Why did they change Sorcerer’s Stone to philosopher?

Why did they change Sorcerer’s Stone to philosopher?

“So,” you might be thinking, “why did they change it to Sorcerer’s Stone for us Americans?” Warner Bros. It was changed by the American publisher, Scholastic, because it thought American children wouldn’t want to read a book with “philosopher” in the title.

What are the 12 Harry Potter movies in order?

The series sequence in order are: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone (2001), Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (2002), Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban (2004), Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire (2005), Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix (2007), Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince (2009) and …

Who was in all 8 Harry Potter movies?

Fourteen actors (excluding doubles) appear in all eight films. They are: Daniel Radcliffe as Harry Potter (as well as Ron Weasley, Hermione Granger, Fred Weasley, George Weasley, Fleur Delacour and Mundungus Fletcher under the effects of Polyjuice Potion).

Who is the most famous actor from Harry Potter?

Daniel Radcliffe, in full Daniel Jacob Radcliffe, (born July 23, 1989, Fulham, London, England), British actor best known for his on-screen portrayal of the boy wizard Harry Potter. Radcliffe began acting at age six when he appeared as a monkey in a school play.

Why are there two versions of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone?

Harry Potter fans are well aware that the title differences had been made for marketing purposes, as publishers felt that “Sorcerer” was more straightforward and would have a greater appeal to US readers.

What’s the difference between Philosophers Stone and Sorcerer’s Stone?

The US publisher came to the odd decision that “Philosopher” was too big a word for American kids to grasp, and the “philosopher’s stone” which has been featured in song and story for centuries, became the “Sorcerer’s Stone”, the savings of three letters apparently making all the difference.