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Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone Film Turns 25

The celebration features global events, exclusive merchandise, and unseen film footage, highlighting the franchise's $7.7 billion box office success and upcoming HBO series.

  • This year, Warner Bros. Discovery unveiled a 25th anniversary programme with new merchandise and brand collaborations, while tickets for Cosm venues in Los Angeles and Dallas go on sale March 4 and Butterbeer Season runs March–May.
  • The original film's Nov. 16, 2001 release launched the franchise, which has earned over $7.7 billion, as HBO prepares its upcoming TV adaptation for 2027.
  • Warner Bros. plans theatrical screenings beginning Aug. 27, running globally through Sept. 3 with 10 minutes of unseen behind-the-scenes footage; Harry Potter Shops will offer limited-edition 25th anniversary products including a celebration bear.
  • Warner Bros. Studio Tour London and Tokyo will add new content and summer features, while Universal's Wizarding World of Harry Potter marks the anniversary with Back to Hogwarts and July 31 events.
  • Warner Bros. said there are no current plans to adapt 'Harry Potter and the Cursed Child' amid controversy and mixed fan reactions, with full re-release details to follow.
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