TLDR;
This YouTube video features a discussion and commentary on the Harry Potter movies, from "The Sorcerer's Stone" to "The Deathly Hallows Part 2". The hosts share their thoughts, reactions, and behind-the-scenes insights, while also engaging with audience comments and theories. Key points include character analysis, plot predictions, and personal anecdotes related to the franchise.
- The hosts discuss the differences between the "Philosopher's Stone" and "Sorcerer's Stone" versions of the first movie.
- They analyze the characters and their motivations, particularly Snape and Dumbledore.
- They react to major plot points, such as character deaths and reveals, with strong emotional responses.
- They share behind-the-scenes trivia and discuss the actors' performances.
- They make predictions about future plot developments and character arcs.
Intro and Blu-ray Discussion [0:01]
The hosts begin by discussing the title differences between the UK and US versions of the first Harry Potter movie, noting the change from "Philosopher's Stone" to "Sorcerer's Stone" for American audiences. They joke about the philosopher and provide spoilers about the character of Philosopher Bob, poking fun at his long beard and wise demeanor. They also discuss the age of the movie and its early 2000s release, joking about the special effects and comparing it to other fantasy franchises like "Lord of the Rings".
Spoilers and Disclaimers [1:31]
The hosts acknowledge that spoilers will be present in their discussion, given the franchise's age and cultural impact. They encourage viewers to guess their Hogwarts houses and share their own house affiliations in the comments. They also discuss their personal experiences with Harry Potter, including visiting Harry Potter world and having some knowledge of the franchise.
House Sorting Quiz [2:51]
The hosts take a Harry Potter house sorting quiz, revealing their results: one Ravenclaw, two Gryffindors, and zero Hufflepuffs. They express surprise at some of the results and joke about the quiz's accuracy. They also ask viewers to share whether they agree with their house placements.
Initial Impressions of the Movie [5:18]
The hosts begin watching the movie, commenting on the actors' young ages and the depiction of the Dursleys as racist and awful. They discuss Harry's iconic glasses and Hagrid's gentle nature. They also praise the movie's music and express excitement for the journey ahead.
Harry's Introduction to Magic [6:39]
The hosts react to Harry's first experiences with magic, including his ability to talk to snakes and his accidental teleportation onto the school roof. They discuss the Dursleys' abusive treatment of Harry and express satisfaction when he gets revenge on Dudley. They also comment on the snake's politeness and Harry's newfound fame.
Hogwarts Acceptance Letters [9:18]
The hosts discuss the arrival of Harry's Hogwarts acceptance letters, commenting on the Dursleys' attempts to prevent him from reading them. They joke about the logistics of sending owls and the passive-aggressive nature of British HOAs. They also discuss the Bioshock Lighthouse and the Dursleys' hatred for Harry.
Hagrid's Arrival and the Truth About Harry's Parents [12:59]
The hosts react to Hagrid's arrival and his revelation that Harry is a wizard. They discuss the meme of Hagrid saying "You're a wizard, Harry" and comment on Harry's confusion and disbelief. They also discuss the car crash that killed Harry's parents and Aunt Petunia's jealousy of Lily.
Diagon Alley and the Sorting Hat [15:33]
The hosts discuss Harry's trip to Diagon Alley, commenting on the train and the question of which pet to bring to Hogwarts. They joke about Sean's rushed decision-making during the Sorting Hat quiz and express a desire to redo it. They also discuss the Leaky Cauldron and Professor Quirrell's stutter.
Hogwarts and the First Classes [18:50]
The hosts react to Harry's arrival at Hogwarts, commenting on the grandeur of the castle and the excitement of the students. They discuss the Sorting Hat ceremony and the different Hogwarts houses. They also comment on Snape's dislike of Harry and Hermione's eagerness to learn.
Troll in the Dungeon and Quidditch [38:10]
The hosts react to the troll in the dungeon scene, commenting on Hermione's bravery and Ron's accidental heroism. They discuss the points awarded to Gryffindor and Snape's potential bias. They also discuss Quidditch, explaining the rules and commenting on the excitement of the game.
The Mirror of Erised and Norbert the Dragon [58:37]
The hosts react to Harry's discovery of the Mirror of Erised, commenting on the sadness of his desire to see his parents. They discuss Dumbledore's warning about dwelling on dreams and the importance of living in the present. They also react to Hagrid's dragon, Norbert, and Snape's discovery of the trio's late-night escapades.
The Forbidden Forest and Fluffy the Three-Headed Dog [1:01:32]
The hosts react to Harry, Ron, and Hermione's detention in the Forbidden Forest, commenting on the creepiness of the scene and the presence of werewolves. They discuss Neville's petrification and the trio's discovery of Fluffy, the three-headed dog. They also discuss the sleeping potion and the trio's plan to get past Fluffy.
The Obstacle Course and the Chess Game [1:04:31]
The hosts react to the obstacle course protecting the Philosopher's Stone, commenting on the Devil's Snare, the flying keys, and the giant chess game. They praise Ron's sacrifice in the chess game and express excitement for the final confrontation with Professor Quirrell.
The Confrontation with Quirrell and Voldemort [1:06:43]
The hosts react to the confrontation with Professor Quirrell, revealing Voldemort on the back of his head. They discuss Harry's ability to resist Voldemort's touch and his ultimate victory. They also comment on Dumbledore's arrival and the end-of-year feast.
The End of the Year Feast and the Train Ride Home [1:08:39]
The hosts react to the end-of-year feast, commenting on Gryffindor's victory and Dumbledore's awarding of last-minute points. They discuss the train ride home and Harry's sadness at having to return to the Dursleys. They also share their favorite movies in the series.
Chamber of Secrets Opening Scene and Dobby [1:16:16]
The hosts begin watching "Chamber of Secrets", commenting on Harry's improved living conditions at the Dursleys' house. They react to Dobby's arrival and his attempts to prevent Harry from returning to Hogwarts. They also discuss the Weasleys' rescue of Harry and their chaotic household.
Flying Car and Gilderoy Lockhart [1:20:59]
The hosts react to the Weasleys' flying car and their arrival at the Burrow. They discuss Ginny's crush on Harry and the Weasleys' warm welcome. They also react to Gilderoy Lockhart's arrival at Flourish and Blotts and Lucius Malfoy's confrontation with Harry and Hermione.
The Whomping Willow and Filch's Office [1:30:58]
The hosts react to the Whomping Willow scene and Snape's discovery of Harry and Ron in the Forbidden Forest. They discuss McGonagall's punishment and the trio's detention. They also react to Filch's office and his collection of confiscated items.
The Dueling Club and the Chamber of Secrets [1:37:10]
The hosts react to the Dueling Club scene and Snape's disarming of Lockhart. They discuss Harry's ability to speak Parseltongue and the growing suspicion that he is the Heir of Slytherin. They also react to Hermione's research and her theory about the Chamber of Secrets.
The Attack on Mrs. Norris and the Polyjuice Potion [1:38:44]
The hosts react to the attack on Mrs. Norris, Filch's cat, and the message written on the wall. They discuss the growing fear and suspicion at Hogwarts. They also react to Hermione's plan to brew Polyjuice Potion and their infiltration of the Slytherin common room.
The Truth About the Chamber of Secrets and the Basilisk [1:40:24]
The hosts react to the reveal that the Chamber of Secrets was created by Salazar Slytherin and that it houses a monster. They discuss the history of Hogwarts and the conflict between the founders. They also react to the Quidditch match and the rogue Bludger.
Hagrid's Arrest and the Aragog Scene [1:44:33]
The hosts react to Hagrid's arrest and the trio's decision to visit Aragog, the giant spider, in the Forbidden Forest. They promote their web comic, Billy Ends the World. They also react to the Aragog scene, expressing their fear and disgust.
The Basilisk and the Sword of Gryffindor [2:06:12]
The hosts react to Harry's confrontation with the Basilisk in the Chamber of Secrets. They discuss the power of the Sword of Gryffindor and the importance of Dumbledore's support. They also react to Ron's destruction of the diary and the defeat of Voldemort's memory.
The End of the Year Feast and Dobby's Freedom [2:14:46]
The hosts react to the end-of-year feast, commenting on Gryffindor's victory and Dobby's liberation. They discuss Lucius Malfoy's anger and Dobby's newfound freedom. They also express their overall enjoyment of the movie.
Prisoner of Azkaban Opening Scene and the Knight Bus [2:22:54]
The hosts begin watching "Prisoner of Azkaban", commenting on the darker tone and Harry's use of magic outside of school. They react to Aunt Marge's arrival and Harry's accidental inflation of her. They also react to the Knight Bus and Stan Shunpike's enthusiasm.
The Leaky Cauldron and Professor Lupin [2:54:33]
The hosts react to Harry's arrival at the Leaky Cauldron and his meeting with Cornelius Fudge. They discuss the news of Sirius Black's escape from Azkaban and the arrival of Professor Lupin as the new Defense Against the Dark Arts teacher. They also react to the dementors on the train and Harry's fainting spell.
Hogwarts and the Dementors [3:00:12]
The hosts react to Harry's return to Hogwarts, commenting on the new headmaster and the presence of dementors. They discuss the Sorting Hat ceremony and the students' fear of the dementors. They also react to Lupin's first Defense Against the Dark Arts class and his explanation of dementors.
Quidditch and the Grim [51:09]
The hosts react to the Quidditch match and Harry's encounter with the dementors. They discuss the Grim and Trelawney's ominous predictions. They also react to Lupin's Patronus charm and his protection of Harry.
Hagrid's Class and the Marauder's Map [1:03:36]
The hosts react to Hagrid's Care of Magical Creatures class and Harry's encounter with Buckbeak the Hippogriff. They discuss the Marauder's Map and its ability to reveal the location of everyone in Hogwarts. They also react to Snape's confiscation of the map and Lupin's return of it to Harry.
Hogsmeade and the Shrieking Shack [1:16:39]
The hosts react to Harry's unauthorized trip to Hogsmeade and his eavesdropping on a conversation about Sirius Black. They discuss Snape's past and his connection to Harry's parents. They also react to the Shrieking Shack and the reveal that Lupin is a werewolf.
The Truth About Sirius Black and Peter Pettigrew [1:23:11]
The hosts react to the reveal that Sirius Black is innocent and that Peter Pettigrew is the one who betrayed Harry's parents. They discuss Snape's arrival and his attempt to capture Sirius and Lupin. They also react to Lupin's transformation into a werewolf and the trio's escape.
The Dementors and the Patronus Charm [1:27:56]
The hosts react to the dementors' attack on Harry and Sirius, commenting on the power of the Patronus charm. They discuss Harry's ability to cast the Patronus and his connection to his father. They also react to Hermione's revelation that she has been using a Time-Turner to attend multiple classes.
Saving Buckbeak and Sirius [1:30:50]
The hosts react to Hermione's use of the Time-Turner to save Buckbeak and Sirius. They discuss the logistics of time travel and the importance of not being seen. They also react to Sirius's escape and Harry's sadness at having to say goodbye.
The End of the Year and the Future [1:34:21]
The hosts react to the end of the year feast, commenting on Gryffindor's victory and Lupin's resignation. They discuss Snape's knowledge of Lupin's lycanthropy and the unfairness of his treatment. They also react to Sirius's gift of a Firebolt broom to Harry and his promise to write.
Goblet of Fire Opening Scene and the Quidditch World Cup [1:39:51]
The hosts begin watching "Goblet of Fire", commenting on the darker tone and the introduction of new characters. They react to the Quidditch World Cup and the Death Eaters' attack on the campsite. They also discuss the Dark Mark and the growing threat of Voldemort.
The Triwizard Tournament and the Goblet of Fire [1:44:33]
The hosts react to the announcement of the Triwizard Tournament and the arrival of the Beauxbatons and Durmstrang students. They discuss the age restriction for the tournament and the Goblet of Fire's selection of the champions. They also react to Harry's name being drawn from the Goblet.
The First Task and the Yule Ball [1:53:47]
The hosts react to the first task of the Triwizard Tournament, commenting on Harry's bravery and skill in facing the dragon. They discuss the Yule Ball and the students' awkward attempts at romance. They also react to Snape's treatment of Harry and Ron.
The Second Task and the Truth About Barty Crouch Jr. [2:04:33]
The hosts react to the second task of the Triwizard Tournament, commenting on Harry's rescue of Ron and Hermione's capture by the merpeople. They discuss Barty Crouch Jr.'s confession and the reveal that he has been impersonating Mad-Eye Moody. They also react to the dementor's kiss and the loss of Barty Crouch Jr.'s soul.
The Third Task and Voldemort's Return [2:12:07]
The hosts react to the third task of the Triwizard Tournament, commenting on the dangers of the maze and the growing sense of dread. They discuss Cedric Diggory's death and Voldemort's return. They also react to Harry's escape and his return to Hogwarts.
The Aftermath and Dumbledore's Warning [2:16:30]
The hosts react to the aftermath of Voldemort's return, commenting on Fudge's denial and Dumbledore's warning about the coming war. They discuss the importance of unity and the need to fight against Voldemort. They also react to Dumbledore's revelation that Harry is connected to Voldemort.
Order of the Phoenix Opening Scene and Dementor Attack [2:19:35]
The hosts begin watching "Order of the Phoenix", commenting on the darker tone and Harry's isolation. They react to the dementor attack on Harry and Dudley, and the arrival of the Order of the Phoenix to rescue them. They also discuss the Ministry of Magic's attempts to discredit Harry and Dumbledore.
Hogwarts and Dolores Umbridge [2:34:53]
The hosts react to Harry's return to Hogwarts, commenting on the new Defense Against the Dark Arts teacher, Dolores Umbridge. They discuss Umbridge's oppressive rules and her attempts to control the students. They also react to Harry's detention and his punishment of writing "I must not tell lies" with a blood quill.