Remarkably Bright Creatures Movie Soundtrack
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| Movie Soundtrack (2026) | |
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| Director | Olivia Newman |
| Studio | Netflix |
| Release date | 2026-05-08 |
| Genre(s) | Drama, Fantasy |
| Composer(s) | Dickon Hinchliffe |
| Music supervisor | Season Kent |
| Score album | Remarkably Bright Creatures (Soundtrack from the Netflix Film) |
| Available on | Netflix |
| Cast | Sally Field as Tova Lewis Pullman as Cameron Alfred Molina as Marcellus (voice) Colm Meaney as Joan Chen as Kathy Baker as ... e 4 more |
About This Soundtrack
The 2026 Netflix cinematic adaptation of Shelby Van Pelt's bestselling novel, Remarkably Bright Creatures, is directed by Olivia Newman (Where the Crawdads Sing) and features a stellar cast led by Sally Field as Tova, Lewis Pullman as Cameron, and Alfred Molina voicing the curmudgeonly giant Pacific octopus, Marcellus. Set against the serene backdrop of the Pacific Northwest, the film explores themes of loss, connection, and the unexpected friendships that heal long-held grief. To elevate the coastal atmosphere and magical realism of the story, the production is accompanied by a beautifully curated musical framework that blends nostalgic classic rock, contemporary indie-folk, and an intimate acoustic score.
Music supervisor Season Kent curated an eclectic selection of licensed tracks that reflect the generational gap and ultimate emotional alignment between the characters. The film features classic rock anthems like Grateful Dead's The Music Never Stopped and Franklin's Tower, alongside the upbeat charm of Van Morrison's Bright Side of the Road. For more contemporary textures, the soundtrack incorporates Radiohead's raw early track I Can't, the dreamy psych-grooves of BALTHVS's Mango Season, and the poignant indie-folk of The Barr Brothers' Even the Darkness Has Arms. A standout addition is Noah Kahan's melancholy folk anthem Northern Attitude, which prominently serves as the musical backbone for the film's official promotional trailer.
Complementing the licensed songs is a delicate, organic instrumental score composed by Dickon Hinchliffe. Formerly of the British chamber-pop band Tindersticks, Hinchliffe brings his signature warmth and restrained melancholy to the project, utilizing solo piano, acoustic guitar, and rich string arrangements. This page serves as a comprehensive technical guide and registry for the music played in Remarkably Bright Creatures. Here, fans can browse the complete chronological tracklist of trailer music, licensed songs, and original instrumentals, complete with direct streaming links to major platforms such as Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, and Amazon.
Additional Songs
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The Music Never Stopped
by Grateful Dead
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Gypsy Blue
by Max Creek
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Franklin's Tower
by Grateful Dead
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Heart Aches
by Linda Greico
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Wrecking Ball
by Bluebird
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I Can't
by Radiohead
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Mango Season
by BALTHVS
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Warm Canto
by Mal Waldron
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Crashing Through
by Friko
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Dance
by Max Creek
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Imagination
by BRONCHO
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It Will Get Worse
by Lifeguard
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Bright Side of the Road
by Van Morrison
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Even the Darkness Has Arms
by The Barr Brothers
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Songs in Trailer
Exclusive Trailer Music
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Original Score
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Ocean
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Feeling Antisocial
by Dickon Hinchliffe
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Tova's Theme
by Dickon Hinchliffe
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Marcellus on the Loose
by Dickon Hinchliffe
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Eight Arms
by Dickon Hinchliffe
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A Hole in Her Heart
by Dickon Hinchliffe
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Circular Motions
by Dickon Hinchliffe
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I'll Be Alright
by Dickon Hinchliffe
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Pay Any Fine
by Dickon Hinchliffe
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Deepest Wound
by Dickon Hinchliffe
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I Missed Her
by Dickon Hinchliffe
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The Wrong Door
by Dickon Hinchliffe
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There Was a Girl
by Dickon Hinchliffe
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Face the Enemy
by Dickon Hinchliffe
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Let Him Go
by Dickon Hinchliffe
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Tova and the Ring
by Dickon Hinchliffe
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Long Lost Father
by Dickon Hinchliffe
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Remarkably Bright Creatures
by Dickon Hinchliffe
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About the Composer(s)
Dickon Hinchliffe (born in Nottingham, England) is an acclaimed composer, multi-instrumentalist, and singer-songwriter. He first gained international recognition as a founding member and co-composer of the highly influential British indie-rock and chamber-pop band Tindersticks, known for their dark, string-drenched melodies and cinematic arrangements. Hinchliffe contributed violin, guitar, keyboards, and arrangements to the band's landmark early albums before departing in the mid-2000s to focus entirely on film scoring.
Since transitioning to full-time film composition, Hinchliffe has earned a reputation as a master of intimate, character-driven scores. His work often blends traditional acoustic instrumentation with delicate modern textures. His extensive scoring credits include Debra Granik's Oscar-nominated masterpiece Winter's Bone (for which he also co-wrote and performed original songs), Granik's follow-up drama Leave No Trace, Maggie Gyllenhaal's acclaimed psychological drama The Lost Daughter, and the biographical drama Father Soldier Son. In 2026, he composed the tender and whimsical acoustic score for Olivia Newman's Netflix drama Remarkably Bright Creatures, using gentle piano and cello arrangements to capture the heartwarming relationship between Tova and Marcellus.
Did you know?
- Noah Kahan's Breakout Song: The official trailer for Remarkably Bright Creatures prominently features Noah Kahan's hit single 'Northern Attitude' from his multi-platinum album Stick Season, perfectly setting the reflective, coastal tone of the film's setting.
- Grateful Dead Double Feature: Music supervisor Season Kent selected two tracks from the Grateful Dead's landmark 1975 album Blues for Allah—'The Music Never Stopped' and 'Franklin's Tower'—injecting a classic, jam-band energy into Tova's aquarium night shifts.
- Tindersticks Connection: Composer Dickon Hinchliffe was a key founding member of the legendary British chamber-pop band Tindersticks, and his background in crafting rich, melancholic string arrangements shines through in Tova's gorgeous recurring cello themes.
- Early Radiohead Rarity: The soundtrack features 'I Can't,' an underrated and rarely played track from Radiohead's 1993 debut studio album Pablo Honey, adding a touch of classic nineties alternative rock nostalgia to a poignant character moment.
Official Trailer
About the Movie
Set in a quiet coastal town, Remarkably Bright Creatures follows Tova Sullivan, a lonely elderly widow who works the night shift at the Sowell Bay Aquarium. Coping with years of grief over the mysterious disappearance of her son and the recent loss of her husband, Tova finds solace in keeping busy. Her routine takes an extraordinary turn when she forms an unlikely bond with Marcellus, a giant Pacific octopus residing at the aquarium. Remarkably clever and observant, Marcellus holds a deep understanding of human behavior. Unbeknownst to Tova, this curmudgeonly cephalopod is on a silent mission to piece together the truth about her son's disappearance, embarking on a quest to heal her heart before his own short lifespan runs out.
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