Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince
Directed by David Yates · 2009 ·
Is Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince worth watching?
Yes. Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince (2009) earns a 77% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one. See the 4 inputs.
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Also known as हैरी पौटर और हाफ ब्लड प्रिंस Harry Potter y el misterio del príncipe Harry Potter et le Prince de sang-mêlé Harry Potter und der Halbblutprinz Harry Potter e o Enigma do Príncipe ハリー・ポッターと謎のプリンス 해리 포터와 혼혈왕자 哈利·波特与混血王子
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Where to watch Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince by country
| Country | Streaming on |
|---|---|
| India | Disney+ Hotstar |
| Indonesia | iflix, Catchplay, HBO Max |
| Japan | Prime Video, Hulu |
| Malaysia | iflix, HBO Max |
| Pakistan | HBO Max |
| Philippines | iflix, HBO Max |
| South Korea | Wavve |
| Thailand | iflix, HBO Max |
| Turkey | TV+, HBO Max |
| United Arab Emirates | Shahid |
| United Kingdom | HBO Max, Sky Cinema, ITVX |
| United States | fuboTV, HBO Max, Peacock, YouTube TV |
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Why this score?
- Celluloid's editorial rating is positive (83/100).
- General viewers mostly liked it (78%).
- Metascore is generally favorable (78/100).
- Celluloid Score 77% combines 4 rating inputs; audience sentiment is shown separately. Consult the source notes for verification dates where recorded.
Best for
- Viewers who want a well-regarded adventure, fantasy pick
- Epic-length viewers who want a big-screen experience
Not ideal for
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Is Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince worth watching?
Yes — Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince earns a 77% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits viewers who want a well-regarded adventure, fantasy pick. Read our full review (4/5).
Celluloid verdict
A romance-and-memory potion chapter — quieter than the finales, but crucial Voldemort origin lore before the war fully detonates.
Kaiser Khan, Founder & Editor
Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one.
What is Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince about?
Dumbledore tries to prepare Harry for the final battle with Voldemort while Death Eaters wreak havoc in both Muggle and Wizard worlds.
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Critic Reviews
Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince Review: Dark Memories
★★★★☆
Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince mixes teenage romance with Voldemort's past. It is the series' most beautiful-looking film and its quietest before the war.
Yes. It is a handsome, funny and ominous sixth chapter that fans should not skip, though its romantic detours and slow build will frustrate action seekers.
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Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince: frequently asked questions
Is Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince worth watching?
Yes. Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince (2009) has a Celluloid Score of 77%, averaged from the available Celluloid editorial, Metascore, Letterboxd and IMDb ratings. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Audience sentiment is shown separately and does not change the score.
Where can I watch Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince?
In the United States, Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince streams on fuboTV, HBO Max, Peacock, YouTube TV with a subscription, and you can rent it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube. Elsewhere: Disney+ Hotstar in India; iflix, Catchplay, HBO Max in Indonesia; Prime Video, Hulu in Japan; iflix, HBO Max in Malaysia. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.
How long is Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince?
Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince runs 2 hours 33 minutes (153 minutes).
What is Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince rated?
Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince is rated PG in the United States, 12A in the UK, M in Australia, PG in Canada and ALL in South Korea. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.
Who stars in Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince?
Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince is directed by David Yates and stars Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, Rupert Grint, Alan Rickman, Maggie Smith.
What is the Metascore for Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince?
Metacritic's Metascore for Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince is 78 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.
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