Wizarding World Movies: Release Order
The Wizarding World encompasses the epic Harry Potter saga and the prequel Fantastic Beasts series, creating a rich magical universe that has captivated audiences worldwide.
This release order watch list presents the films as audiences first experienced them, beginning with Harry Potter's journey from 2001 to 2011, followed by the Fantastic Beasts prequel trilogy that arrived years later.
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Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone
An orphaned boy discovers on his 11th birthday that he's a wizard and enrolls at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, where he learns about magic and begins to uncover the mystery surrounding his parents' death.

Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets
In his second year at Hogwarts, Harry Potter faces a new mystery when the legendary Chamber of Secrets is opened, unleashing danger upon the school. Harry, Ron, and Hermione must use all their magical skills and bravery to uncover the truth and save their fellow students.

Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
In his third year at Hogwarts, Harry Potter faces new magical challenges while dangerous Dementors guard the school and the escaped prisoner Sirius Black threatens his safety. As dark secrets from Harry's past are revealed, he must learn to confront his deepest fears.

Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
When Harry Potter's name mysteriously emerges from the Goblet of Fire, he becomes an unwilling competitor in the dangerous Triwizard Tournament between three wizarding schools. Harry must face deadly challenges including dragons and water demons while trying to uncover who entered his name and why.

Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix
Harry Potter returns to Hogwarts for his fifth year, only to find that his warnings about Voldemort's return are being ignored by the wizarding authorities. Frustrated by the inaction, Harry secretly trains fellow students in defense against the dark arts to prepare for the growing threat.

Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince
As Voldemort's power grows and Hogwarts becomes increasingly dangerous, Harry and Dumbledore work together to uncover crucial secrets about the Dark Lord's past that may be key to defeating him. Meanwhile, romance blooms among the students even as they face mounting peril and prepare for the approaching final battle.

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows - Part 1
Harry, Ron, and Hermione abandon their final year at Hogwarts to embark on a dangerous mission to find and destroy Voldemort's Horcruxes. With Dumbledore gone and Death Eaters terrorizing the wizarding world, the trio must rely on each other as they face their greatest challenges yet.

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows - Part 2
In the epic conclusion to the Harry Potter saga, Harry, Ron and Hermione face their final confrontation with the dark wizard Voldemort. As the wizarding world hangs in the balance, Harry must embrace his destiny to end the war between good and evil once and for all.

Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them
In 1926, magizoologist Newt Scamander arrives in New York with a magical briefcase full of fantastic creatures, but when they escape into the city, it threatens to expose the wizarding world to non-magical people.

Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald
When dark wizard Gellert Grindelwald escapes and begins gathering followers to elevate wizards above non-magical beings, Albus Dumbledore must seek help from his former student Newt Scamander to stop him. As the wizarding world becomes increasingly divided, loyalties are tested among friends and family in this magical sequel.

Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore
Professor Dumbledore enlists magizoologist Newt Scamander to lead a team of wizards against the dark wizard Grindelwald, who is moving to seize control of the wizarding world. Their dangerous mission brings them face-to-face with magical creatures and Grindelwald's growing army of followers.
Other Film Series
Avatar
James Cameron's groundbreaking science fiction saga following Jake Sully's journey on the alien world of Pandora across multiple decades.
How to Train Your Dragon
A popular animated trilogy following Hiccup and Toothless as they transform from outcasts to heroes, bridging the gap between Vikings and dragons.
Percy Jackson
A fantasy adventure duology following a teenage demigod as he discovers his divine heritage and navigates the modern world of Greek mythology.
Pirates of the Caribbean
A swashbuckling adventure series following the eccentric pirate Captain Jack Sparrow through supernatural encounters in the Caribbean.
Swordsman
A celebrated wuxia trilogy based on Louis Cha's novel, featuring legendary martial arts action and evolving from faithful adaptation to fantastical spectacle.
The Wizard of Oz
A collection of reimaginings and retellings of L. Frank Baum's classic tale, spanning from the iconic 1939 musical to modern interpretations.