Dear Child (Liebes Kind) is a German psychological thriller that became a global Netflix hit in 2023. Based on Romy Hausmann’s bestselling novel, it surrounds an injured woman and child who escape a captor — and an Oscar-winning score that holds the tension. Here is the verified music guide.
Quick Facts
| Type | TV miniseries (German) |
| Network | Netflix |
| Premiere | 7 September 2023 |
| Based on | Romy Hausmann’s novel Liebes Kind |
| Composers | Gustavo Santaolalla & Juan Luqui |
| Score album | 31 tracks — Netflix Music |
Score & Composer
The original music was composed by Academy Award winner Gustavo Santaolalla (Brokeback Mountain, Babel, The Last of Us) with Juan Luqui. Netflix Music released a 31-track soundtrack album, blending fragile acoustic textures with electronics to mirror the story’s mix of violence and tenderness.
Selected Score Tracks
| Track | Composer |
|---|---|
| Liebes Kind (Main Title) | Santaolalla & Luqui |
| Underneath | Santaolalla & Luqui |
| Dreamscapes | Santaolalla & Luqui |
| Hannah | Santaolalla & Luqui |
| Aida | Santaolalla & Luqui |
| Waiting | Santaolalla & Luqui |
| You’ll See | Santaolalla & Luqui |
Where to Watch & Listen
Dear Child premiered on Netflix on 7 September 2023 and streams worldwide. The score is available on Apple Music and Spotify.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who composed the Dear Child soundtrack?
The score was composed by Oscar winner Gustavo Santaolalla together with Juan Luqui, released as a 31-track album by Netflix Music.
Is Dear Child based on a book?
Yes. It is based on Romy Hausmann’s internationally bestselling novel Liebes Kind.
How many episodes does Dear Child have?
The German-language limited series runs for six episodes on Netflix.
Where can I watch Dear Child?
It streams worldwide on Netflix, where it premiered on 7 September 2023.
Is there a Dear Child soundtrack album?
Yes. Netflix Music released a 31-track album featuring Santaolalla and Luqui’s score, including the title track ‘Liebes Kind.’
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