IT: Welcome to Derry first season gets 4K and Blu-ray

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Blu-ray cover of 'It: Welcome to Derry' featuring a clown holding a red balloon in a dark, eerie setting.
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The HBO original “IT: Welcome to Derry – The Complete First Season” will be released to 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook and Blu-ray on May 5th via Warner Bros. Discovery Home Entertainment. The show, based on the novel “IT” by Stephen King, was developed for TV by Jason Fuchs, Andy Muschietti, and Barbara Muschietti. It stars Taylour Paige, Stephen Rider, Matilda Lawler, Amanda Christine, Clara Stack, Jack Molloy Legault, Jack Molloy Legault, James Remar, Jovan Adepo, and Bill Skarsgård.

The tech specs for the 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook include a 2160p video presentation in a 1.78:1 aspect ratio with Dolby Vision (HDR10 compatible) and Dolby Atmos sound, spanning across a 4-disc set. The tech specs for the Blu-ray include a 1080p HD video presentation in a 1.78:1 aspect ratio and Dolby Atmos sound, which spans across a 4-disc set.

The 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook and Blu-ray are each now available for preorder at Amazon. Also, you can find the Blu-ray available for preorder at GRUV. Yet, the 4K SteelBook is currently sold out there. The 4K SteelBook will include 6 collectible “1962 Derry themed” postcards (pictured below).

4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook edition of 'IT: Welcome to Derry' featuring collectible artcards and disc showcases.

The following bonus materials are included with the 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook and Blu-ray.

  • Inside Derry – (3) extended behind-the-episode featurettes 
  • Fear the Other – Bonus featurette that explores the societal dynamics of 1962 Derry, Jim Crow, the Red Scare, and the government trespassing on indigenous lands that wreak terror in this tiny New England town.

The Return of the Pink Panther gets a 4K in March

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DVD cover for 'The Return of the Pink Panther' featuring cartoon images of characters and the Pink Panther, with credits for Peter Sellers, Christopher Plummer, Catherine Schell, and Herbert Lom.
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The 1975 sequel “The Return of the Pink Panther“ is coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray on March 3rd via KL Studio Classics [Kino Lorber]. Blake Edwards directed and co-wrote the film, which starred Peter Sellers. It co-starred Christopher Plummer, Catherine Schell, Herbert Lom, Burt Kwouk, Graham Stark, and Peter Arne.

The movie has received a 4K scan of the original 35mm camera negative. The tech specs for the 4K UHD Blu-ray release include a 2160p video presentation in a 2.35:1 aspect ratio with Dolby Vision (HDR10 compatible) with lossless sound, on a BD-100 disc. The audio should be the original Mono, most likely in a 2-channel container. The 2-disc release will come as a “combo pack” with its Blu-ray Disc counterpart included.

The 4K UHD Blu-ray is not yet available for preorder at Amazon, but stay tuned for an update. In the meantime, though, you can preorder directly via Kino Lorber’s website. The bonus materials included with the release are listed below, sorted by disc.

Disc 1 (4K UHD Blu-ray):

  • Audio commentary by Jason Simos of The Peter Sellers Appreciation Society

Disc 2 (Blu-ray):

  • Audio commentary by Jason Simos of The Peter Sellers Appreciation Society
  • A Bit of Passion and Lots of Laughs with Catherine Schell: Featurette (21:48)
  • Production Designer Peter Mullins on Making the Pink Panthers: Featurette (28:03)
  • The Return to Laughter: 1975 Featurette (8:21)
  • Three Theatrical Trailers (6:09)
  • Four TV Spots (3:25)
  • Four Radio Spots (2:29)

NOTE: A Special Edition Blu-ray will be released on February 3rd, and can be preordered directly as well.

The Running Man [2025] is coming to 4K in March

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Movie poster for 'The Running Man' featuring Glen Powell and other characters in action against a vibrant cityscape background.
Movie poster for 'The Running Man' featuring Glen Powell, with a red background and action elements including guns.
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The 2025 film adaptation of “The Running Man” is coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray and 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook on March 3rd via Paramount. Edgar Wright co-wrote [the adaptation] and directed the film, based on the novel by Stephen King. It stars Glen Powell, Josh Brolin, Colman Domingo, and Lee Pace. It also co-stars William H. Macy, Michael Cera, Sean Hayes, Katy O’Brian, and Martin Herlihy.

The tech specs for the 4K UHD Blu-ray include a 2160p video presentation in a 2.39:1 aspect ratio with Dolby Vision (HDR10 compatible) high dynamic range and Dolby Atmos sound. The tech specs for the Blu-ray include a 1080p HD video presentation in a 2.39:1 aspect ratio and Dolby Atmos sound.

Each release will come as a 2-disc “combo pack” with its Blu-ray Disc counterpart included, along with a digital code (copy) of the movie. The 4K UHD Blu-ray and 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook are each now available for preorder at Amazon.

EDITORIAL NOTE: In fact, there will not be an individual Blu-ray release for this film. If you want to own this on physical media, you have a choice to either buy the 4K combo pack and get the Blu-ray or settle for it on DVD.

SteelBook cover design for the 2025 film adaptation of 'The Running Man,' featuring artwork of Glen Powell and striking red and black elements, with gun imagery and a target motif.

The artwork for the 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook is pictured above. Below you can find a list of the bonus material set to be included with the 4K physical media releases.

  • Audio Commentary By Writer/Director Edgar Wright, Actor Glenn Powell, and Writer Michael Bacall
  • The Hunt Begins
  • The Hunters and the Hunted
  • Welcome to The Running Man: Designing the World
  • Surviving the Game: Shooting The Running Man
  • The Running Man Commercials
  • The Running Man Show
  • The Runners – Self Tapes
  • Other Network Shows
  • The Apostle
  • Stunts Compilation
  • Hair, Make-Up, And Costume Test
  • Deleted and Extended Scenes
  • Trailers & Digital Spots

Springsteen biopic on 4K and Blu-ray in January

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Blu-ray cover of 'Deliver Me from Nowhere' featuring Bruce Springsteen performing on stage, with his guitar and hand raised, against a red background.
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The biopic “Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere” comes to 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray on January 20th via 20th Century Studios (Disney). Scott Cooper co-wrote and directed the biographical motion picture about the life and musical career of Bruce Springsteen. It stars Jeremy Allen White, Jeremy Strong, Paul Walter Hauser, and Stephen Graham.

The tech specs for the 4K UHD Blu-ray include a 2160p video presentation in a 2.39:1 aspect ratio with Dolby Vision (HDR10 compatible) and Dolby Atmos sound, on a BD-66 disc. Technical specifications for the Blu-ray include a 1080p HD video presentation in a 2.39:1 aspect ratio and lossless DTS-HD Master Audio 7.1 surround sound, all on a BD-50 disc. The 4K will come as a 2-disc “combo pack” with its Blu-ray Disc counterpart included. Both of these physical media releases of the movie will include a digital code (copy), compatible with Movies Anywhere.

The 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray are each now available for preorder at Amazon. The bonus materials included with the releases are listed below.

  • Exclusive Four-Act Documentary: Making Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere
    • Act 1: From Book to Screen — See how Warren Zanes’ moving book inspired filmmakers to bring Bruce Springsteen’s most intimate chapter to life on screen.
    • Act 2: Beyond the Music — An intimate look at Bruce Springsteen’s raw and enduring masterpiece “Nebraska” — its sound, spirit, and powerful influence on the film’s tone and emotion.
    • Act 3: Becoming Bruce Springsteen — Jeremy Allen White dives deep into the mind and music of Bruce Springsteen, capturing the grit, grace, and humanity that define the icon’s artistry.
    • Act 4: Deep Authenticity — From vintage wardrobe to the Asbury Park boardwalk, experience how the filmmakers captured the raw soul of Bruce Springsteen’s New Jersey. 

Further below, after the break, you can find the official trailer for the movie as well as the press release.

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Osgood Perkins’ film Keeper comes to 4K in January

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Cover of the 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray for the movie 'Keeper' featuring dark, dramatic imagery and the tagline 'A terrifying, ghostly descent into madness.'
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The 2025 film “Keeper” is coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray on January 20th, via NEON, distributed by Decal Releasing. Osgood Perkins directed the film. It stars Tatiana Maslany, Rossif Sutherland, and Claire Friesen.

The tech specs for the 4K UHD Blu-ray include a 2160p video presentation in a 1.85:1 aspect ratio with HDR10 and lossless DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 surround sound. The 2-disc set will come as a “combo pack” with its Blu-ray Disc counterpart.

EDITORIAL NOTE: In fact, there will not be an individual Blu-ray release for this film. If you want to own this on physical media, you have a choice to either buy the 4K combo pack and get the Blu-ray or settle for it on DVD.

The 4K UHD Blu-ray is now available for preorder at Amazon. The bonus materials included with the release are listed below.

  • Audio Commentary with Director Osgood Perkins
  • Theatrical Trailer
  • Teaser

Further below, after the break, you can find the official trailer for the movie on YouTube.

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The 2014 film Nightcrawler comes to 4K in February

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The 2014 film “Nightcrawler” is coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook on February 17th via Shout! Studios. Dan Gilroy wrote and directed the motion picture. It starred Jake Gyllenhaal, Bill Paxton, Rene Russo, and Riz Ahmed. It’s worth noting that this movie is still “Certified Fresh” based on critics’ reviews at Rotten Tomatoes.

The movie has received a 4K scan. The tech specs for the 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook include a 2160p video presentation in a 2.35:1 aspect ratio with Dolby Vision (HDR10 compatible) and Dolby Atmos sound. The 2-disc release will come as a “combo pack” with its Blu-ray Disc counterpart included.

The 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook is now available for preorder at Amazon, GRUV, and Walmart. Here’s a glimpse below at the packaging artwork for the 4K SteelBook.

Artwork of the 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook for the film Nightcrawler, featuring a scene of a car on a city street with dramatic lighting and action elements.

Lastly, the bonus materials included with the release are listed below.

  •  Audio Commentary with Film Historian Joe von Appen
  • Audio Commentary with Writer/Director Dan Gilroy, Producer Tony Gilroy, and Editor John Gilroy
  • Making the News: Scoring Nightcrawler—Interview with Composer James Newton Howard
  • If It Bleeds, It Leads: Making Nightcrawler
  • Trailer

Sisu: Road to Revenge on 4K and Blu-ray in February

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Blu-ray cover of the film 'Sisu: Road to Revenge' featuring a rugged male character holding weapons, with a tagline and a high rating.
Commissions Earned

The 2025 sequel “Sisu: Road to Revenge” officially is coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook and Blu-ray on February 17th via Sony Pictures Home Entertainment. Jalmari Helander wrote and directed the movie. It stars Jorma Tommila, Richard Brake, and Stephen Lang. It’s worth noting that this motion picture is “Certified Fresh” based on critics’ reviews on Rotten Tomatoes.

The tech specs for the 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook include a 2160p video presentation in a 2.39:1 aspect ratio, Dolby Vision (HDR10 compatible), and lossless DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 surround sound. Tech specs for the Blu-ray include a 1080p HD video presentation in a 2.39:1 aspect ratio and DTS-HD MA 5.1 sound. The 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook and Blu-ray releases each include a digital code (copy) compatible with Movies Anywhere.

The 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook (pictured below) and Blu-ray are now available for preorder at Amazon. Also, you can find the 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook and Blu-ray available for preorder at Walmart. The bonus materials included with the physical media releases are listed below.

4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook cover of 'Sisu: Road to Revenge' featuring dramatic artwork and the film title at the top.
  • Upping The Ante
  • Alternate Ending

Further below, after the break, you can find the movie trailer.

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Star Trek Strange New Worlds Season 3 4K and Blu-ray

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Steelbook cover for Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Season Three featuring a close-up of a man with striking gray hair and a Starfleet uniform.
Blu-ray cover for Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Season Three featuring a group of characters in colorful, otherworldly scenery.
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“Star Trek: Strange New Worlds – Season Three” is coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook and Blu-ray on March 3rd via CBS Studios and Paramount. The show, as seen on Paramount+, stars Anson Mount and Ethan Peck. It co-stars Christina Chong, Melissa Navia, Rebecca Romijn, Jess Bush, Celia Rose Gooding, Babs Olusanmokun, and Carol Kane.

The tech specs for the 4K UHD Blu-ray include a 2160p video presentation in a 2.39:1 aspect ratio with Dolby Vision (HDR10 compatible) and lossless DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 surround sound, spanning across a 3-disc set. Tech specs for the Blu-ray include a 1080p HD video presentation in a 2.39:1 aspect ratio and DTS-HD MA 5.1 sound, spanning across a 4-disc set.

The 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook (pictured below) and Blu-ray are now available for preorder at Amazon. The bonus materials to be included on the releases are listed (a bit further) below.

Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Season Three 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook with artwork and discs.
4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook with four collectible vinyl stickers
  • 3 Hours of Special Features
  • Exploring New Worlds
  • Personal Log
  • Virtual Visionaries
  • VFX Flights
  • Gag Reels
  • Extended & Deleted Scenes
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