The 1996 film adaptation of the story “Matilda” is officially coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray format in limited edition SteelBook packaging on September 5th via Sony Pictures Home Entertainment.  The film, based on the Roald Dahl book of the same title was directed by, produced by, and co-starred Danny DeVito.  It starred Mara Wilson, Rhea Pearlman, Embeth Davidtz, Pam Ferris, and Paul Reubens.  The release will include a new 4K scan of the film [“scanned from the original camera negative”] presented in both HDR10 and Dolby Vision forms of high dynamic range, presented in the 2.40:1 aspect ratio, as well as feature sound in Dolby Atmos and the original theatrical 5.1 surround in lossless DTS-HD Master Audio.  This 2-disc release will come in the form of a “combo pack” meaning it will also include the Blu-ray as well as a digital copy of the film.  Also, the release will feature an all-new director audio commentary with Danny Devito, as listed below along with the other extras set to be included on this release as bonus materials.

• NEW: Audio Commentary with Director Danny DeVito [4K Exclusive]
• Theatrical Trailer
• Afternoon Tea: A Very Magical Matilda Reunion
• Matilda’s Movie Magic!
• A Children’s Guide to Good Manners
• Escape to the Library
• My Movie About Making Matilda by Mara Wilson

You can find the 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook of “Matilda” now available for preorder at retailers.  Below you can find a glimpse at the SteelBook packaging opened.

Further below, after the break, you can find the full details about this upcoming release via the press release.

 

 

PRESS RELEASE:

 

 

THE BELOVED FAMILY FAVORITE DEBUTS ON 4K ULTRA HD™ WITH AN ALL-NEW DIRECTOR COMMENTARY

AVAILABLE AS A LIMITED EDITION STEELBOOK
SEPTEMBER 5^TH

 

See the world from a kid’s-eye view with MATILDA, a modern fairytale that mixes hilarious humor with the magical message of love. Mrs. Doubtfire’s Mara Wilson stars as Matilda, a super-smart little girl who’s woefully misunderstood by her parents (Danny DeVito and Rhea Perlman), her brother, and an evil school principal. But with the help of a brave best friend and a wonderful teacher, Matilda discovers she doesn’t have to get mad to get even.

 

4K ULTRA HD DISC

• Feature scanned from the original camera negative and presented in 4K resolution with Dolby Vision
• All-new Dolby Atmos audio + 5.1

• Special Features:
  • NEW: Audio Commentary with Director Danny DeVito
  • Theatrical Trailer

BLU-RAY DISC

• Feature presented in high definition
• 5.1 audio

• Special Features:
  • Afternoon Tea: A Very Magical Matilda Reunion
  • Matilda’s Movie Magic!
  • A Children’s Guide to Good Manners
  • Escape to the Library
  • My Movie About Making Matilda by Mara Wilson

 

Directed By: Danny DeVito
Screenplay By: Nicholas Kazan & Robin Swicord
Based on the Book By: Roald Dahl
Produced by: Danny DeVito, Michael Shamberg, Stacey Sher, Liccy Dahl
Executive Producers: Michael Peyser, Martin Bregman
Cast: Danny DeVito, Rhea Perlman, Embeth Davidtz, Mara Wilson

 

Run Time: Approx. 98 minutes
Rating: PG for elements of exaggerated meanness and ridicule, and for some mild language
4K UHD Feature Picture: 2160p Ultra High Definition, 2.40:1
4K UHD Feature Audio: English Dolby Atmos (Dolby TrueHD 7.1 Compatible) | English 5.1 DTS-HD MA