Are you looking for the complete Pressure Soundtrack? You are at the right place. In this article, we have covered everything about the Pressure (2026) soundtrack — including the full 21-track original score by Academy Award winner Volker Bertelmann, complete music credits, and where to stream it today.
Pressure is a 2026 British-French war drama film directed and edited by Anthony Maras and written by Maras and David Haig, based on Haig’s acclaimed 2014 stage play of the same name. The film is produced by Tim Bevan, Eric Fellner (the legendary producers behind Atonement, Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy, and the Bridget Jones franchise) and Lucas Webb for Working Title Films. It is distributed in the United States by Focus Features and was released theatrically on May 29, 2026.
Principal photography began in the United Kingdom in September 2024, with filming locations including the historic Mentmore Towers in Mentmore, Buckinghamshire.
In the tense 72 hours before D-Day, and with the fate of the free world hanging in the balance, Pressure follows General Dwight D. Eisenhower and Group Captain James Stagg as they face an impossible choice: launch the largest and most dangerous seaborne invasion in history — or risk losing the war altogether.
The film stars Andrew Scott as meteorologist James Stagg, Brendan Fraser as General Dwight D. Eisenhower, Kerry Condon, Chris Messina as Irving P. Krick, and Damian Lewis as Bernard Montgomery.
Pressure received generally positive reviews from critics following its theatrical release.
Who Composed the Pressure Score?
The original score for Pressure was composed by Volker Bertelmann — an Academy Award-winning German composer who returns to work with director Anthony Maras having previously collaborated on Hotel Mumbai (2018).
Bertelmann is one of the most in-demand composers in contemporary cinema. He won the Academy Award for Best Original Score for All Quiet on the Western Front (2022) — the landmark German anti-war film — and received critical acclaim for his score on Conclave (2024). His work spans intense historical drama, psychological thriller, and prestige television.
Bertelmann was confirmed as the composer for Pressure by Film Music Reporter on February 19, 2026.
Volker Bertelmann – Selected Filmography
| Year | Project |
|---|---|
| 2016 | Lion |
| 2018 | Adrift |
| 2018 | Hotel Mumbai |
| 2022 | All Quiet on the Western Front (Academy Award Winner) |
| 2023 | One Life |
| 2024 | Conclave |
| 2024 | Dune: Prophecy |
| 2024 | Road House |
| 2024 | Monkey Man |
| 2025 | The Day of the Jackal |
| 2025 | The Amateur |
| 2026 | A House of Dynamite |
| 2026 | Pressure |
About the Score
Bertelmann’s score for Pressure builds on his established ability to craft emotionally weighty, historically grounded orchestral music. For Pressure, he worked with two separate orchestras — the Budapest Art Orchestra (conducted by Péter Pejtsik) and the Vienna Synchron Orchestra (conducted by Bernhard Voss) — to achieve a sweeping, urgent sound befitting the story’s 72-hour countdown to the most consequential military decision in history.
Two classical and traditional pieces were specially arranged for the film:
- “Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy” — Piano arrangement by Chris Egan
- “All Creatures of our God and King” — Organ arrangement by Jeremy Holland-Smith
The score was described by Film Music Reporter as meteorological music — a fitting description for a film in which weather forecasting literally determines the fate of the free world.
Pressure (2026) – Full Official Tracklist
The complete Pressure (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) features 21 tracks composed by Volker Bertelmann. The album was released digitally by Back Lot Music on May 29, 2026 — the same day as the film’s theatrical release. Total runtime: 41:14.
| # | Title | Length |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | A Catastrophe | 2:03 |
| 2 | Reporting for Duty | 2:49 |
| 3 | Welcome Aboard | 0:56 |
| 4 | Don’t Let Me Down | 0:26 |
| 5 | Data | 2:35 |
| 6 | Back To Work | 1:01 |
| 7 | Whatever The Weather | 0:44 |
| 8 | Entering The Meeting | 1:09 |
| 9 | One Mistake | 2:03 |
| 10 | Why the Weather | 0:38 |
| 11 | Three Hours | 1:20 |
| 12 | Come On | 0:59 |
| 13 | June 4th | 1:38 |
| 14 | Postponed | 1:01 |
| 15 | Clearing Up | 1:13 |
| 16 | Unusual | 2:18 |
| 17 | Go | 1:18 |
| 18 | D-Day | 4:33 |
| 19 | Footholds Established | 1:46 |
| 20 | Congratulations | 4:22 |
| 21 | Pressure Ending Credits | 6:22 |
All tracks composed by Volker Bertelmann. Released by Back Lot Music, May 29, 2026.
Soundtrack Album Details
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Album Title | Pressure (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) |
| Composer | Volker Bertelmann |
| Label | Back Lot Music |
| Release Date | May 29, 2026 |
| Format | Digital Album (Hi-Res) |
| UPC | 660251219479 |
| Total Tracks | 21 |
| Total Runtime | 41:14 |
| Concertmaster | Marina Dimitrova |
| Orchestras | Budapest Art Orchestra; Vienna Synchron Orchestra |
| Conductors | Péter Pejtsik (Budapest Art Orchestra); Bernhard Voss (Vienna Synchron Orchestra) |
| Score Co-Producers | Paul Müller Reye; Ben Winkler |
| Lead Orchestrators | Raffael Seyfried; Jan Andrees |
| Score Mixer | Daniel Kresco |
| Score Editor | Alexander Nikoleit |
Full Music Credits
Composer: Volker Bertelmann Score Co-Producers: Paul Müller Reye, Ben Winkler Lead Orchestrators: Raffael Seyfried, Jan Andrees Concertmaster: Marina Dimitrova Conductors: Péter Pejtsik (Budapest Art Orchestra), Bernhard Voss (Vienna Synchron Orchestra) Score Mixer: Daniel Kresco Score Editor: Alexander Nikoleit Assistant Engineer: Wil Jones
Arrangers:
- Chris Egan — Piano Arrangement of “Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy”
- Jeremy Holland-Smith — Organ Arrangement of “All Creatures of our God and King”
ProTools Engineers: Lambert Windges, Paul Wunder, Ozan Tekin, Philipp Kaminsky, Lennart Saathoff, Julian Schwiebert, Antonia Beeskow, Stephan Huber, Lukas Lutzow, Christoph Aigelsreiter
Volker Bertelmann & Anthony Maras: Their Collaborations
| Year | Film |
|---|---|
| 2018 | Hotel Mumbai |
| 2026 | Pressure |
Pressure marks the second collaboration between Bertelmann and Maras — their first being Hotel Mumbai (2018), the acclaimed thriller dramatizing the 2008 Mumbai terrorist attacks.
Where to Stream
The full Pressure (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) by Volker Bertelmann is available on all major streaming platforms under Back Lot Music:
- Apple Music – Available now
- Spotify
- Amazon Music
- YouTube Music
The film is currently playing in US theaters, distributed by Focus Features from May 29, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Who composed the Pressure (2026) score?
The original score was composed by Volker Bertelmann — the Academy Award-winning German composer known for All Quiet on the Western Front (2022) and Conclave (2024). It marks his second collaboration with director Anthony Maras after Hotel Mumbai (2018).
How many tracks are in the Pressure (2026) soundtrack?
The album features 21 tracks with a total runtime of 41:14.
When was the Pressure (2026) soundtrack released?
The soundtrack was released digitally by Back Lot Music on May 29, 2026 — the same day as the film’s theatrical release.
What orchestras recorded the Pressure score?
The score was performed by two orchestras — the Budapest Art Orchestra, conducted by Péter Pejtsik, and the Vienna Synchron Orchestra, conducted by Bernhard Voss.
What is the longest track on the Pressure soundtrack?
The longest track is “Pressure Ending Credits” at 6:22, followed by “D-Day” at 4:33 and “Congratulations” at 4:22.
What is Pressure (2026) about?
Pressure follows the tense 72 hours before D-Day during World War II, as General Dwight D. Eisenhower (Brendan Fraser) and meteorologist Group Captain James Stagg (Andrew Scott) face the impossible decision of whether to launch the Normandy landings — the largest seaborne invasion in history.
Who directed Pressure (2026)?
Pressure was directed and edited by Anthony Maras and written by Maras and David Haig, based on Haig’s 2014 stage play. It is produced by Working Title Films and distributed by Focus Features.
Who are the lead actors in Pressure (2026)?
The film stars Andrew Scott as James Stagg, Brendan Fraser as Dwight D. Eisenhower, Kerry Condon, Chris Messina as Irving P. Krick, and Damian Lewis as Bernard Montgomery.
Is the Pressure (2026) soundtrack on Spotify?
Yes. The full Pressure (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) by Volker Bertelmann is available on Spotify under Back Lot Music, released May 29, 2026.
Has Volker Bertelmann won an Oscar?
Yes. Volker Bertelmann won the Academy Award for Best Original Score for All Quiet on the Western Front (2022).