The Iron Giant (soundtrack)

The soundtrack to the 1999 animated film The Iron Giant was composed by Michael Kamen. It features a score that is primarily orchestral, utilizing a large ensemble to create a sense of wonder, nostalgia, and emotional depth. The music is notable for its thematic development, with recurring motifs associated with the Iron Giant, Hogarth Hughes, and the Cold War setting.

The score incorporates elements of jazz, particularly in cues related to Hogarth and his playful nature, and incorporates suspenseful and dramatic moments reflecting the film's action sequences and the perceived threat posed by the Giant. In addition to Kamen's original score, the soundtrack also includes several pre-existing songs from the 1950s, chosen to evoke the era in which the film is set. These songs typically include rock and roll or popular tunes.

The soundtrack was released alongside the film and has been praised for its quality and its effectiveness in enhancing the emotional impact of the story. It is considered a significant work in Kamen's filmography and a well-regarded example of film scoring for animation. The soundtrack is available on CD and digital formats.