A Murder at the End of the World soundtrack: The definitive guide to songs played in the series

Brit Marling and Zal Batmanglij’s new murder mystery miniseries, A Murder at the End of the World, has successfully managed to get the attention of crime-thriller enthusiasts globally with its enthralling plot and amazing cast. The series has subsequently received a rating of 7.7 on IMDb and is certified fresh at 86% on Rotten Tomatoes.

A Murder at the End of the World boasts an exceptional soundtrack comprising both unique and timeless tracks seamlessly woven into the series’ ambiance, surroundings, and unfolding scenes. These amazing musical pieces adeptly adapt to the narrative’s dramatic and evolving situations, providing an immersive experience and excitement as the story progresses.

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A Murder at the End of the World Episode 1 - Chapter 1: Homme Fatale

1) The End by The Doors (Timestamp - 00:07)

A Murder at the End of the World opens with the song, The End by The Doors as the curtains lift for the series premiere. During the scene, Darby Hart, portrayed by the talented Emma Corrin, walks into a bookshop for an author reading event where she reads her first authored true-crime book called The Silver Doe to the audience.

2) No More “I Love You’s” by Annie Lennox (Timestamp - 07:10)

After having a minor argument, Darby and Bill head out to the location of a potential serial killer. En route to the location, Darby plays “I Love You’s” by Annie Lennox on her iPod that is connected to the car’s music system. Eventually, the song helps ease the tense environment as they both start hymning to it in unison.

The second time the song is played in the final moments of A Murder at the End of the World episode 1 is when Darby is relaxing in her room at the exquisite hotel in Iceland. The episode plays the song for the third time in the end credits after the massive cliffhanger where Darby watches Bill succumb to death.

3) Glory Box by Portishead (Timestamp - 21:15)

Glory Box by Portishead plays in the background after Darby returns home and continues working on one of the investigations called the Dakota case. The melody accompanies the entire episode sequence, resonating notably as Darby receives a special invitation to a small gathering by a unique AI representative named Ray, extending the offer on behalf of the renowned tech billionaire Andy Ronson.

4) Genesis by Grimes (Timestamp - 36:04)

After meeting and having a brief conversation with the other guests of Ronson on the plane, Darby asks Lu Mei for some sleeping pills. As the plane begins to take off, Darby puts on her headphones and falls asleep while listening to the song Genesis by Grimes.

5) Partita for 8 Singers: No. 3. Courante - Caroline Shaw, Roomful of Teeth (Timestamp - 39:05)

Partita for 8 Singers: No. 3. Courante by Caroline Shaw, performed by Roomful of Teeth, plays a couple of moments before the plane touches the ground in Iceland. This is the moment when the invited guests realize that the surprise destination picked by Andy Ronson and Lee Anderson is Iceland.

6) Tiny Moon by JFDR (Timestamp - 44:31)

Arriving at the scenic hotel surrounded by nothing but ice, Darby finally gets the key to her room in the form of a digitally encoded ring. After entering the room, Ray greets her and, on top of that, plays Tiny Moon by JFDR, which Darby enjoys grooving to.

7) 6 Concerti à più istrumenti, Op. 5 No. 6: I. Allegro - II Tempio Armonico Orchestra Barocca di Verona & Alberto Rasi (Timestamp - 46:37)

While Darby arrives for the welcoming dinner, a rendition of the Dall'Abaco’s Opus 5 & 6: Concerti a piu Instrumenti, performed by Orchestra Barocca di Verona, conducted by Alberto Rasi, and II Tempio Armonico ensemble, plays in the background.

The classical piece seamlessly intertwines with the exquisite dinner sequence, creating a harmonious blend and demonstrating a sublime fusion of musical brilliance. The music compliments the dining experience with its enchanting notes and timeless elegance.

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A Murder at the End of the World Episode 2 - Chapter 2: The Silver Doe

1) Hell is Round the Corner by Tricky (Timestamp - 12:57)

The second episode of A Murder at the End of the World doesn’t feature many songs or classical pieces. However, Hell is Round the Corner by Tricky, being played in a flashback scene where Darby arrives at her college after a crime scene, surely caught everyone's attention.

In this scene, Darby gets confused by discovering a pair of earrings on teenager Jane Doe’s corpse, with a specific old-fashioned design that only grown-up women usually wear. While on the way to her classroom, Darby glanced at each girl standing in the corridors to check if teenagers were wearing similar designs, trying to unravel the mystery.

2) Moon River by Frank Ocean (Timestamp 59:58)

Leading into the end credits, the second and the final song in episode 2 of A Murder at the End of the World features Moon River by Frank Ocean. The song plays in the Tavern where Darby meets Bill for the first time.

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A Murder at the End of the World Episode 3 - Chapter 3: Survivors

Heads Up by Warpaint (Timestamp - 01:41)

A Murder at the End of the Word Episode 3 kicks off with Bill and Darby heading to a location in a car that the former borrowed from his uncle without his permission. It hasn’t been long since Darby and Bill finally got to meet each other in person, no wonder, why there was an awkward silence between them. En route to the location, Heads Up by Warpaint was being played in the car’s stereo.

Concerto in E Minor – D. 56: II. Adagio – Camerata Bern & Thomas Füri (Timestamp - 05:00)

Darby decides to join the other guests in the library, where they are gathered for some performance. As Darby arrives at the library room, the scene unfolds with a scenic ambiance, with Giuseppe Tartini’s Concerto in E Minor by Camerata Bern & Thomas Füri blending harmoniously with the sanctuary of literary enchantment.

While the guests were busy conversing with each other, Darby couldn’t have found any better time to subtly begin her investigation about Bill’s death by questioning Rohan about how he and Bill knew each other.

Silenzio by Le Couleur (Timestamp - 14:00)

After Ziba begins her performance, Darby decides to interrogate Tomas, one of the waiters, who happens to return from Bill’s room with empty cups.

After following him to the kitchen, Darby asks Tomas for the truth about how many people were in Bill’s room at that time, and the latter eventually reveals that there were three cups. After Darby returns to her room, Ray plays Silenzio by Le Couleur at full blast.

Southern Summit by Saunders Jurrians (Timestamp - 01:02:25)

Southern Summit by Saunders Jurrians is first played in the second official trailer of A Murder at the End of the World. In episode 3, the music plays in the background after Sian announces the death of Rohan. The latter was found lying on the ground near the hotel’s bar and was apparently rushing somewhere, as per Darby’s analysis.

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A Murder at the End of the World Episode 4 - Chapter 4: Family Secrets

Stay With Me by Saunder Jurriaans (Timestamp - 01:20)

Stay With Me is one of the scores performed for A Murder at the End of the World by Saunder Jurrians. The music plays in the opening of the episode when all the guests are escorted to a conference hall after the tragic murder of Rohan.

You Weren’t Home by THE HEARTS (Timestamp - 27:04)

Sian finally believes in Darby’s impulse and decides to join her on her quest to unmask the serial killer. Despite being locked inside the hotel, Sian helps Darby look out for clues left behind by Rohan miles away outside the hotel. However, they get stuck in the middle of nowhere when their snowmobile stops working.

Surprisingly, after walking a few distances, they encounter an SUV partially covered in snow. After they get inside the vehicle, Sian bypasses the SUV's OBD terminal to initiate its ignition, and soon enough, the sound of You Weren’t Home by THE HEARTS fills the cabin.

Silenzio by Le Couleur (Timestamp - 36:15)

After wrapping up with the Silver Doe’s autopsy, Darby and Bill decide to take some time to relax, so, for fun, they enter a motel discretely and even manage to get a room without paying for it. Silenzio by Le Couleur plays in the background while Darby and Bill are having fun at the motel’s swimming pool.

(You Don’t Know) How Glad I Am by Nancy Wilson (Timestamp - )

After returning to their room, Bill goes through Darby’s iPod to check out her playlist. Bill starts playing (You Don’t Know) How Glad I Am by Nancy Wilson and complimented Darby for her taste in music. Later, Darby reveals that the iPod belonged to her mother, and the playlist is hers, too.

Roads by Portishead (Timestamp - 41:50)

Roads by Portishead is the third song in A Murder at the End of the World episode 4, that is played while Darby and Bill are still at the Motel. The song begins when the duo tries to make out. However, Bill suddenly has second thoughts, and he backs away, which leaves Darby confused and sad.

The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in F Minor, Op. 8 No. 4, RV 297 “Winter”: I. Allegro non Molto by Adrian Chandler and La Serenissima (Timestamp - 53:45)

Antonio Vivaldi’s The Four Seasons, a classical piece, directed by Adrian Chandler and La Serenissima, plays in the final scene and continues as the credits roll. The music begins playing in the background after Darby realizes through Zoomer’s ACHOO syndrome that he is Bill’s biological son.

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A Murder at the End of the World Episode 5 - Chapter 5: Crypt

The Light by Saunder Jurriaans (Timestamp - 1:35)

Another beautiful score for A Murder at the End of the World, The Light by Saunder Jurriaans, plays in the opening of episode 5, while Darby hugs Zoomer after realizing he is Bill’s son. The scene then transitions to a flashback showing one of the integral moments that resides in Darby’s subconscious involving Bill.

The Scan by Saunder Jurriaans (Timestamp - 1:37)

To prove to Darby that he is not the serial killer who killed Bill and Rohan, Andy shows her a unique 3D LiDAR scan of the facility, revealing his current position when Bill was murdered. The scan also raised suspicion against David, who happens to be the first person to be around Bill’s room during the time of his death in A Murder at the End of the World .

Texas Sun by Leon Bridges $ Khruangbin (Timestamp - 39:20)

Texas Sun by Leon Bridges $ Khruangbin plays in the car in a flashback scene in A Murder at the End of the World episode 5 while Darby and Bill ride through the desert. Bill tries to know more about Darby and what she is feeling. However, Darby was deeply engrossed in discussing investigations, which annoyed and disappointed Bill.

Eventually, his frustration and restlessness reach a point where he stops the car in the middle of nowhere, some peace and fresh air. Darby also follows him to be by his side.

Close Call by Saunder Jurriaans (Timestamp - 1:11:34)

Another beautiful score by Saunder Jurriaans plays in the background in the final scene of A Murder at the End of the World episode 5, when Darby takes a deep dive at the hotel’s swimming pool. To her fear, she finds herself trapped in the pool when someone abruptly closes the shutter.

The Weasel by Young Jesus (Timestamp - 1:13:28)

A Murder at the End of the World episode 5 ends with a cliffhanger, leaving Darby’s fate in limbo as she finds herself trapped in the pool. The Weasel by Young Jesus is the end credits song of the episode.

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Stay tuned for more soundtracks in the coming episodes of A Murder at the End of the World.