MOVIE
Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone
Let the magic begin.
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.
KNOW BEFORE WATCHING
A few things worth knowing first
TERM
Diagon Alley
A famous, hidden cobblestone shopping district located in London. It serves as the primary commercial hub for the wizarding community, containing various specialized magical shops and banks.
INSTITUTION
Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry
A prestigious boarding school for young witches and wizards located in the Scottish Highlands. The institution provides magical education and is divided into several distinct houses for its students.
TERM
Quidditch
A popular wizarding sport played on broomsticks high above a playing field. The game involves four players on each team attempting to score points by throwing a ball through hoops while simultaneously pursuing a small, fast-moving object.