The Perfect Couple will premiere the episodes of its season on Netflix, and certainly it will arrive with great performances and a soundtrack featuring some classic hits. Check out the series music.
Nantucket is in full swing for wedding season, and there’s nothing quite like the sight of a bride making her way down Main Street, as familiar as the sun setting over Madaket Beach. The upcoming Otis-Winbury wedding is set to be a spectacular affair, thanks to the groom’s affluent parents who are pulling out all the stops for a grand celebration at their stunning oceanfront estate.
But the day takes a dark turn when a body is found in Nantucket Harbor just hours before the ceremony, turning the joyous occasion into a scene of mystery and intrigue. Suddenly, every member of the wedding party finds themselves under scrutiny as Chief of Police Ed Kapenash conducts interviews with the bride, the groom, his renowned mystery-novelist mother, and even a relative of his own. This shocking twist reveals that every wedding can be fraught with unexpected challenges, proving that no couple is without their secrets.
The series, directed by Susanne Bier, created by Jenna Lamia and based on Elin Hilderbrand’s New York Times bestselling novel “The Perfect Couple”, will release all its new episodes on September 5, 2024.
Nicole Kidman stars as Greer Garrison Winbury, the glamorous mother of the groom and a famous novelist who is determined to make the wedding unforgettable. Liev Schreiber plays Tag Winbury, the groom’s father, while Eve Hewson takes on the role of Amelia Sacks, the bride preparing for her big day.Joining them are Dakota Fanning as Abby Winbury, the sister-in-law.
The Perfect Couple Soundtrack | Songs by Episode
Episode 1 – S01E01
- Nantucket Island – Willie Wright
- Young Hearts Run Free – Candi Staton
- Criminals – Meghan Trainor
- You Sexy Thing – Hot Chocolate
Episode 2 – S01E02
- Criminals – Meghan Trainor
Episode 3 – S01E03
- Offering – Gabriels
- Criminals – Meghan Trainor
- Bleeding Me Dry (A Colors Show) – Alicia Creti
Episode 4 – S01E04
- Criminals – Meghan Trainor
Episode 5 – S01E05
- Criminals – Meghan Trainor
- Never Gonna Give You Up – Rick Astley
Episode 6 – S01E06
- Criminals – Meghan Trainor
Who is the The Perfect Couple score composer?
The music for The Perfect Couple is composed by the acclaimed James Newton Howard, known for his ability to elevate storytelling through rich and evocative scores. With a career that includes numerous blockbuster films and multiple Academy Award nominations, Howard brings a wealth of experience to this thrilling murder mystery series.
He has worked on major film projects such as The Hunger Games Series (2012-2015), King Kong (2005), The Dark Knight (2008), The Sixth Sense (1999), Maleficent (2014)
Supporting his work is Ben Barker, the supervising sound editor and designer, whose expertise in sound design will enhance the show’s atmospheric tension. Together, they aim to create an immersive auditory experience that complements the drama and intrigue of the narrative.
The song that plays in the trailer for the show, released on July 11 2024, is “Can’t Take My Eyes Off You”, performed by Frankie Valli