Audible's Latest Star-Studded Production: A Magical Take on 'Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone'
The audio adaptation of JK Rowling's beloved novel "Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone" has arrived, boasting an impressive full-cast production that brings the wizarding world to life in a fresh and lively way. Narrated by Cush Jumbo, this unabridged version is part of Audible's tradition of bringing out big-name talent in run-up to Christmas.
Jumbo expertly guides the story alongside an all-star cast, including Hugh Laurie as the venerable Albus Dumbledore, Michelle Gomez as Professor McGonagall, Riz Ahmed as the complex Professor Snape, and newcomers Frankie Treadaway, Max Lester, and Arabella Stanton as young wizards Harry, Ron Weasley, and Hermione Granger. The talented ensemble brings a new level of depth and nuance to the story.
The sound design is, as expected from these high-end productions, top-notch. From the whoosh of an owl's arrival to the chug of the Hogwarts Express, the immersive audio experience will transport listeners into the magical world of Hogwarts. Laurie shines as Dumbledore, imbuing the character with twinkly mischief and warmth, while Gomez's imperious Professor McGonagall is a match for Maggie Smith's iconic portrayal in the films.
In an era where TV adaptations are dominating the Harry Potter franchise, this audio production proves that there's still room for magic in the world of audio storytelling. With its well-paced narrative, excellent sound design, and talented cast, this full-cast adaptation is a must-listen for fans of the series. Available on Audible, it clocks in at 8 hours and 41 minutes.
For those looking for more great audiobooks, Audible has recently released "I Want to Talk to You: And Other Conversations" by Diana Evans, which features essays spanning 20 years tackling themes of literature, music, friendship, and race. Additionally, the memoir "The Quiet Ear" by Raymond Antrobus is a poignant exploration of identity, race, and deafness that blends stories with accounts of pioneering teachers and artists who have experienced hearing loss.
Both titles offer thought-provoking listening experiences that are sure to captivate audiences.
The audio adaptation of JK Rowling's beloved novel "Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone" has arrived, boasting an impressive full-cast production that brings the wizarding world to life in a fresh and lively way. Narrated by Cush Jumbo, this unabridged version is part of Audible's tradition of bringing out big-name talent in run-up to Christmas.
Jumbo expertly guides the story alongside an all-star cast, including Hugh Laurie as the venerable Albus Dumbledore, Michelle Gomez as Professor McGonagall, Riz Ahmed as the complex Professor Snape, and newcomers Frankie Treadaway, Max Lester, and Arabella Stanton as young wizards Harry, Ron Weasley, and Hermione Granger. The talented ensemble brings a new level of depth and nuance to the story.
The sound design is, as expected from these high-end productions, top-notch. From the whoosh of an owl's arrival to the chug of the Hogwarts Express, the immersive audio experience will transport listeners into the magical world of Hogwarts. Laurie shines as Dumbledore, imbuing the character with twinkly mischief and warmth, while Gomez's imperious Professor McGonagall is a match for Maggie Smith's iconic portrayal in the films.
In an era where TV adaptations are dominating the Harry Potter franchise, this audio production proves that there's still room for magic in the world of audio storytelling. With its well-paced narrative, excellent sound design, and talented cast, this full-cast adaptation is a must-listen for fans of the series. Available on Audible, it clocks in at 8 hours and 41 minutes.
For those looking for more great audiobooks, Audible has recently released "I Want to Talk to You: And Other Conversations" by Diana Evans, which features essays spanning 20 years tackling themes of literature, music, friendship, and race. Additionally, the memoir "The Quiet Ear" by Raymond Antrobus is a poignant exploration of identity, race, and deafness that blends stories with accounts of pioneering teachers and artists who have experienced hearing loss.
Both titles offer thought-provoking listening experiences that are sure to captivate audiences.
But, let's be real, the fact that this is coming out now, when TV adaptations are dominating everything, might raise some eyebrows. Can we get a good Netflix show adaptation of Potter too? Would love to see how it stacks up against audiobooks and video games...
I'm telling you, the new Harry Potter audio production is fire 
! I got a sneak peek at the behind-the-scenes recording sessions and let me tell you, Cush Jumbo's narration skills are on point 
. The cast is literally who I think should've played the roles in the first place 
. And that sound design? Mind-blowing 
. I mean, I'm all for TV adaptations, but this audio production shows you can still do magic in a different medium 
. I'm already listening to it on repeat 
... trust me when I say it's worth 8 hours and 41 minutes of your time 
!
I just listened to the new Audible production of 'Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone' and it was so magical! The full-cast production is really well done, especially with Hugh Laurie as Albus Dumbledore - he brought a lot of warmth and twinkly mischief to the character 
- he's got the perfect amount of twinkly mischief and warmth. And I have to say, Michelle Gomez as Professor McGonagall is a great addition to the series 
And don't even get me started on the sound design being "top-notch", can we have some more variety in terms of music and scores? It always feels like these big-budget productions rely too much on familiar wizarding themes.
IT SOUNDS LIKE A REALLY COOL WAY TO EXPERIENCE THE STORY, AND I LOVE THAT THEY GOT SUCH TALENTED PEOPLE TO PLAY THE CHARACTERS! RIZ AHMED AS SNAPE IS GOING TO BE SO GOOD, I CAN ALREADY IMAGINE HIM BRINGING THAT COMPLEXITY TO THE ROLE 
. BUT I'M ALSO REALLY GLAD TO SEE THAT AUDIBLE IS STILL SUPPORTING GREAT AUDIO STORIES - IT'S NOT JUST TV ADAPTATIONS THAT ARE POPULAR, THERE'S STILL ROOM FOR MAGIC IN AUDIO! 
. And the sound design sounds so immersive, I can already imagine myself being transported to Hogwarts 
! It's great to see Audible keeping up the magic in audio storytelling, especially during the holidays when we're all about cozying up with a good book or show 
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. It's gonna be a great way to get into the holiday season if you ask me... or just a solid excuse to binge-listen to an 8-hour story 
. I'm thinking of gifting this one to some friends who are die-hard Potterheads 
. They're gonna love it!