Quick Facts
| Title | The Continental: From the World of John Wick |
| Type | 3-part Peacock original event series (John Wick prequel) |
| Composer | Raffertie (Benjamin Stefanski) |
| Soundtrack label | Lakeshore Records |
| Release date | Premiered September 22, 2023; soundtrack released digitally the same day |
| Where to stream | Peacock (US) / Prime Video (international) |
| Genre | Neo-noir crime action drama |
| Starring | Colin Woodell, Mel Gibson, Mishel Prada, Ben Robson, Hubert Point-Du Jour, Nhung Kate, Jessica Allain, Ayomide Adegun, Jeremy Bobb, Peter Greene |
Lakeshore Records will release a soundtrack album for the Peacock original event series The Continental: From the World of John Wick.
The album features a selection of original music from the show composed by Rafferty (aka Benjamin Stefanski) (Alex Rider, Bull, White Dragon, Zone 414, One Way). The soundtrack will be released digitally on September 22 and will be available to stream/download on all major digital music services including Amazon.
The Continental was developed by Greg Coolidge, Kirk Ward, and Shawn Simmons based on the characters from the John Wick films and stars Colin Woodell, Mel Gibson, Ben Robson, Mishel Prada, Nhung Kate, Jessica Allain, Hubert Point-Du Jour, Jeremy Bobb, Peter Greene and Ayomide Adegun.
The 3-parter traces the origins behind the John Wick universe’s titular hotel-for-killers hub through the eyes of a young Winston Scott. The series will premiere on September 22 exclusively on Peacock.
The Continental: From the World of John Wick Soundtrack (Theme)
The Continental: From the World of John Wick (Original Soundtrack) featuring Rafferty’s original music is now available digitally via Lakeshore Records! Longtime readers of Soundtracks, Scores & More will remember Rafferty from his music for Alex Rider. The highly anticipated spin-off of the hugely successful John Wick franchise will debut in one of three-part events on September 22 on Peacock in the US and Amazon globally.
The Continental: From the World of John Wick Soundtrack (OST)
Here is the complete list of The Continental Soundtrack:
- Persona Non-Grata
- Syringe
- Us
- Hansel & Gretel
- Hallways
- Tenement
- Sacrifice
- Crematorium
- Saigon
- Taking His House
- Time For You To Feel Uncomfortable
- My Apologies
- Total Silence
- High-Risk High Reward
- Loyalty To The Master
- No Fidgeting
- Disembark The Vehicle
- Phone Booth
- Fun Fumes
- Rhodes Hotel
- Phase One
- Inimicus
- Between Me And Him
- Feel What They Felt
- We All Go Now
- Competitive Advantage
- Rooftop
- Structural Deformation
- Interregnum
Additional Songs of The Continental: From the World of John Wick
Here is a complete list of Additional Music from The Continental: From the World of John Wick:-
Season 1 • Episode 2: (Loyalty to the Master)
- I Feel Love – Donna Summer: “I Feel Love” is a song by Donna Summer. It was produced and co-written by Giorgio Moroder and Pete Bellotte, and recorded for Summer’s fifth studio album, I Remember Yesterday (1977). The song was released on 1 May 1977 as the B-side of the single “Can’t We Just Sit Down (And Talk It Over)”. However, it gained immense popularity and became a disco anthem in its own right.
- Jingo – Santana: “Jingo” is a song by Santana. It was originally written by Nigerian drummer Babatunde Olatunji and is part of his album titled Drums of Passion, which is possibly the first African drum record released in America. Santana’s version of the song can be found on his self-titled debut album, Santana (1969). The song blends rock, Latin, and African rhythms, showcasing Santana’s distinctive guitar playing and the band’s energetic performance.
- Hard Times – Baby Huey & The Babysitters: “Hard Times” is a song by Baby Huey and The Babysitters. It was originally written by Curtis Mayfield and released in 1971. Baby Huey and the Babysitters was an American rock and soul band led by James Remy, also known as Baby Huey. The band’s debut album, which included “Hard Times”, was released posthumously following Rami’s untimely death from a heart attack.
- Samba Pa Ti – Santana: “Samba Pa Ti” is an instrumental song by Santana from his 1970 album, Abraxas. The title translates to “Samba for You” in English. The song was written by Carlos Santana after he saw a jazz saxophonist performing on the street outside his apartment. It blends rock, Latin, and African rhythms, showcasing Santana’s distinctive guitar playing and the band’s energetic performance.
- Chicken Strut – The Meters: “Chicken Strut” is a song by The Meters from the album Struttin which was released on 15 June 1970.
- If You Leave Me Now – Chicago: If You Leave Me Now is a song by Chicago, From the album Chicago X. which was released on 14 June 1976.
- Dirt – The Stooges: Dirt is a song by The Stooges From the album Fun House released in 1970.
- La Grange – ZZ Top “La Grange” is a song by ZZ Top. The song is part of the album Tres Hombres which was released on 26 July 1973.
- Roundabout – Yes “Roundabout” is a song by Yes, from the album Fragile which was released on 26 November 1971.
- Strange – remix
- Crimson and Clover – Tommy James
- Yes Sir, I Can Boogie – Baccara
- The Boss – James Brown
- Daddy Cool – Boney M
- Almond Joy Mounds Commercial (1978)
- Children of the Grave – Black Sabbath
Season 1 • Episode 2: (Loyalty to the Master)
- Hard Times – Baby Huey & The Baby Sitters: “Hard Times” is a song by Baby Huey & The Baby Sitters, The song is part of the album The Baby Huey Story: The Living Legend released in February 1971.
- Bang, Bang (My Baby Shot Me Down) – Terry Reid: “Bang, Bang (My Baby Shot Me Down)” is a song by Terry Reid, From the album Bang Bang You’re Terry Reid which was released on 30 October 1968.
- Homicide – 999 “Homicide” is a song by 999, from the album Separates which was released in October 1978.
- Magic Man – Heart “Magic Man” is a song by Heart, From the album Dreamboat Annie is the debut studio album by American rock band Heart which was released in September 1975.
- Without You – Harry Nilsson “Without You” is a song by Harry Nilsson, From the album Nilsson Schmilsson. The album is the seventh studio album by American singer Harry Nilsson, released by RCA Records on November 11, 1971.
- Welcome to the Machine – Pink Floyd “Welcome to the Machine” is a song by Pink Floyd The song is part of the album which is the ninth studio album by the English rock band Pink Floyd, released on 12 September 1975.
- Ole – The Funkees “Ole” is a song by The Funkees from the album Point of No Return
- Get Up Offa That Thing – James Brown Get Up Offa That Thing is a song by James Brown, The song is part of the album also named Get Up Offa That Thing. The album was released in July 1976, by Polydor Records.
- Yi Meng Shan – Liu Tianyi Yi Meng Shan is a song by Liu Tianyi From the album China – Chine: Classical Music (Collection Ocora Radio-France). The album was released on 19 September 2011.
- A Sweet Little Bullet from a Pretty Blue Gun – Tom Waits “A Sweet Little Bullet from a Pretty Blue Gun” is a song by Tom Waits, from the album Blue Valentine. is the sixth studio album by singer and songwriter Tom Waits, released on September 5, 1978 on Asylum Records.
- Baker Street – Gerry Rafferty “Baker Street” is a song by Gerry Rafferty, From the album City to City which is the second solo studio album by Scottish singer-songwriter Gerry Rafferty, released on 20 January 1978 by United Artists Records.
- Loyalty To The Master – Raffertie
- Bach Cello Suite No. 1 BWV 1007 Prelude In G Major – Christos Anestopoulos
- Pop Goes the Weasel – Rock ‘N Learn
- Take the Long Way Home – Roger Hodgson
- Seasons Come, Seasons Go – Bobbie Gentry
- Funky Nassau, Pt. 1 – The Beginning Of The End
Season 1 • Episode 3 (Theater of Pain)
- Hard Times – Baby Huey & The Baby Sitters: “Hard Times” is a song by Baby Huey & The Baby Sitters, The song is part of the album The Baby Huey Story: The Living Legend released in February 1971.
- Right Place Wrong Time – Dr. John: “Right Place Wrong Time” is a song by Dr. John, The song is part of the album In the Right Place which was released on 25 February 1973.
- Fight the Power, Pts.1 & 2 – Isley Brothers: “Fight the Power, Pts.1 & 2” is a song by the Isley Brothers from the album The Heat Is On which was released in 1954.
- Götterdämmerung, WWV 86D, Act III: Immolation (Immolation Scene) – Berliner Philarmonic: “Götterdämmerung, WWV 86D, Act III: Immolation (Immolation Scene) is a song by Berliner Philarmonic”, from the album Der Ring ohne Worte: Orchestral Highlights From The Ring Cycle released in 1988.
- Oh Honey – Delegation: “Oh Honey” is a song by Delegation, It was released on 11 July 1977. The song is part of the album The Promise of Love.
- Rhodes Hotel – Raffertie “Rhodes Hotel” is a song by Raffertie from the album The Continental: From The World Of John Wick (Original Soundtrack) released in 2023.
- Hip Hug-Her – Booker T. & the M.G’s “Hip Hug-Her” is a song by Booker T. & the M.G’s from the movie which was released on 13 July 2007.
- Popcorn – Hot Butter Popcorn is a song by Hot Butter. The song is part of the album also named Popcorn released in 1972.
- Plop Plop – Caskey “Plop Plop” is a song by Caskey the song is part of the album also named Plop Plop released in 2013.
- Barracuda – Heart “Barracuda” is a song by Heart from the album Little Queen which is the third studio album by American rock band Heart, released in May 1977 by Portrait Records
- Rooftop – Raffertie “Rooftop” is a song by Raffertie from the album The Continental: From The World Of John Wick (Original Soundtrack) released in 2023.
- Baba O’Riley – The Who “Baba O’Riley” is a song by the English rock band The Who, written by guitarist and primary songwriter Pete Townshend. It is the opening track to their fifth album Who’s Next.
- What A Diff’rence A Day Made – Dinah Washington What A Diff’rence A Day Made is a song by Dinah Washington from the album Twentysomething It was released on 20 October 2003 in Europe, and in May 2004 in the United States.
- Structural Deformation – Raffertie “Structural Deformation is a song by Raffertie from the album The Continental: From The World Of John Wick (Original Soundtrack) which was released on 22 September 2023.
- New York Groove – Ace Frehley “New York Groove” is a song by Ace Frehley, The song is part of the album also named Ace Frehley. Which is the debut studio album by American guitarist and former Kiss member Ace Frehley, released on September 18, 1978, by Casablanca Records.
- Interregnum – Raffertie
- Bonanza (Instrumental Version) – Hit Crew Masters
- Generique de début (de “Playtime,” 1967) – Francis Lemarque
- One (Single Version) – Three Dog Night
- Soul Sacrifice – Santana
- Phase One – Raffertie Phase One is a song by Raffertie
(External Link: The Continental: From the World of John Wick Soundtrack)
Frequently Asked Questions
Who composed the score for The Continental: From the World of John Wick?
Raffertie, the stage name of composer Benjamin Stefanski, composed the original score. He is also known for scoring Alex Rider, Bull, White Dragon, Zone 414, and One Way.
Where can I watch The Continental: From the World of John Wick?
The series streams on Peacock in the United States and on Prime Video internationally. It premiered as a 3-part event series starting September 22, 2023.
Is The Continental soundtrack available to stream or buy?
Yes. Lakeshore Records released the original score digitally on September 22, 2023, with a vinyl edition following on October 20, 2023. It is available on all major digital music services.
Who stars in The Continental: From the World of John Wick?
The series stars Colin Woodell as young Winston Scott, Mel Gibson as Cormac O’Connor, Mishel Prada, Ben Robson, Hubert Point-Du Jour, Nhung Kate, Jessica Allain, Ayomide Adegun, Jeremy Bobb, and Peter Greene.
Does The Continental connect to the main John Wick films?
Yes. The series is a prequel set in an alternate-history 1970s New York, showing how a young Winston Scott (played by Ian McShane in the main films) rose to become proprietor of the Continental Hotel.