
The Studio Season 1 (2025) Soundtrack Guide
Desperate for celebrity approval, the newly appointed head of a movie studio and his executive team at Continental Studios must juggle corporate demands with creative ambitions as they try to keep movies alive and relevant.
The soundtrack for the first season of Apple TV+'s comedy series The Studio features an eclectic mix of classic big band swing, vintage pop, and rock classics. To accompany the fast-paced, high-stress corporate environment of a Hollywood movie studio, the series uses famous historical tracks from artists like Louis Prima ("Sing, Sing, Sing") and Chet Baker. Alongside these licensed hits, the show features an original, percussion-heavy instrumental score composed by acclaimed jazz drummer Antonio Sánchez.
Created by and starring Seth Rogen as Matt Remick, the newly appointed head of a struggling, legacy movie studio, the series satirizes the high-pressure business of making films. The music acts as a direct reflection of Matt's mounting anxiety and professional hurdles. Notable songs in the season include Electric Light Orchestra's "Long Black Road," Gordon Lightfoot's "If You Could Read My Mind," and The Rolling Stones' classic "You Can't Always Get What You Want," which plays during key moments of corporate crisis.
Episode 1: The Promotion (Mar 25, 2025)
Matt Remick is named the new head of Continental Studios—and put in charge of a project that threatens public humiliation.
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Opus One
Tommy Dorsey
Scene Context: Matt ends a conversation with his boss, Griffin, in the opening scene.
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Ac-Cent-Tchu-Ate the Positive
Scene Context: Matt discusses a potential "Kool-Aid" film project with Maya. Subsequently, Matt is seen exiting a vehicle along with Sal.
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Scene Context: Martin Scorsese met to discuss directing the Kool-Aid film.
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Losing It (feat. Lilly Fangz & Willdabeast)
Defunk
Scene Context: Maya presents a marketing strategy to Matt.
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Bye Bye Baby Good Bye
Jimmy Liggins
Scene Context: Matt drives in a transitional scene following a conversation with actor Steve Buscemi. The episode concludes with Matt spending time with Sal, accompanied by the continued soundtrack playing through to the end credits.
Episode 2: The Oner (Mar 25, 2025)
The filming of an intricate sunset shot becomes complicated by Matt's set visit.
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Scene Context: Matt and Sal move through the disorderly set of Sarah Polley's film production.
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No Good To Be Alone
Hattie Green
Scene Context: On the set of Greta Lee's film, the crew reviews footage.
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You Can't Always Get What You Want
Scene Context: Matt and Sal depart quickly from the set as the song Sarah Polley requested begins to play; they learn that their shot was not approved.
Episode 3: The Note (Apr 1, 2025)
Matt feels nervous about giving legendary director Ron Howard a difficult piece of feedback.
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Long Black Road
Scene Context: Matt and his team attended a screening of the newest film by director Ron Howard.
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If You Could Read My Mind
Scene Context: In Ron Howard's film, a scene is repeated near the conclusion of an episode.
Episode 4: The Missing Reel (Apr 8, 2025)
A reel of film goes missing, sending Matt and Sal on a race against the clock to find it.
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Love Theme from Chinatown (End Title)
Scene Context: The film reel descends downhill; the end credits begin.
Episode 5: The War (Apr 15, 2025)
Frustrated by her position in the office hierarchy, Quinn wages a war against Sal.
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Minor Bird
Bill Cyrils Unlimited
Scene Context: Matt arrives at Continental Studios in a red convertible.
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Nel blu dipinto di blu
Domenico Modugno
Scene Context: Sal drives his children to their destination.
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In The Hall Of The Mountain King
Nelson Riddle
Episode 6: The Pediatric Oncologist (Apr 22, 2025)
Matt’s ego is put to the test when his new doctor girlfriend brings him to a charity gala.
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I've Heard That Song Before
Harry James
Scene Context: Matt carries two cappuccinos and engages in conversation with his new romantic interest, Sarah.
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American Patrol
Glenn Miller
Scene Context: During a party scene, the song plays through the speaker system while Matt discusses his enthusiasm for advocating films.
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It Had To Be You
Scene Context: End scene featuring characters Matt and Sarah.
Episode 7: Casting (Apr 29, 2025)
The Continental team scrambles to come up with a movie cast that won't offend anyone.
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Scene Context: Matt and his team discuss casting options for the Kool-Aid film during a montage.
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Diamonds
Tony K
Scene Context: Quinn proposes a casting concept that includes actors created by artificial intelligence.
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Wonderland
Reem
Scene Context: The team reviews audition tapes.
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You Can't Always Get What You Want
Scene Context: End scene following a montage showcasing the final casting selections.
Episode 8: The Golden Globes (May 6, 2025)
Matt tries to get Zoë Kravitz to thank him in her award acceptance speech.
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Sing, Sing, Sing
Scene Context: Matt rides in a limousine while discussing his attendance at the Golden Globe Awards with his mother.
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Top of the Morning
Syd Dale
Scene Context: The scene depicts the studio team engaged in preparations for the awards ceremony through a series of montage sequences.
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Scene Context: Matt engages with multiple celebrities during the awards ceremony.
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It Never Entered My Mind
Scene Context: Matt concludes his conversation with Zoë Kravitz, congratulates Patty, and enters a limousine.
Episode 9: CinemaCon (1) (May 13, 2025)
When Matt sets out to throw the coolest party at CinemaCon, it backfires in psychedelic fashion.
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With Plenty of Money and You
Scene Context: Upon arriving in Las Vegas for CinemaCon, Matt and his team walk through a casino with a specific song playing in the background.
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Scene Context: At a Golden Globe afterparty, Matt, affected by hallucinogenic mushrooms, attends the event.
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Magic Carpet Ride
Scene Context: Zoë Kravitz attends the event.
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Sweet Girl
The Squires
Scene Context: Matt, under the influence of hallucinogenic mushrooms, navigates a hotel hallway accompanied by colleagues, observing unusual phenomena.
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Ahmad's Blues
Ahmad Jamal
Scene Context: Griffin exits the boat. The scene transitions to the end credits.
Episode 10: The Presentation (2) (May 20, 2025)
If Matt's team doesn't pull off an amazing CinemaCon presentation, the studio will be sold...to a tech company.
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Baby I've Got It
King George & The Fabulous Souls
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Losing It (feat. Lilly Fangz & Willdabeast)
Defunk
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There's a Great Big Beautiful Tomorrow (From The Carousel of Progress)
Rex Allen
The Studio (Apple TV+ Original Series Soundtrack)
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Temple of Cinema
Antonio Sánchez
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Ice Cube Is Gone
Antonio Sánchez
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It’s Happening
Antonio Sánchez
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Surrounded/We’re Not So Different
Antonio Sánchez
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Presenting to Griffin Mill
Antonio Sánchez
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Continental Films
Antonio Sánchez
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That’s Your Offer?
Antonio Sánchez
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This Is Bad/The Only One I Trust
Antonio Sánchez
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Buscemi
Antonio Sánchez
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Are You Looking For Me?
Antonio Sánchez
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Trailer Crisis
Antonio Sánchez
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Follow Me/America’s Population
Antonio Sánchez
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Casual Chat/Payola
Antonio Sánchez
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Noir Suite
Antonio Sánchez
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They’re Onto Us
Antonio Sánchez
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Too Close To The Edge
Antonio Sánchez
The music in The Studio successfully spans different eras of entertainment history, mirroring the clash between traditional Hollywood legacy and modern corporate demands. From mid-century jazz standards like Billie Holiday's "It Had To Be You" to 80s synth-pop hits like Tears for Fears’ "Everybody Wants to Rule the World," the soundtrack maintains an energetic and slightly ironic tone. Antonio Sánchez's drum-centric score completes the package, driving the comedic momentum of the season.
Main Cast
- Seth Rogen Matt Remick
- Catherine O'Hara Patty Leigh
- Ike Barinholtz Sal Saperstein
- Chase Sui Wonders Quinn Hackett
- Kathryn Hahn Maya Mason
- Bryan Cranston Griffin Mill
- Dave Franco Dave
- Zoë Kravitz Zoë
- Josh Hutcherson Josh
Official Trailer
Complete Soundtrack List - All Songs Played in Every Episode
| Episode | Song Title | Artist |
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| E1 | Opus One | Tommy Dorsey |
| E1 | Ac-Cent-Tchu-Ate the Positive | Aretha Franklin |
| E1 | Ain't That a Kick In the Head | Dean Martin |
| E1 | Losing It (feat. Lilly Fangz & Willdabeast) | Defunk |
| E1 | Bye Bye Baby Good Bye | Jimmy Liggins |
| E2 | Unsquare Dance | The Dave Brubeck Quartet |
| E2 | No Good To Be Alone | Hattie Green |
| E2 | You Can't Always Get What You Want | The Rolling Stones |
| E3 | Long Black Road | Electric Light Orchestra |
| E3 | If You Could Read My Mind | Gordon Lightfoot |
| E4 | Love Theme from Chinatown (End Title) | Jerry Goldsmith |
| E5 | Minor Bird | Bill Cyrils Unlimited |
| E5 | Nel blu dipinto di blu | Domenico Modugno |
| E5 | In The Hall Of The Mountain King | Nelson Riddle |
| E6 | I've Heard That Song Before | Harry James |
| E6 | American Patrol | Glenn Miller |
| E6 | It Had To Be You | Billie Holiday |
| E7 | Everybody Wants to Rule the World | Tears for Fears |
| E7 | Diamonds | Tony K |
| E7 | Wonderland | Reem |
| E7 | You Can't Always Get What You Want | The Rolling Stones |
| E8 | Sing, Sing, Sing | Louis Prima |
| E8 | Top of the Morning | Syd Dale |
| E8 | Glimmer Of Your Smile | Jeff Meegan |
| E8 | It Never Entered My Mind | Chet Baker |
| E9 | With Plenty of Money and You | Tony Bennett |
| E9 | Move Your Feet | Junior Senior |
| E9 | Magic Carpet Ride | Steppenwolf |
| E9 | Sweet Girl | The Squires |
| E9 | Ahmad's Blues | Ahmad Jamal |
| E10 | Baby I've Got It | King George & The Fabulous Souls |
| E10 | Losing It (feat. Lilly Fangz & Willdabeast) | Defunk |
| E10 | There's a Great Big Beautiful Tomorrow (From The Carousel of Progress) | Rex Allen |
Frequently Asked Questions
Who composed the music for The Studio: Season 1?
The score for The Studio: Season 1 was composed by Antonio Sánchez.
How many songs are in the soundtrack for The Studio: Season 1?
There are 49 songs featured in the soundtrack for The Studio: Season 1. SeekerTune lists all of them with detailed scene descriptions.
What are the genres of The Studio: Season 1?
The main genres for The Studio: Season 1 include Comedy, Drama.
How many seasons does The Studio have?
The TV show The Studio currently has 2 seasons.




