The Family Way is a soundtrack recording composed by
Paul McCartney, released in January 1967. The album is the soundtrack to the 1966
film of the same name, directed by
Roy Boulting and starring
Hayley Mills. Produced and arranged by
George Martin, the album was credited to "The George Martin Orchestra" and issued under the full title
The Family Way (Original Soundtrack Album). A 45rpm single, again credited to the George Martin Orchestra, was issued on 23 December 1966, comprising "Love in the Open Air" backed with "Theme From 'The Family Way'", as United Artists UP1165.