Apple TV+ has been on a sci-fi roll, with hits like Pluribus and Severance dominating the streaming conversation. But for fans who crave something a little harder, a little more cerebral, there's Murderbot — and now we've got an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at what makes its soundscape tick.
Starring Alexander Skarsgård, Murderbot premiered its first season in 2025 and quickly carved out a niche as one of the platform's most distinctive sci-fi offerings. While Apple TV+ has yet to announce a Season 2 premiere date, production is currently underway, and a 2027 return in the first half of the year seems likely. That two-year turnaround is actually impressive in today's streaming landscape, where some shows vanish for three, four, or even five years between seasons.
In the meantime, Collider has teamed up with Apple TV+ to exclusively preview a new behind-the-scenes featurette that dives into the music of Murderbot. The spotlight is on Emmy Award-winning composer Amanda Jones, who crafted the series' haunting, atmospheric score. Jones is no stranger to TV — her past work includes Good Trouble, Omnivore, and HBO Max's Somebody Somewhere Season 3. She also fronts the Los Angeles indie rock band The Anti-Job as singer and guitarist.
The featurette offers a rare glimpse into Jones's creative process, showing how she translated the show's themes of identity, isolation, and artificial intelligence into music. It's a must-watch for anyone who appreciates how a score can elevate a series from great to unforgettable.
For those who haven't yet dived into Murderbot, the first season is streaming now on Apple TV+. The show was created for television by Chris Weitz, who also wrote the 2023 sci-fi film The Creator. With eight books in the original Murderbot series by Martha Wells, there's plenty of source material to draw from — meaning if viewership holds, this could become a long-running staple for the streamer.
Apple TV+ has been making waves with its original programming. Sydney Sweeney's 'Echo Valley' recently overtook Brad Pitt's 'F1' as the platform's streaming champ, and Anya Taylor-Joy's crime thriller 'Lucky' is set for a July 15 premiere. Meanwhile, Murderbot continues to build its own dedicated fanbase.
Stay tuned to ShowtimeSpot for more updates on Murderbot Season 2 and all the latest from the world of entertainment.
