Primetime is a psychological crime thriller directed by Lance Oppenheim, marking his narrative feature directorial debut. The film stars Robert Pattinson as former To Catch a Predator host Chris Hansen, alongside Merritt Wever, Skyler Gisondo, Matthew Maher, Bokeem Woodbine, and Phoebe Bridgers in her acting debut. A24 will release the film in theaters nationwide on September 25, 2026, following its premiere at the 2026 Venice Film Festival.
This article covers what’s officially confirmed about the film’s soundtrack — its composer, the full tracklist, and where to stream it.
Primetime Soundtrack Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Film | Primetime |
| Director | Lance Oppenheim |
| Studio | A24 |
| Platform | Theatrical (nationwide release) |
| Film Release Date | September 25, 2026 |
| Composer | Ari Balouzian |
| Label | A24 Music |
| Soundtrack Release Date | September 25, 2026 |
| Total Tracks | 25 |
Primetime Soundtrack Overview
A24 Music will release the official Primetime soundtrack digitally on September 25, 2026, timed to the film’s theatrical opening. The album pairs 24 original score cues by Ari Balouzian with a single end-title song, “On Video,” written and performed by Phoebe Bridgers.
Director Lance Oppenheim has described the score as a “network news-themed version of a noir nightmare,” built to help the film move between dark comedy and genuine menace as the line between performance and reality breaks down.
Balouzian began composing early, working from the script and dailies while the film was still shooting. He performed and recorded most of the score himself, bringing in outside musicians only for woodwinds and drums.
Who Composed the Primetime Soundtrack?
The Primetime score is composed by Ari Balouzian, a Los Angeles-based composer, musician, and producer. He is one-third of the retro-future soul trio Gabriels and co-founded the music production studio Appraiser with fellow Gabriels member Ryan Hope.
Balouzian is a frequent collaborator of director Lance Oppenheim, having previously scored his documentaries Some Kind of Heaven and Spermworld, as well as the HBO docuseries Ren Faire. His other credits include Atropia, the HBO docuseries Monsters of God, and Netflix’s The Turnaround, for which he received an Emmy nomination. Balouzian and Oppenheim also teamed up on A24’s You Can See Everything, due later in October 2026.
The end-title song “On Video” is written and performed by Phoebe Bridgers, the four-time Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, marking her first original song written specifically for a film’s end credits and her first new music since her album Lost Weekend.
Primetime Official Tracklist
The full 25-track album was confirmed by A24 Music and Film Music Reporter on September 11, 2026:
- Incantations
- Encounter
- Undressing
- The Craft
- National Epidemic
- Primetime
- The Perfect Family
- First Day on the Job
- Boy Scout
- Ambition
- Merrygoround
- Fan Mail
- Trawling
- Showtime
- BBQ
- India 1996
- The Search
- Ghost Car
- Pillory
- The Righteous
- Head on a Stick
- Ace in the Hole
- SAG Card
- Savior
- On Video – Phoebe Bridgers
Score Highlights
“Savior” was released on September 10, 2026, as the soundtrack’s first single. Robert Pattinson has said he listened to the track on set to help get into character as Chris Hansen.
“Primetime,” the album’s title cue, shares its name with the film itself.
“On Video” closes the album as the end-title song. Described as a soaring rock track with searing guitars, it draws on the tense, noir-inspired atmosphere of Balouzian’s score to give the film a cathartic finish.
Primetime Composer Filmography (Ari Balouzian)
| Year | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Some Kind of Heaven | Documentary feature |
| 2024 | Spermworld | FX/Hulu documentary |
| 2024 | Ren Faire | HBO docuseries |
| 2024 | The Turnaround | Netflix (Emmy-nominated) |
| 2025 | Atropia | Feature film |
| 2026 | Monsters of God | HBO docuseries |
| 2026 | Primetime | A24 feature film |
| 2026 | You Can See Everything | A24 (upcoming) |
Where to Listen to the Primetime Soundtrack?
The Primetime soundtrack releases digitally on September 25, 2026, through A24 Music, and will be available on major streaming platforms including Spotify and Apple Music. The first single, “Savior,” is already streaming on both platforms ahead of the full album release.
FAQs
Who composed the Primetime soundtrack?
The score is composed by Ari Balouzian, a member of the soul trio Gabriels and a frequent collaborator of director Lance Oppenheim.
When does the Primetime soundtrack release?
The soundtrack releases digitally on September 25, 2026, through A24 Music, the same day as the film’s theatrical release.
How many tracks are on the Primetime soundtrack album?
The album has 25 tracks — 24 original score cues by Ari Balouzian and one song, “On Video,” by Phoebe Bridgers.
Does Phoebe Bridgers sing on the Primetime soundtrack?
Yes. Bridgers wrote and performs the end-title song “On Video,” her first original song written for a film’s end credits.
What is the first single from the Primetime soundtrack?
“Savior,” a Balouzian score cue, was released on September 10, 2026, ahead of the full album.
Where can I stream the Primetime soundtrack?
It will be available on Spotify, Apple Music, and other major digital platforms starting September 25, 2026.
Is Primetime Ari Balouzian’s first narrative feature with Lance Oppenheim?
Yes. Balouzian and Oppenheim have collaborated on documentaries before, but Primetime is their first narrative feature together.
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