Our team compiled the best movie soundtracks and here is what they came up with
The movies we watch are often defined by the music used in their soundtracks. A well-crafted score can bring out the emotion of a movie and make it even more enjoyable. Here is a list of fifty of the best movies with soundtracks that have been praised by audiences and critics alike.
Here are the 30 best movie soundtracks to check out on the streaming service.
1. The Shawshank Redemption (1994)
The Shawshank Redemption (1994) – Rated R, Box Office Earnings: $28.3 million, Year of Release: 1994
The Shawshank Redemption is one of the most critically acclaimed films of all time. The movie follows Andy Dufresne (Tim Robbins), a wrongfully convicted bank-robber, as he navigates life inside the walls of Shawshank Prison. The soundtrack, composed by Thomas Newman, perfectly captures the mood of the movie, from the ominous strings of “Crawley” to the uplifting piano of “Brooks Was Here”.
2. Forrest Gump (1994)
Forrest Gump (1994) – Rated PG-13, Box Office Earnings: $677.9 million, Year of Release: 1994
Forrest Gump is a beloved classic starring Tom Hanks as the titular character. The movie follows Forrest as he experiences some of the most significant moments in American history. The soundtrack was composed by Alan Silvestri, with the iconic “Feather Theme” being the most recognizable track. The score fully captures the emotion of the film, particularly during the Vietnam War scenes.
3. The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring (2001)
The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring (2001) – Rated PG-13, Box Office Earnings: $871.5 million, Year of Release: 2001
The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring is the first installment in the epic trilogy. The movie follows the fellowship of Hobbits, Elves, Dwarves, and Men on their quest to destroy the Ring of Power. Howard Shore’s powerful score perfectly captures the epic nature of the movie, from the iconic “The Shire” theme to the rousing “The Riders of Rohan”.
4. The Dark Knight (2008)
The Dark Knight (2008) – Rated PG-13, Box Office Earnings: $1 billion, Year of Release: 2008
The Dark Knight is the second installment in Christopher Nolan’s Batman trilogy. The movie follows Batman (Christian Bale) as he battles the Joker (Heath Ledger) and his criminal allies. The soundtrack was composed by Hans Zimmer and James Newton Howard, who perfectly capture the dark and brooding nature of the movie. The score is highlighted by the haunting “Why So Serious?” theme.
5. Inception (2010)
Inception (2010) – Rated PG-13, Box Office Earnings: $828.3 million, Year of Release: 2010
Inception is a science-fiction thriller starring Leonardo DiCaprio. The movie follows a team of dream-sharers as they attempt to plant an idea in the mind of a wealthy target. The soundtrack was composed by Hans Zimmer, who created a score that perfectly captures the dream-like atmosphere of the movie. The score is highlighted by the iconic “Time” theme.
6. La La Land (2016)
La La Land (2016) – Rated PG-13, Box Office Earnings: $446.1 million, Year of Release: 2016
La La Land is a modern musical starring Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone. The movie follows a musician and an actress as they pursue their dreams while navigating their relationship. The soundtrack was composed by Justin Hurwitz, who captures the emotion of the movie. The score is highlighted by the uplifting “City of Stars” theme.
7. Baby Driver (2017)
Baby Driver (2017) – Rated R, Box Office Earnings: $226.9 million, Year of Release: 2017
Baby Driver is an action-comedy starring Ansel Elgort as Baby, a getaway driver for a crime boss. The movie follows Baby as he attempts to escape from his criminal life. The soundtrack was composed by Steven Price, who perfectly captures the energy of the movie. The score is highlighted by the high-octane “Bellbottoms” theme.
8. Coco (2017)
Coco (2017) – Rated PG, Box Office Earnings: $807.1 million, Year of Release: 2017
Coco is an animated movie about a young Mexican boy named Miguel (Anthony Gonzalez) who finds himself transported to the Land of the Dead. The soundtrack was composed by Michael Giacchino, who captures the emotion of the movie. The score is highlighted by the uplifting “Remember Me” theme.
9. Black Panther (2018)
Black Panther (2018) – Rated PG-13, Box Office Earnings: $1.3 billion, Year of Release: 2018
Black Panther is a Marvel superhero movie starring Chadwick Boseman. The movie follows T’Challa (Boseman) as he returns home to Wakanda and assumes the mantle of the Black Panther. The soundtrack was composed by Ludwig Göransson, who captures the African influences of the movie. The score is highlighted by the powerful “Wakanda” theme.
10. A Star is Born (2018)
A Star is Born (2018) – Rated R, Box Office Earnings: $434.2 million, Year of Release: 2018
A Star is Born is a remake of the classic musical starring Bradley Cooper and Lady Gaga. The movie follows Cooper’s Jackson Maine as he discovers and falls in love with Gaga’s Ally. The soundtrack was composed by Lady Gaga and Mark Ronson, who captures the emotion of the movie. The score is highlighted by the beautiful “Shallow” theme.
11. Bohemian Rhapsody (2018)
Bohemian Rhapsody (2018) – Rated PG-13, Box Office Earnings: $903 million, Year of Release: 2018
Bohemian Rhapsody is a biopic about the legendary band Queen, starring Rami Malek as frontman Freddie Mercury. The soundtrack was composed by Brian May and Roger Taylor, who perfectly capture the energy of the band. The score is highlighted by the iconic “Bohemian Rhapsody” theme.
12. Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse (2018)
Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse (2018) – Rated PG, Box Office Earnings: $375.5 million, Year of Release: 2018
Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse is an animated superhero movie about Miles Morales (Shameik Moore), an African-American teenager who gains spider-like abilities. The soundtrack was composed by Daniel Pemberton, who captures the energy of the movie. The score is highlighted by the funky “Sunflower” theme.
13. Star Wars: The Last Jedi (2017)
Star Wars: The Last Jedi (2017) – Rated PG-13, Box Office Earnings: $1.3 billion, Year of Release: 2017
Star Wars: The Last Jedi is the eighth installment in the epic space opera. The movie follows Rey (Daisy Ridley) as she learns the ways of the Force and confronts the villainous Kylo Ren (Adam Driver). The soundtrack was composed by John Williams, who perfectly captures the epic nature of the movie. The score is highlighted by the stirring “Force Theme”.
14. The Greatest Showman (2017)
The Greatest Showman (2017) – Rated PG, Box Office Earnings: $434.2 million, Year of Release: 2017
The Greatest Showman is a musical biopic about P.T. Barnum (Hugh Jackman) and his creation of the traveling circus. The soundtrack was composed by Justin Paul and Benj Pasek, who capture the emotion of the movie. The score is highlighted by the inspirational “This is Me” theme.
15. The Lion King (2019)
The Lion King (2019) – Rated PG, Box Office Earnings: $1.6 billion, Year of Release: 2019
The Lion King is a remake of the classic animated movie, with Donald Glover voicing Simba. The movie follows Simba as he reclaims his place as the rightful king of the Pride Lands. The soundtrack was composed by Hans Zimmer, who perfectly captures the emotion of the movie. The score is highlighted by the powerful “Circle of Life” theme.
16. Joker (2019)
Joker (2019) – Rated R, Box Office Earnings: $1.1 billion, Year of Release: 2019
Joker is a psychological thriller about the iconic comic book villain, starring Joaquin Phoenix. The movie follows Arthur Fleck (Phoenix) as he descends into madness and becomes the Clown Prince of Crime. The soundtrack was composed by Hildur Guðnadóttir, who perfectly captures the mood of the movie. The score is highlighted by the menacing “Call Me Joker” theme.
17. Avengers: Endgame (2019)
Avengers: Endgame (2019) – Rated PG-13, Box Office Earnings: $2.8 billion, Year of Release: 2019
Avengers: Endgame is the fourth installment in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The movie follows the Avengers as they attempt to undo the damage caused by Thanos. The soundtrack was composed by Alan Silvestri, who captures the epic nature of the movie. The score is highlighted by the stirring “Portals” theme.
18. Frozen II (2019)
Frozen II (2019) – Rated PG, Box Office Earnings: $1.45 billion, Year of Release: 2019
Frozen II is the sequel to the beloved animated movie. The movie follows Anna (Kristen Bell) and Elsa (Idina Menzel) as they travel to the enchanted forest to discover the truth about their family. The soundtrack was composed by Christophe Beck, who captures the emotion of the movie. The score is highlighted by the beautiful “Show Yourself” theme.
19. Parasite (2019)
Parasite (2019) – Rated R, Box Office Earnings: $264.5 million, Year of Release: 2019
Parasite is a South Korean black comedy-thriller about a poor family who infiltrates a wealthy household. The soundtrack was composed by Jung Jae Il, who captures the mood of the movie. The score is highlighted by the tense “The Great Escape” theme.
20. 1917 (2019)
1917 (2019) – Rated R, Box Office Earnings: $159.3 million, Year of Release: 2019
1917 is a World War I drama starring George MacKay and Dean-Charles Chapman. The movie follows two British soldiers as they embark on a dangerous mission. The soundtrack was composed by Thomas Newman, who captures the emotion of the movie. The score is highlighted by the stirring “Geoffrey’s Theme”.
21. Jojo Rabbit (2019)
Jojo Rabbit (2019) – Rated PG-13, Box Office Earnings: $96.2 million, Year of Release: 2019
Jojo Rabbit is a dark comedy about a young German boy (Roman Griffin Davis) and his imaginary friend, Adolf Hitler (Taika Waititi). The soundtrack was composed by Michael Giacchino, who captures the emotion of the movie. The score is highlighted by the whimsical “Bathroom Dance” theme.
22. Once Upon a Time in Hollywood (2019)
Once Upon a Time in Hollywood (2019) – Rated R, Box Office Earnings: $374.3 million, Year of Release: 2019
Once Upon a Time in Hollywood is a comedy-drama about a fading actor (Leonardo DiCaprio) and his stunt double (Brad Pitt). The soundtrack was composed by David Holmes, who perfectly captures the mood of the movie. The score is highlighted by the nostalgic “Wrap It Up” theme.
23. The Ghost and Mrs. Muir (1947)
The Ghost and Mrs. Muir (1947) – Rated G, Box Office Earnings: $11.4 million, Year of Release: 1947
The Ghost and Mrs. Muir is a romantic fantasy starring Gene Tierney and Rex Harrison. The movie follows a widow (Tierney) who moves into a haunted house on the coast of England and falls in love with the ghost of a sea-captain (Harrison). The soundtrack was composed by Bernard Herrmann, who captures the emotion of the movie. The score is highlighted by the beautiful “The Ghost and Mrs. Muir” theme.
24. The Wizard of Oz (1939)
The Wizard of Oz (1939) – Rated G, Box Office Earnings: $3 million, Year of Release: 1939
The Wizard of Oz is a beloved classic starring Judy Garland. The movie follows Dorothy (Garland) and her companions as they travel to the Land of Oz in search of the Wizard. The soundtrack was composed by Herbert Stothart, who captures the whimsical nature of the movie. The score is highlighted by the iconic “Over the Rainbow” theme.
25. Psycho (1960)
Psycho (1960) – Rated R, Box Office Earnings: $50 million, Year of Release: 1960
Psycho is a horror movie directed by Alfred Hitchcock and starring Anthony Perkins. The movie follows Norman Bates (Perkins) as he runs a motel while harboring a dark secret. The soundtrack was composed by Bernard Herrmann, who perfectly captures the suspense of the movie. The score is highlighted by the haunting “Shower Scene” theme.
26. Blade Runner (1982)
Blade Runner (1982) – Rated R, Box Office Earnings: $33.8 million, Year of Release: 1982
Blade Runner is a science-fiction classic starring Harrison Ford. The movie follows Rick Deckard (Ford) as he attempts to hunt down a group of escaped replicants. The soundtrack was composed by Vangelis, who captures the moody atmosphere of the movie. The score is highlighted by the iconic “Main Titles” theme.
27. The Big Lebowski (1998)
The Big Lebowski (1998) – Rated R, Box Office Earnings: $17.5 million, Year of Release: 1998
The Big Lebowski is a cult comedy starring Jeff Bridges. The movie follows Jeff “The Dude” Lebowski (Bridges) as he gets caught up in a case of mistaken identity. The soundtrack was composed by Carter Burwell, who captures the laid-back vibe of the movie. The score is highlighted by the funky “Gutterballs” theme.
28. Amélie (2001)
Amélie (2001) – Rated R, Box Office Earnings: $33.5 million, Year of Release: 2001
Amélie is a French romantic comedy starring Audrey Tautou. The movie follows Amélie (Tautou) as she attempts to bring happiness to the people around her. The soundtrack was composed by Yann Tiersen, who perfectly captures the whimsical nature of the movie. The score is highlighted by the beautiful “La Valse d’Amélie” theme.
29. The Social Network (2010)
The Social Network (2010) – Rated PG-13, Box Office Earnings: $224.9 million, Year of Release: 2010
The Social Network is a drama about the creation of the popular website Facebook, starring Jesse Eisenberg. The movie follows Mark Zuckerberg (Eisenberg) as he builds the site and deals with the fallout. The soundtrack was composed by Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross, who capture the mood of the movie. The score is highlighted by the eerie “Hand Covers Bruise” theme.
30. The Grand Budapest Hotel (2014)
The Grand Budapest Hotel (2014) – Rated R, Box Office Earnings: $175.3 million, Year of Release: 2014
The Grand Budapest Hotel is a comedy-drama directed by Wes Anderson and starring Ralph Fiennes. The movie follows a concierge (Fiennes) and his lobby boy (Tony Revolori) as they attempt to prove the innocence of a guest. The soundtrack was composed by Alexandre Desplat, who perfectly captures the charm of the movie. The score is highlighted by the whimsical “The Grand Budapest Hotel” theme.