Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire

Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire

Year: 2005

Runtime: 157 min

Language: English

Director: Mike Newell

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During his fourth year at Hogwarts, Harry Potter finds himself unexpectedly entered into the dangerous Triwizard Tournament, a competition between three wizarding schools. Facing daunting challenges alongside Ron and Hermione, Harry must confront a rising tide of dark magic and uncover a sinister plot that puts the entire wizarding community at risk. The tournament proves to be more perilous than anyone imagined, testing Harry's courage and forcing him to confront powerful enemies.

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1

Frank Bryce's Murder

Harry has a haunting nightmare where Frank Bryce, the Muggle caretaker, is brutally murdered at the Riddle House. He overhears a sinister plot involving Lord Voldemort and Peter Pettigrew, setting a dark tone for the events to follow.

Night Riddle House
2

Quidditch World Cup

Harry attends the Quidditch World Cup with the Weasley family, Hermione, and Cedric Diggory. The excitement of the event quickly turns to terror when Death Eaters invade the campsite and the Dark Mark is conjured.

Morning Quidditch Campsite
3

Triwizard Tournament Announcement

Back at Hogwarts, Professor Dumbledore announces that the school will host the Triwizard Tournament. Three champions from different schools will be selected by the Goblet of Fire to compete in this prestigious event.

Day Hogwarts
4

Unexpected Fourth Champion

The Goblet of Fire selects champions: Fleur Delacour for Beauxbatons, Viktor Krum for Durmstrang, and Cedric Diggory for Hogwarts. In a shocking twist, it also chooses Harry, igniting suspicion and accusations from his peers.

Day Hogwarts
5

Ron and Harry's Rift

As the news of Harry's unexpected entry spreads, Ron feels betrayed for not being informed. Hurt, he distances himself from Harry, complicating their friendship during a time of intense competition.

6

First Task - Dragon Challenge

The Champions face a formidable challenge to retrieve a golden egg from a fierce dragon. With Professor Moody's discreet advice, Harry conjures his broomstick, allowing him to retrieve the egg and reconcile with Ron.

During the Tournament Hogwarts
7

The Yule Ball

Hogwarts hosts the Yule Ball, a festive occasion that turns awkward for Harry and Ron, who end up with Parvati and Padma Patil. Tension escalates when Hermione attends with Viktor Krum, sparking jealousy in Ron.

Christmas Season Hogwarts
8

Second Task - The Black Lake

In the second task, the Champions dive into the Black Lake to rescue their loved ones. Harry successfully saves Ron and helps Fleur rescue her sister, showcasing his bravery and the spirit of camaraderie.

Black Lake
9

Barty Crouch Sr.'s Death

Harry stumbles upon the corpse of Barty Crouch Sr. in the Forbidden Forest. This grim discovery is met with further revelations when Harry views a Pensieve memory of Karkaroff naming several Death Eaters affiliated with Voldemort.

Forbidden Forest
10

Third Task - The Maze

In the final task, the Champions navigate a perilous maze to reach the Triwizard Cup. Upon reaching it, Harry and Cedric realize it is a Portkey that transports them to a graveyard, leading to a horrific confrontation.

The Maze
11

Voldemort's Resurrection

In a horrific twist, Cedric is murdered by Pettigrew under Voldemort's orders, who uses Harry's blood to resurrect himself. This gruesome act marks the return of a dark age, shattering Harry's innocence forever.

Graveyard
12

Harry's Escape

After a harrowing duel, Harry is able to repel Voldemort's Killing Curse with the aid of the spirits of his parents and other victims. He escapes the graveyard with Cedric's body, grappling with the weight of his loss.

Graveyard
13

Confrontation with Dumbledore

Harry shares the traumatic news of Cedric's death and Voldemort's return with Dumbledore. The gravity of the situation intensifies as Dumbledore reveals manipulations that led to these events, unsettling Harry further.

Dumbledore's Office
14

The Truth is Revealed

With the capture of Barty Crouch Jr. disguised as Moody, the truth about the tournament's manipulation comes to light. The revelation lays bare Voldemort's calculated return, putting the Wizarding World on high alert.

End of Term Hogwarts
15

Aftermath and Reflection

In the wake of Cedric's murder, Dumbledore publicly acknowledges Voldemort's responsibility, though many refuse to believe it. Harry, Ron, and Hermione confront the grim reality that their lives will be forever altered as they bid farewell to their fellow champions.

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