Personal details
Born:
- Birthday: 1977-04-22
- Born Place: Nottingham, England, UK
Also Known As:
Steven B. Price, Stephen B. Price, Steve Price
Steven Price
Steven Price is a highly acclaimed British film composer, best known for his Academy Award-winning score for Alfonso Cuarón's 2013 sci-fi thriller, Gravity. Born on April 22, 1977, in Nottingham, England, Price began his career in the music department of various notable films, including The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Batman Begins, and Scott Pilgrim vs. the World.He made his debut as a solo composer with Joe Cornish's 2011 film Attack the Block, which garnered critical praise. Since then, he has established himself as a versatile and innovative composer, known for his unique, story-driven approach to scoring. His diverse filmography includes works like Fury, Suicide Squad, Baby Driver, Last Night in Soho, and the Netflix animation Over the Moon.Beyond feature films, Steven Price has also made a significant impact in the realm of natural history documentaries, particularly through his collaborations with Sir David Attenborough. He composed the music for the BAFTA-winning series The Hunt, the Emmy-nominated Netflix Original Our Planet, and the autobiographical documentary David Attenborough – A Life on Our Planet, for which he won a Primetime Emmy. Most recently, he composed the score for "Ocean with David Attenborough" (2025).Price's work is characterized by its experimental nature and his ability to create distinctive soundscapes that enhance the narrative and emotional core of a project. He often incorporates original sounds and creates his own "instruments" to give each score a unique voice. His music has been performed in prestigious venues around the world, including the Royal Albert Hall and The Hollywood Bowl.
