Movies About Black Magic

From David Yates, starring Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, Rupert Grint, Michael Gambon
Rated PG-13

The final installment of the Harry Potter film series, "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2" (2011) directed by David Yates, is the climactic conclusion of the epic fantasy adventures of the young wizard Harry Potter (Daniel Radcliffe). After finding and destroying the remaining Horcruxes that contain pieces of Voldemort’s (Ralph Fiennes) soul, Harry, Ron (Rupert Grint) and Hermione (Emma Watson) set off on a dangerous mission to find and destroy the Dark Lord. Despite the obstacles they face, they are eventually able to locate him and engage him in a final battle of good vs. evil. With the help of their friends and allies, Harry and his cohorts are able to defeat Voldemort and restore peace to the wizarding world.

From Alfonso Cuarón, starring Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, Rupert Grint, Richard Griffiths
Rated PG

Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban (2004) is the third installment in the Harry Potter series directed by Alfonso Cuarón. The film follows the young wizard Harry Potter as he returns to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry for his third year of studies. He soon learns that an escaped prisoner, Sirius Black, has come to Hogwarts to hunt him down. With the help of his friends Ron and Hermione, Harry must discover the truth behind the mystery of Sirius Black and uncover the dark forces that threaten the safety of the school. Along the way, Harry learns more about his past and the power of magic, while facing the daunting challenges of adolescence and growing up.

From Mike Newell, starring Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, Rupert Grint, Eric Sykes
Rated PG-13

Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire is a 2005 fantasy film based on the novel of the same name by J. K. Rowling. The film follows Harry Potter as he competes in the dangerous Triwizard Tournament while Lord Voldemort the Dark Lord is gathering strength. Directed by Mike Newell, the film stars Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint, and Emma Watson as Harry, Ron Weasley, and Hermione Granger. The film opens with a stormy night at the Quidditch World Cup, where the champions of the Triwizard Tournament are announced. To everyone's surprise, Harry Potter's name is magically produced from the Goblet of Fire. Despite the protests of Albus Dumbledore and the Ministry of Magic, Harry is forced to participate in the tournament. Along the way, Harry must face dragons, merpeople, and his own worst fears as he battles dangerous opponents and a deadly plot in which Lord Voldemort is gaining power. In the end, Harry and his friends triumph over Voldemort's forces and return to Hogwarts for their fourth year of studies.

From David Yates, starring Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, Rupert Grint, Bill Nighy
Rated PG-13

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1 is the seventh installment in the Harry Potter film series. Directed by David Yates, the film follows Harry, Ron and Hermione as they search for the remaining Horcruxes of Lord Voldemort in order to finally defeat him. The trio is aided by the Order of the Phoenix and must battle against the Death Eaters, led by Malfoy and Bellatrix Lestrange. Along the way, they discover the mysterious Deathly Hallows, three powerful magical objects which they must learn to master in order to complete their mission. In their quest, they must also come to terms with the deaths of those they love and make difficult decisions that will shape the future of the wizarding world.

From Chris Columbus, starring Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint, Richard Harris, Maggie Smith
Rated PG

Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone is a 2001 fantasy film based on the novel of the same name by J.K. Rowling. The film follows Harry Potter, an orphaned boy who discovers that he possesses magical powers and is actually a wizard. He is invited to attend Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, where he quickly makes friends and comes face-to-face with an evil wizard who seeks the sorcerer’s stone, a powerful object that could make him immortal. With the help of his friends, Harry must protect the stone from the dark wizard and save the wizarding world. Along the way, he learns the importance of courage, friendship, and loyalty.

From David Yates, starring Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, Rupert Grint, Michael Gambon
Rated PG

"Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" is the sixth installment in the Harry Potter film series. In this sixth film, Harry Potter (Daniel Radcliffe) and his best friends Ron Weasley (Rupert Grint) and Hermione Granger (Emma Watson) are back at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry for their sixth year. They soon discover a mysterious textbook belonging to the "Half-Blood Prince", which holds powerful dark magic. As the trio attempt to uncover the secrets of the Prince, Lord Voldemort's (Ralph Fiennes) dark forces grow stronger. With the help of Professor Dumbledore (Michael Gambon), they must fight against evil and save the wizarding world. The film is filled with laughs, tears, and a lot of magical adventure.

From Matthew Vaughn, starring Charlie Cox, Claire Danes, Sienna Miller, Ian McKellen
Rated PG-13

Stardust is a 2007 British-American romantic fantasy adventure film directed by Matthew Vaughn and based on Neil Gaiman's 1999 novel of the same name. The film follows a young man named Tristan (Charlie Cox) who enters a magical realm in search of a fallen star in order to win the heart of his beloved (Sienna Miller). Along the way he encounters a series of fantastical creatures, all while trying to avoid the evil witch Lamia (Michelle Pfieffer) and her minions. With the help of a friendly pirate (Robert De Niro) and a few other unlikely allies, Tristan must find the star and bring it back to the kingdom of Stormhold before it is too late. This comedic, action-packed fantasy film is sure to delight both Gaiman and Vaughn fans alike.

From David Yates, starring Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, Rupert Grint, Brendan Gleeson
Rated PG-13

"Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix" is the fifth installment of the magical fantasy series directed by David Yates. It follows Harry Potter (Daniel Radcliffe) as he faces off against his nemesis, Lord Voldemort (Ralph Fiennes), and the dark forces that threaten the wizarding world. With the help of his friends, Professor Dumbledore (Michael Gambon) and Professor McGonagall (Maggie Smith), Harry leads a secret organization of students, known as “The Order of the Phoenix,” in a fight against the Ministry of Magic and its new oppressive leader, Dolores Umbridge (Imelda Staunton). As the battle between good and evil intensifies, Harry discovers his own inner strength and learns the importance of friendship. The film culminates in an epic showdown between Harry Potter and Lord Voldemort, which ultimately decides the fate of the wizarding world.

From Chris Columbus, starring Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint, Emma Watson, Richard Harris
Rated PG

From Kasi Lemmons, starring Samuel L. Jackson, Jurnee Smollett, Meagan Good, Lynn Whitfield
Rated R

From Kenny Ortega, starring Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker, Kathy Najimy, Omri Katz
Rated PG

From Nicolas Roeg, starring Anjelica Huston, Mai Zetterling, Jasen Fisher, Rowan Atkinson
Rated PG

From George A. Romero, starring Hal Holbrook, Leslie Nielsen, Adrienne Barbeau, E.G. Marshall
Rated R

From Clint Eastwood, starring John Cusack, Kevin Spacey, Jack Thompson, Irma P. Hall
Rated R

From Iain Softley, starring Kate Hudson, Peter Sarsgaard, Joy Bryant, Gena Rowlands
Rated PG-13

From George Miller, starring Jack Nicholson, Cher, Susan Sarandon, Michelle Pfeiffer
Rated R

From Directors: Daniel Myrick, Eduardo Sánchez, starring Heather Donahue, Michael C. Williams, Joshua Leonard, Bob Griffin
Rated R

From Andrew Fleming, starring Robin Tunney, Fairuza Balk, Neve Campbell, Rachel True
Rated R

From Wes Craven, starring Bill Pullman, Cathy Tyson, Zakes Mokae, Paul Winfield
Rated R

From Griffin Dunne, starring Sandra Bullock, Nicole Kidman, Stockard Channing, Dianne Wiest
Rated PG-13

From Jon Turteltaub, starring Nicolas Cage, Jay Baruchel, Alfred Molina, Teresa Palmer
Rated PG

From M.J. Bassett, starring James Purefoy, Max von Sydow, Rachel Hurd-Wood, Pete Postlethwaite
Rated R

From Rupert Sanders, starring Kristen Stewart, Chris Hemsworth, Charlize Theron, Sam Claflin
Rated PG-13

From Dorian Walker, starring Robyn Lively, Dan Gauthier, Joshua John Miller, Caren Kaye
Rated PG-13

From Tom Holland, starring Robert John Burke, Joe Mantegna, Lucinda Jenney, Bethany Joy Lenz
Rated R