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Mission Impossible – Ghost Protocol – Music From the Motion Picture

Michael Giacchino · 2011

76 min · 22 tracks · film score

Dynamic orchestral swells and driving rhythms propel the action-packed score of this espionage thriller.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic orchestral swells energize focus
  • action-packed sequences for motivation
  • wave-like pacing keeps engagement
  • short bursts for tension
  • for high-stakes scenarios

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer slow, contemplative sounds
  • dislike dynamic soundtracks

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Mission Impossible – Ghost Protocol' was released in December 2011, Michael Giacchino had already established himself as a prominent film composer, known for his work on films like 'Up' and 'Star Trek'. This album marked his continued collaboration with the 'Mission: Impossible' franchise, following his successful score for 'Mission: Impossible III' in 2006. The soundtrack showcases Giacchino's ability to blend thematic motifs with high-energy sequences that elevate the film's narrative.
Stylistic neighbors
Hans Zimmer· John Williams· Thomas Newman

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Give Her My Budapest 1:56
  • 2 Light the Fuse 2:01
  • 3 Knife to a Gun Fight 3:42
  • 4 In Russia, Phone Dials You 1:40
  • 5 Kremlin With Anticipation 4:12
  • 6 From Russia With Shove 3:37
  • 7 Ghost Protocol 4:58
  • 8 Railcar Rundown 1:11
  • 9 Hendricks’ Manifesto 3:17
  • 10 A Man, a Plan, a Code, Dubai 2:44
  • 11 Love the Glove 3:44
  • 12 The Express Elevator 2:31
  • 13 Mission Impersonatable 3:55
  • 14 Moreau Trouble Than She’s Worth 6:44
  • 15 Out for a Run 3:53
  • 16 Eye of the Wistrom 1:04
  • 17 Mood India 4:28
  • 18 Mumbai’s the Word 7:14
  • 19 Launch Is on Hendricks 2:22
  • 20 World’s Worst Parking Valet 5:03
  • 21 Putting the Miss in Mission 5:19
  • 22 Mission: Impossible Theme (Out With a Bang version) 0:53

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