The Prisoner - Original Soundtrack Music

For those who know and love the 1968 psychological drama/allegory “The Prisoner,” starring Patrick McGoohan this soundtrack needs no introduction. For others, look it up online. Or better still watch all 17 episodes of this great British TV series which is now available on several streaming sites and platforms.
The music for the series was written by at least three composers; Ron Grainer (Doctor Who-1963) who wrote the theme, Wilfred Josephs and Albert Elms with some help from Bizet and Vivaldi. Guitar legend, Vic Flick (James Bond), also lent his talents to the recording sessions.
The theme and music cues on this souvenir LP are from the original 35mm mag film elements used in the series. Although the music holds up well on its own merits, for those who are fans of The Prisoner it will no doubt conjure up key scenes from the episodes. Incidentally, since the cues originally had no titles but only numbers, the title of the episode and a brief description of where the music appears in that episode has been added to the video. "Be seeing you."
The album that this music is from has signatures of those involved in the mastering and a "Be seeing you" salutation and "I am not a number" declaration etched into the inner core near the label.

[@roslyndecanio81]

The Prisoner was WAY ahead of its time, absolutely brilliant!

[@zebraradio1610]

Indeed so. The series' various themes, such as authoritarianism and governmental hypocrisy, still ring true today.

[@dkbrain3434]

My personal favorite tv series. The music adds so much to the enjoyment.

[@fodiladjila2853]

Ces musiques me transportent dans la série ❤❤ 👍👍

[@fodiladjila2853]

Patrick McGoohan, quel grand bonhomme ❤🙏

[@zebraradio1610]

En effet, il était

[@DIGITALWOLF1]

I will not be pushed, filed, stamped, indexed, briefed, debriefed, or numbered !My life is my own.

[@k.aliazad4388]

"Is it???"

[@user-il5oq5df6l]

I AM NOT A NUMBER!! I AM A FREE MAN!!!!

[@philipbonner6486]

Be seeing you.

[@user-il5oq5df6l]

I just love the arrangement of the "Radetsky March" by Johann Strauss Sr.

[@paulhunter6742]

I liked pieces of music used during Carnivals and major Village political events.

[@d4mdcykey]

This still remains, to this day, one of my all-time favorite TV series; brilliant writing and well thought out arcane plot lines. So cool to find the soundtrack here. Thanks!

[@zebraradio1610]

You're welcome. It's always been one of my favorite series.

[@Dragonblaster1]

Ron Grainer did some great theme tunes. He also wrote the music for the Charlton Heston film, _Omega Man,_ and there is a small snippet when the zombies are trying to ambush Heston's character as he drives into his garage that sounds very reminiscent of the Prisoner theme.

[@fodiladjila2853]

Un génie Patrick McGoohan, quel bel homme ❤🙏

[@user-il5oq5df6l]

I love the "Villagers Celebrate Passing Exams" cue. One of the best cues from the series.

[@zebraradio1610]

Some of those tracks, like the ones you mention, definitely stand on their own.

[@roslyndecanio81]

Love the way you describe where the music appears in which episode. Entire superb series way ahead of its time!!!

[@zebraradio1610]

Thanks, but I can't take credit for that. The descriptions are on the jacket. Incidentally, when I purchased this album in 1986 at the Portmeirion, Wales gift shop (aka, No. 6's abode), they were working on a second album of 'Prisoner' music. I'll have to find it. Yes, given today's bizarre political climate I think the message of 'The Prisoner' is even more on point.

[@enochenoch9813]

@@zebraradio1610 I watched this on CBS in 1968. A fan for life. I met the owner of the Lotus 7 (KAR120C) in 1970.

[@zebraradio1610]

@@enochenoch9813 The perfect car for someone with an independent spirit like No. 6. Great car, great sound.

[@paulhunter6742]

The zilaphone was interesting choice for scenes where Number 6 might possibly be under hypnotic trance or being drugged.

[@craigbrowning9448]

Xylophone

[@CECArtist]

I've been rewatching my dvd set of The Prisoner lately and was hoping someone would have uploaded the soundtrack! Thank you dearly!

[@zebraradio1610]

Glad you enjoyed it. Supposedly there two other albums of music from The Prisoner.

[@CECArtist]

@@zebraradio1610 Iam watching "The General" now, and simultaneously searching online to buy a #6 blazer. I just came across their gift shop, and am happy to hear you nabbed this soundtrack there. Now Iam on a search for the other albums, since learning this!

[@user-il5oq5df6l]

Watch out for Rover!!

[@matthewsonnenberg303]

We sure could use a strong individual like this nowadays in this crazy world. Do yourself a favor and escape whatever Village is foisted upon you nowadays. Trust no political party or business organization. Exercise and be healthy; watch for poisons in our food. We are survivors! Best to all!

[@TheChessPatzer]

Dem bones dem bones dem dry bones…?

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