The 1983 animated film Fire and Ice on 4K SteelBook

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Cover art for the animated film 'Fire and Ice' featuring characters in a fantasy landscape, with a strong warrior holding a weapon, a woman beside him, and other figures in the background, showcasing a dramatic clash between fire and ice themes.
4K SteelBook slipcover (front)
A powerful warrior stands atop a rocky outcrop, holding an axe, with a dramatic sky in the background. A woman and a blond man are crouched beside him, while defeated foes lie at their feet.
4K SteelBook (front)

The 1983 animated film “Fire and Ice“ will get an exclusive 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook release on June 30th via Blue Underground, distributed by MVD Entertainment Group.

The movie was directed and co-created by Ralph Bakshi. Bakhshi is known for his unique hand-drawn animation, which he also brought to the audiences in animated cult classics “Fritz the Cat” (1972), “Wizards” (1977), and “The Lord of the Rings” (1978).

This has received a new 4K restoration, scanned in 16-bit from the original negative. The exclusive 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook will come as a 3-disc set. The tech specs for the 4K UHD Blu-ray include a 2160p video presentation in a 1.85:1 aspect ratio with Dolby Vision (HDR10-compatible) high dynamic range, along with Dolby Atmos, lossless DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 surround, and 2.0 stereo sound.

This 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook (pictured further below) is exclusive to the distributor’s MVD Shop.

An illustration featuring two characters embracing against a blue background on the left, and on the right, a scene depicting a muscular warrior with a weapon standing on a rocky terrain surrounded by other characters in a dramatic, colorful setting.
An open DVD case showcasing detailed artwork of warriors in battle, with a focus on their fierce expressions and various weapons, including spears and shields.

The 3-disc set will include the following extras:

Disc 1 (4K UHD Blu-ray) and Disc 2 (Blu-ray):

  • Audio Commentary with Co-Producer/Director Ralph Bakshi
  • NEW! The Art Of Fire And Ice: The Frank Frazetta Legacy with Sara Frazetta
  • NEW! Frank Frazetta’s Fire And Ice with Robert Rodriguez
  • The Making Of Fire And Ice
  • Bakshi On Frazetta
  • Sean Hannon’s Diary Notes
  • Behind-the-Scenes Photo Gallery
  • Theatrical Trailer
  • NEW! Poster & Still Galleries

Disc 3 (Compact Disc):

  • BONUS! FIRE AND ICE Original Motion Picture Soundtrack CD by William Kraft

Further below, after the break, you can find a 4K UHD [2160p] trailer [on YouTube] for this new 4K restoration and the press announcement.

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Ready or Not 2: Here I Come gets a Blu-ray in June

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Cover art for the movie 'Ready or Not 2: Here I Come' featuring dramatic imagery of characters, with a prominent title and a Blu-ray + digital code label.
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The 2026 sequel “Ready or Not 2: Here I Come” will get a Blu-ray Disc release on June 16th via Searchlight Pictures (Disney).

Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett co-directed the movie. It stars Samara Weaving, Kathryn Newton, Elijah Wood, Sarah Michelle Gellar, Shawn Hatosy, and David Cronenberg. It’s worth noting that this movie is “Certified Fresh” (by critics) and “Verified Hot” (by audiences) over at Rotten Tomatoes.

The tech specs for the Blu-ray include a 1080p HD video presentation in a 2.39:1 aspect ratio and lossless DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 surround sound on a BD-50 disc. The release will feature a digital code (copy) of the movie that is redeemable via Movies Anywhere.

The Blu-ray is not yet available for preorder at Amazon or Walmart, but stay tuned for an update. The bonus material to be included with the release is listed below.

  • The Game Goes On: The Making of READY OR NOT 2 – A 4-part behind-the-scenes featurette featuring filmmakers, talent, design and the practical effects.
    • Part 1: Written in Blood – The directors and cast discuss what sets the sequel apart from the first film, and how the team expanded the story in a meaningful way.
    • Part 2: Casting the Chaos – A spotlight on the film’s main cast and what they each brought to their roles.
    • Part 3: Designed for Destruction – Dive deeper into the design and execution of the film’s finale with a look at the set construction, practical effects, and the bloody aftermath left behind.
    • Part 4: Blood, Guts, and Practical Mayhem – Explore how the film’s explosive deaths and blood gags were created with this breakdown of the practical effects and innovations, highlighting how the team built and expanded upon techniques from the first film.
  • Rules of the Game – Learn the rules of the deadly game of Hide and Seek, from the contained family ritual to the expanded high-stakes hunt.
  • Gag Reel – Check out hilarious outtakes from the making of the movie.
  • Audio Commentary By directors / executive producers Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett, Samara Weaving, and Kathryn Newton.
  • Audio Commentary By directors / executive producers Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett, executive producers / writers Guy Busick and R. Christopher Murphy, producers James Vanderbilt and Tripp Vinson, and editor Jay Prychidny.

Further below, after the break, you can find the movie’s trailer and full announcement about the upcoming home video releases.

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The Evil Dead gets a 45th Anniversary 4K SteelBook

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Limited edition steelbook of Sam Raimi's The Evil Dead featuring the main character holding an axe, with two discs included and striking artwork of characters from the film.
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The original 1981 horror film “The Evil Dead” will celebrate its 45th Anniversary with a 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook release on July 7th via Sony Pictures Home Entertainment.

The movie was written & directed by Sam Raimi. It starred Bruce Campbell. The supporting cast included Ellen Sandweiss, Hal Delrich, Betsy Baker, and Sarah York.

This release boasts a 4K UHD presentation in its original (intended) 1.33:1 aspect ratio with Dolby Vision (HDR10 compatible), along with DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 and 2.0 (2-channel) surround sound. The release will come as a 2-disc “combo pack,” with the Blu-ray Disc included in 1080p HD, along with a digital code redeemable through Movies Anywhere.

You cannot yet find the 45th Anniversary Edition 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook available for preorder on Amazon or Walmart, but stay tuned for an update as soon as it becomes available. Bonus material set to be included on the Blu-ray with the release is listed below, sorted by disc.

Disc 2 (Blu-ray):

  • Audio Commentary with Sam Raimi, Rob Tapert and Bruce Campbell
  • Picture-in-Picture: Join Us! The Undying Legacy of The Evil Dead
  • One by One We Will Take You: The Untold Saga of The Evil Dead
  • Treasures from the Cutting Room Floor
  • At the Drive-In
  • Discovering Evil Dead
  • Make-Up Test
  • 4 TV Spots
  • Theatrical Trailer

EDITORIAL NOTE: Yes, this movie has previously been released back in 2018 by Lionsgate on the 4K UHD Blu-ray format. However, it has since gone OOP (Out of Print) and sells for about 4 times its original price. This release will give fans a chance to own it for less in much better packaging. This time it will actually include supplemental materials and not just the audio commentary, as with the previous 2018 release.

Further below, after the break, you can find the full announcement regarding this upcoming release.

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They Will Kill You comes to 4K and Blu-ray in June

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DVD cover for the movie 'They Will Kill You', featuring a dark and dramatic design with a central figure and split images of various characters.
Blu-ray cover of the movie 'They Will Kill You', featuring a character holding a bloody knife with dramatic facial expressions and images of other characters in the background.
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The 2026 dark comedy/horror “They Will Kill You” is officially coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray on June 30th via Warner Bros. Discovery Home Entertainment.

Kirill Sokolov co-wrote and directed the movie. It stars Zazie Beetz, Myha’la, Paterson Joseph, Tom Felton, Heather Graham, and Patricia Arquette. The tech specs for the 4K UHD Blu-ray include a 2160p video presentation in a 2.20:1 aspect ratio with Dolby Vision (HDR10-compatible) high dynamic range and Dolby Atmos sound. The tech specs for the Blu-ray release include a 1080p HD video presentation in a 2.20:1 aspect ratio with Dolby Atmos sound. The 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray releases will include a digital code (copy) of the film compatible with Movies Anywhere.

The 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray are now available for preorder at Amazon. As an alternative, you can find the 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray up for preorder over at online retailer GRUV. Bonus material to be included with the releases is listed below.

  • Director’s Log: The Making of They Will Kill You
  • Developing the Virgil Featurette
    • A look into the film’s most iconic location: The Virgil, a nine-floor art deco building inspired by Dante’s Inferno. This piece showcases the building’s intricate design, surreal art direction, and how each floor was constructed to reflect a different level of psychological descent.
  • Asia Reaves’ Attacks Featurette
    • This action-packed piece breaks down all the major fight scenes in the film, complete with stunts, spoilers, and cinematic chaos.
  • Crafting Carnage Featurette 

Further below, after the break, you can find the official “red band” trailer [in 4K] and the full announcement for the physical media (as well as digital) releases.

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The 1996 Schwarzenegger film Eraser on 4K in June

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Cover art for the movie 'Eraser' featuring Arnold Schwarzenegger, with a female character in the background and an action-oriented design.
4K Ultra HD Blu-ray case for the movie 'Eraser' featuring Arnold Schwarzenegger, with an image of the Capitol building and a green color scheme.
Commissions Earned

The 1996 film “Eraser” is coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray and 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook on June 16th via Warner Bros. Discovery Home Entertainment.

Chuck Russell directed the motion picture, which starred Arnold Schwarzenegger. It co-starred James Caan, Vanessa Williams, James Coburn, and Robert Pastorelli.

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, along with Dolby Atmos and lossless DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 surround sound. Each release comes with a digital code (copy) compatible with Movies Anywhere.

The 4K UHD Blu-ray and 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook (pictured further above) are each now available for preorder at Amazon. Also, the 4K UHD Blu-ray and 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook are available for preorder at GRUV. The new bonus material included on the releases is listed below.

  • NEW Reinventing the Modern Action Hero – The Evolution of Arnold
  • NEW ’90s Action Thriller Reimagined

28 Days Later is coming to 4K SteelBook in September

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Steelbook packaging of the movie '28 Days Later' featuring a red cover, a DVD disc, and artwork of iconic London landmarks.
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The 2002 film “28 Days Later“ is officially finally coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook on September 1st via Sony Pictures Home Entertainment.

Danny Boyle directed the film, written by Alex Garland. It starred Cillian Murphy, Naomie Harris, Christopher Eccleston, Megan Burns, and Brendan Gleeson.

The movie has received a new 4K presentation, approved by director Danny Boyle. Here’s a bit of info about that.

To fully capture and correctly present the unique visuals of this movie for its 4K High Dynamic Range debut, the assembled original source video was used along with the section from original camera negative as used in the original theatrical release. These elements were then color corrected to take full advantage of the wider available color gamut. The picture and Atmos mix were approved by Danny Boyle.

The tech specs for the 4K UHD Blu-ray include a 2160p video presentation in a 1.85:1 aspect ratio with Dolby Vision (HDR10-compatible) form of high dynamic range, along with Dolby Atmos and lossless DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 surround sound. The release will include a digital code (copy) compatible with Movies Anywhere.

UPDATED: The 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook is not yet available for preorder at Amazon and Walmart. Bonus material to be included with the release is listed below.

  • Commentary by Director Danny Boyle and Screenwriter Alex Garland
  • Deleted Scenes and Alternate Endings with Optional Commentary
  • Pure Rage: The Making of 28 Days Later Featurette
  • Jacknife Lee Music Video
  • Animated Storyboards
  • Still Photo Galleries
  • Theatrical Teaser and Trailer

Further below, after the break, you can find the full official announcement about this upcoming release.

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