M. Night Shyamalan’s Old on 4K and Blu-ray October
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The 2021 film “Old” is officially coming to both 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray Disc on October 19th via Universal Studios Home Entertainment. The film, written & directed by M. Night Shyamalan, stars Gael García Bernal, Vicky Krieps, Rufus Sewell, Alex Wolff, Thomasin McKenzie, Abbey Lee, Nikki Amuka-Bird, Ken Leung, Eliza Scanlen, Aaron Pierre, Embeth Davidtz, and Emun Elliott.
The tech specs for the 4K release include a 2160p video presentation in the 2.39:1 aspect ratio with HDR10 form of high dynamic range and Dolby Atmos sound, on a BD-100 disc. The tech specs for the Blu-ray include a 1080p HD video presentation in the 2.39:1 aspect ratio and Dolby Atmos sound, on a BD-50 disc. Both releases will come in the form of a “combo pack” meaning that the 4K will include its Blu-ray counterpart, the Blu-ray version will include its DVD counterpart, and each will get a digital code (copy) of the film — compatible with Movies Anywhere. You can now find the 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray available for preorder over at Amazon. There will also be a 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook (pictured below) available as an exclusive over at retailer Best Buy. It’s now available for preorder.
The bonus materials set to be included with both the 4K and Blu-ray releases are listed below.
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- SHYAMALAN FAMILY BUSINESS – We look at what Night’s two daughters, Ishana and Saleka, contributed to the film and how collaborating with family made filming outside Philadelphia still feel like home.
- ALL THE BEACH IS A STAGE – Shooting a film in a wide-open space is challenging because angles have to be created, much like theatre. Night explains the significance of his camera movements and the cast discuss the unique experience of filming without coverage.
- NIGHTMARES IN PARADISE – When making a film like OLD, finding the right shooting location is everything. Hear the story of why Night took the production to the Dominican Republic and how Mother Nature both challenged and helped the production.
- A FAMILY IN THE MOMENT – Gael Garcia Bernal, Vicky Krieps, Thomasin McKenzie and Alex Wolff recount one very special, emotional night of filming that brought them closer than they ever imagined.
Further below, after the break, you can find the full announcement about the home video release of this film.
PRESS RELEASE:
DELVE DEEPER INSIDE THE MIND OF DIRECTOR
M. NIGHT SHYAMALAN WITH BEHIND-THE SCENES EXCLUSIVES AND DELETED SCENES
ADD THIS SUSPENSEFUL FILM TO YOUR COLLECTION IN TIME FOR HALLOWEEN AND WATCH IT AGAIN AND AGAIN
OWN IT ON DIGITAL OCTOBER 5, 2021
4K ULTRA HD, BLU-RAY™ AND DVD OCTOBER 19, 2021
FROM UNIVERSAL PICTURES HOME ENTERTAINMENT
Universal City, California, September 14, 2021 – Take a thrilling trip from the mind behind The Sixth Sense (1999), Signs (2002) and Split (2016) in M. Night Shyamalan’s OLD, available to own on Digital October 5 and 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray™ and DVD on October 19 from Universal Pictures Home Entertainment. Take a seat behind-the-camera with never-before-seen deleted scenes and bonus features that offer a deep dive into this mystery of a family vacation that quickly turns sinister.
Starring an impressive international cast including Golden Globe winner Gael García Bernal (Mozart in the Jungle), Vicky Krieps (Phantom Thread), Rufus Sewell (The Illusionist, A Knight’s Tale), Alex Wolff (Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle), Thomasin McKenzie (JoJo Rabbit), Abbey Lee (Mad Max: Fury Road), Nikki Amuka-Bird (Jupiter Ascending), Ken Leung (‘The Sopranos’, ‘Lost’), Eliza Scanlen (Little Women), Aaron Pierre (‘Britannia’), Embeth Davidtz (Schindler’s List, Matilda) and Emun Elliott (Star Wars: Episode VII – The Force Awakens). OLD is directed and produced by critically acclaimed filmmaker M. Night Shyamalan.
This chilling, mysterious new thriller follows a family on a tropical holiday who discover that the secluded beach where they are relaxing for a few hours is somehow causing them to age rapidly … reducing their entire lives into a single day.
BONUS FEATURES ON 4K Ultra Hd, BLU-RAYTM, DVD and digital:
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- SHYAMALAN FAMILY BUSINESS – We look at what Night’s two daughters, Ishana and Saleka, contributed to the film and how collaborating with family made filming outside Philadelphia still feel like home.
- ALL THE BEACH IS A STAGE – Shooting a film in a wide-open space is challenging because angles have to be created, much like theatre. Night explains the significance of his camera movements and the cast discuss the unique experience of filming without coverage.
- NIGHTMARES IN PARADISE – When making a film like OLD, finding the right shooting location is everything. Hear the story of why Night took the production to the Dominican Republic and how Mother Nature both challenged and helped the production.
- A FAMILY IN THE MOMENT – Gael Garcia Bernal, Vicky Krieps, Thomasin McKenzie and Alex Wolff recount one very special, emotional night of filming that brought them closer than they ever imagined.
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- 4K Ultra HD delivers the ultimate movie watching experience. Featuring the combination of 4K resolution, the color brilliance of High Dynamic Range (HDR).
- Blu-ray™ Combo Pack includes Blu-ray™, DVD and Digital copy.
- Digital lets fans watch movies anywhere on their favorite devices. Users can buy or rent instantly.
- The Movies Anywhere Digital App simplifies and enhances the digital movie collection and viewing experience by allowing consumers to access their favorite digital movies in one place when purchased or redeemed through participating digital retailers. Consumers can also redeem digital copy codes found in eligible Blu-rayTM and DVD disc packages from participating studios and stream or download them through Movies Anywhere. Movies Anywhere is available only in the United States. For more information, visit https://moviesanywhere.
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Directed By: M. Night Shyamalan
Produced By: M. Night Shyamalan, Marc Bienstock, Ashwin Rajan
Edited by: Brett M.Reed
Screenplay By: M. Night Shyamalan
Music By: Tevor Gureckis
TECHNICAL INFORMATION 4K ULTRA HD:
Selection Number: 1961214572 (US) / 1000805068 (CDN)
Layers: BD 100
Aspect Ratio: 16:9 2.39:1 Widescreen
Rating: PG-13 for strong violence, disturbing images, suggestive content, partial nudity and brief strong language
Languages/Subtitles: English, French Canadian, Latin American Spanish
Video: UHD HDR10
Sound: English Dolby Atmos and Dolby Digital 2.0, French Canadian Dolby Digital 5.1 and Latin American Spanish Dolby Digital Plus 7.1
Run Time: 01:48:19
Street Date: October 19, 2021
Selection Number: 1961214571 (US) / 1000805067 (CDN)
Layers: BD 50
Aspect Ratio: 16:9 2.39:1 Widescreen
Rating: PG-13 for strong violence, disturbing images, suggestive content, partial nudity and brief strong language
Languages/Subtitles: English, French Canadian, Latin American Spanish
Sound: English Dolby Atmos and Dolby Digital 2.0, French Canadian Dolby Digital 5.1 and Latin American Spanish Dolby Digital Plus 7.1
Run Time: 01:48:19