HARRY POTTER AND THE SORCERER'S STONE - American director Chris Columbus (HOME ALONE) brings the magic of British author J.K. Rowling's beloved best-selling fantasy novel to life in HARRY POTTER AND THE SORCERER'S STONE. Eleven-year-old orphan Harry Potter (Daniel Radcliffe) finds his world turned upside down when he discovers that, like his deceased parents, he is a wizard and has been accepted to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. With fellow first-year students Hermione Granger (Emma Watson) and Ron Weasley (Rupert Grint) by his side, Harry's adventures begin in the rambling castle that is Hogwarts. Vivid special effects make Hogwarts' magic a reality with paintings that come alive, staircases that move themselves, friendly ghosts, and fast-paced Quidditch (the school sport) matches in which students zoom around on their flying brooms. Mixed in with the miracles of Hogwarts are its dark hidden chambers and secrets, which Harry and his friends encounter as they embark on a quest to keep a treasured powerful object from falling into the wrong hands. Staying true to the book with this film adaptation, Columbus follows Rowling's story to the tiniest detail, making it a special treat for readers who were smitten with the novel. Radcliffe is especially engaging as Harry, infusing him with a believable sense of wonderment. The star-studded cast also includes Richard Harris, Maggie Smith, Alan Rickman, and Robbie Coltrane.

HARRY POTTER AND THE CHAMBER OF SECRETS - Director Chris Columbus recreates the magic of the second book from author J.K. Rowling's best-selling series about a young wizard, Harry Potter (Daniel Radcliffe). In this sequel, Harry and his friends Hermione Granger (Emma Watson) and Ron Weasley (Rupert Grint) return to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry for the new school year only to be met with a terrifying mystery. An unknown creature, one that supposedly lives in the legendary Chamber of Secrets hidden at Hogwarts, is attacking students in the school, leaving them literally petrified and as cold as stone. Even the professors seem at a loss for how to solve the chilling mystery, leaving it up to Harry and his friends to save the day. Rowling's story translates well to the big screen, with a magical flying car, a giant spider, a house elf named Dobby, and assorted other creatures making their film debuts. Radcliffe continues to charm as the wide-eyed young Potter, and Grint shines as his best friend and sidekick. Kenneth Branagh joins the all-star cast as the preening megalomaniac author and professor, Gilderoy Lockhart. HARRY POTTER AND THE CHAMBER OF SECRETS also stars the late Richard Harris, majestic Maggie Smith, and an under-used Alan Rickman.

DVD Features:

Region 1
Keep Case
4-Disc Set
Program One: HARRY POTTER AND THE SORCERER'S STONE
Disc One:
Full Frame - 1.33
Audio:
Dolby Digital 5.1 EX - English
Dolby Digital 5.1 EX - Spanish
Additional Release Material:
Trailers

Disc Two:
Additional Release Material:
Bonus Footage
Interviews - 1. Chris Columbus - Director
2. David Heyman - Producer
Featurette - 1. HARRY POTTER THROUGHOUT THE WORLD
Learn How To Play Quidditch
Interactive Features:
Games - 1. Sneak Past Fluffy
2. Potion Game
3. Catch a Snitch
5. Wand Game
6. Cast a Spell in Eight Different Languages
Virtual Tour - 1. iPIX 360 Degree Tour of Hogwarts
Easter Eggs
DVD-ROM Features:
One Voice (Optional Voice Activation)
Game - 1. Sorting Hat Game
Email Messages
Screensaver
Web Links
Program Two: HARRY POTTER AND THE CHAMBER OF SECRETS
Full Frame - 1.33
Single Side - Dual Layer
Audio:
Dolby Surround 5.1 EX - English
Dolby Surround 5.1 EX - French
Dolby Surround 5.1 EX - Spanish

Disc One:
Additional Release Material:
Trailers - 1. Original Theatrical Trailer
Text/Galleries:
Film Highlights
Timeline

Disc Two:
Additional Release Material:
Deleted Scenes (19)
Interviews - 1. J.K. Rowling - Author
2. Daniel Radcliffe - Star
3. Emma Watson - Star
4. Rupert Grint - Star
5. Steve Kloves - Screenwriter
DVD-ROM Features:
Games
Screen Savers
Voice Activated Program
Text/Galleries:
Production Sketches

Daniel Radcliffe: British actor, HARRY POTTER
Rupert Grint: Actor, HARRY POTTER
Emma Watson: Actress, HARRY POTTER

Chris Columbus: American screenwriter/director