Captain America: The Winter Soldier (soundtrack)

The Captain America: The Winter Soldier soundtrack is the film score for the 2014 Marvel Studios film of the same name. The score was composed by Henry Jackman, marking his first collaboration on a Marvel Cinematic Universe film.

The soundtrack was released digitally and physically by Hollywood Records on April 1, 2014. It features 26 tracks, comprising the majority of the original score used in the film. The music incorporates elements of orchestral scoring, electronic music, and industrial sounds to reflect the film's themes of espionage, action, and political intrigue. It also includes subtle nods to Alan Silvestri's themes from Captain America: The First Avenger, creating a sense of continuity within the character's musical landscape.

The score is notable for its emphasis on percussive elements and driving rhythms, particularly in action sequences. Themes for characters like the Winter Soldier are characterized by darker, more dissonant harmonies and electronic textures, while Captain America's theme retains a heroic quality with brass fanfares and soaring melodies, though often presented with a more urgent and modern arrangement.

The album received generally positive reviews, with critics praising Jackman's ability to blend traditional orchestral scoring with contemporary electronic elements to create a dynamic and engaging listening experience. Several tracks, such as "Lemurian Star," "The Winter Soldier," and "Taking a Stand," were highlighted as standouts.