Where to Watch Harry Potter on Netflix in 2024? A Complete Guide

So you browsed Netflix thoroughly and couldn’t find any Harry Potter movies? Don’t worry; that was to be expected, depending on where you are.

However, that doesn’t mean your streaming video life has to remain Potterless. We’ve got you covered. This article will show you everything you need to know about where to watch Harry Potter films on Netflix and enjoy them to your heart’s content. And the best news is that it doesn’t need any magic. A bit of tech expertise is more than enough. Even if you lack it, we will show you how to do it so clearly that even Mr. Weasley could!

Here is the quick guide to watching Harry Potter on Netflix in 2024

If you are a more experienced user and want to get the gist of this article so you can start enjoying the Harry Potter series right away, here’s a quick guide. However, if you need more information or detailed instructions, we will flesh everything out for you later in this article.

If you want to unblock the Harry Potter movies on Netflix, follow these simple steps:

Best VPNs to stream Harry Potter movies on Netflix – Quick list

Below are the best VPNs to watch Harry Potter from anywhere on Netflix:

Which countries have Harry Potter content available on Netflix?

As of 2024, Netflix offers Harry Potter movies in eleven countries: Switzerland, Spain, Portugal, Poland, New Zealand, Australia, France, Canada, Brazil, Belgium, and Argentina.

Even in some of those countries, the offer is limited. For example, Argentinian users can only watch “Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix,” Brazilian users can also see it, and “Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince.” In addition, Canadians will only get access to the last three installments of the franchise. The other countries on the list have access to every movie in the Potter saga.

How do you get to see Harry Potter from anywhere on Netflix? You can “be” in Switzerland for Netflix by being in Switzerland. You can connect to the service through a Swiss-based server in a VPN. That’s the trick!

Why is Netflix blocking me from streaming Harry Potter from their website?

Because of copyright issues and licensing agreements, Netflix can’t show all its content in every country. When you log into Netflix, the server looks at your IP address. That tells Netflix the country from which you’re connecting. Then, the server will offer you the content it’s authorized to show for your country of residence.

The procedure described above shows that if Netflix sees you as being in a country where it can’t show Harry Potter movies, it won’t show you any in the catalog.

So now you know the reason. Harry Potter movies are not equally available worldwide because Netflix offers different catalogs or libraries for every country. So, a Netflix USA user and a Netflix UK user will never have the same access to shows or movies — no two countries of the world share the same Netflix catalog. So, for example, if you’re in the UK, you can see “Friends” on Netflix, but not if you are in the United States.

It happens because Netflix has to pay a license to deliver any show or movie in a given jurisdiction. And the content producers must also agree that they want Netflix to distribute their content in that country.

So, you see, it’s a combination of things. First, the copyright owner of a given movie must want Netflix to show it in your country. Second, Netflix has to agree, sign an agreement, and pay for a license. So you need several things to line up to enjoy the shows and movies you’d like in your country. And that’s why Netflix can’t show movies from Harry Potter in every country.

However, you can bypass those restrictions if you spoof your IP address to make it look from elsewhere — from a country that enjoys full Harry Potter access.

In short, if you get a good, reliable Netflix VPN service, unblocking Harry Potter movies on Netflix is possible and straightforward.

The best VPNs to enjoy Harry Potter on Netflix

As we stated, a good VPN is the key to unlocking Harry Potter’s magic on Netflix. However, the VPN market is fraught with options of all kinds, and not every vendor will do what you need in this case. That’s why you must pick a top-notch provider that gives you stable connections, high enough speeds to support a video stream for two hours, servers in all the right countries, and maybe an extra feature to help you with other things.

We tested the best VPNs on the internet, so you don’t have to. And we found the top three VPN services that will do the best job for you. Here are the winners.

1. NordVPN

We’ve tried many VPNs on the market for almost any task. In nearly every case, NordVPN emerges as the best VPN service, regardless of the job you intend to accomplish.

NordVPN has an impressive server network among our three selected VPNs. In addition, the service provider combines high speeds, military-grade security, and reasonable pricing, depending on your chosen plan. You can have the full premium service for 3.99 USD monthly.

The download speeds are very fast at 85.75 Mbps (in a 100 Mbps connection), and the upload speeds are 44.78 Mbps. Moreover, its stable server connections ensure a smooth video viewing experience, even at HD resolution, with little or no buffering.

Every server in the NordVPN network is optimized for video streaming. Plus, it encrypts all the traffic with AES (Advanced Encryption Standard) 256-bit encryption, which remains the safest algorithm. In addition, the network prevents DNS and IP leaks. Finally, and most importantly, it sticks to a strict zero-logging policy, which guarantees the protection of your privacy.

Your subscription is suitable for six simultaneous connections into the network. That means you can simultaneously have six computers, phones, or tablets streaming your Netflix content.

Read NordVPN’s comprehensive review

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2. ExpressVPN

ExpressVPN has been offering its customers fantastic VPN services for a long time. So, it’s had the time to earn an almost unparalleled reputation in the industry. It is the favorite VPN network for many reviewers. And if you want to use it to bypass the geo-location restrictions preventing you from watching Harry Potter movies on Netflix, it will work, too.

ExpressVPN encrypts all incoming and outgoing traffic using AES-256, the industry (and military) standard for secure communications. The network includes over 3,000 nodes in 94 countries, so you’re covered wherever you are.

Of course, the important thing for you is a Potterhead to have servers that can unlock the Potter movies. Fortunately, ExpressVPN has many servers in eleven countries where Netflix offers Potter movies. So you can’t miss it.

ExpressVPN has the fastest speeds on our list (91 Mbps/55.7 Mbps). But it’s also the most expensive option. The service costs 6.67 USD monthly, even if you choose the extended subscription. So you’ll get a few Mbps extra, which might not suffice for you to pick it over NordVPN or Surfshark. However, each of the three VPNs suggested here has perfectly suitable speeds for watching Harry Potter movies on Netflix.

You can connect five devices concurrently to the ExpressVPN network without bandwidth caps.

Read ExpressVPN’s comprehensive review

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3. Surfshark

Surfshark is a relatively new VPN service that has made a name for itself in the VPN universe. Its disruptive approach is to offer an excellent service close to the best VPNs at a fraction of the price.

The network spans 100 countries and includes over 3200 nodes (the servers). The Harry Potter enthusiasts will be happy to learn that Surfshark has many high-speed servers in those Netflix countries where the complete Harry Potter catalog is available.

The speeds are slightly lower than those we found at NordVPN (78.3 Mbps upload, 37 Mbps download).

Encryption is also AES 256-bit, which is unbreakable so far, and that’s just one of many fantastic security features. In addition, while NordVPN gives you six concurrent connections, Surfshark gives you unlimited connections to the network. That’s right, and you can connect as many devices as you’d like with a single account.

You can get the whole Surfshark experience for as little as 2.39 USD monthly. It’s the most bang for your buck you can get from one of the industry’s top VPNs.

So Surfshark gives you everything you need to watch Harry Potter movies on Netflix at a meager price and more excellent reliability.

Read Surfshark’s comprehensive review

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Can I see the Harry Potter movies on Netflix using a free VPN?

It’s a very doubtful proposition. Netflix is in a permanent war with the world’s VPN providers, always trying to find better ways to block them. The best VPNs in the business, such as those mentioned, know this, and they are so good that they always manage to keep one step ahead.

In the case of free VPNs, Netflix knows them. It has their number and knows how to detect and block them. So unless you have a free VPN that recently refreshed all its IP addresses, the chances are that you won’t be able to unblock the Harry Potter material on Netflix.

Moreover, free VPNs seldom have the speeds and connection stability you need to support long HD video streams. So, even in the unlikely event that you unlock the Harry Potter material on Netflix, your viewing experience will likely be rough and unsatisfactory.

Which Harry Potter movies can I watch on Netflix?

As you surely already know, the Harry Potter saga includes eight movies. Each of them is available for you to watch on Netflix. Namely:

Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone (2001)

This is the first movie in which the audience meets Harry’s closest friends, Ron and Hermione. Saving the sorcerer’s stone from Voldemort, the most powerful dark wizard, is a test the three wouldn’t tackle as first-year Hogwarts students.

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Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (2002)

Harry Potter learns about Voldemort and the Chamber of Secrets in this film. Also, Harry discovers Tom Ridley’s diary, which teleports him to the era when the Dark Lord was a young orphan learning at Hogwarts, just like him.

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Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban (2004)

We learn more about Harry Potter’s parents and their friends in this movie. One of them is Harry Potter’s godfather, a wanted escapee from the Azkaban prison.

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Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire (2005)

The film entails a wizard competition. It is the first emotional scene in the game where Harry loses one of his friends.

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Harry Potter and the Order of Phoenix (2007)

Harry Potter must cope with his psychological issues, commanding Dumbledore’s army and the terrifying Headmistress. Furthermore, there is a battle with disastrous outcomes in the end.

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Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince (2009)

In the 6th film, Harry has the chance to spend more time with Dumbledore and collaborate with him closely on a secret mission to eradicate the Horcruxes. Along with Draco’s psychological difficulties, Hermione and Ron add more drama.

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Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1 (2010)

This marks the beginning of the end. Our favorite trio is forced to flee to complete their mission of destroying the remaining Horcruxes. The film deals with loss, some tragic.

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Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2 (2011)

The final part presents a fight between good and evil. Harry Potter fights the Death Eaters with assistance from his pals and teachers. Towards the end, he raises his wand to Voldemort in resistance one last time.

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The one that is unavailable on Netflix

Harry Potter 20th Anniversary: Return to Hogwarts (2022)

This film depicts the characters reuniting and reflecting on their past adventures while shooting the renowned franchise on vintage movie sets. Unfortunately, it is only accessible on HBO Max.

Fans globally were disappointed to learn that HBO Max would only be available in the United States due to geo-restrictions. Luckily, using NordVPN, you can unblock HBO Max from anywhere.

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How to stream Harry Potter on different devices

Like most streaming services, Netflix lets you watch your favorite movies and shows on multiple devices. Although configuring a VPN varies with every gadget, some are more complex than others. We have covered all of them below.

Stream Harry Potter on desktop (Mac & Windows)

1. Sign up for a reliable VPN service ideal for Mac and Windows, such as NordVPN. 
2. Download and install the VPN app from the vendor’s official website.
3. Connect to a server in a country where Harry Potter is currently accessible.
4. Launch your Netflix app and look for Harry Potter.
5. Begin streaming Harry Potter on Netflix. 

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Stream Harry Potter on Phone (iOS & Android)

1. Subscribe to a top-notch VPN service like NordVPN. 
2. Install the VPN from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.
3. Select a server where Harry Potter movies are available.
4. Launch the Netflix app and search for the Harry Potter movies.
5. Start enjoying the Harry Potter movies.

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Watch Harry Potter on Smart TVs

1. Choose a VPN provider that works with smart TVs, such as NordVPN.
2. Configure the VPN on your router and connect your smart TV to the newly encrypted network.
3. Pick a server in a country (Switzerland, Turkey, Portugal, or France) to stream Harry Potter movies on Netflix.
4. Install or launch the Netflix app on your Smart TV. Sign into your account.
5. Enter ‘Harry Potter’ in the search bar and stream.

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Watch Harry Potter on Apple TV

1. Pick a top-tier VPN for streaming. We recommend NordVPN. 
2. Manually setup the VPN on your router, then connect your Apple TV to the protected network.
3. Connect to a country’s servers whose Netflix library offers Harry Potter movies.
4. Switch on your Apple TV, navigate to the App Store, and download the Netflix app. Create or sign into your account.
5. Start watching Harry Potter movies on Netflix.

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Stream Harry Potter on Roku

1. Reset your Roku device.
2. Download and install a reliable VPN service on your router, such as NordVPN. 
3. Select an ideal server location offering Harry Potter movies.
4. Connect Roku to your TV and navigate to the Channel Store.
5. Look for the Netflix channel, connect, and sign in to your account.
6. Enjoy streaming the thrilling Harry Potter movies on Netflix.

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Stream Harry Potter on game consoles (PlayStation & Xbox)

1.  Pick a premium VPN service provider for gaming consoles, such as NordVPN.
2. Configure the VPN service on your router and connect your PlayStation or Xbox to a secure network.
3. Select a server situated in a country where Harry Potter is accessible.
4. Start your game console, go to the TV and Video icon on the home screen, and click on the Netflix app. Create or sign into your account.
5. Start streaming Harry Potter movies.

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Harry Potter and the other streaming platforms

Netflix is not the only option for you to see the Harry Potter movies on a streaming website. These movies are among the most popular, so plenty of other content streaming platforms are eager to show them. Among those different options are:

The Harry Potter movies on iTunes

iTunes offers the complete Harry Potter series collection for 79.99 USD.

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Harry Potter on Google Play Movies

Google Play also has the entire Harry Potter collection to buy or rent. If you are an Android TV user, you can even sync your account once you’ve rented the movies and watched them on your TV.

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Harry Potter on Peacock

Peacock also has all the Harry Potter movies, and you can see them as quickly as on Netflix using a server among the VPNs we’ve suggested. In the case of Peacock, you must choose a US server.

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Watching Harry Potter on HBO Max

The procedure for watching the movie on this platform is the same as with Netflix, except you would pick a US-based server.

HBO Max includes the Harry Potter movies in the catalog of several additional countries (Ireland, Mexico, Philippines, Malaysia, India, South Africa, Germany, and Italy). So you have more options, server-wise, to choose from to find the smoothest connections for you.

Also, if you wish to watch the Harry Potter Reunion Special, you’d be happy to know you can watch it exclusively on HBO Max. Yes, Netflix has all the previous eight Harry Potter movies, but The Reunion Special is only available to stream on HBO Max.

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Harry Potter on Now TV

The British platform Now TV offers all the Harry Potter movies for a monthly fee of 11.99 GBP.

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Harry Potter in Binge

Binge is an Australian streaming service with the entire Harry Potter series. You can watch them by subscribing to the series at 10 AUD monthly.

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Can you watch Harry Potter movies for free on Netflix in 2024?

Unfortunately, Netflix has discontinued its free trial, and you cannot stream Harry Potter films for free on Netflix. On the other hand, you may download the Harry Potter torrent or watch it on platforms such as Popcorn Time or Kodi.

However, Popcorn Time, Kodi, and Torrent use P2P technology, which is forbidden in many countries, including the UK and the United States. If the authorities catch you torrenting copyrighted content, they can take legal action against you and even face jail time.

Can’t find Harry Potter movie on Netflix?

If you discover that the Harry Potter movies are missing after completing the above instructions, follow the steps below to resolve the issue.

• Connect to a different server: Netflix may block VPN IP addresses if the system flags many individuals using the same address. The solution is to connect to another server of the same country. 
• Clear web cache and cookies: If you use a browser, delete cache and cookies since they have details about your location. Netflix can easily see where you are streaming from and block you from accessing your preferred library abroad.
• Watch out for IP/DNS leaks: IP addresses and DNS requests also reveal your location. Therefore, if either of them is visible, Netflix will block your connection. You can perform leak tests on sites such as dnsleaktest.com or ipleak.net.
•  Disable GPS tracking: Turn off GPS location monitoring on your mobile device because it may interfere with Netflix location alteration. The only thing visible to the system should be the VPN IP address.
• Install fresh TAP drivers: Setting up various VPNs on your router may corrupt the TAP drivers. Because they are essential for the VPN to get started, you must remove the current ones and install new ones.

If the above steps fail to resolve your issue, contact your VPN provider’s customer support for additional troubleshooting advice. We recommend using a reliable VPN service like NordVPN to avoid such problems.

Will Harry Potter movies come to US Netflix?

The Harry Potter films are unlikely to be available on US Netflix because the whole collection has already been licensed to other US-based platforms, notably HBO Max. These films were accessible on US Netflix at the start of 2021 but have since been removed.

The company claims that the movies were set to be available on American Netflix for a limited duration. Then, the catalog became inaccessible to US viewers once the arrangement expired.

Netflix has nothing against Harry Potter fans; it was just too late to get the franchise’s streaming rights for the US. This means we are not expecting Harry Potter to come to Netflix USA soon, but we are ready for a surprise!

Conclusion

We hear you if you’re a big Harry Potter fan who wants to enjoy the movies repeatedly! Indeed, we’re huge fans too. And if the inability to see them from Netflix (or some of the other streaming platforms we’ve mentioned) was cramping your style, then you’ll be happy to know that a simple solution exists at a reasonable price.

And now that you know the secret, you can share it with many of your fellow Potterheads. Tell them they can find their way to Hogwarts with a quality VPN such as NordVPN without showing up at King’s Cross to catch the Hogwarts Express! It’s cheaper, and muggles can do it too.

As we’ve shown you, Netflix coverage for Harry Potter material is irregular worldwide (as with HBO Max and most other platforms). However, that doesn’t need to stop you. All you need to do is spoof your IP address to appear in one of those countries with Potter coverage available.

Signing up for a great VPN will give you many other benefits besides the Potter movies. You’ll be protected from hackers and safe online at those public WiFi hotspots, which are every hacker’s wet dream. Your ISP won’t be able to keep an eye on your activities. The list is endless.

But the best thing about the suggested VPNs is that none logs your activity. That’s how you know your privacy is protected – remember that security and privacy are not just tech matters. The policy goes far in those issues, maybe further away than technology alone.

You can take our word on this: having a good VPN as your ally will unlock as many possibilities as if you had the Marauder’s Map in your hands! Stay safe!

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