The Harry Potter Franchise on Rotten Tomatoes
The Harry Potter franchise is one of the most successful and beloved in history. The eight films in the series have grossed over $7 billion worldwide, and the books have sold over 500 million copies. The franchise has also spawned a theme park, a video game series, and a stage play.
The Harry Potter films have been generally well-received by critics, with most of them earning positive reviews on Rotten Tomatoes. The first film, Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone, has a 79% fresh rating on the site, while the final film, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2, has a 96% fresh rating.
However, there have been a few Harry Potter films that have received mixed or negative reviews from critics. Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix has a 78% fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes, while Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince has a 77% fresh rating.
Overall, the Harry Potter franchise has been a critical and commercial success. The films have been praised for their faithfulness to the books, their strong performances, and their stunning visuals. The franchise has also had a positive impact on popular culture, inspiring a new generation of readers and fans.
Here is a breakdown of the Rotten Tomatoes scores for the Harry Potter films:
- Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone (2001): 79% fresh
- Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (2002): 82% fresh
- Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban (2004): 91% fresh
- Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire (2005): 81% fresh
- Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix (2007): 78% fresh
- Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince (2009): 77% fresh
- Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 1 (2010): 77% fresh
- Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2 (2011): 96% fresh
The Harry Potter franchise is a testament to the power of storytelling. The books and films have captured the imaginations of millions of people around the world, and they continue to be enjoyed by new generations of fans.
