New 4K UHD Blu-ray Releases for July 20th, 2021
The following titles will be released on July 20th, 2021 to 4K UHD Blu-ray:
View the list below with Amazon & retail links.
1982 John Carpenter film The Thing on 4K in September
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The 1982 remake of “The Thing“ is coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray on September 7th, via Universal, according to numerous retailer listings. The film, directed by John Carpenter, starred Kurt Russell, Wilford Brimley, T.K. Carter, Keith David, David Clennon, Richard Dysart, Charles Hallahan, Peter Maloney, Richard Masur, Joel Polis, and Donald Moffat.
The tech specs for the release include a 2160p video presentation in the 2.35:1 aspect ratio with HDR10 form of high dynamic range and DTS:X immersive sound, on a BD-100 disc. The release will come in the form of a “combo pack” with its original Blu-ray Disc counterpart as well as include a digital code (copy) of the film, which is compatible with Movies Anywhere. You can now find the 4K UHD Blu-ray available for preorder over at Amazon, as well as listed (but not yet as a functional preorder) over at retailer Best Buy.
And, no, at this time there does not appear to be a 4K SteelBook release planned for this. But, stay tuned for a possible update if one is in fact coming. The bonus materials set to be included with the release are listed below.
- John Carpenter’s The Thing: Terror Takes Shape
- Outtakes
- Feature Audio Commentary with Director John Carpenter And Actor Kurt Russell
- Theatrical Trailer
Just a reminder, to my knowledge, this release has not yet been officially announced by the studio. Or, perhaps one of the public relations firms forgot to include me in the loop? That being said, consider this still a rumor with a whole lot to back it up at this point. I don’t want to upset the studio (Universal) here, but it’s pretty obvious that this title is coming at this point.
1991 film Drop Dead Fred comes to Blu-ray in September
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The 1991 film “Drop Dead Fred“ is officially coming to Blu-ray Disc on September 28th via Severin Films, distributed by MVD Entertainment Group. The film, directed by Ate de Jong, starred Phoebe Cates, Rik Mayall, Marsha Mason, Tim Matheson, and Carrie Fisher. The tech specs for the release include a 1080p HD video presentation in the 1.85:1 aspect ratio from a new 2K scan (as quoted below) and Stereo sound, likely in a lossless format.
“… now scanned in 2K with all-new Special Features for the first time ever in America.”
You can now find the Blu-ray available for preorder over at Amazon. A rather extensive set of bonus materials set to be included with this release of the film are listed below.
- Booklet With New Text Interview With Actress Phoebe Cates
- Audio Commentary With Director Ate De Jong
- A Conversation With Director Ate De Jong And Producer Paul Webster
- Imaginary Friends – Interviews With Co-Writers / Executive Producers Anthony Fingleton & Carlos Davis
- The Mega Beast Speaks Out – Interview With Actress Marsha Mason
- Drop Dead Look – Interview With Director Of Photography Peter Deming
- Mischief Makers – Interviews With Visual FX Artists Doug Beswick, Peter Kuran, Kevin Kutchaver, Paul Gentry And Makeup FX Artist Christopher Johnson
- I’m Your Fella, Annabella – Interview With Actor Tim Matheson
- Memories Of Snot Face – Interview With Actress Ashley Peldon
- Deleted Scenes And Outtakes
- Theatrical Trailer
1990 film adaptation of Misery is coming to 4K in October
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The 1990 film adaptation of Stephen King‘s “Misery“ is officially coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray on October 12th via KL Studio Classics. The film, directed by Rob Reiner, starred James Caan, Kathy Bates, Richard Farnsworth, Frances Sternhagen, and Lauren Bacall. KL Studio Classics just announced this on Facebook in a post less than an hour ago.
The tech specs include a 2160p 4K video presentation in the 1.85:1 aspect ratio with HDR10 and Dolby Vision forms of high dynamic range as well as lossless 5.1 surround and 2.0 Stereo sound mixes, set to be on a BD-100 disc. The release will come in the form of a “combo pack” meaning that it will also include its Blu-ray Disc counterpart (in 1080p HD) as well as the bonus materials. It will also come in with a limited-edition slipcover (pictured above).
UPDATE: You can now find the 4K UHD Blu-ray available for preorder over at Amazon.
The bonus materials and disc contents for this release are listed below.
4K UHD DISC 1:
- HDR Dolby Vision
- Audio Commentary by Director Rob Reiner
- Audio Commentary by Screenwriter William Goldman
- 5.1 Surround & 2.0 Lossless Stereo
- Optional English Subtitles
- UHD 100 Triple Layer Disc
BLU-RAY DISC 2:
- Audio Commentary by Director Rob Reiner
- Audio Commentary by Screenwriter William Goldman
- Misery Loves Company: Featurette (29:52)
- Marc Shaiman’s Musical Misery Tour: Featurette (14:28)
- Diagnosing Annie Wilkes: Featurette (8:47)
- Advice for the Stalked: Featurette (4:58)
- Profile of a Stalker: Featurette (6:17)
- Celebrity Stalkers: Featurette (5:08)
- Anti-Stalking Laws: Featurette (2:23)
- Season’s Greetings Trailer (2:25)
- Theatrical Trailer
- 5.1 Surround & 2.0 Lossless Stereo
- Optional English Subtitles
- Dual-Layered BD50 Disc
2021 film Habit with Bella Thorne on Blu-ray in August
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The 2021 film “Habit“ starring Bella Thorne is officially coming to Blu-ray Disc on August 24th, via Lionsgate. The film, directed & co-written by Janell Shirtcliff, co-stars Gavin Rossdale, Libby Mintz, Andreja Pejic, Hana Mae Lee, Ione Skye, Aarón Díaz, Jamie Hince, Alison Mosshart, Hayley Marie Norman, Paris Jackson, and Josie Ho. The tech specs for the Blu-ray include a 1080p HD video presentation in the 1.78:1 aspect ratio and DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 lossless surround sound. The release will come with a digital code (copy) of the film. You can find the Blu-ray now available for preorder over at Amazon. The only extra that is set to be included with this release will be the Theatrical Trailer.
Further below, after the break, you can find the trailer for the film and the full announcement about the home video release.
2020 film Stay Out of the Attic on Blu-ray in August
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The 2020 film “Stay Out of the Attic“ is officially coming to Blu-ray Disc on August 17th via RLJE Films. The film, also known as “Stay Out of the F**king Attic” was directed by Jerren Lauder, includes a cast of Ryan Francis, Morgan Alexandria, Bryce Fernelius, and Michael Flynn. The tech specs for the Blu-ray release include a 1080p HD video presentation in the 2.39:1 aspect ratio and DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 lossless surround sound. You can now find the Blu-ray available for preorder over at Amazon. Only one extra will be included on this release, a “Behind-the-Scenes Photo Gallery.”
Below, after the break, you can find the 4K trailer for the film.
2021 film In the Heights on 4K and Blu-ray in August
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The 2021 film “In the Heights” is officially coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray Disc on August 31st, via Warner Bros. Home Entertainment. The film, produced by and based on a musical by Lin-Manuel Miranda and directed by Jon M. Chu, stars Anthony Ramos, Corey Hawkins, Leslie Grace, Melissa Barrera, Olga Merediz, Daphne Rubin-Vega, Gregory Diaz IV, Stephanie Beatriz, Dascha Polanco, and Jimmy Smits. The film is “Certified Fresh” over at Rotten Tomatoes with a 95% rating, at the time of writing.
UPDATE #1: The tech specs for the 4K UHD Blu-ray include a 2160p video presentation in the 2.39:1 aspect ratio with HDR10, Dolby Vision, and HDR10+ forms of high dynamic range and Dolby Atmos sound. Tech specs for the Blu-ray include a 1080p HD video presentation in the 2.39:1 aspect ratio and Dolby Atmos sound. The 4K UHD Blu-ray release will come in the form of a “combo pack” meaning that it will include its Blu-ray Disc counterpart. Both releases will include a digital code (copy) of the film.
UPDATE #2: You can now find the 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray both available for preorder over at Amazon.
The bonus materials set to be included with both the 4K and Blu-ray physical releases are listed below.
- Paciencia y Fe: Making in the Heights
- Paciencia y Fe: When You’re Home
- Paciencia y Fe: Hundreds of Stories
- Paciencia y Fe: Alza La Bandera/Raise the Flag
- Paciencia y Fe: Wepa!
- Paciencia y Fe: That Music in the Air
- Paciencia y Fe: Who Keeps our Legacies
- In the Heights Sing-a-long
- 96,000 Sing-a-long
Below, after the break, you can find the trailer for the film and the full details regarding the home video releases of this film.
Hardball starring Keanu Reeves on Blu-ray in September
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The 2001 film “Hardball“ starring Keanu Reeves is officially making its debut to the Blu-ray Disc format on September 21st, via Paramount Home Entertainment. The film, directed by Brian Robbins, co-starred Diane Lane, John Hawkes, Julian Griffith, and Michael B. Jordan.
This, as mentioned will be the first time the film has been available in the Blu-ray format. The tech specs for the Blu-ray include a 1080p HD video presentation and DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 lossless surround sound. You can now find the Blu-ray available for preorder over at Amazon. The bonus materials set to be included with the release are listed below.
- Commentary by director Brian Robbins and writer John Gatins
- The Making of Hardball
- Deleted Scenes
- Music Video – “Hardball” by Lil’ Bow Wow, Lil’ Wayne, Lil’ Zane and Sammie
- Interstitials
- Theatrical Trailer
Further below, after the break, you can find the official announcement about this upcoming Blu-ray release of the film.
New Blu-ray Releases for July 13th, 2021
The following new Blu-ray Disc titles will be released on July 13th, 2021: