Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone
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Is it age appropriate?
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Not age appropriate for kids under 5, age appropriate for kids over 7; suggested age 7. -
Is it any good?
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Common Sense says
First Potter movie is a big-budget magical ride.
Why We Rated This
for Ages 7 and Up
The good stuff
What to watch out for
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What Parents Need to Know
About Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone
Parents need to know that this first movie in the Harry Potter series has some intense and scary moments. Harry Potter and friends -- who are only 11 years old here -- are in peril and get hurt, but not seriously, and most of the scares come from fantasy creatures. There's a flashback to the (bloodless) death of Harry's parents and discussion about how they died and the one who killed them.
Read our full review by Nell Minow
Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about the Harry Potter series. Do you like the books or movies better? What themes from the first in the series pop up again in later installments?
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Lives in Utah
Lives in OhioI rate this title on for age 6 and give it- My highlights are:
- Educational
- Good role models
perfect for kids who love fantasy
very great movie!
Lives in Ohio
Lives in NebraskaI rate this title on for age 11 and give itGood Movie
Ah, the first Harry Potter movie. Its also my favorite. Me and my 8 year old brother watch it all the time, the only bad part is at the end where the man takes off his turban. That scares my brother.
I rate this title on for age 8 and give itMy concerns are:- Excessive violence
It's a good movie, but there are some scary scenes at the end. I think even at 8, you have to know your child and what scares them. I would not think it appropriate to show this to a child under 8.


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