'' Harry Potter and the Philosopher 's Stone '' ( titled '' Harry Potter and the Sorcerer 's Stone '' in the United States ) was released on 30 October 2001 . The film 's score was composed and conducted by John Williams . The soundtrack was nominated for Best Original Score at the 74th Academy Awards . The film introduces many character-specific themes ( leitmotifs ) that are used in at least one sequel as well , although most of the themes are only used again in '' Chamber of Secrets . '' These themes include two themes for Voldemort , two themes for Hogwarts , a Diagon Alley theme , a Quidditch theme , a flying theme , two friendship themes , and the main theme ( " Hedwig 's Theme " ) . This main theme can be found in all eight of the main Harry Potter films as well as the spinoff film '' Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them '' , although not usually in its unaltered state
74th Academy Awards
74th Academy Awards
Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone (soundtrack)