How to Watch Harry Potter Online

Harry Potter is one of the most successful film franchises, and it is not surprising that every streaming service wants the series in its library. Over the years, the Harry Potter movies have jumped from one streaming service to another as companies fight it out over its valuable rights. For this reason, you may be unsure where or how to watch your favorite wizard films.

If you’re interested in wizards, magic, and dark lords who want to destroy the world and want to know where and how to watch Harry Potter, read below.

How to Watch Harry Potter on Max

Currently, one of the places you can watch all eight Harry Potter films is on Max (formerly HBO Max). However, the catch is that you can only enjoy these magical masterpieces on the streaming service if you live in the United States.

1. Sign up for Max by going to the Max official website and clicking Sign Up Now.
2. Create your account by choosing a plan and following the automated instructions.
   
3. Enter your payment details and select Start Subscription.
   
4. Set up your Max profile so you’re ready to stream.
5. Type “Harry Potter” into the search box and select the movie you wish to watch.
   

If you are outside the US, you can change your location and watch Max anywhere using a VPN.

How to Watch Harry Potter on Max on Your Phone

The world is fast becoming more and more mobile-centric. Therefore, you may wish to watch Harry and his friends battle the dark lord on your mobile device. However, just as you do to watch Max on a non-mobile device, you will again have to be within the U.S. to download and use the Max app.

This is how to watch the Harry Potter movies on Max on your phone:

1. Go to the Apple App Store or Google Play on your phone.
2. Search for and download the Max app onto your phone.
3. Open the Max app and choose the subscription plan that works for you.
   
4. Set up your account as directed.
   
5. Insert your payment information as directed.
   
6. Search for “Harry Potter” and enjoy the films.

How to Watch Harry Potter on Peacock

The other streaming platform that will let you revel in the magic and mayhem of the Harry Potter films is Peacock. The two streamers have traded the legendary movie rights back and forth for years and have shared custody.

The Harry Potter movies streaming on Peacock are the extended version with all the deleted scenes re-added, which you won’t find on the versions streaming on Max. Unfortunately, similar to Max, it’s only available for U.S. viewers.

Do note that there is a limitation on how many devices you can use Peacock.

1. Visit Peacocktv.com and click Pick A Plan to sign up.
2. Pick the subscription plan you want.
3. Fill in the information as prompted and select Create Account.
   
4. Log into Peacock and search for Harry Potter, to start watching.

How to Watch Harry Potter on Peacock on Your Phone

Your phone is almost always by your side, so watching the Harry Potter film series is a great way to pass the time when you’re out of the house. You can download the Peacock app and watch Harry and his friends wherever you are.

Follow the below steps to watch Harry Potter on Peacock on your phone:

1. Tap on your mobile device’s Apple App Store or Google Play Store.
2. Enter Peacock TV into the search bar.
3. Download the application onto your phone.
4. Once downloaded, open the app.
5. Select your subscription plan.
6. Follow the instructions to set up your account and enter your payment info.
7. Locate the Harry Potter film you want to watch and go.

How to Rent or Buy Harry Potter on Amazon

Amazon’s Prime Video has an extensive catalog of entertaining content that comes with a subscription. However, unlike other streaming services, they also have a range of films and television shows you can purchase or rent, including the Harry Potter series. Thus, this separates them from other streamers in terms of the sheer scale of content. Additionally, it’s accessible in many countries, not just in America.

You don’t need an Amazon Prime membership to watch content via Prime Video. Essentially, you can rent or buy the Harry Potter films without subscribing to Amazon Prime.

1. On your browser, go to PrimeVideo.com.
2. Browse the library and locate “Harry Potter.”
3. Select the Harry Potter movie you wish to watch.
   
4. Choose either Subscribe, Rent, or Buy.
   
5. Sign in or create an Amazon account.
6. Confirm your purchase by clicking Continue to finalize.

You can use the Prime Video app on your phone to rent or buy Harry Potter from the Amazon Prime Video Store.

Other Ways to Watch Harry Potter

Max, Peacock, and Amazon may be the only three streamers with the Harry Potter films locked away in their libraries. However, two of these options require subscribing. More importantly, Max and Peacock are limited to U.S. audiences only. Fortunately, some workarounds will allow you to watch these magical adventures no matter where you’re in the world.

• VPN: Purchasing and utilizing a VPN for Max is a great way to bypass restrictions on streaming services that make them available only in specific locations. Furthermore, many VPNs are affordable so that they won’t break the bank. However, besides a VPN, if you want to sign up for either Max or Peacock TV, you will need a U.S.-issued credit card.
• DVD: Watching Harry Potter on DVD requires zero subscription or rental fees and no filling out online forms. The only catch is that you have to own a DVD player; nowadays, those aren’t so common. However, if you still own a DVD player, you can pick up all of the Harry Potter DVDs online or in-store cheaply.

A Little Magic Goes a Long Way

Fantasy movies offer an escape from real life, which explains much of the popularity of the Harry Potter film series. Fortunately, a wide variety of options will let you watch these classic films. So, grab your wizard hat, get the popcorn ready, and enjoy.