Steve Kloves

Professor Dumbledore and Professor McGonagall meet to discuss the fate of baby Harry Potter after the death of his parents. They are joined by Hagrid, who delivers the infant, and they decide to leave Harry with his Muggle relatives for his own protection.

Professor Dumbledore visits a young Tom Riddle at an orphanage to reveal his magical heritage and confront his dark tendencies.

A young Tom Riddle manipulates Professor Slughorn into explaining the dark magic of Horcruxes and the possibility of splitting one's soul seven times.

Professor Lupin explains why he intervened during the Boggart lesson and shares a poignant memory of Harry's parents.

Albus Dumbledore reveals the tragic history of his family to Newt Scamander, confessing the truth about Credence's lineage and the accidental death of his sister, Ariana. The scene explores themes of guilt, regret, and the burden of past mistakes as Dumbledore prepares for the coming conflict with Grindelwald.

While hiding in a tent, Hermione realizes the Sword of Gryffindor can destroy Horcruxes, but the celebratory moment is shattered by Ron's simmering resentment. Influenced by the dark magic of the locket, Ron confronts Harry about their lack of a plan and his feelings of isolation, leading to a physical altercation and his eventual abandonment of the group.

Snape catches Harry in the corridor at night with a mysterious map. Lupin intervenes to protect Harry from Snape's accusations of Dark Magic.

Professor Lupin teaches Harry the Patronus Charm to fend off Dementors, forcing Harry to confront his most painful and powerful memories.

Harry Potter is introduced to the magical world by Hagrid, visiting the Leaky Cauldron where he is recognized by everyone. They then enter Diagon Alley, a bustling street filled with shops for wizards, where Harry marvels at the sights and sounds.

Newt Scamander attempts to rescue his brother Theseus from a magical prison by using a bizarre 'limbic mimicry' dance to pacify a horde of baby manticores. While Theseus is skeptical of the technique, the brothers must coordinate their movements perfectly to avoid being eaten by a giant predator lurking in the shadows. The scene balances high-stakes tension with physical comedy as the two brothers bicker while shuffling for their lives.

Draco Malfoy corners a weakened Dumbledore, struggling with the weight of his mission to assassinate the Headmaster to save his own life.

Harry Potter meets Hagrid for the first time on his eleventh birthday and discovers he is a wizard. The Dursleys attempt to prevent Harry from attending Hogwarts, leading to a confrontation where Hagrid reveals the truth about Harry's parents and his magical heritage.