---
title: "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince"
year: 2009
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/harry-potter-and-the-half-blood-prince-2009"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 767
imdb_id: "tt0417741"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 153
community_rating: 7.7
vote_count: 20939
content_rating: "PG"
---

# Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince (2009) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/harry-potter-and-the-half-blood-prince-2009

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince is a fantasy film directed by David Yates from a screenplay by Steve Kloves. The film is based on the novel of the same name by J. K. Rowling. It has been rated 7.6 out of 10 on IMDb based on 663,244 ratings and has a rating of 83% on Rotten Tomatoes based on 279 reviews. The film follows Harry Potter as he begins his sixth year at Hogwarts. Dumbledore tries to prepare Harry for the final battle with Voldemort while Death Eaters wreak havoc in both Muggle and Wizard worlds. The film features Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, Rupert Grint, and Michael Gambon. David Yates directed the film which was released in 2009. The story is also visually stunning and emotionally satisfying, with some reviewers finding it dark, thrilling, and occasionally quite funny.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Harry discovers a mysterious book that reveals Voldemort's dark origins."

### Why Watch
- strong character development
- visual spectacle
- intriguing plot twists

### Caveats & Content Note
- slower pacing in middle act
- some plot threads left unresolved
- Tone & Suitability: Suitable for teens and up; contains mild violence and emotional themes.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: dark, mysterious, emotional, action-packed, coming-of-age

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | HBO Max Amazon Channel, Peacock Premium, YouTube TV, HBO Max, Peacock Premium Plus | None | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | HBO Max Amazon Channel, ITVX Premium, HBO Max | ITVX | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | Crave, Crave Amazon Channel | None | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo |
| **Australia (AU)** | HBO Max, HBO Max Amazon Channel | None | JustWatch TV, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: David Yates
- **Networks / Studios**: Warner Bros. Pictures, Heyday Films

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Daniel Radcliffe** as *Harry Potter*
- **Rupert Grint** as *Ron Weasley*
- **Emma Watson** as *Hermione Granger*
- **Jim Broadbent** as *Horace Slughorn*
- **Michael Gambon** as *Albus Dumbledore*
- **Tom Felton** as *Draco Malfoy*
- **Alan Rickman** as *Severus Snape*
- **Bonnie Wright** as *Ginny Weasley*
- **Jessie Cave** as *Lavender Brown*
- **Evanna Lynch** as *Luna Lovegood*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Is this film based on a book?
Yes, it is based on the 2005 novel by J.K. Rowling.

### Q: Who directed this movie?
David Yates directed the film.

### Q: Is this the last Harry Potter movie?
No, it is the sixth installment in the series.

### Q: Are there any major cast changes?
The main cast returns, with Michael Gambon as Dumbledore.

### Q: What is the Half-Blood Prince?
It refers to a mysterious figure from Voldemort's past.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince (film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harry_Potter_and_the_Half-Blood_Prince_(film))
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- [Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince (2009) - IMDb](https://m.imdb.com/title/tt0417741/)
- [Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince (2009) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0417741/)
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- [Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince | Rotten Tomatoes](https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/harry_potter_and_the_half_blood_prince)

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