The The Killer Original Motion Picture Soundtrack accompanies the 2023 action thriller The Killer, directed by David Fincher and released on Netflix. The score was composed by Trent Reznor & Atticus Ross, longtime collaborators whose atmospheric and minimalist approach underscores the film’s tense pacing, psychological depth, and shadowy world of an assassin.
Released in 2023, the soundtrack features a suite of instrumental tracks that blend ambient electronics with subtle orchestral elements, creating an immersive sonic backdrop that enhances both the movie’s suspense and its quieter, introspective moments. The music supports the film’s intense narrative without overpowering it, giving the story a distinctive auditory edge.
Summary Overview
Interesting facts:
- Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross are known for their work on the soundtracks for “The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo” (2009) and “Gone Girl” (2014).
- The music in “The Killer” creates a sense of the protagonist’s isolation and loneliness, as well as emphasizes the beauty and grandeur of the world around him.
- The soundtrack received positive reviews from critics, who noted its originality and appropriateness for the film’s visuals.
The Killer: Tracklist
- Well I Wonder – The Smiths
- How Soon Is Now? (12’’ Version) – The Smiths
- Hand In Glove – The Smiths
- Glory Box – Portishead
- Fiesta Latina – Qbanito
- Heaven Knows I’m Miserable Now – The Smiths
- Girlfriend In a Coma – The Smiths
- Shoplifters of the World Unite – The Smiths
- Unhappy Birthday – The Smiths
- This Charming Man – The Smiths
- Can’t Help Myself (feat. Clara Jo) – nok nok & Tkettle
- Pray – Ryden
- Stray Beast – James Saaib
- There Is a Light That Never Goes Out – The Smiths – song at the end of the film
- Know It’s Over – The Smiths
- Bigmouth Strikes Again – The Smiths
- Chopstick – Orlando Angelo
- Pop Pop – Avalanche The Architect
- Another Level – Crewsont
- Better Than – Gretchen Parlato
Score Soundtrack
- Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross – The Killer
- Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross – Fuck.
- Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross – The Hideout
- Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross – Stick to the Plan
- Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross – The Sunshine State
- Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross – Consequences Are Automatic
- Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross – Empathy Is Weakness
- Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross – Never Hesitate
- Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross – The Brute, Pt 1
- Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross – The Brute, Pt 2
- Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross – Intruder
- Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross – The Expert
- Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross – Gonna Have to Call You Back, Marvin
- Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross – One of the Many
- Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross – Trailer
