The film was released in theatres in the United Kingdom and the United States on 16 November 2001. It became a critical and commercial success, grossing $974.8 million at the box office worldwide. It was the highest grossing film of 2001. It was nominated for many awards including the Academy Awards for Best Original Score, Best Art Direction and Best Costume Design. It was followed by seven sequels, beginning with Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets in 2002 and ending with Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows -- Part 2 in 2011, nearly ten years after the first film 's release. It is the 32nd - highest - grossing film of all time and the second - highest - grossing film in the Harry Potter series behind Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows -- Part 2.
when did harry potter and the sorcerers stone come out
16 November 2001