The soundtrack for The Better Sister, a limited series on Prime Video, is scheduled to be available in the next several weeks. The soundtrack is by Will Bates, who worked on other shows like The Magicians and Unbelievable.
The Better Sister stars Elizabeth Banks and Jessica Biel as estranged sisters who've re-connected tragically following the murder of their jointly shared ex-husband.
The music by Bates is especially important in determining the emotional tone and level of suspense throughout the series. Bates's original score underscores important plot moments and expands the multi-layered characterization of both sisters.
No timetable has yet been confirmed, but it seems likely the album will be available across major digital music outlets such as Spotify, Apple Music, and Amazon Music.
Show fans can expect the soundtrack to include many of the musical cues heard in the show. The album also allows viewers to relive the show mood and feeling of the show through music while re-experiencing its tension and drama from a slightly different angle.
Truth lies beneath the surface. The Better Sister, starring Jessica Biel and Elizabeth Banks, premieres May 29. pic.twitter.com/CdxhsQaqN8
— Prime Video (@PrimeVideo) April 30, 2025
Will Bates Adds a Layer of Drama to the Series
Composer Will Bates employs a range of emotional weight and subtle drama in his score for The Better Sister. Bates is known for melding classically inspired scores with some smaller modern sound design.
The score is woven throughout to guide us through not only the quieter emotional moments but also the bigger action moments.
This series explores the themes of grief, family conflict, and hidden secrets. Bates provides a soundscape to match that expressed tension. The playlist builds tension while not oversaturating the story, reflecting unbelievable surprise.
The score combines nicely with the narrative, representing the arc of the pilot while remaining distorted from the anticipation and occasional surprises.
This soundtrack release affords another opportunity for those who follow Bates to feel the evolution of his work in television. Having said that, those who are fans of soundtracks that create moods and emotions while addressing story with music, The Better Sister soundtrack will easily be an accessible listening experience effectively on its own outside of the show.
More details will be announced soon including the whole track listing, as well as links to able to stream or download.
