HARRY POTTER AND THE SORCERER'S STONE Returns to Theaters For its 25th Anniversary With New Screenings, Fan Events, and Collectibles

Warner Bros. Discovery is gearing up to celebrate a major milestone in wizarding history. To mark the 25th anniversary of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone, the studio has announced a limited theatrical rerelease of the beloved 2001 fantasy film, along with a slate of fan-focused experiences, exclusive products, and more planned throughout the year.

It’s a full-scale celebration of the movie that introduced audiences to Hogwarts and launched one of the biggest franchises of all time.

“The first installment of the blockbuster film franchise follows a boy who learns on his eleventh birthday that he is the orphaned son of two powerful wizards and possesses unique magical powers of his own,” reads the synopsis.

“He is summoned from his life as an unwanted child to become a student at Hogwarts, an English boarding school for wizards. There, he meets several friends who become his closest allies and help him discover the truth about his parents’ mysterious deaths.”

Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone will return to theaters for a limited time only. The movie stars Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, Rupert Grint, Robbie Coltrane, Alan Rickman, Maggie Smith, Warwick Davis, Richard Harris, Fiona Shaw, and more.

The theatrical rerelease is expected to feature 10 minutes of behind-the-scenes content, which has never been seen in theaters. The film will show on screens across North America between August 27 and September 3.

Here is everything that Warner Bros. Discovery’s has planned for the 25th anniversary:

Magical Fan Experiences

  • Butterbeer Season (March–May): Touring Butterbeer Trucks will roll into cities worldwide, serving limited-edition drinks and exclusive merchandise, supported by digital content and social activations.

  • Harry Potter’s Birthday (31 July): Special themed products, events, and activities at official Harry Potter locations worldwide, and at retail, will bring summer magic to families and younger fans.

Special Screenings

  • Shared Reality Experience: This spring, Harry Potter fans will be able to experience the magic of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone in Shared Reality at Cosm.

  • Cosm venues are currently open in Los Angeles and Dallas, with locations in Atlanta and Detroit set to open later this year.

  • Tickets to experience Harry Potter in Shared Reality at Cosm go on sale March 4, 2026.

  • Back to Hogwarts (August–September): The fan-favourite global celebration returns and promises to be bigger and better than ever, uniting the Harry Potter community around the world.

Limited-Edition Products

  • A stunning 25th Anniversary logo, inspired by the silvery glow of the iconic Patronus, will feature across new and existing product lines.

  • Fans worldwide can look forward to special collections and commemorative ranges from a host of best-loved brands, including Spin Master, LUG, MGA, Jazzwares, Alex and Ani, Hallmark, Reyn Spooner, Pyramid, Loungefly, Timex, Crocs, Vera Bradley, and more.

  • MinaLima will be celebrating the Anniversary with multiple brand-new product collections, including the 25 Years of: Hogwarts Acceptance Letter, and 25 Years of: Hogwarts Express.

  • Celebrating 25 years of LEGO Harry Potter, The LEGO Group has launched brand new Harry Potter themed sets thoughtfully designed to honour some of the most iconic film moments, locations, and characters.

  • The special 25th Anniversary Philosopher’s Stone Collector’s Edition is a spectacular set that will inspire memories of the spellbinding tale, including a poseable Hedwig, Moving Wizards Chess, and Harry’s Trunk.

  • Four additional Harry Potter 25th Anniversary sets include Hogwarts Castle Sorting Ceremony, Hogwarts Castle Hospital Wing, Secret Potions Classroom, and, for the first time in LEGO Bricks, Luna Lovegood’s House!

  • These four sets come complete with a special 25th Anniversary collectible Patronus.

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