The 1950 film Harvey is coming to 4K in August

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The 1950 film “Harvey“ is coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray on August 19th via Universal Studios Home Entertainment. Henry Koster directed the movie. It starred James Stewart, Josephine Hull, Charles Drake, Cecil Kellaway, Victoria Horne, Wallace Ford, and Peggy Dow. It’s worth noting this motion picture is celebrating its 75th anniversary.

The tech specs for the 4K included a 2160p Black & White presentation in a 1.37:1 aspect ratio with Dolby Vision and HDR10 forms of high dynamic range. It will include lossless DTS-HD Master Audio 2.0 Mono sound on a BD-66 disc. The release will come as a “combo pack” with its Blu-ray Disc counterpart included as well as a digital copy, compatible with Movies Anywhere.

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

  • Special Introduction by Film Star James Stewart with Photographic Montage
  • Theatrical Trailer
  • 100 Years of Universal: The Carl Laemmle Era
  • 100 Years of Universal: The Lew Wasserman Era

The 1990 film The Two Jakes gets a 4K in August

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The 1990 film “The Two Jakes” is coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray on August 26th via KL Studio Classics. Jack Nicholson directed and starred in the movie. It co-starred Harvey Keitel, Meg Tilly, Madeleine Stowe, James Hong, and Eli Wallach.

The movie has received a new 4K master from a 4K scan of the 35mm original camera negative. The tech specs for the 4K include a 2160p video presentation in a 1.85:1 aspect ratio with lossless DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 surround and 2.0 stereo sound, on a BD-100 disc. The release will come as a “combo pack” with its Blu-ray Disc counterpart included.

You cannot yet find the 4K UHD Blu-ray available for preorder at Amazon, but stay tuned for an update on that. In the meantime, you can preorder directly via Kino Lorber’s website.

Bonus materials scheduled for inclusion on the release are listed below, organized by disc.

Disc 1 (4K UHD Blu-ray):

  • NEW Audio Commentary by Mystery Writer and Filmmaker Max Allan Collins with Film Historian and Host of Cereal at Midnight Podcast Heath Holland

Disc 2 (Blu-ray):

  • NEW Audio Commentary by Mystery Writer and Filmmaker Max Allan Collins with Film Historian and Host of Cereal at Midnight Podcast Heath Holland
  • Flying High with Jack: NEW Interview with Actor David Keith (9:06)
  • Time Changes Things – Editing The Two Jakes: NEW Interview with Editor Anne Goursaud (18:37)
  • Jack on Jake: Jack Nicholson Interview (18:20)
  • Theatrical Trailer (3:09)

The 2000 film Meet the Parents on 4K in August

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The 2000 film “Meet the Parents“ is coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray on August 12th, courtesy of Universal Studios Home Entertainment. Jay Roach directed this movie. It starred Robert De Niro, Ben Stiller, Blythe Danner, Teri Polo, and Owen Wilson. It’s worth noting that this motion picture remains “Certified Fresh” (based on critics) at Rotten Tomatoes.

The tech specs for the 4K include a 2160p video presentation in a 1.85:1 aspect ratio with Dolby Vision and HDR10 forms of high dynamic range. It will also include Dolby Atmos sound on a BD-100 disc. The 4K release will be a 2-disc “combo pack” with its Blu-ray Disc counterpart and a digital copy, compatible with Movies Anywhere, included.

The 4K UHD Blu-ray is now available for preorder at Amazon, GRUV, and Walmart. The Bonus materials set to be included with this release are listed below.

  • Spotlight on Location
  • Deleted Scenes
  • Outtakes
  • De Niro Unplugged
  • The Truth About Lying
  • Silly Cat Tricks
  • Jay Roach: A Director’s Profile
  • Theatrical Trailer
  • Feature Commentary with Director Jay Roach and Editor Jon Poll
  • Feature Commentary with Cast Members Robert De Niro and Ben Stiller, Director Jay Roach, and Producer Jane Rosenthal
  • Feature Commentary with Cast Members Robert De Niro, Ben Stiller, Director Jay Roach, and Producer Jane Rosenthal

Thunderbolts* on 4K and Blu-ray in July

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The 2025 film “Thunderbolts*” officially arrives on 4K UHD Blu-ray, 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook, and Blu-ray Disc on July 29th. The releases will be via Marvel Studios, owned and distributed by Disney. Jake Schreier directed this latest film in the “Marvel Cinematic Universe.” It stars Florence Pugh, David Harbour, Wyatt Russell, Sebastian Stan, Lewis Pullman, Hannah John-Kamen, and Julia Louis-Dreyfus. It’s certainly worth noting this film is “Certified Fresh” (by critics) and “Verified Hot” (by audiences) 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 and HDR10 forms of high dynamic range with Dolby Atmos sound. Tech specs for the Blu-ray include a 1080p HD video presentation in 2.39:1 aspect ratio with DTS-HD Master Audio 7.1 lossless surround sound. The 4K releases will both be 2-disc “combo pack” sets with the Blu-ray Disc counterpart included. Both the 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray releases will include a digital copy of the film, compatible with Movies Anywhere.

You cannot yet find the 4K UHD Blu-ray, 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook, or the Blu-ray available for preorder at Amazon. Stay tuned for an update on that.

The bonus materials set to be included with the 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray releases are listed below.

  • Deleted Scenes – Check out the scenes that didn’t make the final cut.
  • Assembling a Team to Remember – Spend a bit of quality time with the cast and crew of Thunderbolts* as they divulge how the film’s fictional team of superpowered mavericks, misfits and antiheroes was assembled.
  • Around the World and Back Again – Discover the eclectic locations and astounding production design that helped make Thunderbolts* a rousing reality, including a visit to the sprawling sets in Kuala Lumpur where we join Florence Pugh performing stunts atop one of planet Earth’s tallest buildings and blowing up buildings on the streets.
  • All About Bob, Sentry & The Void – Deep dive into the making of three different characters: Bob, Sentry, and The Void – all performed by Lewis Pullman.
  • Gag Reel – Enjoy fun outtakes on set with the cast and crew of Thunderbolts*.
  • Director’s Audio Commentary – Watch the film with audio commentary by director Jake Schreier.

Finally, it’s worth noting that a Blu-ray “pop-up” edition will also be available as an exclusive at retailer Walmart. It’s not yet available for preorder, but stay tuned for an update. Further below, after the break, you can find a promo trailer for the home video releases of this movie.

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The 2021 film The Little Things gets a 4K in July

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The 2021 film “The Little Things” is set to arrive on 4K UHD Blu-ray on July 8th via Warner Bros. Discovery Home Entertainment. John Lee Hancock wrote and directed this film. It starred Denzel Washington, Rami Malek, and Jared Leto.

The tech specs have not yet been fully detailed. However, you can likely expect a 2160p video presentation on the 4K in a 2.39:1 aspect ratio, accompanied by at least HDR10 and a lossless 5.1 surround sound mix. But stay tuned for an update on that. This will only include a 4K UHD Blu-ray disc. It will most undoubtedly also include the same bit of bonus materials found on the previously released Blu-ray. The 4K UHD Blu-ray is now available for preorder at Amazon.

The 1995 film Casper comes to 4K in August

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The 1995 film “Casper” arrives on 4K UHD Blu-ray and 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook on August 12th. Universal Studios Home Entertainment will be doing the releases. Brad Silberling directed the film. The movie starred Bill Pullman, Christina Ricci, Cathy Moriarty, Eric Idle, Ben Stein, and Don Novello. It’s worth noting that this motion picture is celebrating its 30th anniversary. Also, the movie was executive produced by Steven Spielberg with his company, Amblin Entertainment.

The tech specs for the 4K release include a 2160p video presentation in a 1.85:1 aspect ratio with Dolby Vision and HDR10 forms of high dynamic range. It will also include Dolby Atmos sound on a BD-100 disc. The 4K releases (standard and SteelBook) will both be a 2-disc “combo pack” with the Blu-ray Disc counterpart enclosed. A digital copy of the film, compatible with Movies Anywhere, will also be included.

The 4K UHD Blu-ray and 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook (pictured below) are now available for preorder at Amazon. Also, the 4K UHD Blu-ray and 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook are available for preorder at Walmart. Plus, the 4K UHD Blu-ray and 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook are available for preorder at online retailer GRUV.

4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook

The bonus materials set to be included with the 4K physical media releases are listed below.

  • 7 “Casper The Friendly Ghost” Original Theatrical Shorts:
    • “Casper’s Spree Under the Sea”
    • “Once Upon a Rhyme”
    • “Boo Hoo Baby”
    • “To Boo or Not to Boo”
    • “Boo Scout”
    • “Spooking with a Brogue”
    • “Penguin for Your Thoughts”
  • Revealing Casper
  • Deleted Scene
  • Feature Audio Commentary with Director Brad Silberling

The 1984 film This Is Spinal Tap on 4K in September

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The 1984 Mockumentary “This Is Spinal Tap” comes to 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray on September 16th via The Criterion Collection. Rob Reiner directed the film. It starred Michael McKean, Christopher Guest, and Harry Shearer. It also co-starred Rob Reiner, Bruno Kirby, Tony Hendra, Ed Begley Jr., and Fran Drescher.

The movie has received a new 4K digital restoration, approved by director Rob Reiner. The tech specs for the 4K include a 2160p video presentation in a 1.85:1 aspect ratio with Dolby Vision or HDR10 forms of high dynamic range. It will feature a lossless DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 surround sound mix and uncompressed Linear PCM 2.0 stereo. The tech specs for the Blu-ray Special Edition include a 1080p HD video presentation in a 1.85:1 aspect ratio with DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 surround and PCM 2.0 stereo sound. The 4K UHD release will come as a 2-disc “combo pack” with its Blu-ray Disc counterpart included.

The 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray Special Edition are not yet available for preorder at Amazon. Stay tuned for an update. You can, however, preorder directly via the Criterion website. The bonus materials set to be included with the releases are listed below.

  • Three audio commentaries: one with actors Christopher Guest, Michael McKean, and Harry Shearer; one with Reiner, producer Karen Murphy, and editors Robert Leighton and Kent Beyda; and one with band members Nigel Tufnel, David St. Hubbins, and Derek Smalls
  • New conversation between Reiner and actor Patton Oswalt
  • The Cutting Room Floor, featuring outtakes, alternate takes, and abandoned subplots
  • Spinal Tap: The Final Tour (1981)
  • Trailers, promotional spots, media appearances, music videos, and commercials
  • English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing
  • PLUS: An essay by critic Alex Pappademas
  • New cover by Dan Goldsworthy
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