Stars: Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint and Emma Watson
Where We Left Off: Harry's fourth summer and the following year at Hogwarts are marked by the Quidditch World Cup and the Triwizard Tournament, in which student representatives from three different wizarding schools compete in a series of increasingly challenging contests. Harry and his new older rival, Cedric Diggery, compete not only in the tournament but also for the affections of Cho Chang. Lurking in the shadows again is Lord Voldermort, who kills Cedric, regains human form and will play a much larger role in subsequent films.
The Skinny: Trouble brews as Harry's fifth year at Hogwarts begins. The authorities are ignoring Harry and Dumbledore's warnings of Voldemort's return, causing his fellow classmates to view him with disdain. Meanwhile, a new witch assumes control at Hogwarts, throwing the entire school into chaos. Will Harry lose everything?
Total Gross: $1.1 billion – $317.5 million (Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone); $261.9 million (Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets); $249.5 million (Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban); $290 million (Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire).
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Prediction: With over $1 billion in domestic gross, the Harry Potter franchise continues to roar along. Audiences continue be fascinated by the adventures of Harry and his friends as he wards off trouble from his nemesis, Lord Voldermort. The film won’t be the highest grossing film of the summer, but history shows that the story will cast a spell over an eager audience. My prediction: $250 to $300 million. (July 13)
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