Which Harry Potter book was released simultaneously in 93 countries in 2007?

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Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows was released simultaneously in 93 countries in 2007.

The seventh and final Harry Potter novel was published on 21 July 2007. Its worldwide launch followed intense secrecy and anticipation, with publishers coordinating release times and booksellers preparing large midnight events. The story follows Harry, Ron, and Hermione as they leave Hogwarts to search for objects connected to Voldemort’s power.

The international publication figure is often confused with the number of languages in which Harry Potter books have appeared. The launch involved 93 countries, while the series has since been translated into many more languages and sold around the world.

The book was also adapted into two films, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 1 and Part 2. Splitting the finale allowed the filmmakers to preserve more of the novel’s plot than a single film adaptation might have managed.

Source: Wikipedia · fact-checked Oct. 2026

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