The 2024 film Speak No Evil on 4K in September

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The 2024 film Speak No Evil is set to arrive on 4K UHD Blu-ray on September 16th via Universal Studios Home Entertainment. James Watkins directed and co-wrote the movie. It starred James McAvoy, Mackenzie Davis, Scoot McNairy, Aisling Franciosi, and Alix West Lefler. It’s worth noting this movie is “Certified Fresh” based on reviews by critics at Rotten Tomatoes.

The tech specs for the 4K include a 2160p video presentation in a 2.39:1 aspect ratio, accompanied by Dolby Vision and HDR10 with Dolby Atmos sound, on a BD-66 disc. The 2-disc release will come as a “combo pack” with its Blu-ray Disc counterpart, as well as a digital copy compatible with Movies Anywhere will be included.

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

  • Nuclear Families
  • A Horrifying Crescendo
  • The Farmhouse of Horrors
  • Feature Audio Commentary with Writer/Director James Watkins

Cinderella Man is coming to 4K in September

Commissions Earned

The 2005 film Cinderella Man is coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray on September 16th, courtesy of Universal Studios Home Entertainment. Ron Howard directed and produced the film along with Brian Grazer. It starred Russell Crowe, Renee Zellweger, Paul Giamatti, Craig Bierko, Bruce McGill, and Paddy Considine. The movie was nominated for a total of three Academy Awards. It’s also worth noting that it holds a “Certified Fresh” rating from critics on Rotten Tomatoes.

The tech specs for the 4K include a 2160p video presentation in a 2.35:1 aspect ratio with Dolby Vision and HDR10 along with Dolby Atmos sound, on a BD-100 disc. The 2-disc release will come as a “combo pack” with its Blu-ray Disc counterpart included. A digital copy compatible with Movies Anywhere will also be included.

The 4K UHD Blu-ray is now available for preorder at Amazon. The following bonus materials will be included with this release.

  • “The Man, The Movie, The Legend: A Filmmaking Journey” – Director Ron Howard and actor Russell Crowe discuss the intricate process of transforming Russell Crowe into Jim Braddock.
  • “Ringside Seats” – The filmmakers give a blow-by-blow commentary on the original Baer-Braddock fight.
  • Deleted Scenes with Commentary by Director Ron Howard
  • The Fight Card: Casting Cinderella Man
  • For the Record: A History of Boxing
  • Jim Braddock: The Friends & Family Behind the Legend
  • Pre-Fight Preparations
  • Lights, Camera, Action: The Fight from Every Angle
  • Russell Crowe’s Personal Journey: Becoming Jim Braddock
  • Braddock vs. Baer Fight Footage
  • The Sound of the Bell
  • Cinderella Man Music Featurette
  • The Human Face of the Depression
  • Photo Montage
  • Kodak Cinderella Man Gallery
  • Feature Audio Commentary with Director Ron Howard
  • Feature Audio Commentary with Co-Writer Akiva Goldsman
  • Feature Audio Commentary with Co-Writer Cliff Hollingsworth

2025 Lilo & Stitch on 4K on Blu-ray in August

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The 2025 live-action film adaptation of “Lilo & Stitch” is coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook and Blu-ray on August 26th via Disney.  Dean Fleischer Camp directed the movie. It stars Sydney Elizebeth Agudong, Billy Magnussen, Tia Carrere, Hannah Waddingham, and Chris Sanders. It also stars Courtney B. Vance, Zach Galifianakis, and Maia Kealoha. It’s worth noting that this movie is “Verified Hot” (by audiences) on Rotten Tomatoes.

The tech specs for the 4K include a 2160p video presentation in a 2.39:1 aspect ratio with Dolby Vision and HDR10 as well as Dolby Atmos sound, on a BD-66 disc. The tech specs for the Blu-ray include a 1080p HD video presentation in a 2.39:1 aspect ratio with lossless DTS-HD Master Audio 7.1 surround sound, on a BD-50 disc. The 4K and Blu-ray will both come as a 2-disc “combo pack” with the 4K getting its Blu-ray counterpart and the Blu-ray getting its DVD counterpart. Both releases will include a digital copy of the film compatible with Movies Anywhere.

You cannot yet find the 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook (pictured below in detail) or the Blu-ray available for preorder at Amazon or Walmart yet. Stay tuned for an update.

4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook

The bonus materials set to be included with the physical media releases are listed below.

  • Deleted Scenes:
    • Nani Cleans Up
    • My Name is Nani
  • ‘Ohana Means Family: Making Lilo & Stitch – Learn how an animated classic becomes an instant live-action favorite. Explore the challenges of bringing Stitch into the real world, how the familiar images of the original were recreated, and join returning cast members on a set that embodies ‘ohana.
  • Drawn to Life – Check out scenes from the animated original film alongside their live-action counterparts to see how these beloved key moments were faithfully recreated. And uncover some easter eggs along the way!
  • Bloopers – Take a look at some of the fun mishaps on set with the cast of crew of Lilo & Stitch.
  • Scenes with Stitch – Hear Stitch talk about some of his favorite scenes as he watches the movie play.
    • Escape To Earth
    • Feeding Fish
    • Hula Performance
    • Stitch Gets Named
    • Bath Time
    • Watch This

Clown in a Cornfield on 4K and Blu-ray September

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The 2025 Shudder original movie “Clown in a Cornfield” is coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook and Blu-ray on September 9th via RLJE Films. Eli Craig directed and co-wrote the movie. It stars Katie Douglas, Aaron Abrams, Carson MacCormac, Vincent Muller, Kevin Durand, and Will Sasso. It’s worth noting that this film is “Certified Fresh” (based on critics) at Rotten Tomatoes.

The tech specs for the 4K include a 2160p video presentation in a 2.39:1 aspect ratio with at least lossless 5.1 surround sound. Although we have yet to get any official confirmation if the 4K release will include HDR10 form of high dynamic range, it would be expected; however, stay tuned for an update. Tech specs for the Blu-ray include a 1080p HD video presentation in a 2.39:1 aspect ratio with DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 surround sound. The 4K SteelBook release will come as a 2-disc “combo pack” with its Blu-ray Disc counterpart also included.

The 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook and Blu-ray are now available for preorder at Amazon. The bonus materials set to be included with the release are listed below.

  • Audio Commentary with Director Eli Craig, Clown in a Cornfield Author Adam Cesare, Carson MacCormac (Cole Hill), and Katie Douglas (Quinn Maybrook)
  • Trailers

The 1985 Western Silverado comes to 4K in October

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The 1985 Western genre film Silverado is coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook for the first time on October 7th, courtesy of Sony Pictures Home Entertainment. Lawrence Kasdan directed and co-wrote the film with his brother Mark Kasdan. The movie starred Kevin Kline, Scott Glenn, Rosanna Arquette, John Cleese, Kevin Costner, Brian Dennehy, Danny Glover, Jeff Goldblum, and Linda Hunt.

The motion picture has been restored from the original camera negative (OCN). The 4K tech specs include a 2160p video presentation in a 2.39:1 aspect ratio with Dolby Vision and HDR10 forms of high dynamic range. The audio on the 4K will be presented in Dolby Atmos, as well as with optional lossless DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 and 2.0 surround sound. The 2-disc release will come as a “combo pack” with its Blu-ray Disc counterpart included. A digital copy, presumably compatible with Movies Anywhere, will be included with this release.

UPDATED: You can now find the 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook available for preorder at Amazon. The bonus materials set to be included with the release are listed below.

  • Theatrical Trailer [only on 4K]
  • Along the Silverado Trail: A Western Historian’s Commentary
  • A Return to Silverado with Kevin Costner Featurette
  • The Making of Silverado Featurette

Below, after the break, you can find the full press release announcing this upcoming release.

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Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World 4K

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The 2003 film Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World is coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook on August 5th via Disney (20th Century Studios). Peter Weir directed and co-wrote the movie. It starred Russell Crowe, Paul Bettany, James D’Arcy, Chris Larkin, and Billy Boyd. It’s certainly worth noting that, even to this day, this movie is “Certified Fresh” by critics on Rotten Tomatoes.

The movie has been restored and remastered from the original elements. The tech specs for the 4K include a 2160p video presentation in a 2.39:1 aspect ratio with Dolby Vision and HDR10 forms of high dynamic range. It will also include Dolby Atmos sounds. The 2-disc release will be a “combo pack” also featuring its Blu-ray Disc counterpart. The release will also include a digital copy compatible with Movies Anywhere.

You can find the 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook available for preorder at Amazon and Walmart. Below, you can find a glimpse at the packaging and discs for this release.

The bonus materials set to be included with the release are listed below.

  • Deleted Scenes
  • Historical and Geographical Trivia Track
  • Pop-Up Map

Further below, after the break, you can find the press release.

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M3GAN 2.0 comes to 4K and Blu-ray in September

Commissions Earned

The 2025 sequel “M3GAN 2.0” is coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray on September 23rd via Universal Studios Home Entertainment. It will also arrive on 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook (pictured in the center above). Gerard Johnstone directed and co-wrote the film. It stars Allison Williams, Violet McGraw, Ivanna Sakhno, and Jemaine Clement. The home video releases will include both an UNRATED cut and the theatrical version.

The tech specs for the 4K include a 2160p video presentation in a 2.39:1 aspect ratio with HDR10 and Dolby Atmos sound, on a BD-100 disc. Technical specifications for the Blu-ray include a 1080p HD video presentation in a 2.39:1 aspect ratio, accompanied by Dolby Atmos sound, on a BD-50 disc. The 4K release will come as a 2-disc “combo pack” with its Blu-ray Disc counterpart included. Both the 4K and Blu-ray releases will include a digital copy of the film compatible with Movies Anywhere.

PREORDER LINKS:

The 4K UHD Blu-ray, 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook, and Blu-ray are available for preorder at Amazon. You can also find the 4K UHD Blu-ray, 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook, and Blu-ray available for preorder at retailer Walmart. Additionally, you can find the 4K UHD Blu-ray, 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook, and Blu-ray available for preorder at online retailer GRUV.

The following bonus materials will be included on both the 4K and Blu-ray releases.

  • UNRATED VERSION – Upgraded with enhanced kills, deleted scenes and more blood & carnage, see the unrated version that was too gruesome for theaters!
  • Total Upgrade: Making M3GAN 2.0 – Equipped with some killer upgrades, the team that unleashed M3GAN returns. Cast and crew take you through the artistry and craftsmanship that went into building a bigger, badder, and bloodier sequel.
  • Droid DNA – Unveil M3GAN 2.0 as she prepares to tackle rogue military asset Amelia. Go behind the scenes and see the puppetry, technology, and animatronics that brought these deadly droids to life.
  • The Art of Slaying – The cast and stunt team discuss creating and executing the film’s most explosive and gruesome action sequences. Special effects and prop teams go into the gory details that make up the guts of the film.
  • Scene Breakdown: Embrace AI Convention – From a dance battle to a blood fest, this breakdown will show how each department worked together to create this epic and deadly sequence.
Commissions Earned

Lastly, it is certainly worth noting that there will be a “M3GAN 2-Movie Bestie Bundle” available on 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray (pictured above). You can find both of those available for preorder at Amazon. You can also find that bundle on 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray available for preorder at online retailer GRUV. These sets will also be available on September 23rd and include the first film (from 2022), as well as this sequel.

Coal Miner’s Daughter comes to 4K in September

Commissions Earned

The 1980 film “Coal Miner’s Daughter” is coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray on September 9th via Universal Studios Home Entertainment. Michael Apted directed the movie, which won an Academy Award for “Best Actress in a Leading Role.” It starred Sissy Spacek, Tommy Lee Jones, Levon Helm, Beverly D’Angelo, and William Sanderson.

The tech specs for the 4K include a 2160p video presentation in a 1.85:1 aspect ratio with HDR10 and Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos sound, on a BD-66 disc. The 2-disc release will come as a “combo pack” with its Blu-ray Disc counterpart included, along with a digital copy compatible with Movies Anywhere.

You cannot yet find the 4K UHD Blu-ray available for preorder at Amazon or Walmart, but stay tuned for an update. However, you can find the 4K UHD Blu-ray available for preorder at online retailer GRUV. And, no, I’m not earning a commission yet on even those GRUV sales. The release will include the following bonus materials.

  • Tommy Lee Jones Remembers Coal Miner’s Daughter
  • Interview with Loretta Lynn and Director Michael Apted
  • President George H.W. Bush Sr. Salutes AFI and Coal Miner’s Daughter
  • Feature Audio Commentary with Sissy Spacek and Director Michael Apted

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