What makes Tenet – Original Motion Picture Soundtrack by Ludwig Göransson notable?

The Tenet soundtrack received widespread acclaim, with critics praising its innovative sound design and ability to convey the film's intricate themes. It debuted at number one on the Billboard Soundtracks chart and contributed to an increased interest in film scores as standalone listening experiences. When Ludwig Göransson released the Tenet soundtrack in September 2020, he was experiencing a career peak following his Oscar win for Best Original Score for Black Panther. This soundtrack marked his return to feature films after the success of several high-profile projects, including work on Marvel films and collaborations with director Christopher Nolan.

Who is Tenet – Original Motion Picture Soundtrack for?

Tenet – Original Motion Picture Soundtrack works well if you're into dynamic emotional journeys, long immersive listening sessions and layered dense sonic textures.

How many songs are on Tenet – Original Motion Picture Soundtrack?

Tenet – Original Motion Picture Soundtrack has 18 tracks, running approximately 86 minutes.

Tenet – Original Motion Picture Soundtrack

Ludwig Göransson · 2020

86 min · 18 tracks

A thrilling blend of orchestral grandeur and electronic textures that mirrors the film's complex narrative structure.

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Top tracks — play these first

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SATOR — This track encapsulates the core themes of time inversion through its dynamic shifts and haunting motifs, reflecting the film's central concept.
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THE ALGORITHM — Featuring pulsating rhythms and layered textures, this piece captures the tension of pivotal moments in the film while showcasing Göransson's innovative composition style.
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RAINY NIGHT IN TALLINN — Opening with an atmospheric build-up, this track sets a moody tone that resonates throughout the film, establishing a sense of foreboding.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

Instrumental

77 /100

Summit

Higher than 99% of albums we've rated

The score blends orchestral and electronic sounds effectively, creating a cohesive and innovative listening experience.

Composition 25% of the score: 8/10
Craft 20% of the score: 9/10
Durability 25% of the score: 7/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 8/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 8/10

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

dynamic emotional journeys
long immersive listening sessions
layered dense sonic textures
wave-like pacing experiences

Where this album fits

Career context: When Ludwig Göransson released the Tenet soundtrack in September 2020, he was experiencing a career peak following his Oscar win for Best Original Score for Black Panther. This soundtrack marked his return to feature films after the success of several high-profile projects, including work on Marvel films and collaborations with director Christopher Nolan.
Stylistic neighbors: Hans Zimmer· Ramin Djawadi· Junkie XL

Tracklist

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

1 RAINY NIGHT IN TALLINN 8:00
2 WINDMILLS 5:16
3 MEETING NEIL 2:15
4 PRIYA 3:23
5 BETRAYAL 3:55
6 FREEPORT 3:38
7 747 7:04
8 FROM MUMBAI TO AMALFI 4:25
9 FOILS 3:10
10 SATOR 2:51
11 TRUCKS IN PLACE 5:32
12 RED ROOM BLUE ROOM 3:29
13 INVERSION 3:32
14 RETRIEVING THE CASE 3:20
15 THE ALGORITHM 5:58
16 POSTERITY 12:42
17 THE PROTAGONIST 4:48
18 THE PLAN 3:05

What to play next

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