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The 1984 film “Starman” will be released on 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook on May 27th via Sony Pictures Home Entertainment. John Carpenter directed the film, which starred Jeff Bridges, Karen Allen, Charles Martin Smith, and Richard Jaeckel.

NOTE: This movie already debuted on the 4K UHD Blu-ray format. It was included in the 2024 “Columbia Classics: 4K Ultra HD Collection: Volume 4” box set. This will mark the first time it has been available as an individual release in the 4K physical media format.

The movie has received a restoration from the original camera negative. The tech specs for the 4K include a 2160p video presentation in the 2.39:1 aspect ratio with Dolby Vision (or HDR10) form of high dynamic range. It will contain Dolby Atmos, DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1, and 2.0 Stereo sound mixes. The release will come as a 2-disc “combo pack” with its Blu-ray counterpart included. It will also feature a digital copy compatible with Movies Anywhere.

UPDATED: The 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook is now available for preorder at Amazon. The bonus materials set to be included in this release are listed below.

Disc 2 (Blu-ray):

• Special Features:
  • Audio Commentary with Director John Carpenter and Actor Jeff Bridges
  • Deleted Scenes
  • Behind-the-Scenes Time Lapses
  • They Came from Hollywood: Revisiting Starman Featurette
  • Making-Of Featurette
  • Music Video
  • Still Gallery
  • Theatrical Trailer