Superman Returns (soundtrack)

The Superman Returns soundtrack refers to the musical score composed by John Ottman for the 2006 film Superman Returns, directed by Bryan Singer. It was released by Warner Bros. Records on June 20, 2006.

Ottman's score incorporates and expands upon themes originally composed by John Williams for the 1978 film Superman. Most notably, Williams' iconic "Superman March" is prominently featured throughout the soundtrack, acting as a key thematic element. Ottman's own original compositions provide a modern, orchestral soundscape for the film while paying homage to the established musical identity of the Superman character.

The soundtrack album contains over an hour of music from the film, representing key action sequences, emotional moments, and character themes. While Ottman composed the majority of the score, a few other pieces were included in the film but not featured on the soundtrack album. The soundtrack received generally positive reviews, praising Ottman's ability to seamlessly blend his own compositions with Williams' classic themes. However, some critics noted a reliance on the original score which overshadowed Ottman's own contributions.