'Sorcerer’s Stone' is a Monumental Achievement - Fireside Marathon

The boys kick off their Harry Potter marathon with Sorcerer’s (or Philosopher’s) Stone! Does this movie still hold up in 2026? What makes the visual worldbuilding so effective? All of these questions and more are discussed on the hit outdoor movie podcast!

Editor's Note: We erroneously stated that Dumbledore was played by Michael Gambon. He was obviously played by Richard Harris in the first two films. We formally apologize to the Harris estate and anyone with the last name "Harris." This mistake is corrected on-air later in the marathon.
 
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• (00:00) - Intro & Harry Potter!
• (02:52) - Introducing a Franchise
• (05:36) - Pacing
• (09:22) - Performances
• (11:16) - Harry’s Arc
• (17:02) - “Kids’ Stories?”
• (18:56) - The HBO Show
• (21:43) - Our Rating
• (23:50) - Harry Potter Rankings
• (24:20) - The Party Question & Take a break…

 
 
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