Anne Hathaway Singing Roles in Major Films
Anne Hathaway songs include performances in musical films where she provided lead vocals. Her most recognized singing role came in Les Misérables (2012), where she performed "I Dreamed a Dream" as Fantine. The film adaptation of the stage musical was directed by Tom Hooper and featured Hathaway in her first major singing part. Her performance earned her the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress. The soundtrack reached number one on the Billboard 200 albums chart. Forbes reported the soundtrack's commercial success.
Before Les Misérables, Hathaway appeared in The Princess Diaries (2001) and The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement (2004), where she performed lighter vocal tracks as Mia Thermopolis. She also contributed to the Enchanted (2007) soundtrack, performing songs including "True Love's Kiss" alongside James Marsden. Hathaway's role in Les Misérables marked her transition into recognized singing roles in major studio productions. Her vocal performances are frequently cited in discussions of actors who successfully transitioned to musical theater on screen. Billboard documented the soundtrack's chart performance.
Soundtracks and Recorded Performances
Anne Hathaway songs appear on multiple official soundtrack albums. Les Misérables (2012) soundtrack sold over 1.5 million copies in the United States according to the Recording Industry Association of America. The album features Hathaway's rendition of "I Dreamed a Dream" as a centerpiece track. The soundtrack also includes ensemble numbers where Hathaway contributed vocals.