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The 1975 film “Monty Python and the Holy Grail“ comes to 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook on August 26th. This release will be via Sony Pictures Home Entertainment. Terry Gilliam and Terry Jones co-directed the film. It starred the “Monty Python” comedy troupe. This included Graham Chapman, John Cleese, Eric Idle, Terry Gilliam, Terry Jones, and Michael Palin. It’s certainly worth noting that this film is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year.

The tech specs for the 4K include a 2160p video presentation in a 1.66:1 aspect ratio with Dolby Vision or HDR10 form of HDR with Dolby Atmos and DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 and Mono sound. This 2-disc release will come as a “combo pack” with its Blu-ray Disc counterpart included. You can find a further glimpse of the contents of the 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook below.

UPDATE: The 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook is now available for preorder at Amazon. The bonus material set to be included on this release is listed below, sorted by disc.

Disc 1 (4K UHD Blu-ray):

• Near-Theatrical Version of the Film (in HD resolution) – Experience a slightly shorter version of the film, as seen on VHS!
• ‘Tis But A Tribute – 50 Years of Monty Python and the Holy Grail – Over 25 comedy luminaries share their memories of, affection for, and continued fascination with the film

Disc 2 (Blu-ray):

• Audio Commentary with Terry Gilliam and Terry Jones
• Audio Commentary with John Cleese, Eric Idle and Michael Palin
• 2015 Tribeca Film Festival Q&A with Terry, Terry, Mike, John and Eric!
• Outtakes and Extended Scenes with Introduction by Terry Jones
• Lost Animations with Introduction by Terry Gilliam
• Quest for the Holy Grail Locations with Michael Palin and Terry Jones
• Lego Knights: The Knights of the Round Table in LEGO
• Special Japanese Version
• How to Use Your Coconuts (An Educational Film)
• BBC Film Night on Location
• Three Songs to Sing-Along
• Photo Gallery
• Original Theatrical Trailer