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Mattel Celebrates 25 Years of ‘Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone’ With New Collectible Dolls
Mattel has launched a new range of collectible fashion dolls to mark the 25th anniversary of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone, the 2001 film that began the Harry Potter movie franchise. The collection recreates the film's original Golden Trio—Harry Potter, Ron Weasley and Hermione Granger—in their Hogwarts uniforms, offering fans a nostalgic tie-in to the milestone.
Each doll is dressed in Gryffindor robes with screen-inspired details and character accessories, including wands, and features a posable design; the Harry Potter doll stands 10.43 inches tall, while the Hermione doll has bendable joints allowing spell-casting poses. Prices range from $16.19 to $19.99. The anniversary celebrations also extend to other products, including a refreshed 25-Year Anniversary Edition paperback box set of all seven books (priced at $68, down 13% from $77.95) and DVD/Blu-ray reissues of the original film.
In short
- Mattel releases collectible dolls marking 25 years of the first Harry Potter film.
- Dolls depict Harry, Ron and Hermione in Hogwarts uniforms, priced $16–$20.
- Anniversary also brings a refreshed book box set and film reissues.
Explained simply
Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone is a 2001 film that launched one of the world's biggest entertainment franchises. The film introduced audiences to a young wizard named Harry and his friends attending a magical boarding school, which became so popular it has remained beloved for over two decades.
Mattel, the toy company known for Barbie dolls, has released a new collection of action figures to mark the 25th anniversary of that first film. Anniversary editions are common in the entertainment industry because they appeal to long-time fans and provide opportunities for companies to celebrate milestones.
The Harry Potter franchise remains hugely profitable for its owner Warner Bros, with merchandise and re-releases contributing to its financial value. This anniversary collection is part of a broader celebration including new editions of the books and films, showing how the series continues to attract audiences decades after its debut.
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