The 1972 film The Mechanic comes to 4K in January

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The 1972 film “The Mechanic” is coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray on January 13th, 2026, via KL Studio Classics [Kino Lorber]. Michael Winner directed the movie, which starred Charles Bronson. It co-starred Jan-Michael Vincent, Keenan Wynn, Jill Ireland, Frank DeKova, Linda Ridgeway, Celeste Yarnal, and Enzo Fiermonte.

The movie has received a new 4K scan of the 35mm original camera negative. Technical specifications for the 4K UHD Blu-ray include a 2160p video presentation in a 1.85:1 aspect ratio, with Dolby Vision (HDR10 compatible), on a BD-100 disc. The audio presentation has not yet been detailed, but should come in a lossless format, such as DTS-HD Master Audio. The 2-disc release will come as a “combo pack” with its Blu-ray Disc counterpart.

The 4K UHD Blu-ray is not yet available for preorder at Amazon, but stay tuned for an update. You can preorder directly via Kino Lorber’s website. The bonus materials set to be included with the release are listed below, sorted by disc.

Disc 1 (4K UHD Blu-ray):

  • NEW Audio Commentary by Film Historians Steve Mitchell and Troy Howarth
  • Audio Commentary by Film Historian Paul Talbot, the Author of the Bronson’s Loose! Books
  • Audio Commentary by Cinematographer Richard H. Kline, Moderated by Film Historian Nick Redman

Disc 2 (Blu-ray):

  • NEW Audio Commentary by Film Historians Steve Mitchell and Troy Howarth
  • Audio Commentary by Film Historian Paul Talbot, the Author of the Bronson’s Loose! Books
  • Audio Commentary by Cinematographer Richard H. Kline, Moderated by Film Historian Nick Redman
  • Interview with Screenwriter Lewis John Carlino
  • Theatrical Trailer

Good Fortune comes to 4K and Blu-ray in December

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The 2025 film “Good Fortune” is coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook and Blu-ray on December 9th via Lionsgate Home Entertainment. Aziz Ansari wrote, directed, and stars in the movie. It co-stars Seth Rogen, Keanu Reeves, Keke Palmer, and Sandra Oh. It’s worth noting this motion picture is “Certified Fresh” based on critics’ reviews at Rotten Tomatoes.

The tech specs for the 4K UHD Blu-ray include a 2160p video presentation in 1.85:1 aspect ratio with Dolby Vision (HDR10 compatible) and Dolby Atmos sound. Tech specs for the Blu-ray include a 1080p HD video presentation in 1.85:1 aspect ratio and Dolby Atmos sound. The 4K SteelBook will come as a 2-disc “combo pack” with its Blu-ray Disc counterpart. Both the 4K SteelBook and Blu-ray will feature a digital copy of the movie.

The 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook (pictured below) will be an Amazon Exclusive. It is now available to preorder from there. The Blu-ray is available to preorder at Amazon and Walmart.

Amazon Exclusive 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook

Bonus materials set to be included are listed below.

  • Audio Commentary with Producer-Writer-Director Aziz Ansari and Producer Alan Yang
  • The Fantasy of Reality: Making Good Fortune
  • The Los Angeles of Good Fortune
  • The Clothes Make the Man… and the Angel
  • Theatrical Trailer

Further below, after the break, you can find the movie’s trailer in 4K on YouTube.

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The 2025 film Roofman is coming to 4K in January

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The 2025 film “Roofman“ is coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray on January 20th, 2026, via Paramount Home Media Distribution. Based on a true story, the film was directed & co-written by Derek Cianfrance. The movie stars Channing Tatum, Kirsten Dunst, Peter Dinklage, Juno Temple, Ben Mendelsohn, and LaKeith Stanfield. It’s worth noting that this movie is “Certified Fresh” by critics on Rotten Tomatoes.

The tech specs for the 4K UHD Blu-ray include a 2160p video presentation in a 2.39:1 aspect ratio with Dolby Vision (HDR10 compatible) and lossless DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 surround sound. The 4K release will come as a 2-disc “combo pack” with its Blu-ray Disc counterpart included.

NOTE: There will not be an individual Blu-ray release available for this movie. You’ll have to opt for this 4K combo pack.

The 4K UHD Blu-ray is now available to preorder at Amazon and Walmart. It appears that these bonus materials will be included, as Digital Exclusive Extras:

  • Featurette: Based on Actual Events and Terrible Decisions
  • Featurette: Chasing the Ghosts: The Director’s Methods
  • Featurette: A Good Place to Hide
  • Featurette: Driving Lesson
  • Featurette: Choir Practice
  • Deleted and Alternate Scenes

Further below, after the break, you can find the trailer.

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Kevin Smith’s Dogma comes to 4K in December

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The 1999 film “Dogma” is finally coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray and 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook on December 9th via Lionsgate / Lionsgate Limited. Kevin Smith wrote, produced, directed, and co-starred in the movie. It starred Ben Affleck, Matt Damon, Linda Fiorentino, Salma Hayek, Chris Rock, Jason Mewes, Janeane Garofalo, Alanis Morissette, and Jason Lee. The film also co-starred the late Alan Rickman and George Carlin. It’s certainly worth noting that this movie is celebrating its 25th anniversary.

EDITORIAL NOTE: It’s also worth mentioning that this movie has been OOP (out of print) on the Blu-ray format for a long time. So, it’s great to see it will finally be back available on physical media.

The movie has received a new 4K restoration. The tech specs for the 4K UHD Blu-ray include a 2160p video presentation in a 2.39:1 aspect ratio with HDR10 and Dolby Atmos sound. The releases will both come as a “combo pack” with the Blu-ray Disc counterpart, as well as a digital copy of the movie included.

The 4K UHD Blu-ray is now available for preorder at Amazon. The standard 4K release will be available at other retailers. The 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook (pictured below in detail) is now available exclusively for preorder via Lionsgate Limited.

The 4K SteelBook will include one physical extra, a 25th-anniversary Dogma: Revelations of the Easily Offended booklet. The bonus materials included with both 4K releases are listed below.

  • NEW 4K-Only Special Features:
    • Revelations: Making Dogma
    • Establishing Shot with Robert Yeoman
    • Dogma Q&A
    • More Sermons from the Mount
  • 4K/BD Special Features:
    • Physical Media Introduction with Kevin Smith (New)
    • Original Theatrical Trailer
    • 25th-Anniversary Teaser & Theatrical Trailer
    • Audio Commentary with Kevin Smith, Ben Affleck, Jason Lee, Jason Mewes, Scott Mosier, and Vincent Pereira (Optional Video Hijinks on Blu-ray Only)
    • Technical Commentary with Kevin Smith, Scott Mosier, and Vincent Pereira
    • Deleted Scenes with Intros
    • Outtakes
    • Jay and Silent Bob Secret Stash Commercial
    • Judge Not: In Defense of Dogma (2001 Documentary)
    • Storyboards
    • Original PSP Introduction with Kevin Smith
    • ShoWest Convention Sizzle
    • Easter Egg: How Jay Thinks Kevin Directs
    • Easter Egg: How Kevin Directs
    • My Opinion by Mrs. Harriet Wise
    • UK Teaser Trailer
    • TV Spots (US/UK)

One Battle After Another on 4K and Blu-ray in January

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The 2025 film “One Battle After Another” is officially coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray on January 20th, 2026, via Warner Bros. Discovery Home Entertainment.

Paul Thomas Anderson directed and co-wrote the film. It stars Leonardo DiCaprio, Sean Penn, Benicio Del Toro, Teyana Taylor, Regina Hall, and Chase Infiniti. It’s certainly worth noting that this movie is “Certified Fresh” (by critics) and “Verified Hot” (by audiences) at Rotten Tomatoes.

The tech specs for the 4K UHD Blu-ray include a 2160p video presentation in a 1.85:1 aspect ratio with Dolby Vision (HDR10 compatible) and Dolby Atmos sound. Tech specs for the Blu-ray include a 1080p HD video presentation in a 1.85:1 aspect ratio with Dolby Atmos sound. Both releases will include a digital code (copy) compatible with Movies Anywhere.

The 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray are now available to preorder at Amazon. Also, you can find the 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray available to preorder at online retailer GRUV. A 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook will be released later in 2026. It’s already listed but not available yet at GRUV. Stay tuned for an update on that!

The “One Battle After Another” 4K UHD SteelBook (available Spring 2026) will contain a bonus disc with special features created by Anderson. (Note: The 4K UHD Blu-ray, Blu-ray, and DVD contain no special features.)

4K UHD, Blu-ray and DVD Street Date: January 20

4K UHD collectible SteelBook with special features: Spring 2026

So, you’ll have to wait until later next year (after January 20th) to get extras. Further below, after the break, you can find the trailer and the full press release.

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Snakes on a Plane is coming to 4K in January

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The 2006 film “Snakes on a Plane” comes to 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray in Limited Edition releases on January 20th, 2026, via Arrow Video. David R. Ellis directed the movie, which starred Samuel L. Jackson. It co-starred Julianna Margulies, Kenan Thompson, Nathan Phillips, Rachel Blanchard, Bobby Cannavale, and David Koechner.

Arrow Video has given the movie a new restoration. The tech specs for the 4K UHD Blu-ray include a 2160p video presentation in a 2.39:1 aspect ratio with Dolby Vision (HDR10 compatible) and lossless DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 surround sound. The Blu-ray tech specs include a 1080p HD video presentation in a 2.39:1 aspect ratio with DTS-HD MA 5.1 sound.

The 4K UHD Blu-ray Limited Edition and Blu-ray Limited Edition are now available for preorder at Amazon. You can also preorder directly via the Arrow Video website. The physical extras set to be included on these limited edition sets can be seen pictured below.

The bonus materials included on the releases are listed below.

  • NEW Audio commentary by critics Max Evry and Bryan Reesman
  • Archival cast and crew audio commentary, featuring director David R. Ellis, actor Samuel L. Jackson, producer Craig Berenson, associate producer Tawny Ellis, VFX supervisor Eric Henry, and second unit director Freddie Hice
  • Snakes on a Page, a brand new mini-documentary exploring the movie tie-in novelization phenomenon, featuring publisher Mark Miller, historian David Spencer and Christa Faust, author of the Snakes on a Plane novelization
  • Pure Venom, an archival feature on the making of the film, featuring interviews with the cast and crew
  • Meet the Reptiles, an archival featurette on the work of snake wrangler Jules Sylvester and the various snakes featured in the film
  • VFX, an archival featurette on the use of CGI to bring the snakes to life
  • Snakes on a Blog, an archival featurette on the online hype surrounding the film prior to its release
  • Snakes on a Plane music video
  • Making of the music video
  • Gag reel
  • Deleted and extended scenes
  • Trailers and TV Spots
  • Image gallery
  • Easter eggs
  • South Pacific Airlines safety instruction card
  • Reversible sleeve featuring two original artwork options
  • Collectors’ booklet featuring new writing by Daniel Burnett and Charlie Brigden

House on Haunted Hill gets a Remastered Blu-ray

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The 1959 film “House on Haunted Hill“ will get an “Archive Collection” Limited Edition Blu-ray release on December 16th via Film Masters, distributed by Allied Vaughn Entertainment. William Castle directed the film, which starred Vincent Price. It co-starred Carol Ohmart, Carolyn Craig, Richard Long, Alan Marshal, Julie Mitchum, and Elisha Cook Jr..

The movie has been newly restored. The tech specs include a 1080p HD Black & White video presentation in a 1.85:1 aspect ratio and lossless DTS-HD Master Audio 2.0 Mono sound.

The Archive Collection Limited Edition Blu-ray is now available for preorder at Amazon and MovieZyng. This limited edition Blu-ray will include a slipcover and a colored insert booklet with liner notes. There will also be a new Audio Commentary with Heath Holland, host of Cereal at Midnight.

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