Scott Pilgrim Takes Off is a Netflix anime series developed by Bryan Lee O’Malley and BenDavid Grabinski, based on O’Malley’s own Scott Pilgrim graphic novels. The entire main cast from the 2010 live-action film, Scott Pilgrim vs. the World, returned to voice their roles, including Michael Cera, Mary Elizabeth Winstead, and Chris Evans.
The story follows Scott Pilgrim, who falls for Ramona Flowers shortly after she moves to town. As he pursues her, Scott finds himself facing off against her seven evil exes — though this series famously subverts that familiar premise early on. The show premiered on Netflix on November 17, 2023.
Quick Facts
| Title | Scott Pilgrim Takes Off |
| Composers | Anamanaguchi & Joseph Trapanese |
| Opening Theme | “Bloom” by Necry Talkie |
| Developed By | Bryan Lee O’Malley & BenDavid Grabinski |
| Genre | Anime / Action Comedy |
| Platform | Netflix |
| Episodes | 8 |
| Premiere Date | November 17, 2023 |
| Awards | 2024 Critics’ Choice Award, Best Animated Series |
| Season 2 Status | Cancelled — confirmed no Season 2 (November 2024) |
Who Composed the Scott Pilgrim Takes Off Soundtrack?
The series score was composed by the chiptune band Anamanaguchi together with film composer Joseph Trapanese. Anamanaguchi previously composed the widely loved soundtrack for the 2010 video game Scott Pilgrim vs. the World: The Game; Trapanese joined them for the first time on this Netflix series, brought in to help the score match the show’s animated style. Series co-creators O’Malley and Grabinski co-produced the music with both composers and even provided vocal demos for songs performed in-story by Scott’s band, Sex Bob-Omb.
Theme Song of Scott Pilgrim Takes Off
The opening theme, “Bloom,” is written and performed by the Japanese rock band Necry Talkie — a five-piece act featuring Mossa (vocals/guitar), Asahi (guitar), Fujita (bass), Kazuma Takei (drums), and Ayaka Nakamura (keyboard). It marked the band’s first-ever contribution to a Netflix series and their first placement on an international title. According to guitarist Asahi, the song’s introspective lyrics were inspired by the source material, while its synth textures nod to the show’s video-game influences.
Scott Pilgrim Takes Off Soundtrack List
The full soundtrack was released through Lakeshore Records on November 17, 2023 — the same day as the premiere — and spans 63 tracks (45 original songs and score cues plus 18 bonus tracks). Confirmed highlights include:
- Bloom – Necry Talkie (opening theme)
- I Feel Fine, Pt. 1 by Sex Bob-Omb
- Orange Shirt by Sex Bob-Omb
- I Will Remember You by Emily Haines & The Soft Skeleton
- I Feel Fine, Pt. 2 by Sex Bob-Omb
- Meeting Ramona (score)
- Detective Flowers (score)
- I’m Ramona Flowers (score)
Official Trailer
More anime soundtracks you might like: Good Night World Soundtrack, Wish Soundtrack
Source: Film Music Reporter
Related reading: Anime Soundtracks, Netflix Soundtracks, and Video Game Soundtracks.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Scott Pilgrim’s love interest?
Scott falls for Ramona Flowers, a delivery courier who moves to town at the start of the story, in both the original graphic novels and this Netflix series.
Who composed the Scott Pilgrim Takes Off soundtrack?
Anamanaguchi and Joseph Trapanese composed and produced the score together. Anamanaguchi also composed the music for the 2010 Scott Pilgrim vs. the World video game.
Who sings the Scott Pilgrim Takes Off opening theme “Bloom”?
“Bloom” is written and performed by the Japanese rock band Necry Talkie, marking their first-ever contribution to a Netflix series.
Will there be a Scott Pilgrim Takes Off Season 2?
No. Netflix confirmed in November 2024 that the series would not return for a second season. Co-creator Bryan Lee O’Malley has said the show was always intended to run for a single season.
Where can I watch Scott Pilgrim Takes Off?
All eight episodes are streaming exclusively on Netflix. The soundtrack is available on Spotify, Apple Music, and Amazon Music.