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Coming Soon to 4K: 'Equalizer', 'G.I. Joe,' 'The Quick and the Dead,' & More![teaser]Films starring Dwayne Johnson, Channing Tatum, Sharon Stone, and more are all in the works for 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray.[/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, several new discs are being prepped for 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray throughout July and August from Sony, Paramount, Magnolia, and Cinedigm. Here's a full rundown of all the recently added listings: As previously reported, Sony is prepping Antoine Fuqua's The Equalizer starring Denzel Washington, Marton Csokas, and Chloë Grace Moretz for 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray on July 10, and now Best Buy has an Exclusive SteelBook Edition of the release up for pre-order. The disc will feature 2160p video with HDR10 and a Dolby Atmos soundtrack. Supplements will include: - ALL-NEW: Five Never-Before-Seen Deleted Scenes, featuring McCall’s Epilogue teasing The Equalizer 2- “A Villain's Psychosis”- “Boston: On Location”- “A Modern Hero”- “Joining Forces Again: Denzel Washington and Antoine Fuqua”- “Playing the Part: The Cast of The Equalizer”- “The Home Mart Advantage: The Action of The Equalizer”- Theatrical Trailers In addition, the studio is bringing Sam Raimi's The Quick and the Dead starring Sharon Stone, Gene Hackman, Russell Crowe, and Leonardo DiCaprio to 4K Blu-ray on July 17. The disc will feature 2160p video with HDR10 and a Dolby Atmos soundtrack. Supplements will include: - All New: 7 Never-Before-Seen Deleted Scenes- Theatrical Trailer Order the 4K Blu-ray Order the 4K SteelBook Order the 4K Blu-ray According to a recent pre-order listing on Best Buy, Paramount is set to release Stephen Sommers' G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra starring Dennis Quaid, Channing Tatum, and Marlon Wayans on July 31. Full specs have not been announced yet, but supplements will likely mirror those found on the previous Blu-ray release. In addition, the retailer also has a listing for Jon M. Chu's G.I. Joe: Retaliation starring Dwayne Johnson, Channing Tatum, and Adrianne Palicki slated for July 31 as well. Full specs have not been announced yet, but supplements will likely mirror those found on the previous Blu-ray release. Order the 4K Blu-ray Order the 4K Blu-ray Magnolia has announced plans to bring Sergio G. Sánchez's Marrowbone starring George MacKay, Anya Taylor-Joy, and Charlie Heaton to 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray and Blu-ray on August 7. Full specs have not been announced yet, but supplements will include: - Deleted Scenes- Marrowbone Behind The Scenes- Marrowbone Visual Effects Reel Order the 4K Blu-ray Order the Blu-ray Finally, Cinedigm is set to release Terry Miles' Stagecoach: The Texas Jack Story starring Trace Adkins, Kim Coates, Judd Nelson, and Michelle Harrison on August 7. Full specs and supplements have not been announced yet. Order the 4K Blu-ray You can find the latest specs for all of the titles listed above linked from our 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Release Schedule, where they are indexed throughout July and August.Posted Tue Jun 5, 2018 at 08:00 AM PDT by: -
'Terminator 2: Judgment Day Limited Collectors Edition' (with Exclusive Terminator EndoArm + 4K) Finally Dated for this July[Teaser]It's been a long wait, but the Limited Collectors Edition of Terminator 2: Judgment Day is finally on the way. [/Teaser] Lionsgate will release the Terminator 2: Judgment Day Limited Collectors Edition EndoArm Box Set on July 17, which includes the film on 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray. The studio will also reissue the 4K UHD on the same date. Our previous coverage is available here. Terminator 2: Judgment Day shattered the definition of action-filmmaking to become one of the most celebrated sequels of all time. Even in an age of anything-is-possible digital blockbuster filmmaking – with onscreen action often entirely fabricated and “unreal” – T2 remains a touchstone for both filmmakers and movie fans on the use of visual effects, fusing high-tech thrills with an emotional and compelling story. Still lauded by critics today as one of the greatest action films of all time, only 6,000 of the Limited Collector’s Edition EndoArm box sets will be released in the U.S., allowing fans to own a life-sized replica of the T-800 EndoArm mounted on a uniquely numbered stand with James Cameron’s signature. Say “hasta la vista, baby” to SD and relive each quintessential moment in four times the resolution with Full HD and High Dynamic Range on the film’s 4K scan. The Terminator 2: Judgment Day EndoArm Limited Collector’s Edition 4K Combo Pack box set is loaded with bonus content, including an all-new documentary featuring commentary from the cast and crew (including James Cameron, Arnold Schwarzenegger, and Edward Furlong). LIMITED EDITION BOX SETS INCLUDES: · Life-sized Terminator EndoArm · Each limited-edition EndoArm unit includes a uniquely numbered sticker, featuring the signature of writer-director James Cameron BLU-RAY / DIGITAL HD SPECIAL FEATURES · *NEW* “T2: Reprogramming the Terminator” 55 Minute Documentary Including Exclusive Interview with Arnold Schwarzenegger, James Cameron, Edward Furlong and More · 2 Feature Commentaries including 23 members of the cast and crew, including director James Cameron and co-author William Wisher · “The Making of T2” 30 Minute Featurette · Seamless Branching to View 3 Different Versions of the Movie · 2 Deleted Scenes with Audio Commentary · Trailers You can find the latest specs for Terminator 2: Judgment Day Limited Collectors Edition linked from our 4K Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under July 17.Posted Mon Jun 4, 2018 at 05:38 PM PDT by: -
'A Quiet Place' 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray and Blu-ray Up for Pre-Order (UPDATE: Release Date and Details Added)[teaser]John Krasinski's horror thriller is tiptoeing toward Blu-ray and 4K Blu-ray later this year.[/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Paramount is prepping A Quiet Place for 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray and Blu-ray. In addition, a Best Buy Exclusive Blu-ray SteelBook will also be available. The release date is July 10. In the modern horror thriller A Quiet Place, a family of four must navigate their lives in silence after mysterious creatures that hunt by sound threaten their survival. If they hear you, they hunt you. Starring Emily Blunt, John Krasinski, and Millicent Simmonds. Directed by John Krasinski from a script written by Krasinski, Bryan Woods & Scott Beck. Each release will feature Dolby Atmos audio, the 4K UHD will also add Dolby Vision HDR, and supplements will include: Creating the Quiet – Behind the Scenes of A QUIET PLACE; The Sound of Darkness – Editing Sound for A QUIET PLACE; and A Reason for Silence – The Visual Effects of A QUIET PLACE. You can find the latest specs for A Quiet Place linked from our Blu-ray and 4K Release Schedules, where it is indexed under July 10. Order the 4K Blu-ray Order the Blu-ray Order the Blu-rayPosted Thu May 31, 2018 at 07:36 PM PDT by: -
Grading the Major Hollywood Studios in the 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Era[Teaser]Can you judge a 4K Blu-ray by its distributor? Let's find out.[/Teaser] We're a long, long way from the days of Leonard Nemoy talking to his beeping pet crystal about laserdiscs! Two full years into the 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray format, it's time to score the major studios on their efforts to bring the very best possible video and audio experience to home video enthusiasts. As with any new format, growing pains are inevitable -- it takes time to adjust home entertainment distribution pipelines. However, by the end of 2018, there will be over 400 titles available and that feels like a pretty good litmus sample group to determine the success rate of each studio. Worth noting: 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray is still too new (too niche?) to judge smaller independent studios. While the BBC has made quite a splash with their nature documentaries and Shout! Factory was quick to upgrade their IMAX documentaries to the format, outfits like Criterion, Arrow, and Kino Lorber have yet to make an appearance. Hopefully, time will be on fan's sides as there are a number of great titles we'd be overjoyed to see get beautiful 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray and/or streaming releases. To determine each studio's success rate as objectively as possible, we're applying a simple point system per category: Selection -- Total number of discs availableDeep Catalog -- Films made before the year 2000Video Quality -- HDR10-only vs Dolby Vision/HDR10+ & 2K DI vs 4K DIAudio Quality -- Dolby Atmos/DTS:X availability vs legacy formats4K Digital Copies & Streaming -- Do Digital Copies unlock 4K streaming or HD? And, are the studios' movies available to rent or buy in 4K? 5 points per category -- with 5 representing perfection and 0 indicating abject failure -- for a total score out of 25. Here's what we found, ranking the studios from worst to first: Disney -- 12.5/25 Selection: 1/5 (14 titles available or slated for 2018)Deep Catalogue: 0/5Video Quality: 4/5Audio Quality: 3.5/54K Digital Copies & Streaming: 4/5 Disney has never been an "early adopter." Since the days of VHS, the Mouse House has been slow to the home video show, but that's largely by design. Nothing quite builds anticipation and demand like withholding it from the public. By the same token, that also fosters high expectations that may not be met. And expectations are high for the studio that owns one of the most in-demand catalogs of kids' films as well as Marvel Studios, Pixar, Lucasfilm, and (very likely) 20th Century Fox's expansive library. To Disney's credit, after a slow start, they're committed to 4K and are bringing out the big recent theatrical releases with beautiful transfers with full support for Dolby Vision HDR (in addition to HDR10). However, there have been a few bumps in the road. While Disney includes immersive Dolby Atmos audio on their 4K releases, when you listen to movies like Star Wars: The Last Jedi, Thor: Ragnarok, and Black Panther, they sound softer and less dynamic that tracks from other studios' tentpole movies. [EDITOR'S NOTE: HDD has officially reached out to Disney three weeks ago to see if there is a specific intent behind their audio-design methodology, and have yet to hear back.] Ultimately, you can crank your audio up to and past reference-level volumes to enjoy these tracks, but many of our readers remain dissatisfied. Disney DVDs and Blu-rays were once go-to demo discs and we'd love to see them return to those days. We'd also love to see more Disney deep catalog titles. To say there are a few fan favorites (animated or otherwise) deserving the 4K treatment is a bit of a dramatic understatement. That said, Disney has started dipping into newer catalog movies, slating The Incredibles for 4K UHD Blu-ray this June, and The Avengers and Avengers: Age of Ultron rumored for later this summer. Hopefully, we'll be seeing more of their animated and live action movies in 4K. On the streaming front, their initial run with Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 started out rough with only some fans being able to redeem the digital copy in full 4K, but that problem largely ironed itself out when Disney launched Movies Anywhere in collaboration with other major studios. All of the more recent Digital Copies we've unlocked have included access to 4K streaming. That said, Disney films are still not available in 4K on iTunes. Lionsgate -- 13/25 Selection: 4/5 (58 titles available or slated for 2018 release)Deep Catalogue: 0/5Video Quality 3.5/5Audio Quality 4.5/54K Digital Copies: 1/5 Lionsgate was another early supporter of 4K UHD Blu-ray and launched an aggressive volley of fan-favorite releases. They were quick to upgrade their titles with fresh new Dolby Atmos audio tracks and have become a major supporter of Dolby Vision in addition to the HDR10 base WCG. From titles like John Wick to Power Rangers, Lionsgate's selection have been terrific highlights for what the format is capable of. While Lionsgate is pretty good about bringing out their heavy hitters to 4K Ultra-HD Blu-ray, they're not perfect. A number of releases they could easily showcase here in the U.S. end up being handled by Studio Canal in European markets. Thankfully 4K UHD is a region free format and titles like Early Man can be imported, but that's an extra (and potentially expensive) hassle fans shouldn't have to endure. But, at least they are available and that's what's important. Like for Hell or High Water, late is better than never, but a day and date release would be beneficial for all involved. (BTW, where the heck is the 4K UHD Blu-ray for Wind River?) Unfortunately, as of right now, their deep catalog is a nonstarter. With the Miramax archive under their control, among other titles, there is a huge selection of great films deserving of a 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray upgrade. Rumor has it they're currently prepping the Rambo films for later this year, so it looks like this drought is almost over. On the streaming front, Lionsgate has been hit and miss. Early titles redeemed in 4K via Vudu, but then those titles were no longer available to stream in 4K and folks who purchased those discs later couldn't redeem them in 4K, so their policy has been a confusing mess. However, in the last couple weeks, fans have noticed that a few titles that would previously redeem only in HDX on providers like Vudu are now opening up in 4K. Hopefully, this trend continues and fans will be able to enjoy their 4K flicks on the go as more and more portable devices start to support HDR and Dolby Vision playback. It would also help matters if they would join Movies Anywhere and allow their streaming copies to be redeemed across all platforms - and in 4K. 20th Century Fox -- 13.5/25 Selection: 4/5 (57 titles available or slated for 2018 release)Deep Catalogue: 1/5Video Quality: 3/5Audio Quality: 4/54K Digital Copies & Streaming: 1.5/5 20th Century Fox was an early 4K supporter and has offered up an impressive lineup of new releases and films from the last decade or so. There are more than a few fan favorites in the bunch that showcase the benefits of 2160p, HDR10 with wide color gamut, and Dolby Atmos & DTS:X audio tracks. However, there are a few knocks we have to grade. Fist, the deep catalog is a little lackluster with only two titles -- Independence Day and most recently, Die Hard. While these are great releases and we love having them on 4K UHD Blu-ray, we'd love to see some more deep catalog titles like X-Men, Speed, or any of the original Alien films, not to mention big grand spectacle films like The Sound of Music. At least Predator is speculated to arrive around the forthcoming release of The Predator. Further, while Fox has started producing some native 4K content, many Fox movies are still finished in 2K and then upscaled for 4K theatrical and home video releases. To be clear, native resolution isn't the end-all-be-all when one is dealing with professional-grade masters -- we would argue that color, brightness, & contrast are more important -- but every little bit helps by the time we experience the consumer-grade final product. We also think it's a shame that Fox has limited itself to HDR10 thus far. 4K with HDR10 is definitely a step up over SDR Blu-rays, but HDR10 can be less consistent across various TVs than Dolby Vision or HDR10+. The good news is that Fox has announced support for HDR10+, although no specific movies have been released with this capability. The bad news is that Fox only releases Dolby Vision movies theatrically. Lastly, we'd love to see Fox update their Digital Copy policy for the 4K era. While you can buy & rent Fox movies in 4K with HDR in places like iTunes and FandangoNOW, Fox has, thus far, only included HD Digital Copies in its 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray sets. In this regard, they are the worst studio for 4K enthusiasts who enjoy having both 4K physical media and streaming rights. Paramount -- 19.5/25 Selection 3.5/5 (48 titles available or slated for 2018)Deep Catalogue: 4/5Video Quality: 4/5Audio Quality: 4/54K Digital Copies: 4/5 Paramount was slow to jump into 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray, but in the last few months, they've ramped up support and are quickly becoming one of our favorite studios (especially impressive after the Saphire Series Blu-ray QC problems from a decade ago). With 48 titles either available or expected for release in 2018, most of their releases include Dolby Vision (in addition to HDR10) as well as Dolby Atmos & DTS:X. If they had as many titles available as Warners or Universal, Paramount could have taken top spot on this list. In addition to day-and-date new releases, Paramount's deep catalog is shining brightest here. Gladiator, Braveheart, Forrest Gump, Tomb Raider, Grease, all of the Mission: Impossible films coming in June and with all of the Jack Ryan films due this fall on 4K Ultra HD, Paramount is playing an aggressive and impressive game of catchup with some fan favorites that are turning into must-own releases. In the video department, in addition to Dolby Vision, the studio has done a terrific job scanning original film elements for true 4K masters (and the results are terrific). That said, and although we see definite improvements over the previous Blu-rays, their newer releases and catalog titles likely come from 2K DIs. Similarly, while some releases -- the impending Mission: Impossible releases -- will retain their original audio mixes, most Paramount movies include new Dolby Atmos and DTS:X offerings that are a joy to experience. On the streaming side of things, the only thing they could do better is to jump into the Movies Anywhere fold and allow their titles to port over multiple services, but that's only a small complaint considering Paramount Digital Copies unlock 4K streaming rights on providers like Vudu and iTunes. Sony -- 20.5/25 Selection: 4.5/5 (69 titles available or slated for 2018 release)Deep Catalogue: 4/5Video Quality: 4/5Audio Quality: 4.5/54K Digital Copies: 3.5/5 With the second-largest selection of titles so far, Sony has not only brought out its big guns with major franchise features like Spider-Man and Men in Black, but they've gone to the deep well for their catalogue releases with Close Encounters of the Third Kind and The Bridge on the River Kwai in addition to a huge number of films made throughout the 1990s. While they've been comfortable with giving their deep catalog titles the basic HDR10 improvements, they're still highlights of what the format can bring to home video - especially if the title in question was mastered from a restored film negative rather than a 2K Digital Intermediate. Additionally, a movie like Billy Lynn's Long Halftime Walk was released in full 4K/60fps as it was shown in some limited theatrical screenings. High Frame Rate was never popular, but it's nice to see a studio attempting to showcase the film in a condition that is as close to the director's original intent as possible. On the video front, while Sony tops our list of studios mastering from true 4K sources and they've utilized Dolby Vision for releases like Spider-Man: Homecoming and The Dark Tower, they seem to be very picky-choosey about which titles get the full deployment of Dolby Vision and instead fall back on basic HDR10 as simply being "good enough." Conversely, Sony's audio department is doing a bang-up job, with everything from deep catalog to newer titles, all enjoying good-to-excellent new Dolby Atmos mixes. As far as streaming support goes, Sony at least offers a 4K streaming option through their own proprietary streaming service supported their own smart TVs, 4K UHD players, and PS4 Pro units. A few titles like the original Jumanji have trickled down to full 4K UHD streaming on Vudu, and even more of their movies are available in 4K via iTunes, but the included Digital Copy codes only unlock HD streaming rights outside the Sony ecosystem. (UPDATE) As some of our readers recently pointed out, some Sony 4K codes that were redeemed through Movies Anywhere like the classic Spider-Man films and The Amazing Spider-Man films are now redeeming with full 4K access. As of right now, we don't know if codes that had already been redeemed will automatically upgrade, but we'll be digging into this and hopefully, we will be able to clarify this point further. Warner Bros. -- 21.5/25 Selection: 4.5/5 (68 titles available or slated for 2018)Deep Catalogue: 3.5/5Video Quality: 4/5Audio Quality: 4.5/54K Digital Copies & Streaming: 5/5 Warner Bros. dove into 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray faster and with more gusto than every other studio in town. Each of their releases sports a healthy audio mix, Dolby Atmos or at the very least an improved lossless track, their video transfers are par for the course of better, and with their HBO catalogue, they're the first to bring a television show to 4K Ultra HD with Dolby Vision for their release of Westworld and the upcoming release for Season One of Game of Thrones. They're also big on streaming offering up a massive selection of titles that redeem 4K copies on Vudu with Dolby Vision. They're also one of the few remaining studios to also include, or at least offer through a retailer exclusive, an included 3D Blu-ray copy for releases like Kong and the upcoming release of Ready Player One. While we can't really fault them for their selection, we do have to make note of some odd omissions. Where are The Conjuring films? Or genre films in general? Granted, IT was given a terrific release but, industry-wide, it's difficult to not point out how horror films are virtually being ignored on the format NS Warner Brothers has more than a few fan favorites deserving a due upgrade. Hopefully, that changes soon. We'd also love to see Warners be more consistent with their Dolby Vision support (FYI, they've also announced support for HDR10+), but they seem to be doing a better job with dynamic metadata HDR with each passing month (and almost always include it for streaming, even of older catalog titles). Indeed, Warner Bros. is doing a fine job bringing some great deep catalog titles to the format with excellent releases of Unforgiven, Blade Runner, and The Matrix with an anticipated turn for 2001: A Space Odyssey later this fall. However, the price point is a bit sticky for these big deep catalog releases. The MSRP for these titles skews towards the $40-$45 range with retailers offering little, if any, initial discount, forcing fans who would normally preorder or purchase the title on release day instead are opting to wait for discount options or a random flash sale. Universal -- 22/25 Selection: 5/5 (75 titles available or slated for 2018)Deep Catalogue: 4/5Video Quality: 3.5/5Audio Quality: 4.5/54K Digital Copies: 5/5 If you're going to a store or browse online for 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray flicks to purchase, you're going to see a lot of Universal titles. With 75 titles available or in the pipeline for 2018, they're leaving the other major studios behind. While some of their titles could use better masters or full-on restorations, Universal's combination of Dolby Vision HDR grading, Dolby Atmos & DTS:X availability, and consistent 4K Digital Copy support, make them an overall 4K trendsetter. On top of their technical achievements, Universal has also run an impressive swath of deep catalog titles featuring Apollo 13, The Mummy Trilogy, E.T. and most recently the Jurassic Park: 25th Anniversary Collection. Fan favorites, such as The Dear Hunter and The Big Lebowski, are also rumored to be on the way - they're starting to give Paramount a run for their money. Hopefully, we don't have to wait too long for Jaws to make a splash on 4K! Like the other studios who finished their films with 2K Digital Intermediates, some of their first offerings didn't immediately showcase an uptick in detail, but their recent releases have shown dramatic improvement. However, one of the common complaints with HDR10 is the simplistic "set and forget it" contrast and black levels, while color can be tweaked a bit high. Thankfully, Universal is opting for more Dolby Vision releases of late. Similarly to Lionsgate, Universal are less consistent with their day-and-date 4K offerings, releasing 4K Blu-rays after their standard Blu-ray siblings. Granted, Phantom Thread was worth the month's wait, but we're still sitting on Darkest Hour and a couple other prestige awards-season releases that deserve to be seen under the best circumstances possible. Final Thoughts When looking at the major studios, Universal is leading the pack with a powerful slate of new and deep catalog releases while Warner Brothers, Lionsgate, Sony, and Paramount have made terrific showings with their continued showcase of new releases as well as bringing out the big fan favorites. As much as we'd love to see more from Disney, at least they're on the scorecard and looking to make big strides in the coming months. Obviously, 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray is a relatively new format that is still working out some growing pains. However, it's great to see studios commit to presenting their films to the home video market with the best audio and visual presentations possible. Unlike SDR Blu-ray, 4K UHD hasn't had to deal with a tiresome format war that divided early adopters, pretty much everyone was and remains on the same page with disc specs and the HDR10 standard. While some studios may not be on board with Dolby Vision and are considering the upcoming HDR10+ option as an alternative, as a whole the format is very healthy and continues to improve with each major new film to hit the market and the increasing number of deep catalog classics. Here's hoping we don't have to wait too long for some of our very favorite films to get the 4K treatment they deserve! We're chomping at the bit for Indiana Jones, the original Star Wars films, classic James Bond movies, more Kubrick titles, and many other greats that would benefit from the latest and greatest in home video technology.Posted Thu May 31, 2018 at 01:01 PM PDT by: -
'Bad Boys 1 & 2 Collection' Bound for 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray[teaser]The Michael Bay double feature will hit 4K Blu-ray in September.[/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Sony is prepping Bad Boys 1 & 2 Collection for 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray on September 4. Bad Boys - From director Michael Bay (Transformers) comes a thrill ride of explosive action from beginning to end. One hundred million dollars’ worth of confiscated drugs has just been jacked from police custody. Once the career bust of Detectives Mike Lowrey (Will Smith) and Marcus Burnett (Martin Lawrence), the missing drugs now threaten to shut down the Narcotics Division of the Miami Police Department. When the drug investigation turns deadly, the murderers kidnap the only witness, a beautiful police informant (Téa Leoni) and close friend of the boys. The story is by George Gallo, with the screenplay by Michael Barrie & Jim Mulholland and Doug Richardson. Bad Boys II - Hang on for maximum mayhem, full-on fun and the wildest chase scenes ever put on film! The action and comedy never stop when superstars Martin Lawrence and Will Smith reunite as out-of-control trash-talking buddy cops. Bullets fly, cars crash, and laughs explode as they pursue a whacked-out drug lord from the streets of Miami to the barrios of Cuba. But the real fireworks result when Lawrence discovers that playboy Smith is secretly romancing his sexy sister, Gabrielle Union (Bring It On). Director Michael Bay (Transformers) and producer Jerry Bruckheimer (The Pirates of the Caribbean) deliver a high-speed, high-octane blockbuster that will blow you away! The story is by Marianne Wibberley & Cormac Wibberley and Ron Shelton, with the screenplay by Ron Shelton and Jerry Stahl. Both films will be presented on 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray in 2160p with HDR10 and Dolby Atmos audio. Blu-ray copies of each film will be part of the package as well with all previously released bonus content, including: - Commentary by Director Michael Bay - Bad Boys- "The Boom and The Bang of Bad Boys" Featurette - Bad Boys- Three Music Videos - Bad Boys- Original Theatrical Trailers - Bad Boys- Deleted Scenes - Bad Boys II- Production Diaries - Bad Boys II- Stunts and Visual Effects Featurette - Bad Boys II- Jay Z "La-la-la" Music Video - Bad Boys II- Sequence Breakdowns - Bad Boys II- Original Theatrical Trailers - Bad Boys II You can find the latest specs for Bad Boys 1 & 2 Collection linked from our 4K Release Schedule, where it is indexed under September 4.Posted Tue May 29, 2018 at 01:30 PM PDT by: -
'Rampage' Bound for 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray, Blu-ray, & Blu-ray 3D (UPDATE: Release Date and Specs Added)[teaser]The action flick starring Dwayne Johnson will be unleashed on 4K Blu-ray later this year.[/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Warner Bros. is prepping Rampage for 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray, Blu-ray, and Blu-ray 3D. All three home video releases will be available in stores on July 17, with digital downloads available on June 26. In 1993, a breakthrough new technology gave scientists a path to treat incurable diseases through genetic editing. In 2016, due to its potential for misuse, the U.S. Intelligence Community designated genetic editing a “Weapon of Mass Destruction and Proliferation.” Johnson stars as primatologist Davis Okoye, a man who keeps people at a distance but shares an unshakable bond with George, the extraordinarily intelligent, incredibly rare albino silverback gorilla who has been in his care since he rescued the young orphan from poachers. But a rogue genetic experiment gone awry mutates this gentle ape into a raging creature of enormous size. To make matters worse, it’s soon discovered there are other similarly altered animals. As these newly created super creatures tear across North America, destroying everything in their path, Okoye teams with discredited geneticist Kate Caldwell (Naomie Harris) to secure an antidote, fighting his way through an ever-changing battlefield, not only to halt a global catastrophe but to save the fearsome creature that was once his friend. The Rampage creatures were brought to life by acclaimed VFX supervisor Colin Strause, with five-time Academy Award-winning visual effects company Weta Digital. Both the 3D and 4K releases will feature a Dolby Atmos soundtrack and the 4K UHD will also feature Dolby Vision HDR. Supplements include: - Not A Game Anymore - From arcade sensation to movie monster epic, we explore how the Midway video game inspired the filmmakers to create the ultimate disaster film.- Gag Reel - Hilarious outtakes and mishaps captured during production.- Deleted Scenes - Deleted scenes that barely missed the final theatrical cut.- Rampage - Actors in Action: Strap in for a wild ride as Dwayne Johnson, Joe Manganiello and the cast prepare for the film’s demanding stunts and explosive set pieces.- Trio of Destruction - Follow the innovative design team and the artists at Weta Digital as they bring to life the biggest and baddest monsters for the film’s climactic battle royal.- Attack on Chicago - Director Brad Peyton reveals the challenges of filming on-location in Chicago and turning digital destruction into a cinematic reality. - Bringing George to Life - Discover the wonder of what it’s like to be a gorilla, as movement coordinator Terry Notary teaches actor Jason Liles how to move, behave and become “George." You can find the latest specs for Rampage linked from our Blu-ray and 4K Release Schedules, where it is indexed under July 17. Order the 4K Blu-ray Order the Blu-ray Order the Blu-ray 3DPosted Tue May 29, 2018 at 12:24 PM PDT by: -
Redbox Begins Renting 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Titles at Select Kiosks[teaser]Kiosks in six test markets now offer 4K Blu-ray rentals.[/teaser] Redbox has announced the launch of 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray disc rentals at select locations. 4K discs are now rolling out to more than 2,500 kiosks in six test markets, including Los Angeles, Seattle, Austin, Detroit, Miami, and New York City. "This is a major move for Redbox as we focus on expanding consumer access to home entertainment options across price points and formats," said Galen Smith, CEO of Redbox. "As the popularity of 4K content increases and pricing of 4K hardware decreases, we're excited to offer the best viewing experience at the best price for 4K Blu-ray discs." 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray disc rentals cost $2.50 per night (regular Blu-rays run $2.00 per night). The initial lineup of available 4K titles includes Black Panther, The Commuter, The Matrix, and The Martian. More new releases and catalog titles are set to be added weekly, though the exact number of movies and copies will vary by kiosk. Online reservations are not yet available for 4K discs, but Ultra HD Blu-ray rentals can be returned to any Redbox location. "Redbox has a history of supporting consumer adoption of new technologies and elevating the quality of the viewing experience," said Ash Eldifrawi, chief marketing and customer experience officer at Redbox. "Our nightly rental model makes the ultimate viewing experience a great deal that's more accessible to consumers." Beyond the 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray test, Redbox also recently added Nintendo Switch video game rentals to kiosks in San Antonio, Portland, Seattle, Nashville, Denver, and Salt Lake City. Meanwhile, the company continues to be engaged in a heated legal battle with Disney over the sale of Disney digital copy codes through Redbox kiosks. The next hearing for the case is scheduled for June 4. Source: Redbox via PR Newswire, RedboxPosted Wed May 23, 2018 at 01:15 PM PDT by: -
'Ready Player One' 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray & Blu-ray Up for Pre-Order (UPDATE: Details & Release Date Added)[teaser]Viewers can enter the OASIS in 4K later this year.[/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Warner Bros. is prepping Ready Player One for 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray/Blu-ray Combo Pack and Blu-ray on July 24. In addition, a 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Best Buy Exclusive SteelBook and a Blu-ray Best Buy Exclusive SteelBook will also be available that same day. A separate Blu-ray 3D version is currently listed on Amazon as well, but the Warner Bros. press release makes no mention of this disc so it might be removed. In the year 2045, the real world is a harsh place. The only time Wade Watts (Tye Sheridan) truly feels alive is when he escapes to the OASIS, an immersive virtual universe where most of humanity spend their days. In the OASIS, you can go anywhere, do anything, be anyone—the only limits are your own imagination. The OASIS was created by the brilliant and eccentric James Halliday (Mark Rylance), who left his immense fortune and total control of the OASIS to the winner of a three-part contest he designed to find a worthy heir. When Wade conquers the first challenge of the reality-bending treasure hunt, he and his friends—known as the High Five—are hurled into a fantastical universe of discovery and danger to save the OASIS and their world. The 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray will feature 2160p video with Dolby Vision and HDR10, along with a Dolby Atmos soundtrack. The Blu-ray 3D disc will also include a Dolby Atmos soundtrack, but the press release does not confirm the audio used on the standard Blu-ray disc. Supplements will include: · Game Changer: Cracking the Code · Effects for a Brave New World · Level Up: Sound for the Future · High Score: Endgame · Ernie & Tye's Excellent Adventure · The '80’s: You’re The Inspiration Suggested list price for the Ultra HD Blu-ray/Blu-ray 3D Combo Pack is $44.95. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $35.99. You can find the latest specs for Ready Player One linked from our Blu-ray and 4K Release Schedules, where it is indexed under July 24. Order the 4K Blu-ray Order the Blu-ray Order the 4K SteelBook Order the SteelBookPosted Tue May 22, 2018 at 01:00 PM PDT by: -
'The Meg' Blu-ray and 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Up For Pre-Order[teaser]Jason Statham will be jumping the mega-shark when Jon Turteltaub's latest action-thriller swims to both formats in 2018. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Warner Brothers says 'The Meg' will be available on Blu-ray and 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray later this year. When a submersible lies disabled at the bottom of the Mariana Trench, an expert deep sea diver is forced to confront his fears and risk everything on a single question: Could the Carcharadon Megalodon - the largest marine predator that ever existed - still be alive and on the hunt? Specs and supplements and a release date have yet to be revealed. You can find the latest specs for The Meg linked from our Blu-ray and 4K Release Schedules, where it is indexed under PENDING. Order the Blu-ray Order the 4K Blu-rayPosted Tue May 22, 2018 at 09:47 AM PDT by: -
'Avengers: Infinity War' 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray and Blu-ray Up for Pre-Order! (UPDATE: Release Date Announced)[teaser]The Avengers will assemble in 4K HDR and HD later this year.[/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Disney is prepping Avengers: Infinity War for 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray and Blu-ray. UPDATE: The release date according to slashfilm.com is August 14. In addition, a 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Best Buy Exclusive SteelBook, a 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Target Exclusive, a 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Target Exclusive with Funko Pop Figure, and a Blu-ray Target Exclusive with Funko Pop Figure will all be available as well. As the Avengers and their allies have continued to protect the world from threats too large for any one hero to handle, a new danger has emerged from the cosmic shadows: Thanos. A despot of intergalactic infamy, his goal is to collect all six Infinity Stones, artifacts of unimaginable power, and use them to inflict his twisted will on all of reality. Everything the Avengers have fought for has led up to this moment - the fate of Earth and existence itself has never been more uncertain. Exact specs and supplements have not been detailed yet. You can find the latest specs for Avengers: Infinity War linked from our Blu-ray and 4K Release Schedules, where it is indexed under August 14. Order the 4K Blu-ray Order the 4K Blu-ray Order the Blu-rayPosted Mon May 21, 2018 at 02:13 PM PDT by:
