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'Terminator: Genisys' Announced for 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray - UPDATE: Details Added[teaser]Arnold will be back on 4K Blu-ray in June.[/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Paramount is prepping Terminator: Genisys for 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray on June 12. When John Connor (Jason Clarke), leader of the human resistance, sends Sgt. Kyle Reese (Jai Courtney) back to 1984 to protect Sarah Connor (Emilia Clarke) and safeguard the future, an unexpected turn of events creates a fractured timeline. Now, Sgt. Reese finds himself in a new and unfamiliar version of the past, where he is faced with unlikely allies, including the Guardian (Arnold Schwarzenegger), dangerous new enemies, and an unexpected new mission: To reset the future... The 4K UHD release will feature HDR10 video and Dolby Atmos audio and supplements include: Reset the Future: Constructing Terminator Genisys and Battle on the Bridge: Multi-Angle Scene Breakdown. Suggested list price for the 4K Ultra HD/Blu-ray/Digital Copy combo pack is $31.99. You can find the latest specs for Terminator: Genisys linked from our 4K Release Schedule, where it is indexed under June 12. Order the 4K Blu-rayPosted Wed Apr 11, 2018 at 08:34 AM PDT by: -
Marvel's 'Black Panther' Announced and Detailed for 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray and Blu-ray! - UPDATE: SteelBooks Added![teaser]Wakanda invades home video on both formats this May. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Disney and Marvel Entertainment says Black Panther will be available on Blu-ray and 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray (including Dolby Vision + HDR10) on May 15, while the digital version arrives a week earlier on May 8. SteelBook fans can also find exclusive Blu-rays and 4K UHDs only at Best Buy. The global cultural phenomenon of Black Panther has dominated the box office charts emerging as the third biggest movie of all time domestically with over $665 million – the first film in eight years to spend five weeks at No. 1 – and rising to the global top 10 of all time with over $1.3 billion. In the acclaimed film, T’Challa returns home to the hidden high-tech African nation of Wakanda to succeed to the throne and take his rightful place as king, following the death of his father. But when a man named Killmonger (Michael B. Jordan) appears, T’Challa’s mettle as king—and Black Panther—is tested when he’s drawn into a formidable conflict that puts the fate of Wakanda and the entire world at risk. Pitted against his own family, the king must rally his allies and release the full power of Black Panther to defeat his foes and embrace his future as an Avenger. The film features a fierce group of Wakandan women, including Nakia (Academy Award® winner Lupita Nyong’o), a War Dog and Wakandan spy; Shuri (Letitia Wright), T’Challa’s little sister and tech wizard; and the Dora Milaje, the all-female Wakandan Special Forces led by Okoye (Danai Gurira). They team up with reluctant ally CIA agent Everett K. Ross (Martin Freeman) to help T’Challa defend Wakanda against the forces threatening to destroy it. The extraordinary ensemble cast of “Black Panther” also includes veteran actors such as Academy Award® nominee Angela Bassett as Ramonda, T’Challa and Shuri’s mother; Academy Award® winner Forest Whitaker as Zuri, the spiritual leader of Wakanda; and Andy Serkis as Ulysses Klaue, an illegal arms dealer; and standout performances by Academy Award® nominee Daniel Kaluuya as W’Kabi, Royal Counsel to T’Challa; Winston Duke as M’Baku, the formidable leader of the Jabari tribe; and Emmy® Award-winner Sterling K. Brown as N’Jobu, a Wakandan War Dog. Each release will feature a lossless 7.1 soundtrack (Dolby Atmos on the 4K UHD) and supplements include: Never-before-seen extras feature commentary from director Ryan Coogler; deleted scenes; outtakes; and several making-of featurettes, which detail the Black Panther’s evolution, the remarkable women of Wakanda, the history of T’Challa’s proud nation, and the cosmic origin and technological applications of vibranium. Also included are a roundtable discussion with “Black Panther” filmmakers and writers; a featurette tracing the countless connections between heroes, characters and storylines within the Marvel Cinematic Universe; and an exclusive sneak peek at “Ant-Man and the Wasp.” Full supplements include: • Director’s Intro• From Page to Screen: A Roundtable Discussion - Delve into the film’s making• Crowning of a New King – Explore the world of “Black Panther” in all its color and complexity• The Warriors Within – Get to know Wakanda’s women and the actors who portray them• The Hidden Kingdom Revealed – Wakanda’s diverse people• Wakanda Revealed: Exploring the Technology• Deleted Scenes• Gag Reel• Exclusive Sneak Peek at “Ant-Man and The Wasp”• Marvel Studios the First Ten Years: Connecting the Universe• Director’s Commentary You can find the latest specs for Black Panther linked from our Blu-ray and 4K Release Schedules, where it is indexed under May 15. Order the Blu-ray Order the 4K Blu-ray Order the Blu-ray SteelBook Order the 4K SteelBookPosted Tue Apr 10, 2018 at 02:10 PM PDT by: -
'Game of Thrones: The Complete First Season' Announced for 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray[teaser]Winter is coming to 4K Blu-ray in June.[/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, HBO is prepping Game of Thrones: The Complete First Season for 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray on June 5. In a land where summers span decades and winters can last a lifetime, trouble is brewing. From the scheming south and the savage eastern lands, to the frozen north and the ancient Wall that protects the realm from the darkness beyond, powerful families are engaged in a deadly cat-and-mouse game for control of the Seven Kingdoms of Westeros. As betrayal, lust, intrigue and supernatural forces shake the four corners of the Kingdoms, their bloody struggle for the Iron Throne will have unforeseen and far-reaching consequences. Winter is coming. Let the Game of Thrones begin. The Ultra HD Blu-ray will feature 2160p video with Dolby Vision and HDR10, along with a Dolby Atmos soundtrack. Access to a Digital HD copy (not 4K) of the season will also be offered, and supplements (all in HD) will include: - Animated Histories: Learn about the mythology of Westeros as told from the varying perspectives of the characters themselves.- Anatomy of an Episode - an in-episode experience that explores the creative minds and colossal efforts behind episode six, "A Golden Crown."- Cast Auditions: Watch rarely-seen footage of the cast auditioning for Game of Thrones- Making Game of Thrones -an exclusive 30-minute feature including never-before-seen footage from the set and interviews from the cast and crew.- Character Profiles - profiles of 15 major characters as described by the actors portraying them.- Creating the Show Open - an inside look at the creation of the Emmy-winning opening title sequence for Game of Thrones.- From the Book to the Screen - executive producers David Benioff and D.B. Weiss along with author George R.R. Martin talk about the challenges of bringing Martin's epic fantasy novel to life on HBO.- The Night's Watch - an in-depth look at the unique order of men who patrol and protect the Wall, a 700 foot ice structure that separates the Seven Kingdoms from the darkness beyond.- Creating the Dothraki Language - an insightful glance into the comprehensive language created for the Dothraki people in Game of Thrones.- Audio Commentaries - Seven audio commentaries with cast and crew including David Benioff, D.B. Weiss, George R.R. Martin, Emilia Clarke, Peter Dinklage, Kit Harington, Lena Headey, Mark Addy, Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, Maisie Williams, Sophie Turner, Isaac Hempstead Wright, Bryan Cogman, Harry Lloyd, Daniel Minahan and Alan Taylor. The current list price for the 4K Ultra HD/Digital HD Copy combo pack is $52.99 on Best Buy. You can find the latest specs for Game of Thrones: The Complete First Season linked from our 4K Release Schedule, where it is indexed under June 5. Order the 4K Blu-rayPosted Wed Apr 4, 2018 at 10:00 AM PDT by: -
'Peter Rabbit' 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray and Blu-ray Dated & Detailed[teaser]The family flick starring James Corden is hopping toward 4K Blu-ray in May.[/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Sony is prepping Peter Rabbit for 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray and Blu-ray on May 1. Peter Rabbit, the mischievous and adventurous hero who has captivated generations of readers, now takes on the starring role of his own irreverent, contemporary comedy with attitude. In the film, Peter's feud with Mr. McGregor (Domhnall Gleeson) escalates to greater heights than ever before as they rival for the affections of the warm-hearted animal lover who lives next door (Rose Byrne). James Corden voices the character of Peter with playful spirit and wild charm, with Margot Robbie, Elizabeth Debicki, and Daisy Ridley performing the voice roles of the triplets, Flopsy, Mopsy, and Cottontail. The 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray will feature 2160p HDR video and a Dolby Atmos soundtrack. Supplements will include: - "Flopsy Turvy" Mini Movie- Shake Your Cotton-Tail Dance Along- Mischief In The Making Suggested list price for the 4K Ultra HD/Blu-ray/Digital Copy combo pack is $38.99. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray/DVD/Digital Copy combo pack is $34.99. You can find the latest specs for Peter Rabbit linked from our Blu-ray and 4K Release Schedules, where it is indexed under May 1. Order the 4K Blu-ray Order the Blu-rayPosted Mon Apr 2, 2018 at 11:00 AM PDT by: -
Stanley Kubrick’s '2001: A Space Odyssey' Rumored for 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray (UPDATE: Release Date Postponed)[teaser]Director Stanley Kubrick's sci-fi masterpiece is coming to Ultra HD Blu-ray later this year.[/teaser] UPDATE 4/2/2018: Amazon has removed its previously available pre-order for May 8 and Warner Bros. has now confirmed a fall 2018 release for the Ultra HD Blu-ray. The 4K HDR home video release is being produced in collaboration with Christopher Nolan (The Dark Knight, Dunkirk). Likewise, Nolan is also involved in prepping a new "unrestored" 70mm print of the film for the 71st annual Cannes Film Festival on May 12. Per Warner, "The 70mm print was struck from new printing elements made from the original camera negative. This is a true photochemical film recreation. There are no digital tricks, remastered effects, or revisionist edits." Following the festival screening, 2001: A Space Odyssey will then return to select US theatres in 70mm beginning May 18, 2018. Source: Warner Bros. vis BusinessWire Previous Report: According to a report from The Digital Bits, Warner Bros. is prepping 2001: A Space Odyssey for 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray. 2001: A Space Odyssey spans from the dawn of man to its title year. Stone Age Earth: In the presence of a mysterious black obelisk, pre-humans discover the use of tools -- and weapons -- violently taking first steps toward intelligence. 1999: On Earth's moon astronauts uncover another mysterious black obelisk. 2001: Between Earth and Jupiter, the spacecraft's intelligent computer makes a mistake that kills most of the human crew -- then continues to kill to hide its error. Beyond Time: The sole survivor of the journey to Jupiter ascends to the next level of humanity. Technical specs and supplements have not been revealed yet. 2001: A Space Odyssey was first released in 1968 and comes from writer/director Stanley Kubrick and co-writer Arthur C. Clarke. The movie stars Keir Dullea, Gary Lockwood, William Sylvester, and Douglas Rain as the voice of the infamous HAL 9000 computer. A standard Blu-ray version of the film is currently available as a stand-alone disc or as part of the Stanley Kubrick Masterpiece Collection. Source: The Digital BitsPosted Mon Apr 2, 2018 at 08:30 AM PDT by: -
Eli Roth's 'Death Wish' Bound for 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray & Blu-ray[teaser]The action remake starring Bruce Willis will seek vengeance on 4K Blu-ray later this year.[/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, MGM has revealed plans to bring Death Wish (2018) to 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray and Blu-ray. An exact release date has not been announced yet, but pre-orders are now live. Dr. Paul Kersey (Bruce Willis) is a surgeon who only sees the aftermath of his city's violence as it's rushed into his ER -until his wife (Elisabeth Shue) and college-age daughter (Camila Morrone) are viciously attacked in their suburban home. With the police overloaded with crimes, Paul, burning for revenge, hunts for his family's assailants to deliver justice. As the anonymous slayings of criminals grabs the media's attention, the city wonders if this deadly avenger is a guardian angel...or a grim reaper. Fury and fate collide in the intense action-thriller Death Wish. Full specs have not been detailed yet, but the 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray will feature 2160p HDR video and the Blu-ray will feature 1080p video. Suggested list price for the 4K Ultra HD/Blu-ray/Digital Copy combo pack is $39.99. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray/DVD/Digital Copy combo pack is $34.99. You can find the latest specs for Death Wish linked from our Blu-ray and 4K Release Schedules, where it is indexed under PENDING. Order the 4K Blu-ray Order the Blu-rayPosted Fri Mar 30, 2018 at 06:00 AM PDT by: -
'Escape Plan' 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Dated & Detailed[teaser]Stallone and Schwarzenegger are teaming up on 4K Blu-ray in June.[/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Lionsgate is prepping Escape Plan for 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray on June 5. One of the world’s foremost authorities on structural security agrees to take on one last job: breaking out of an ultra-secret, high-tech facility called “The Tomb.” Deceived and wrongfully imprisoned, Ray Breslin (Sylvester Stallone) must recruit fellow inmate Emil Rottmayer (Arnold Schwarzenegger) to help devise a daring, nearly impossible plan to escape from the most protected and fortified prison ever built. Escape Plan is the first pairing of action legends Sylvester Stallone and Arnold Schwarzenegger in leading roles, and costars Jim Caviezel, Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson, Vinnie Jones, with Vincent D’Onofrio, and Amy Ryan. The 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray will feature 2160p video with Dolby Vision and HDR10, along with a Dolby Atmos soundtrack. Supplements will include: - Audio commentary with director Mikael Håfström and co-writer Miles Chapman- "Executing the Plan: The Making of Escape Plan" Featurette- "Maximum Security: The Real-Life Tomb" Featurette- "Clash of the Titans" Featurette- Deleted Scenes Suggested list price for the 4K Ultra HD/Blu-ray/Digital Copy combo pack is $22.99. You can find the latest specs for Escape Plan linked from our 4K Release Schedule, where it is indexed under June 5. Order the 4K Blu-rayPosted Thu Mar 29, 2018 at 01:45 PM PDT by: -
'Pacific Rim: Uprising' 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray, Blu-ray, and Blu-ray 3D Up for Pre-Order[teaser]The sequel to Guillermo del Toro's 2013 sci-fi flick is drifting toward Blu-ray later this year.[/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Universal is prepping Pacific Rim: Uprising for 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray, Blu-ray, and Blu-ray 3D. An exact release date has not been announced yet, but the discs are now available for pre-order. John Boyega (Star Wars: The Force Awakens) stars as the rebellious Jake Pentecost, a once-promising Jaeger pilot whose legendary father gave his life to secure humanity’s victory against the monstrous "Kaiju." Jake has since abandoned his training only to become caught up in a criminal underworld. But when an even more unstoppable threat is unleashed to tear through our cities and bring the world to its knees, he is given one last chance to live up to his father’s legacy by his estranged sister, Mako Mori (Rinko Kikuchi)—who is leading a brave new generation of pilots that have grown up in the shadow of war. As they seek justice for the fallen, their only hope is to unite together in a global uprising against the forces of extinction. Jake is joined by gifted rival pilot Lambert (The Fate of the Furious' Scott Eastwood) and 15-year-old Jaeger hacker Amara (newcomer Cailee Spaeny), as the heroes of the PPDC become the only family he has left. Rising up to become the most powerful defense force to ever walk the earth, they will set course for a spectacular all-new adventure on a towering scale. Exact specs and supplements have not been detailed yet, but the Blu-ray will feature 1080p video and the Ultra HD Blu-ray will feature 2160p video. Suggested list price for the Ultra HD Blu-ray is $37.98. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $34.98. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray 3D is $37.98. You can find the latest specs for Pacific Rim: Uprising linked from our Blu-ray and 4K Release Schedules, where it is indexed under PENDING. Order the 4K Blu-ray Order the Blu-ray Order the Blu-ray 3DPosted Wed Mar 28, 2018 at 12:25 PM PDT by: -
Paul Thomas Anderson's 'Phantom Thread' Announced for 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray[teaser]The film nominated for six Academy Awards including Best Picture, Best Actor, Best Director and Best Costume Design arrives on 4K UHD Blu-ray in May. [/teaser] Universal is set to release 'Phantom Thread' on 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray on May 8. Daniel Day-Lewis (There Will Be Blood, Lincoln) mesmerizes in his role as the obsessed but elegant couture designer and is joined by Academy Award® nominee Lesley Manville (Maleficent, Another Year) and Vicky Krieps (Hanna, The Colony) in this "ravishingly beautiful" (NY Times) film. Written and directed by Paul Thomas Anderson (There Will Be Blood, Boogie Nights), Phantom Thread is set in the glamour of 1950's post-war London. Renowned dressmaker Reynolds Woodcock (Day-Lewis) and his sister Cyril (Manville) are at the center of British fashion, dressing royalty, movie stars, heiresses, socialites, debutants and dames with the distinct style of The House of Woodcock. Women come and go through Woodcock's life, providing the confirmed bachelor with inspiration and comfort, until he comes across a young, strong-willed woman, Alma (Vicky Krieps), who soon becomes a fixture in his life as his muse and lover. The release will feature a DTS:X soundtrack and supplements include: Behind the Scenes Photographs - Photographs from the film by Michael Bauman with demo versions of Jonny Greenwood's score; Camera Tests - With audio commentary by Paul Thomas Anderson; For the Hungry Boy -A collection of deleted scenes. Music by Jonny Greenwood; and House of Woodcock Fashion Show - Fashion Show narrated by Adam Buxton. You can find the latest specs for Phantom Thread linked from our 4K UHD Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under May 8.Posted Wed Mar 21, 2018 at 09:35 AM PDT by: -
'Maze Runner: The Death Cure' Blu-ray and 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Dated & Detailed (UPDATED)[teaser]The science fiction thriller is now available for pre-order on both formats at Amazon. [/teaser] As previously reported, 20th Century Fox says 'Maze Runner: The Death Cure' will be available on Blu-ray and 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray later this year, and now the date has been set for April 24. In the epic finale to The Maze Runner Saga, Thomas leads his group of escaped Gladers on their final and most dangerous mission yet. To save their friends, they must break into the legendary last city, a WCKD controlled labyrinth that may turn out to be the deadliest maze of all. Anyone who makes it out alive will get the answers to the questions the Gladers have been asking since they first arrived in the maze. Will Thomas and the crew make it out alive? Or will Ava Paige get her way? The releases will feature a lossless 7.1 soundtrack (Dolby Atmos on the 4K) and supplement include: Deleted and Extended Scenes with Optional Audio Commentary by Wes Ball, T.S. Nowlin, and Joe Hartwick Jr.; 4 Featurettes: The Final Run" , "Dystopia", "Allies Reunited", "A Look Back", "Going Out on Top"; Gag Reel; Visual Effects with Optional Commentary; and Audio Commentary by Wes Ball, T.S. Nowlin and Joe Hartwick Jr. Plus both editions will include an exclusive 24-page prequel origins comic book written by screenwriter T.S. Nowlin. You can find the latest specs for Maze Runner: The Death Cure linked from our Blu-ray and 4K Release Schedules, where it is indexed under April 24. Order the Blu-ray Order the 4K Blu-rayPosted Wed Mar 14, 2018 at 10:26 AM PDT by:
