Took my 14 yr old daughter & her b/f. We all loved it, and enjoyed the crowd as much as the movie. I would have to say it's just as popular as Harry Potter if not more-so. They will definately make the 2nd and 3rd movies. Cant imagine why not. There are 3 more books already.... Great books, wonderful movie. And I am 39 yrs old and I still got a kick out of it. I would have to say that reading the books first is an immense help at understanding all of the underlaying emotions and tensions. You could be a bit lost otherwise. Two thumbs up!