Harry Potter is not on Disney Plus in the United States
Disney Plus does not carry any of the Harry Potter films or the newer Harry Potter: Return to Hogwarts reunion special in the US. The streaming rights belong to other services. If you have a Disney Plus subscription and want to watch Harry Potter, you will need to use a different platform.
The situation is different in some other countries — Disney does hold Harry Potter rights in a few regions outside North America and Europe — but in the US, UK, Canada, and most of Western Europe, you cannot find Harry Potter on Disney Plus.
Key Takeaways
- The eight main Harry Potter films are available on Max (formerly HBO Max) in the United States.
- Harry Potter: Return to Hogwarts, the 20th anniversary reunion special, streams on Max as well.
- The Fantastic Beasts spinoff films are also on Max, not Disney Plus.
- Streaming rights vary by country, so availability outside the US may differ.
Where the Harry Potter films actually stream
In the United States, Max (the service formerly called HBO Max) holds the streaming rights to all eight Harry Potter films. This includes Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone through Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2. If you want to watch the theatrical releases, Max is where you go.
Max also carries Harry Potter: Return to Hogwarts, the reunion special that aired in January 2022 and brought back the main cast to discuss the films' legacy. This is not available on Disney Plus anywhere in North America.
What about the Fantastic Beasts films
The Fantastic Beasts spinoff series — which includes Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald, and Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore — also streams on Max in the US, not on Disney Plus.
These films are set in the same universe as Harry Potter but follow a different character and timeline. They are part of the same licensing package that keeps the Harry Potter content away from Disney Plus.
Why Disney Plus does not have Harry Potter
Warner Bros., which produced and owns the Harry Potter films, sold the US streaming rights to Max (owned by Warner Bros. Discovery). Disney does not own these rights in North America. The rights were negotiated years ago and remain with Max for the foreseeable future.
This is a common situation in streaming: a single film or series can have different owners in different regions, and the streaming home depends on who bought the rights in each country. In the US, Max is the exclusive home for Harry Potter theatrical content.
Other ways to watch Harry Potter
If you do not have a Max subscription, you can rent or buy individual Harry Potter films through digital storefronts like Apple TV, Amazon Prime Video, Google Play, or Vudu. Rental typically costs $3 to $4 per film; purchase prices vary but usually run $10 to $15 per film depending on the platform and whether you want HD or 4K.
Some cable and satellite providers also include Max as part of a bundle or offer it as an add-on channel. If you already subscribe to cable, check whether Max is included in your package before paying for a separate subscription.
Checking availability in other countries
If you are outside the United States, Harry Potter availability on Disney Plus or other services may be different. Streaming rights are sold country by country, and Disney does hold rights in some regions. The fastest way to check what is available where you are is to open Disney Plus in your country and search for "Harry Potter" — the search will show you whether it is available on that service in your location.
You can also check JustWatch.com, which shows where a film or show streams in your country. Enter your country, search for "Harry Potter", and it will list every service carrying it in your region.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will Harry Potter ever come to Disney Plus in the US?
Not unless Warner Bros. and Disney negotiate a new deal and Max releases the rights. Streaming contracts typically run for several years, so any change would depend on when the current agreement expires and whether the studios choose to renegotiate. There is no announced plan to move Harry Potter to Disney Plus.
Is the Harry Potter reunion special different from the movies?
Return to Hogwarts is a separate 90-minute special, not a re-edit of the films. It features interviews with the cast and crew discussing the making of the series. It is not a replacement for watching the actual films — it is supplementary content for fans who have already seen them.
Can I watch Harry Potter on Disney Plus if I travel to another country?
Disney Plus uses your account location to determine what content you can watch. If you travel, the service will show you the catalog for your current location. If Harry Potter is not available in that country on Disney Plus, you will not be able to watch it through Disney Plus, even if you have a US subscription.
Are there any Harry Potter shows on Disney Plus?
No. Disney Plus does not carry any Harry Potter theatrical films, reunion specials, or original series. All Harry Potter streaming content in the US is on Max. There are no Harry Potter shows exclusive to Disney Plus anywhere.