Cape Fear (2026) Soundtrack Guide
In this modern reimagining, attorneys Anna and Tom Bowden (Amy Adams and Patrick Wilson) are targeted by the lethal Max Cady (Javier Bardem) after his release from prison. Produced by Martin Scorsese and Steven Spielberg, the series transforms the classic revenge tale into a 10-episode psychological thriller exploring 21st-century obsession with true crime and ambient dread.
Cape Fear soundtrack include songs by Jeff Russo. This informational article provides details about the composers and music supervisors involved in the Apple TV+ series. For more information on soundtrack songs and track listings, check the series section.
This Apple TV+ limited series brings a contemporary reimagining to the classic thriller, with showrunner Nick Antosca pulling inspiration from both the 1957 novel The Executioners and the iconic films from 1962 and 1991. The story updates the conflict for a modern audience, following attorneys Anna and Tom Bowden, played by Amy Adams and Patrick Wilson, as their stable lives are thrown into chaos. When Max Cady, the killer they helped put away, is released from prison, he begins a calculated and terrifying campaign of revenge.
Episode 1: Episode 1 (Jun 4, 2026)
Episode 2: Episode 2 (Jun 4, 2026)
Episode 3: Episode 3 (Jun 11, 2026)
Produced by legendary filmmakers Martin Scorsese and Steven Spielberg, the show features Javier Bardem in the role of the menacing Max Cady. Bardem's performance has been described as a fresh intensity filled with "ambient dread", bringing an unsettling presence to the character. The ensemble cast is equally strong, featuring Ron Perlman, CCH Pounder, and Ted Levine. Billed as a Hitchcockian psychological horror, the series looks at why we’re so obsessed with true crime today while exploring the moral complexities and lasting trauma of its characters.
Main Cast
- Javier Bardem Max Cady
- Amy Adams Amanda Bowden
- Patrick Wilson Tom Bowden
- CCH Pounder Noa Toussaint
- Joe Anders Zack Bowden
- Lily Collias Natalie Bowden
- Jamie Hector
- Malia Pyles Nevaeh Valentine
- Anna Baryshnikov
Official Trailer
Frequently Asked Questions
Who composed the music for Cape Fear?
The score for Cape Fear was composed by Jeff Russo.
What are the genres of Cape Fear?
The main genres for Cape Fear include Drama, Crime.
How many seasons does Cape Fear have?
The TV show Cape Fear currently has 1 season.