US EditionDavid Byrne Collaborating with Hayley Williams on New Song for Netflix's 'The Twits' Film
OCT 17 – The animated film adapts Roald Dahl’s classic with original songs by David Byrne and Hayley Williams, featuring a voice cast led by Maitreyi Ramakrishnan and Ryan Lopez.
- Netflix is releasing an animated adaptation of Roald Dahl's The Twits on October 17, featuring original songs by David Byrne and Hayley Williams.
- Netflix acquired the rights to Dahl's books in 2018 and the story focuses on the battle between the cruel Twits and brave children with magical Muggle-Wumps.
- Phil Johnston directed the film and collaborated closely with Byrne, who composed three original songs performed by the cast, including ‘We’re Not Like Ev’ryone Else,’ ‘Lullaby,’ and ‘The Problem Is You.’
- Byrne and Williams co-wrote and performed the end credits song ‘Open the Door,’ inspired by the empathetic character Beesha, which they said reflects the story’s heart despite the Twits’ unpleasantness.
- The release highlights Netflix’s ongoing investment in Dahl adaptations and showcases a voice cast including Maitreyi Ramakrishnan, Johnny Vegas, Natalie Portman, and Emilia Clarke.
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David Byrne collaborating with Hayley Williams on new song for Netflix's 'The Twits' film
David Byrne attends SNL50: The Homecoming Concert at Radio City Music Hall on February 14, 2025 in New York City. (Photo by Dia Dipasupil/Getty Images) For David Byrne and Hayley Williams, collaborating is more than just a “Once in a Lifetime” experience. The respective Talking Heads and Paramore singers are linking up again for a new song called “Open the Door,” recorded for the upcoming animated Netflix film The Twits, based on the Roald Dahl …
‘The Twits’: Netflix Unveils David Byrne & Hayley Williams Original Songs; Maitreyi Ramakrishnan Voice Cast Addition & October 17 Release
Talking Heads frontman David Byrne and Hayley Williams of rock band Paramore have contributed to the soundtrack of Netflix’s upcoming animated adaptation of Roald Dahl’s The Twits, the streamer has announced. Byrne has written and produced three original songs which are performed by the cast and include “We’re Not Like Ev’ryone Else,” “Lullaby,” and “The […]
David Byrne and Hayley Williams to Collaborate on New Song for Roald Dahl Adaptation ‘The Twits,’ Netflix Reveals Fall Release Date
Netflix's upcoming feature adaptation of Roald Dahl's The Twits will feature a new song from David Byrne and Hayley Williams.
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