Our Flag Means Death Season 2 Soundtrack: The Max romantic comedy, based on errant pirate Captain Stede Bonnet who tries to make a name for himself as a pirate while also falling in love with Blackbeard, is one of the most popular shows of the year.
Our Flag Means Death” is a comedy show that premiered on Max in March 2022. The show follows a fictional version of the real-life historical figure Stede Bonnet (Rhys Darby) as he gives up his aristocratic life to become a pirate on the high seas. The show’s second season premiered on October 5, 2023, with the first three episodes released on the same day. The season has a total of eight episodes, and new episodes are released every Thursday.
Quick Facts
| Show | Our Flag Means Death – Season 2 |
| Network / Platform | Max (HBO Max) |
| Premiere Date | October 5, 2023 |
| Finale Date | October 26, 2023 |
| Episodes | 8 |
| Score Composer | Mark Mothersbaugh |
| Creator | David Jenkins |
| Starring | Rhys Darby, Taika Waititi |
Our Flag Means Death Season 2 Soundtrack
Our Flag Means Death Season 2 now has an official teaser trailer. The comedy show, which premiered in March 2022 on Max (when it was still known as HBO Max), follows a fictional version of real-life historical figure Stede Bonnet (Rhys Darby) as he gives up his aristocratic life to become a pirate on the high seas.
The series cast also includes Ewen Bremner, Joel Fry, Samson Kayo, Con O’Neill, Nathan Foad, Vico Ortiz, Kristian Nairn, Rory Kinnear, Nat Faxon and Taika Waititi.
Original Soundtrack of Our Flag Means Death Season 2 Soundtrack
Season 2 • Episode 1: ‘Impossible Birds’ (S02E01)
- I Love My Baby – Nina Simone: “I Love My Baby” is a song by American singer, songwriter, and civil rights activist Nina Simone. The song was released in 1967 as part of their album “High Priestess of Soul”. The song is a soulful ballad featuring Simone’s powerful vocals and a slow, bluesy melody.
- Strawberry Letter 23 – Shuggie Otis: “Strawberry Letter 23” is a song written and composed by Shuggie Otis from his 1971 album “Freedom Flight”. The song is a psychedelic soul track featuring guitar work from Otis and a catchy melody. The song is also widely known for its 1977 cover version recorded by the Brothers Johnson and produced by Quincy Jones.
- Pygmy Love Song – Francis Bebey: “Pygmy Love Song” is a song by Cameroonian musician, writer, and composer Francis Bebey. The song was released in 1982 as part of their album “Pygmy Love Songs”. The song features Bebey’s signature blend of African rhythms and electronic music, using traditional African instruments such as the sanza and balafon.
Season 2 • Episode 2: ‘Red Flags’ (S02E02)
- Run From Me – Timber Timbre: “Run from Me” is a song by the Canadian music group Timber Timbre. The song was released in 2014 as part of their album “Hot Dreams” 1. The song is a haunting and disturbing track that explores the darker aspects of a toxic and potentially abusive relationship.
Season 2 • Episode 3: ‘The Innkeeper’ (S02E03)
- This Woman’s Work – Kate Bush: “This Woman’s Work” is a ballad by British singer-songwriter Kate Bush, included on her 1989 album “The Sensual World.” Its aching, piano-led vocal has made it a favorite needle-drop for emotional turning points in film and TV.
Release Date of Our Flag Means Death Season 2
The second season will premiere its first three episodes on October 5, 2023, on Max. The two episodes will air weekly on Thursdays until the finale on October 26.
Release schedule like this:
- Episode 1 (‘Impossible Birds’) – Thursday, October 5, 2023
- Episode 2 (‘Red Flags’) – Thursday, October 5, 2023
- Episode 3 (‘The Innkeeper’) – Thursday, October 5, 2023
- Episode 4 (‘Fun and Games’) – Thursday, October 12, 2023
- Episode 5 (‘The Curse of the Seafaring Life’) – Thursday, October 12, 2023
- Episode 6 (‘Calypso’s Birthday’) – Thursday, October 19, 2023
- Episode 7 (‘Man on Fire’) – Thursday, October 19, 2023
- Episode 8 (‘Mermen’, series finale) – Thursday, October 26, 2023
(External Link: Our Flag Means Death Season 2 Soundtrack)
Score & Composer
The original score for both seasons of Our Flag Means Death was composed by Mark Mothersbaugh, the Devo co-founder turned prolific film and TV composer known for The Lego Movie, Thor: Ragnarok, and multiple Wes Anderson films. His Season 2 score (tracks like “Escape the Basket” and “Back to the Revenge”) sits alongside a soundtrack of licensed needle-drops — from Nina Simone to Kate Bush — curated by music supervisor Maggie Phillips. Both the score and song soundtrack are available to stream via the “Our Flag Means Death: Season 2 (Soundtrack from the Max Original Series)” release on Apple Music and Spotify.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who composed the music for Our Flag Means Death Season 2?
Mark Mothersbaugh composed the original score for both seasons of Our Flag Means Death. The show also features an extensive soundtrack of licensed songs curated by music supervisor Maggie Phillips.
How many episodes are in Our Flag Means Death Season 2?
Season 2 has 8 episodes. The first three premiered together on October 5, 2023, with new episodes released weekly on Thursdays through the finale on October 26, 2023.
Is there an Our Flag Means Death Season 3?
No. Max canceled Our Flag Means Death after Season 2. Creator David Jenkins confirmed in January 2024 that the series would not continue despite efforts to find it a new home.
Where can I watch Our Flag Means Death Season 2?
Our Flag Means Death Season 2 streams exclusively on Max.
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