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Harry Potter's 25th Anniversary Celebrated with Cinema Screenings and Behind-the-Scenes Footage
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2026-07-23 10:12   Cinema   10

Harry Potter's 25th Anniversary Celebrated with Cinema Screenings and Behind-the-Scenes Footage

Harry Potter And The Philosopher’s Stone is set to return to cinemas globally for a week-long celebration marking its 25th anniversary.The film, which premiered in 2001, will screen between August 27 and September 3, accompanied by 12 minutes of previously unseen behind-the-scenes footage.This event coincides with the annual Back To Hogwarts celebrations, which typically occur around September 1.All eight Harry Potter films will be available during this period, though only the Philosopher’s Stone will feature the additional content.Ticket sales will commence on July 31, with showtimes varying by location.The anniversary comes ahead of HBO’s new television adaptation, which is scheduled to premiere on Christmas Day 2026.The series will adapt the first film, with production beginning in 2025.The project has faced criticism over J.K.Rowling’s controversial views and the challenges of filming with young actors, including restrictions on their working hours.Despite these issues, the franchise continues to generate significant cultural interest and media attention.

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