"Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire" is a 2005 fantasy film directed by Mike Newell and the fourth installment in the Harry Potter film series. The film follows Harry Potter's fourth year at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, during which he is unexpectedly chosen as a contestant in the dangerous Triwizard Tournament. The film explores themes of growing up, death, prejudice, and the return of Lord Voldemort. It has a darker tone than previous installments, reflecting the increasing danger faced by the characters. It was released in theaters on November 18, 2005. It is currently available to stream on Max.
- Director: Mike Newell
- Daniel Radcliffe as Harry Potter
- Rupert Grint as Ron Weasley
- Emma Watson as Hermione Granger
- Ralph Fiennes as Lord Voldemort
- Michael Gambon as Albus Dumbledore
- Alan Rickman as Severus Snape
- Robert Pattinson as Cedric Diggory
- Brendan Gleeson as Alastor "Mad-Eye" Moody
- Jason Isaacs as Lucius Malfoy
"Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire" received generally positive reviews and was a box office success.
- IMDb: 7.7/10
- Rotten Tomatoes: 88% Tomatometer, 85% Audience Score
- Metacritic: 81/100
The film grossed over $896 million worldwide, making it the highest-grossing film of 2005. It was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Art Direction. It also received nominations for numerous other awards including a BAFTA award.
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- "Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix" (2007): Continues the darker tone of the series, dealing with similar themes of rising evil and governmental corruption in the wizarding world.
- "The Hunger Games" (2012): Features a young protagonist competing in a deadly tournament under immense pressure, with similar themes of survival and challenging authority.
