When Did Goblet of Fire Come Out, and How Long Is It?
Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, the fourth book in the series, was published on 8 July 2000 in both the UK and the US. It is much longer than the first three books: about 190,000 words in 37 chapters, around 636 pages in the UK edition and 734 in the US edition.
The film adaptation, directed by Mike Newell, was released in November 2005, runs about two hours and thirty-seven minutes and was the first Harry Potter film rated PG-13 in the United States.
| Fact | Answer |
|---|---|
| Book published | 8 July 2000 |
| Series order | Book 4 of 7 |
| Chapters | 37 |
| Word count | About 190,000 |
| Pages | About 636 (UK), 734 (US) |
| Reading time | About 10 to 13 hours |
| Film released | November 2005 |
| Film director | Mike Newell |
| Film length | About 157 minutes |
| Film rating | PG-13 in the US |
When did the book come out?
Goblet of Fire was published simultaneously in Britain and America on 8 July 2000, with huge midnight launch events.
↑ Back to the topWhy is Goblet of Fire so much longer?
At about 190,000 words, it is roughly twice as long as Prisoner of Azkaban. The story covers a lot: the Quidditch World Cup, the arrival of two foreign schools, three tournament tasks, the Yule Ball, a mystery about the missing Mr. Crouch and the return of Voldemort. It marks the point where the series grows longer and darker.
↑ Back to the topWhen did the film come out?
The film was released in November 2005. Directed by Mike Newell, it was the first Harry Potter film by a British director. To fit the long book into one film, many subplots were cut, including the house-elf liberation campaign and most of the Dursleys. It runs about 157 minutes.
↑ Back to the topWhat age is Goblet of Fire suitable for?
The book is usually recommended for readers aged about 10 and up. It is darker than earlier books, ending with the death of a student and Voldemort's return. The film was rated PG-13 in the US for fantasy violence and frightening images.
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