The Woman King on 4K and Blu-ray in December

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The 2022 film “The Woman King” is officially coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray Disc on December 13th via Sony Pictures Home Entertainment.  The film, based on true events and directed by Gina Prince-Bythewood, stars Viola Davis, Thuso Mbedu, Lashana Lynch, Sheila Atim, and John Boyega.  It is most certainly worth noting that this film, at the time of writing, is “Certified Fresh” over at Rotten Tomatoes.

The tech specs for the 4K UHD Blu-ray include a 2160p video presentation in the 2.40:1 aspect ratio with HDR10 form of high dynamic range and Dolby Atmos sound.  Tech specs for the Blu-ray include a 1080p HD video presentation in 2.40:1 with Dolby Atmos.  The 4K release will come in the form of a “combo pack” with its Blu-ray Disc counterpart included.  Both the 4K and Blu-ray releases (individually) will include a digital code (copy) of the film.  You can now find the 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray available for preorder over at retailer Best Buy.

The bonus materials set to be included with the 4K and Blu-ray releases are listed below.

  • A Caterpillar’s Destruction: Viola Davis On Set
  • Representation Matters (Featurette)
  • WOMAN/WARRIOR (Featurette)
  • Storytellers (Featurette)
  • Thuso Mbedu Auditions
  • Filmmakers’ Commentary

Further below, after the break, you can find the trailer for the film, a special features preview video, and the full announcement regarding the home video releases of the film.

 

 

Trailer:

Special Features Preview:

PRESS RELEASE:

 

VIOLA DAVIS STARS IN THE CRITICALLY ACCLAIMED
ACTION-PACKED EPIC INSPIRED BY TRUE EVENTS

AVAILABLE ON DIGITAL NOVEMBER 22
ON 4K ULTRA HD, BLU-RAY and DVD DECEMBER 13

OVER AN HOUR OF BONUS CONTENT INCLUDING INTERVIEWS WITH THE POWERHOUSE CAST, THE INTENSE TRAINING REGIMEN TO BECOME AN AGOJIE WARRIOR, AND A BEHIND-THE-SCENES LOOK AT FILMING IN SOUTH AFRICA

 

SYNOPSIS
Inspired by true events, this is the remarkable, action-packed story about the all-female unit of warriors who protected the African Kingdom of Dahomey with skills and a fierceness, unlike anything the world has ever seen. Follow the epic and intense journey of General Nanisca (Oscar® winner VIOLA DAVIS; 2016, Best Supporting Actress, Fences) as she trains the next generation of recruits and readies them for battle against an enemy determined to destroy their way of life.
BONUS MATERIALS

4K ULTRA HD, BLU-RAY and DIGITAL

  • A Caterpillar’s Destruction: Viola Davis On Set
  • Representation Matters (Featurette)
  • WOMAN/WARRIOR (Featurette)
  • Storytellers (Featurette)
  • Thuso Mbedu Auditions
  • Filmmakers’ Commentary

 

CAST AND CREW
Directed By: Gina Prince-Bythewood
Story By: Maria Bello and Dana Stevens
Screenplay By: Dana Stevens
Produced By: Cathy Schulman, Viola Davis, Julius Tennon, Maria Bello
Executive Producer: Peter McAleese
Cast: Viola Davis, Thuso Mbedu, Lashana Lynch, Sheila Atim, Hero Fiennes Tiffin and John Boyega

SPECS
Run Time: Approx. 135 minutes
Rating: PG-13 for sequences of strong violence, some disturbing material, thematic content, brief language and partial nudity
4K Ultra HD: 2160p Ultra High Definition / 2.40:1 | Audio: English Dolby Atmos (Dolby TrueHD 7.1 compatible), Spanish 5.1 DTS-HD MA | English – Audio Description Track 5.1 Dolby Digital
Blu-ray™: 1080p High Definition / 2.40:1 | Audio English, Spanish 5.1 DTS-HD MA | English – Audio Description Track 5.1 Dolby Digital