Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince.

Name: Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince
Genre: Fantasy, Adventure, Family
Released: 2009-07-15
Duration: 153 min
Cast: Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint, Emma Watson, Helena Bonham Carter, Jim Broadbent

An old textbook holds new secrets.

Harry studies Voldemort's past with Dumbledore while a mysterious annotated textbook improves his schoolwork. Romantic complications and suspicions about Draco unfold as danger presses closer to Hogwarts.

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Why it’s a little special

The sixth chapter balances awkward teenage relationships with a mystery that prepares the series for its final conflict.

BEFORE YOU PRESS PLAY

Know the story.
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Parental guidance suggested

US film rating

Strong frightening imagery, attacks, poisoning, death and profound grief. Includes mild sensuality and language; its PG rating still covers intense material.

Our notes are a starting point, not an age recommendation. G and PG films can still include intense moments. You know your family best.

BEHIND THE SCENES

The little details.

Directed by: David Yates
Starring: Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint, Emma Watson, Helena Bonham Carter, Jim Broadbent, Robbie Coltrane, Michael Gambon, Alan Rickman, Maggie Smith, Timothy Spall, David Thewlis, David Bradley
Written by: J.K. Rowling, Steve Kloves
Produced by: David Heyman, David Barron, Lionel Wigram
Release date: July 15, 2009
Runtime: 153 minutes
Genre: Fantasy, Adventure, Family
Studio: Warner Bros.
Language: English

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