Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone (2001)
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Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone is streaming in Malaysia on HBO Max.
What the audience says
Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone sits near the top of English films on audience ratings. It carries a 7.9/10 on TMDB across 30,314 ratings — comfortably clear of the pack.
Should you spend 2h 32m on it?
2h 32m of English adventure, leaning fantasy. With 30,293 ratings behind it, the number isn't going to move much — you know what you're getting.
- Why
- A 7.9/10 that holds up over 30,293 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
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.
Good to know
| Runtime | 2h 32m — long |
| Genre | Adventure / Fantasy |
| Language | English |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Chris Columbus
Cast
Where to watch in Malaysia
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 28 Sept 2026 — platforms may change over time.
More: All HBO Max titles in Malaysia
Trailer
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