this Harry Potter All of the films are iconic, although some of them impress from the start. From Dumbledore taking Harry to the Dursleys, to the Death Eaters case, every movie has an impressive opening scene.
When ranking them, some specific openings stand out more than others for reasons like how memorable they are or how much they set the plot and tone of their respective films.
Prisoner of Azkaban
Although many people think Prisoner of Azkaban become the best Harry Potter The movie, its opening frankly makes no sense. Magicians in training aren’t allowed to perform magic outside of school, and indeed, the movie finally makes a serious point about that. So while Harry’s attempt to use Brightness and avoid Vernon from catching him is compelling enough, it might make viewers question why Harry wasn’t fired for it.
Also, while the scene fits the film’s theme of finding the light in the dark, it doesn’t really add anything to the plot and feels a bit pointless compared to the prologues. other.
Deathly Hallows: Part 2
Although the stakes are high and the movie itself is great, Deathly Hallows part 2 The opening ceremony was not so grand. Admittedly, seeing Dobby’s grave was heartbreaking, but the moment was brief, so audiences didn’t really get a chance to mourn him before being forced to watch a rather boring scene inside the side cabin. coast. The tombstone is iconic and it has resulted in many Dobby-specific tattoos that fans will love.
To be fair, the opening scene of Snape and the Dementors overlooking Hogwarts is certainly ominous enough to keep viewers invested.
fire Cup
This opening feels very different from the others, as it focuses on supporting characters that the audience has never met and will never see again. The film follows the Riddle family gardener, a Muggle named Frank Bryce, as he bravely confronts Voldemort before his death.
The opening is an unusual tragedy for the franchise, as Frank seems to have to endure the rest of his life after being accused of murdering his family, until he himself is killed. Witnessing the scene of an old man being murdered certainly shows how terrifying Voldemort is, and the threat it poses only increases as the movie progresses.
Half-Blood Prince
This opening is arguably one of the saddest moments Harry Potter franchise, this is the scene where Harry faces the media while grieving the loss of his godfather, Sirius Black. There are no lines, only strings, making the audience feel how hurt Harry is.
Not only that, the opening scene also includes Death Eaters attacking London. They capture people from Diagon Alley and shoot them into the air, indicating a new bloodbath. They also tear down the Millennium Bridge, bringing the conflict into the Muggle world and creating a truly memorable opening scene.
Deathly Hallows: Part 1
This opening really helps establish that the front lines are being drawn. This scene takes place after Rufus Scrimgeour’s speech, in which he describes how dark things have become in the wizarding world. As he speaks, the audience sees the Dursleys leave Privet Avenue, the Weasleys look worried, and Hermione forgets her parents for a heartbreaking moment.
The speech is great because it feels very dramatic. Rufus is the character Voldemort killed himself, so seeing him stand firm against the Death Eaters is almost a sight of tragic irony. Overall, this scene sets the tone for the entire movie.
secret room
Although a bit more mundane than the other openings, the scene is memorable. It features Harry’s return to the Dursleys, an interesting feature of the previous films in the series. Vernon was having dinner at work, so he prepared the whole family to take on their roles. He asked Harry what he was going to do that night, evoking Harry’s signature line, “I’ll stay in my bedroom, make no noise, pretend I don’t exist.”
The opening also makes viewers’ hearts flutter when Harry looks at a picture of his parents, reminding the audience of his character’s tragedy.
Order of the Phoenix
in spite of Order of the Phoenix Arguably the movie’s worst ending, it certainly has one of the best openings. The film has an action-packed and dark opening that goes well with the film’s tone, as this is where the battle with Voldemort really begins.
It still manages to give an idea of how mundane and tragic Harry’s life really is before the action kicks in, as Dudley taunts Harry about losing his parents. The scene turns dire when the dementors attack and Harry must do everything he can to save himself and his cousin. Overall, it’s definitely an eye-catching opening.
magic stone
This scene can be considered one of the most iconic movie opening scenes of all time. Even those who aren’t diehard fans of the series know the scene where Dumbledore and Minerva McGonagall drop baby Harry Potter off the Dursleys’ doorstep, just as his parents are killed and Voldemort is temporarily defeated after a few hours.
The scene is full of mystery, charm and emotion, especially when Hagrid joins the party. The acting is superb, the iconic soundtrack is magical the first time it plays, and overall, it’s the perfect start to such a successful series.