Who composed the music for The Good Place?

David Schwartz composed the music for The Good Place. The American composer is credited as the series composer and is known for creating music for television, film, and title sequences.

Schwartz began composing for television in the 1990s. His early breakthrough came with Northern Exposure, whose theme earned a Grammy nomination and became a Billboard Adult Contemporary hit. He later worked on shows including Deadwood, Arrested Development, Reaper, and The Good Place.

His work on The Good Place helped establish the show's distinctive musical identity alongside its unusual mix of fantasy, comedy, and philosophical drama. Schwartz also created music connected with the series finale, including a full version of Michael's in-universe song "The Purple Train to Groovy Town," although that version was not used in the broadcast episode.

A common mix-up is confusing the show's composer with its creator and principal writer, Michael Schur. Schur shaped the series creatively, while Schwartz supplied its score and musical material.