The Maestro Returns
John Williams came out of retirement to score Disclosure Day, marking his 30th collaboration with Steven Spielberg. At 93 years old, this may be his final film score — making it a historic event in cinema.
— Attributed to John Williams
Williams Spotted at BSO — January 2026
On January 22-25, 2026, John Williams attended the All-John Williams Program at Boston Symphony Hall as part of the "E Pluribus Unum" festival. The program featured his Suite from Close Encounters of the Third Kind — widely seen as a nod to Disclosure Day and Spielberg's return to alien territory.
Williams, 93, received a standing ovation from the audience. Attendees described the moment as "special and surreal," noting that even a wave to the audience felt precious. His healthy appearance was reassuring to fans who are treating the Disclosure Day score as potentially his final film composition ever.
Williams' UFO Legacy
Williams has scored Spielberg's previous alien encounters, creating some of cinema's most iconic themes:
What to Expect
Based on the trailer's tone and Williams' history with alien-themed Spielberg films, we might hear:
- Wonder themes — The awe of first contact
- Tension motifs — The fear and uncertainty
- Human emotion — Character-driven themes for Emily Blunt
- Communication music — Perhaps echoing Close Encounters' musical dialogue
Soundtrack Release
The Disclosure Day soundtrack album will likely be released alongside the film in June 2026. Expect both digital and physical releases, potentially including expanded editions given Williams' legacy status.