Two Weeks in August (2026) Soundtrack Guide
Set on a sun-soaked Greek island, the BBC drama Two Weeks in August follows Zoe, a stressed mother vacationing with friends to escape her failing marriage. But beneath the picture-perfect paradise of villa life, old resentments and mental health struggles simmer. A single illicit kiss shatters the peace, turning the dream getaway into a psychological nightmare. As relationships implode, the group faces life-or-death situations, leaving everyone to wonder who is truly to blame.
Two Weeks in August soundtrack includes a selection of tracks from Self Esteem, Avamarie, Crowded House and others, along with an original score by the show's dedicated music team. This guide provides the complete list of soundtrack songs and scene descriptions, along with details on the composers and music supervisors involved in the 2026 BBC production. For more information on soundtrack songs and track listings, check the series section.
Created and written by Catherine Shepherd, this psychological drama and dark comedy centers on a group of university friends who gather for a sun-drenched summer reunion in Greece. An illicit kiss quickly dismantles their idyllic vacation, leaving the characters trapped on the island and forced to confront their long-held secrets. To emphasize the mounting friction within the group, the music supervision team introduces highly energetic upbeat tunes, including experimental tracks from Warpaint. These lively numbers contrast with subtle background tunes that mirror the quiet suspense building beneath the beautiful Mediterranean sun.
Episode 1: Arrival (May 23, 2026)
Zoe arrives on a remote Greek island, hoping a reunion with old friends will save her marriage. As tensions heat up, secrets are revealed, and Zoe wonders if there’s any going back.
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Pame Diakopes
Naira Alexopoulou
Scene Context: Music playing in the car
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Inevitable
Pinay
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DIVE
Avamarie
Scene Context: The girl are takling by the pool
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New Song
Warpaint
Scene Context: Song plays when everyone starts jumping in the pool.
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I Got U (feat. Jax Jones)
Duke Dumont
Scene Context: Music played while they're dancing by the pool house
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Mia Fotia Stin Ammo (Moonlight Shadow)
Stelios Rokkos
Scene Context: Ending Credits Music
Episode 2: The Morning After (May 23, 2026)
When is a kiss just a kiss? Zoe tries to ignore Dan and Jess’s betrayal and enjoy her holiday. But when they show no remorse on a disastrous boat trip, Zoe is pushed over the edge.
Episode 3: Under Pressure (May 30, 2026)
On Jacob’s birthday, Zoe shocks everyone by ditching her ‘good girl’ role. Dan fights to win Zoe back, but Solomon’s reaction to the kiss sparks feelings Zoe can no longer ignore.
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Scene Context: Listening to music through headphones
Episode 4: Halfway Point (May 23, 2026)
Zoe leaves Dan to babysit while the friends go to a ‘Gods and Monsters’ party thrown by local expats. But nothing is what it seems, and Zoe is in danger of straying too far.
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Child's Song
The 4 Levels Of Existence
Scene Context: Going to the party dressed as Greeks
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Pali Ximeronei Sto Nisi (feat. Giorgos Christou)
Konstantinos Pantzis
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My Queen Is Anna Julia Cooper
Sons Of Kemet
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Afrobeatnik? (Seiji Dub Vox)
Gecko Turner
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Afro House Club
Cyril Sorongon
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Open Up Your Door
Richard Hawley
Episode 5: Fractures (May 23, 2026)
A trip to an ancient temple site threatens to derail the entire holiday when Zoe, Solomon and Jacob are caught in a terrible accident. Is Zoe somehow to blame for all this?
Episode 6: Isolation (May 23, 2026)
The group are trapped inside the villa by a heatwave and find they can’t get home. As events force Zoe’s secrets out into the open, can she outrun herself?
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Scene Context: Song played after the fight in the pool / Closing Credits Music
Episode 7: Evacuation (May 23, 2026)
Zoe leaves the villa and goes on a dangerous search for answers. Nat’s new house might offer refuge but brings unexpected trouble.
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Ma De Ginete
Antonis Remos
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Scene Context: Playing guitar and singing
Episode 8: Ashes (May 23, 2026)
Zoe clings onto the possibility of a happier future with Solomon but will fate play a hand? As the group flee a deadly wildfire, Zoe is forced into an impossible choice.
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Scene Context: Enjoying the day at the beach
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Sweet Serenade
Geoffrey Gascoyne
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Tou Papou
Lothar Krell
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Know That You Know
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Farther Along
Ellen McIlwaine
Scene Context: Escaping the fire by sea in boats / Last song in the series
Starring Jessica Raine, Damien Molony, Nicholas Pinnock, and Antonia Thomas, the eight-part series explores how adults regress under pressure. The auditory landscape captures this psychological devolution through expressive vocal tracks that elevate key emotional breakdowns. Moreover, elegant melodic tunes drift through the scenic island backdrops, giving the intense interpersonal conflicts a polished and memorable atmosphere as the holiday shifts from a dream into a nightmare.
Main Cast
- Jessica Raine Zoe
- Damien Molony Dan
- Nicholas Pinnock Solomon
- Antonia Thomas Jess
- Leila Farzad Nat
- Hugh Skinner Jacob
Official Trailer
Related Soundtracks
Complete Soundtrack List - All Songs Played in Every Episode
| Episode | Song Title | Artist |
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| E1 | Pame Diakopes | Naira Alexopoulou |
| E1 | Inevitable | Pinay |
| E1 | DIVE | Avamarie |
| E1 | New Song | Warpaint |
| E1 | Daffy | Sounds of Red Bull |
| E1 | I Got U (feat. Jax Jones) | Duke Dumont |
| E1 | Mia Fotia Stin Ammo (Moonlight Shadow) | Stelios Rokkos |
| E3 | Mother | Self Esteem |
| E4 | Child's Song | The 4 Levels Of Existence |
| E4 | Pali Ximeronei Sto Nisi (feat. Giorgos Christou) | Konstantinos Pantzis |
| E4 | My Queen Is Anna Julia Cooper | Sons Of Kemet |
| E4 | Afrobeatnik? (Seiji Dub Vox) | Gecko Turner |
| E4 | Afro House Club | Cyril Sorongon |
| E4 | Open Up Your Door | Richard Hawley |
| E6 | Cake by the Ocean | DNCE |
| E6 | Devil's Resting Place | Laura Marling |
| E7 | Ma De Ginete | Antonis Remos |
| E7 | Better Be Home Soon | Crowded House |
| E8 | (You Don't Know) How Glad I Am | Nancy Wilson |
| E8 | Sweet Serenade | Geoffrey Gascoyne |
| E8 | Tou Papou | Lothar Krell |
| E8 | Know That You Know | Patrick Watson |
| E8 | Farther Along | Ellen McIlwaine |
Frequently Asked Questions
Who composed the music for Two Weeks in August?
The score for Two Weeks in August was composed by Ariel Marx.
How many songs are in the soundtrack for Two Weeks in August?
There are 23 songs featured in the soundtrack for Two Weeks in August. SeekerTune lists all of them with detailed scene descriptions.
What are the genres of Two Weeks in August?
The main genres for Two Weeks in August include Drama.
How many seasons does Two Weeks in August have?
The TV show Two Weeks in August currently has 1 season.