Genius Game on ITV

ITV and Remarkable (a Banijay UK company) approached us to produce the full sonic branding package for their new reality series Genius Game.  The brief was ambitious—an intelligent, high-impact soundtrack for a show built on strategy, deception, and high-stakes gameplay, hosted by David Tennant.

We were tasked with creating everything from the main titles, stings, bumpers, and music beds to bespoke cues for key format moments – delivering a cohesive sonic identity that matched the show’s cerebral tone and dramatic tension.

Our composers worked closely with the producers to create a musical world that matched the show’s unique tone: stylish, intellectual, and full of intrigue.

We developed a full suite of music across the series, including:
• Cinematic theme for the opening titles (set to a stunning golden “puzzle box” animation)
• Various format stings and underscores for strategic gameplay moments, rule explainers, and flashbacks
• Elimination stings that drive tension and drama
• End title music and various edits
• Short sonic mnemonic used across the series

We set out to create a score that was layered, clever, and modern – fusing orchestral sophistication with contemporary production techniques.

We wanted the music to mirror the tone David Tennant brought to the show: smart, commanding, and slightly mischievous.  From the moment his voice introduces each game to the final beat of every Death Match, our music helps shape the drama, tension, and emotional stakes.

Genius Game is a visually striking and strategically complex gameshow, with a soundtrack that plays a central role in shaping its tone and narrative rhythm.  Every twist, alliance, and moment of betrayal is underscored with music designed to heighten tension, support storytelling, and sustain audience engagement throughout.

Our collaboration with Remarkable and ITV resulted in a distinctive sonic identity that enhances the show’s strategic gameplay and contributes meaningfully to its overall impact on UK television.