Land of Bad Soundtrack: Directed by William Eubank, who co-wrote the screenplay with David Frigerio, Land of Bad is a 2024 action-thriller film that had its theatrical release on February 16, 2024.
The film follows a covert Special Forces extraction mission in the southern Philippines that goes wrong, turning into a brutal 48-hour fight for survival. Rookie Air Force Staff Sergeant JJ Kinney (Liam Hemsworth) is left outnumbered deep in enemy territory, and his best hope of getting his team out alive rests on the guidance of veteran drone pilot Captain Eddie “Reaper” Grimm (Russell Crowe), who talks him through the danger from a control room half a world away.
The film stars Russell Crowe, Liam Hemsworth, Luke Hemsworth, Ricky Whittle, Milo Ventimiglia, and Chika Ikogwe.
Quick Facts
| Film | Land of Bad (2024) |
| Director | William Eubank |
| Writers | William Eubank, David Frigerio |
| Composer | Brandon Roberts |
| Release Date | February 16, 2024 (theatrical); July 18, 2024 (Netflix) |
| Genres | Action, Thriller, War |
| Where to Watch | Netflix |
Who Composed the Land of Bad Soundtrack?
Brandon Roberts composed the original score for Land of Bad. Roberts has spent much of his career collaborating with composer Marco Beltrami, co-scoring films like A Quiet Place, Logan, and The Woman in Black. Working solo, he has also scored Thanksgiving (2023), Chaos Walking (2021), Underwater (2020), and the series Motherland: Fort Salem, and he more recently took over scoring duties on Disney+’s Andor Season 2.
The Land of Bad soundtrack album was released on February 16, 2024, via Atlantic Screen Music, pairing Roberts’ tense, percussive score with a handful of licensed needle-drops used in the film.
Featured Songs
Alongside Roberts’ score, Land of Bad features several licensed songs placed throughout the film:
- “Paint It Blue” – Charley Crockett (also plays over the end credits)
- “Goin’ Back to Texas” – Charley Crockett
- “Just an Old Condition” – Jeffrey Steele
- “Baby We’ll Fly” – Cavendish Music
- “Rainbow (Interrupted)” – Sarah Thiele
- “Confetti” – Low Key Billionaires
- “Cenotaph” – Bolt Thrower
- “Down the Field” – The Pride of Southland Marching Band
The soundtrack is available on Apple Music and Spotify, where you can listen to the entire album.
Where to Stream
Land of Bad had a theatrical release on February 16, 2024, and began streaming on Netflix in the United States on July 18, 2024. It is also available to rent or buy digitally on Prime Video, Apple TV, and other platforms.
Official Trailer
You can watch the official trailer of Land of Bad on YouTube below, which gives a glimpse of the story and cast.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who composed the Land of Bad soundtrack?
Brandon Roberts composed the original score for Land of Bad (2024). He is known for co-scoring films like A Quiet Place and Logan with Marco Beltrami, and for solo scores including Thanksgiving and Chaos Walking.
Is Land of Bad based on a true story?
Land of Bad is an original screenplay written by William Eubank and David Frigerio. It is not a direct adaptation of one specific real event, though its premise draws on the kind of high-stakes special-forces rescue missions the writers researched.
Where can I watch Land of Bad?
Land of Bad is streaming on Netflix in the United States, where it has been available since July 18, 2024. It can also be rented or purchased on Prime Video and Apple TV.
Who stars in Land of Bad?
Land of Bad stars Russell Crowe as drone pilot “Reaper” Grimm, Liam Hemsworth as Staff Sergeant JJ Kinney, alongside Luke Hemsworth, Ricky Whittle, and Milo Ventimiglia.
Is there a Land of Bad soundtrack album?
Yes. The Land of Bad soundtrack album was released on February 16, 2024, featuring Brandon Roberts’ score along with licensed songs by Charley Crockett and Jeffrey Steele. It is streaming on Spotify and Apple Music.
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