A 7.7/10 that holds up over 21,207 ratings, which puts it at the top of the current list.
- Skip if
- sprawling quest structure isn't what you're after
- Best for
- A night you can give it your full attention
Story
Dumbledore tries to prepare Harry for the final battle with Voldemort while Death Eaters wreak havoc in both Muggle and Wizard worlds.
Good to know
| Runtime | 2h 33m — long |
| Watch with family? | M · Older kids & up |
| Genre | Adventure / Fantasy |
| Language | English |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
David Yates
Cast
Where to watch in Australia
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 23 Sept 2026 — platforms may change over time.
Trailer
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