The Backstreet Boys are back with a brand-new song, but you must go to a local movie theater to hear it. That’s because they made some music for the upcoming animated movie PAW Patrol: The Dino Movie.
The soundtrack will also include an original score from returning composer Pinar Toprak. Keep reading to learn more about his involvement and the movie itself.
PAW Patrol Heads Back to Theaters with New Music and Dinosaurs
Paramount Pictures is bringing PAW Patrol back to the big screen once again with their latest animated epic, PAW Patrol: The Dino Movie. Launching this summer, it’s poised to be the franchise’s biggest adventure yet, with an equally epic soundtrack. That’s because it will feature new music from the Backstreet Boys and returning composer Pinar Toprak.
Dinosaurs, Rescues, and a Bigger Sound Than Ever
The third theatrical film in the franchise, PAW Patrol: The Dino Movie, expands upon the popular “Dino Rescue” storyline from the TV series. This time, the pups crash on a mysterious tropical island filled with dinosaurs. Naturally, Mayor Humdinger digs where he shouldn’t. Because of this, the pups must save the island before everything goes extinct.
Such a big adventure requires big music. So, the filmmakers are doing just that.
Yes, the Backstreet Boys Really Are on the Soundtrack
If you haven’t heard the news yet, yes, the Backstreet Boys are back, again! The 90s boy band has recorded a new song for the PAW Patrol: The Dino Movie soundtrack, which debuted in the film’s latest trailer.
Written specifically for the film, “Bottle Up” is an upbeat, catchy, and clearly designed to get kids bouncing in their seats (and begging for the latest PAW Patrol merch). However, it’s familiar enough to make parents smile. It’s also a clever way for the pop icons to connect to a whole new generation.
Pinar Toprak Returns For The PAW Patrol: The Dino Movie Score
Paramount didn’t stop with the Backstreet Boys either. That’s because they rehired PAW Patrol composer Pinar Torak to write the movie’s original score. That should make PAW Patrol fans happy since her music always feels epic without being overwhelming.
Therefore, we can expect sweeping big-action themes and lighthearted moments of comedy, grounded by emotional cues.
Why This Mix of Pop and Score is Such a Big Deal?
While the movie is still months away, this should be great news for any PAW Patrol or animated film music fan.
Sure, most film soundtracks blend together modern pop music with their cinematic orchestral scores. However, it’s rare to see one that works equally well standalone and as a soundtrack. Luckily, PAW Patrol: The Dino Movie has a chance to do just that.
For instance, the Backstreet Boys’ “Bottle Up” should be popular enough to make Billboard lists as a standalone song. Meanwhile, the movie should feel like a polished, high-energy, big screen adventure for both kids and adults, thanks in part to Toprak’s score.
Then, there’s the gravatas of the situation. It’s not every day that an animated film franchise can bring back a well-known, world-famous pop group like the Backstreet Boys. That speaks well for the PAW Patrol franchise going forward, as well as for how far it has come. This soundtrack isn’t just film music. It’s a statement.
When Can You Hear the Full Soundtrack?
So far, we only know that the PAW Patrol: The Dino Movie soundtrack will feature:
- “Bottle Up” by the Backstreet Boys
- An original score composed by Pinar Toprak
However, we don’t have a complete track listing or a release date for the soundtrack. We can only guess that it will drop on August 14, 2026, the day the film hits theatres. Luckily, we should get more news on it as that date gets closer.
If the last PAW Patrol movie is any indication, we should expect the soundtrack to be on most major digital streaming platforms around that time.
What Is PAW Patrol: The Dino Movie About?
As for the film itself, it’s a 3D animated children’s film from Director Cal Brunker, who also wrote the film alongside Bob Barlen. Based on the television series created by Keith Chapman, the movie stars a mix of returning talent and a few new voices, including:
- Mckenna Grace as Skye
- Rain Janjua as Chase
- Carter Young as Marshall
- Lucien Duncan-Reid as Rubble
- William Desrosiers as Rocky
- Nylan Parthipan as Zuma,
- Henry Bolan as Ryder (his franchise debut)
Additional voices were provided by Meredith MacNeill, Terry Crews, Jennifer Hudson, Ron Pardo, Fortune Feimster, Hayden Chemberlen, Bill Nye, Jameela Jamil, Paris Hilton, and Snoop Dogg.
Paramount Pictures will distribute the film, which was produced by Paramount Animation and Spin Master Entertainment. PAW Patrol: The Dino Movie is expected to hit heaters nationwide on August 14, 2026.
PAW Patrol The Dino Movie Final Thoughts
PAW Patrol: The Dino Movie is shaping up to be a loud, fun, and surprisingly music experience. It has something for everyone from dinosaurs, daring rescues, new music from the Backstreet Boys to a cinematic score by Pinar Toprak.
I might check it out when it drops in August. I have plenty of time to catch up with the previous movies and series until then.
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