Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince
Runtime
153 min
Original language
English
Country of origin
United Kingdom
Type
Movie
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Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince (2009)

British Movie2009Rating 7.7
📌 Available on Max and Netflix and Peacock🛡️ Parental guidance PG
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In Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, darkness creeps into the heart of a sanctuary as romantic entanglements blossom amidst gathering shadows. The film weaves tender moments of adolescent longing with the weight of an approaching darkness, capturing the bittersweet collision between youth and destiny. As Dumbledore and Harry uncover devastating truths, the castle itself becomes a battleground where love and danger dance perilously close. By the end, Hogwarts stands transformed—no longer innocent, no longer safe.

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Runtime
153 min
Original language
English
Country of origin
United Kingdom
Type
Movie
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⭐ 78.5/100📊 4 sources🕒 2026-05-16
IMDb7.6/10653.7K votes76
Rotten Tomatoes83%83
Metacritic78/10078
TMDB7.7/1020.7K votes77
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DirectorDavid Yates
WritingJ.K. RowlingSteve Kloves
CastDaniel RadcliffeRupert GrintEmma WatsonJim BroadbentMichael Gambon
ProductionDavid HeymanLionel WigramDavid Barron
MusicAntony BaymanAndie DerrickPeter Burgis
CinematographyBruno DelbonnelJaap BuitendijkSteve Ellingworth

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Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince is currently listed across official watch options including Max, Netflix, Peacock and Apple TV +1 more.

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Strong commercial success3.74x
💱Analysis currency: USD
✅ Strong commercial success

Revenue exceeded the production cost by a clear margin

The release delivered a strong commercial result, with revenue clearly above the reported production budget.
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Strong success
The release delivered $934M against a reported budget of $250M to finish with a positive commercial result based on its return multiple.
💹 Return multiple: 3.74x📈 ROI: +274%🧾 Strong commercial success
💰Budget
$250M250 million USD
Reported production cost in USD.
🌍Worldwide revenue
$934M934 million USD
Total reported box office return in USD.
Commercial gap
+$684M+684 million USD
Gap between revenue and budget.
Return multiple
3.74x3.74x
How many times revenue covered the budget.
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Budget
$250M
Revenue
$934M
Commercial gap
+$684M
Budget: $250M • Revenue: $934M • Commercial gap: +$684M ROI +274%
This commercial analysis compares the release budget, total revenue, commercial gap, and return multiple to explain the final box office position. — Delivered a strong return against budget.
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Director: David Yates

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1Where can I watch Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince?
The film is available on Netflix, Prime Video, Max, Apple TV, and Hulu. You can choose any of these streaming platforms available in your region to watch the movie.
2What is the duration of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince?
The film runs for 153 minutes (2 hours and 33 minutes). This runtime includes thrilling events and important dramatic developments in the franchise.
3What is the story about?
The film centers on darkness approaching Hogwarts castle, where Harry Potter discovers important secrets related to the threats surrounding him. It combines adventure and fantasy elements with masterful cinematography.
4Who are the main actors in the film?
Daniel Radcliffe leads as Harry Potter, alongside Robert Grint and Emma Watson. Jim Broadbent and Michael Gambon also play important roles in the film.
5When was the film released and who directed it?
The film was released in 2009 and directed by David Yates, known for his strong artistic vision in shaping the franchise. It is considered an important installment in the Harry Potter series.
6What genre does Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince belong to?
The film is an adventure and fantasy film, making it perfect for fans of imaginative movies filled with excitement and thrill. It combines action and magical elements in an engaging way.

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