FRONTIER Opening Titles Sequence Dir Cut. | IAS

Grit, damp, mud, blood and fire are the main themes we explored for the opening title sequence for Netflix original series / Discovery original FRONTIER. The series follows the struggle to “control wealth and power in the North American fur trade in the late 18th century.”
Full TV version: • FRONTIER Opening Title...
Credits:
Title Credits:
Director: Iamstatic
Production: IAMSTATIC / Intelligent Creatures
Creative Directors: Ron Gervais, Dave Greene
Senior Producer: Kelly Knauff
Animation: Josh Vermeulen, Dave Greene, Ron Gervais
Lighting & Rendering: Dave Greene
Additional Modelling: Intelligent Creatures
Editor: Ron Gervais
Audio: Andrew Lockington and Gabe Gaudet.
Client: NETFLIX / DISCOVERY
WWW.IAMSTATIC.COM

[@dragoninthewest1]

Top 10 intros you never skip

[@thanhvinhnguyento7069]

*Top 1 intro you never skip

[@knightlypoleaxe2501]

@@thanhvinhnguyento7069 Don't forget "Black Sails"!

[@dragoninthewest1]

The Expanse and Game of Thrones are the list

[@Kevinrgh]

@@dragoninthewest1 and Stranger things, I started watching the show because of the intro lol

[@Jonnygunboy]

Black Sails gets my #1 spot.

[@djpetenice]

Man, if this theme song doesn't get you fired the fuck up, i dunno what will. Always fight, the good fight.

[@alexwoods5795]

Ready for war!

[@falconius27]

this song reminds me of thousands of old men, children and women massacred by the British

[@ladyhill9744]

Anyone know the name of this song I love it...Seminole Native descendant

[@Vandrefalk456]

@@ladyhill9744 it uses a sample of “Ontario Str8” by Gabe Gaudet

[@jonathanwells223]

@@falconius27 and reminds me of thousands of families dragged from their homes and butchered by the Sioux and Comanche.

[@Ferbrezey]

0:19 *begins chanting in the living room like an idiot*

[@thecartofvideos4766]

Not chanting but whatever

[@derrikdo2845]

Like a cree

[@sasquatch2011]

@@thecartofvideos4766 How is it not chanting? Tell me music expert😉 You might know modern music but This is real music.

[@skadoosh7061]

@@sasquatch2011 it isn’t chanting, it’s singing from the natives. If you learnt history and got your brain functioning well, you’d know.

[@charlitwo]

@@skadoosh7061 it's chanting, sorry.. if you can tell the difference dear teacher. Apparently no.

[@stupidusername84]

When Netflix asks you if you want to "Skip Intro"... Fuck no, I don't wanna skip it!!

[@VanHells540]

The Same. ;)

[@7Jstamper]

It should have the button but if you press it it just plays again until you appreciate it.

[@frediceberg]

By itself, this only 49 seconds are a total masterpiece. The music and the sequence.

[@whynot5568]

This one and the sequence for Black Sails are epic.

[@DiCarfax55]

anyone else got the feeling of being playing assassins creed 3 while watching this show?

[@phoebe1696]

YES

[@bradleygearhart2555]

DiCarfax55 YESSSS

[@lordkaachan9252]

DiCarfax55 totally

[@babouchk304]

Yes so much !!

[@WayToManyAssassins]

DiCarfax55 Yes definitely

[@m0z4rt9000]

The person that designed this intro needs a raise. Perfect visual storytelling....also the song amazing.

[@gangsta200100]

Great show, great native American music, hits you right in the feels

[@KarmaTiger]

First Nations is the preferred term in Canada

[@NocturnalEye]

I absolutely love it.

[@jtay-dk3cj]

Thanks man I appreciate you

[@zerotohero8993]

Yea a shame what Europeans have done to those great nations. We could have learned a lot of them.

[@nicolesavoie]

Some of the singers are from northern Alberta in Canada . They are part of an award winning group called Northern Cree . They make me feel very proud of my heritage , proud to be from the same Cree nation .

[@freakjob0]

No hyperbole, this is one of the best intros I have ever seen for a show. I am watching Season 2 right now and given the option to "skip intro' on each episode, I never do. I love the music, the chants, the fact that it completely depicts the premise. The only thing that bothers me if the actual lack of any real "trapping/collecting" of pelts on the show :p

[@RonGervais]

Thanks Very Much!

[@gestimo6168]

freakjob0 Also never skip the intro.

[@squamish4244]

The story is kind of all over the place. I watch mostly for the incredible locations and attention to period detail, the representation of natives, a few interesting characters and Jason Momoa being badass. The fact that he chose to star in a Canadian production is pretty flattering, honestly. And the episodes are fairly short so you can just whip through them :) I hope it gets a Season 4 or however more to wrap everything up. I read somewhere that they want to do 4 or 5 seasons.

[@irvinurioste1073]

Mee tooo

[@sasquatch2011]

This intro fills me with Pride. Finally part of our histories as Crees of Waskaganish, Eastmain, Wemindji and Chisasibi is partially told in a Netflix Original Show; not to mention Jason Mamoa playing as a Half Cree man is enough to feel noticed by the world. This song feels as if it’ grabs my soul and takes me on a journey to my ancestors. I absolutely love this show.

[@gabrielpiracini7842]

Good and wise persons won't forget your people and your history anyway, both with this intro or not. I've been always facinated by native american's cultures, folklore and history (actually almost every culture of the world). Greetings from Italy.

[@Dfgr739]

@@gabrielpiracini7842 jajaja

[@gabrielpiracini7842]

@@Dfgr739 ajajaj

[@DrArku]

I don't know much about Native American culture, but this intro song feels very powerful. Almost like a war song. I wonder what it means.

[@whynot5568]

Yea I absolutely love how they utilized the bad ass Native American chanting chorus and drums. Definitely stirs the soul. I don't think I ever skipped the intro while watching the show.

[@Luffy3713]

GoT, Vikings, Black flag, now Frontier.... shit I like shows like these that has creative opening intros.

[@simpdestructor]

Watch The last kingdom

[@nessabrcb5137]

Should watch The Last Kingdom

[@goodcomrade2949]

Watch marco polo

[@DidixGil]

Also Black Sails's opening

[@mdg6117]

Watch The Last Kingdom!!

[@Luckyjasondrum]

Just discovered this show last night. The intro grabbed me right by the balls. Great work, Sir. The music is outstanding. I've been watching videos of native drum circles and powwows since last night. Incredible culture.

[@SecondBlueSun]

I grew up as a Kiowa, going to pow wows and sitting in drum circles. Meanwhile, I was learning about my Scottish heritage as well from my fathers side of the family as I grew up. I got a lot of both sides in me, Native and Celtic. After hearing this opening for my first time, I was ready to bloody fight something.

[@Halo4Lyf]

My family has been on this continent nearly 400 years, came from Prussia by way of Strasbourg, then Manchester, and mixed with the Huron just before or during the French and Indian War. I know nothing of my Native ancestry other than the names of the half-breed men who were my eighth great grandfather and eighth great uncle, at Valley Forge (William Mosher and Hugh Ezekiel Mosher), but damned if this show didn't make me want to learn. And then their sons married into the MacOmber Clan just after 1800. So I've got Prussian, Scottish, and Huron in me, which means I've got a curious affinity for whiskey, hatchet-throwing, and lederhosen, haha. I think the Prussian won out though, as I reflexively stand at attention around lawful authority figures and knew the words to "Panzerlied" without being taught. :p Also, Jason Momoa's hometown in Iowa is, like, eight miles away from where I live, which is a weird coincidence, haha.

[@Arrowkitill]

Blue Helios I feel the same way. I am Cherokee, Seminole, and Scotch-Irish. Native American from my mother's side and Celtic from my Dad's.

[@DiscoDevil197]

Dont applaud the poster, he didnt make but stole it

[@oiMarkusv]

@@Arrowkitill that's cool I'm scotch-irish also but we dont say that here in Northern Ireland we call ourselves Ulster Scots🇬🇧 Alot of my family emigrated to nova Scotia and New foundland during the days of the empire infact my mother's great grand father was friends with the prime minister of new foundland before it got incorporated into Canada.

[@ValerieVfc]

I always start crying at the 0:19 mark. That map, for some reason, coupled with the throat signing, is just so powerful. The whole main theme is done so stylistically and succinctly captures an important moment in history.

[@Khymeira]

Mutual sentiments. I'm a black Canadian but this hits me in a visceral way I have a hard time articulating.

[@pudelschurwolle]

i start crying at 00:23 when the indians are rowing

[@thecartofvideos4766]

It's not throat singing

[@sasquatch2011]

@@pudelschurwolle Just know we’re still rowing. 😁

[@pudelschurwolle]

@@sasquatch2011 I know. You're native american?

[@princesscelestia1172]

My history teacher is in love with this show

[@mirandarichard122]

one of the most epic openings ever

[@samledoux7837]

I listen to this at the gym lol it's short but man it makes you pump up for a second

[@User67671]

This song is the one thing I look forward to when watching an episode

[@pelmasot]

whats the name of the song?

[@pelmasot]

@@krRule thanks! But I can't find it on Spotify =( that's why I asked, maybe it has another name

[@resurgam44]

While the Metis flag is technically ahead of its time here (it was adopted around 1814), it recognizes the nascent stages of the Metis during the 18th century, and it makes me overjoyed to see my people being recognized in a show like this. Marsi.

[@coltinjameschicoine5672]

I know right they should put a sash on harp then he fight the English off

[@mikeya4105]

Hi im native apache and me and my people approve of its a battle cry to all indigenous black white all of mix native

[@matthewsawczyn6592]

This has every right to go this hard

[@burakonderuslu679]

Best intro I've ever seen quality work respect from Turkey

[@johnplayer420]

please tell jason momoa i want to punch bears with him. i'll have his back i swear

[@DarkBykeTwitch]

He says ok.

[@yetagain9736]

@@DarkBykeTwitch too late he went to punch bear alone. Rip johnplayer420

[@No1Nol212]

this intro always hits me. it feels so alive and it gives me goose bumps....deffinitely one of the best intros to a series ive ever heard

[@frankvisser6290]

I bingewatched all episodes yesterday. Briliant!

[@ktewin]

MOST EXCELLENT THEME SONG. MAKES ME FEEL INSTILLED WITH NATIVE PRIDE. ❤❤❤❤❤THANK YOU FOR THE BEAUTIFUL SONG🎉❤🎉❣️❣️❣️

[@bl4nk5y]

This show is based on the fur trades in Canada centuries ago and how the British Hudson Bay Company was very evil in it's pursuit of monopolizing the fur trade. It's fucking dope, with a great cast! And I love that they filmed partly at The Fortress of Louisburg, Cape Breton, Nova Scotia! REPRIZENT! WATCH THIS SHOW!!!!!

[@zachsmith1676]

i think it does a stellar job at showing what it was like in this part of our history, i like to think that the HBC played a bit part in the path to forming the nation of Canada.

[@squamish4244]

We think corporations are bad now...the HBC, the East India Company etc. - they did things that even the worst nightmares about Google or Apple couldn't conjure up.

[@squamish4244]

Not at all. It just helps me when there is so much depressing news in the world, particularly about the environment. Steven Pinker's Enlightenment Now talks are about stuff like this - we have made a lot of progress socially, and it is important to acknowledge it or we might quit in despair.

[@Were_the_tops]

As a Canadian I approve of this show funny how the HBC still exists as a clothing store in canada

[@geodrewbilee]

The HBC is recognized in world history and the Canadian encyclopedia as the first official government in North America (as the HBC was in fact a functioning bureaucracy, issuing standard currency in the form of Beaver and Otter pelts, setting hunting and trapping laws, and establishing trade agreements and land deals. British Columbia, Ontario, The Plains, and Québec all recognized different leadership but adhered to Hudson Bay regulation which is why some (myself included) considering Canada’s official founding date to be May 2nd 1670, the day the HBC was established.

[@ETVElectronicTVOnline]

What a song what a series, i think this is gonna be Netflix best like Stranger Things. I cant wait for season 2!!

[@Snicklebunni]

Every time my spirit hears this, I weep and my body wants to dance....I can't explain it...but this is super powerful

[@CoffeeFiend1]

Re-watching binge. I still laugh every time the beaver figurine gets knocked over.

[@motogp4658]

This show is amazing, I'm waiting for season 2.

[@Skhmt]

I'll literally never get over how this intro tells a 200 year story and encapsulates the conflict between several groups all vying for the resources of the Hudson Bay and the sheer outrage of the natives who are caught between them.

[@renestermann4944]

amazing opening i love it

[@jakirakumahata5701]

Couldn't get into the show but I'll listen to this theme once a day on average

[@Jacob_frye]

Amazing show! The only intro that I never skipped! Not even once in the 3 seasons

[@misshammy]

I've just watched this show last night and it got me hooked!! I couldn't stop watching it and listening to the opening theme! This show is thick with culture and history, I love it! Jason Momoa is such a hot and great actor! Much love from Indonesia xoxoxo

[@HazardRoz]

Espectacular oppening! The mixing of mapping, native music, and factions caracterizing its outstanding! Congrats! Worth see and share it.

[@Edward24081]

I got chills when the singing started. I miss this show.

[@isaiahfong4625]

This is one of those intro that you shouldn't have skipped

[@RonGervais]

The music is a co-compostition between the shows composer Andrew Lockington and the artist Gabe Gaudet.

[@award5003]

you know of any other artist that incorporate native american chanting like this?

[@johnplayer420]

please tell me there's an ep or a digital dl of this track somewhere. please. just take my money take all of it

[@johnplayer420]

also i ridiculously love the total ass off this show it's the best thing i've seen filmed in canada since little big man BIG UPS TO YOU

[@DaBurningIce]

Probably a typo but Gabe* :)

[@RonGervais]

Fixed, thank you.

[@DrAcula-op8yp]

The one show where u dont skip the intro

[@kamratlundgren4909]

A good series has you on the edge of your seat when the episode ends. A masterpiece does so in the intro

[@Silva50505]

Gotta say this one of the best intros ive seen

[@Digteren]

Best show opener in a long time... massive probs

[@bethanysciberras7905]

I miss this show

[@RenaRoo123]

I love that the theme is sort of a mix of traditional Native with some European flare in there.

[@lisalisa4187]

I would’ve LOVED to have been present when they put this opening song together.... it bangs!!!!

[@SameStars]

Goosebumps every time I hear this. :)

[@crazycougar9344]

SameStars same

[@christophersalinas3095]

Uufff 2020 and i'm still waiting for another season. Great opening 👌

[@My_eyes_hurt]

0:36 the Canadian nickel.

[@barbourofelis231]

My_eyes_ hurt right! I love that part!

[@nightowl7261]

The native beats, chants, and scenes of native long boats ❤

[@Swerve_City]

This theme is amazing, instantly get chills whenever I hear it. Just wish the show was better.

[@ZERO-X79]

Same here it needs more action

[@IWillYeah]

You got it in season 2 + 3.... Season 3's epic. Harp, McTaggart and Charlie - epic teamup. The Scottish characters, especially McTaggart in Season 3 is the heart of the shows comedy (McTaggart manages to remain well mad funny throughout, I feel the browns brother has gotten a lot more serious).

[@Crowborn]

animation and music are outstanding. Good job!

[@kayj4709]

I can listen to this all day, everyday ❤️❤️❤️

[@domgeraldine]

The Native song : "Ontario Str8", by Gabe Gaudet Album "Dancin' til Sunrise (Round Dance Songs Recorded "Live")" / The Northern Cree and Friends, vol. 7

[@ericfinn3411]

Great Intro and a badass series definitely a MUST-SEE

[@nadiavenditti889]

Am I the only one who thinks this should last forever? 💕💕💕

[@Luckyjasondrum]

Forever? Forever ever? Forever ever ever? Damn right, it should.

[@HavvahartKL]

I need albums and albums of this music. the blend of styles is just...YES.

[@darkmoon5436]

One of the most beautiful introes of all time♥️

[@cletustheaborted8324]

This is honestly the only intro thats on par with the Vikings and Game of Thrones intros

[@grandpasew2405]

That was AWSOME

[@emmar2675]

LOVE THIS SHOW!!!

[@alexwoods5795]

Best show on the Discovery Channel in a long time!

[@WayToManyAssassins]

This sounds amazing through my surround sound setup.

[@Mlimawanguvu]

Love this 👍🏾👍🏾

[@MichaelTheWayfarer]

Great intro, great show.

[@TheSweatyYeti]

Beautiful intro sequence

[@linyvisa7531]

Can't get over this

[@gunnersmith5680]

Ive been a cowboy in my late young life. Ive been all over west Texas and southern Oklahoma and seen trails, historic sites, rocks that indian slaves broke, ive seen bloodshed from the red and my great great grandfather was an indian who was killed on the trail of tears. Im white as snow and i have no right to the culture, but these songs have cry and pain in all of them

[@VanHells540]

Grüße aus Deutschland, eine sehr gute Serie und ein absolut geiles Intro. Gänsehaut pur❤

[@goodbanter4427]

Great series, like it very much so far

[@anamariarios17]

Me encanta la musica! Es fascinante la introduccion.

[@CW4RUNNER]

Brilliant opening sequence

[@brokenhandle]

The opening is my favorite part of the show.

[@AceAcabras]

Incredible intro.

[@jimm8176]

Best opening ever

[@BatPierrot]

not caught up on this show yet but hell the music is amazing

[@kenanbajric45]

Awesome intro.

[@manuelisaiashermosillafari8480]

Q hermosa mezcla de musica de rock...guitarra...y cantos nativos ceew...los amo....

[@MaiconDouglasdosSantos33]

Paixão por essa série😍

[@KEREMTV328]

Playing Assassins Creed Valhalla with this tune gasses me up.

[@TrezGamez]

I love this intro

[@OMaMaRMY]

Top intros of all time

[@claudiaweber4564]

Geile Musik, geile Serie, total unterbewertet!!!!! Nur super!!!!!

[@hellanjotenebroso4146]

Very nice chant

[@rifleewarr]

0:18 I'm dead 🤣😂🤣😂

[@mk___7593]

This music reminds me of the assassins creed games especially the 3rd one

[@princeyplayzhd4980]

Apparently they’ve nearly done season 3. Fuck yeah.

[@ahmedabdullahgoodh888]

Good luck, God willing ♥

[@Yebi263]

So cool

[@eliancelaj5934]

Just finished it,and now I feel empty bc its finished

[@Leeonrf]

We will never forget you ,Ratohnhaketon F.

[@scorpiosunrising7964]

Idon't know much about native american music or culture but I love this intro. To me it sems to blend native american singing and drums with some Irish/Scottish folklore music. It's just perfect.

[@claudiadeliamansilla9526]

Muy buena !!

[@carlosestebanascenci]

Se eriza la piel con esa intro Sólo por esa intro me engancharon la historia va un poco lenta pero la verdad tiene tantas posibilidades en guerras trama que se que la 2da temporada será épica

[@danb7601]

Funny when i first saw this opening i hated it and thought it was a needlessly weird take on the GOT theme but now I love it, really like the show too even if it all went a bit odd towards the end, still can't wait for season 2!

[@Ima184mm]

Tight Tight Tight Epic

[@bestlaidplans4511]

Really thought the song was going to be boring and standard, then this absolute vocal god and his peeps come out of nowhere hittin' different.

[@oguzhanavcu2056]

the last kingdom intro and this, never skip....

[@liamculpepper3761]

I wish this was longer

[@hj4569]

Great great show