Ever since Harry Potter first whizzed across movie screens in 2001, the blockbuster franchise has enchanted a legion of loyal fans both young and old. Fortunately, with the rise of free streaming services, you can now journey back to Hogwarts from the comfort of your couch without paying a sickle.
In this comprehensive guide, I‘ll explain multiple easy ways to watch every Harry Potter film for free online. By the end, you‘ll have the magical knowledge to stream the entire wizarding saga no matter which device you own. Time to binge!
Why Harry Potter is a Must-Stream Franchise
Before we dive in, let‘s briefly discuss why the Harry Potter series continues to have an unbreakable spell over viewers across generations.
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Since first being adapted in 2001, the eight Harry Potter films have grossed over $9.1 billion at the box office according to Statista. That makes it the 3rd highest grossing film franchise worldwide.
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A 2018 survey revealed 80% of Americans have seen at least one Harry Potter movie according to Newsweek.
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As of 2021, the Harry Potter films were the most in-demand streaming content worldwide according to data published by Parrot Analytics.
Clearly Harry Potter retains an extremely devoted fanbase even decades later. Fortunately, whether you‘re a newfound fan or an OG Potterhead, there are plenty of great ways to stream these iconic films 100% free on the internet.
Now let‘s uncover where and how!
Free Harry Potter Streaming Options Compared
| Service | Free Movies Available | Subscription for All Movies | Device Support |
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| Peacock | 1, 2, 3 | Premium ($4.99/month) | Fire TV, Roku, iOS, Android, Browser |
| IMDb TV | 1, 5, 6 | N/A | Fire TV, Roku, iOS, Android, Browser |
| Pluto TV | Random selection | N/A | Fire TV, Roku, iOS, Android, Browser |
| HBO Max | Occasional 1 week trials | Ad-free ($14.99/month) | Fire TV, Roku, iOS, Android, Browser |
This table gives you an overview of the major platforms offering free Harry Potter streams. As you can see, no one service offers the full series for free, but combining a couple options gives you plenty of movies to start your binge.
Now let‘s get into the step-by-step for streaming…
How to Stream Harry Potter on Peacock for Free
Peacock is currently the best free option to stream the first three Harry Potter films.
Here‘s how to get started:
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Visit PeacockTV.com and click Sign Up – Provide your email and create a password.
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Choose the Free plan – When asked for payment details, select Free to sign up without paying.
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Download the Peacock app – Get the app on your Fire TV, Roku, iOS/Android device, or simply use the web browser version.
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Log in to the Peacock app – Use your new account details to sign in.
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Search for "Harry Potter" – This will display all the films available in the Peacock library.
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Tap any of the first 3 movies – Sorcerer‘s Stone, Chamber of Secrets, and Prisoner of Azkaban can be watched free with ads!
And just like that, you‘ll be streaming Harry‘s introductory adventures at Hogwarts without spending a knut. Pretty magical, right?
Other Tips for Unlocking Harry Potter Streams
Beyond Peacock, you have a few other good options for watching Harry Potter movies for free:
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Keep an eye out for 1-week free trials on HBO Max – these sometimes include the entire Harry Potter catalog! Just be sure to cancel before you‘re charged.
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Use IMDb TV or Pluto TV for random Harry Potter titles that pop up free with ads
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Consider using a VPN like NordVPN or ExpressVPN to access free streams available in other countries like Canada
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Take advantage of any promotions offering Harry Potter movies to rent or buy at deep discounts on platforms like Vudu, Amazon Prime Video or Google Play
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Always be vigilant about dodgy "free" streaming sites, which may spread malware or illegally host content
As you can see, with the right combination of services, you can cobble together an all-you-can-watch Harry Potter marathon completely free of charge!
I hope these tips and tricks help you recreate the magic of Hogwarts from your living room. Now go binge those movies faster than you can say Accio! Just be careful not to get lost on the path to the dark side of illegal streaming.
