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The 2026 film Primate is coming to Blu-ray in April

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Blu-ray cover for the movie 'Primate', featuring a dark, stylized image of a primate's face with vertical lines overlaying it and the title 'PRIMATE' in bright red at the top.
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The 2026 film “Primate” on Blu-ray Disc will arrive on April 21st via Paramount Home Media Distribution.

Johannes Roberts directed, executive-produced, and co-wrote the movie. It stars Johnny Sequoyah, Jess Alexander, Victoria Wyant, Benjamin Cheng, Gia Hunter, and Troy Kotsur. It’s worth noting that this film is “Certified Fresh” (based on critics’ reviews) at Rotten Tomatoes.

The tech specs for the Blu-ray include a 1080p HD video presentation in a 2.39:1 aspect ratio and Dolby Atmos sound. The release will come with a digital code (copy) of the movie, presumably redeemable via AppleTV and/or Fandango at Home.

You can find that the Blu-ray is now available to preorder at Amazon and Walmart. The bonus materials set to be included are listed below.

  • Audio Commentary by Writer/Director Johannes Roberts and Producer Walter Hamada
  • Primal Terror: Directing Primate
  • New Blood: The Faces of Primate
  • Creating Ben
  • Designing Paradise

Further below, after the break, you can find the movie’s trailer.

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The 2025 film Is This Thing On? comes to 4K in March

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Cover of the movie 'Is This Thing On?' featuring two characters smiling and enjoying a moment together.
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The 2025 film “Is This Thing On?“ is coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray on March 17th via Searchlight Pictures (Disney).

Bradley Cooper directed, co-wrote, and produced the motion picture. It stars Will Arnett and Laura Dern. The supporting cast includes Andra Day, Bradley Cooper, Sean Hayes, Amy Sedaris, Ciarán Hinds, Christine Ebersole, and Peyton Manning. It’s worth noting that this movie 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 a 1.66:1 aspect ratio with Dolby Vision (HDR10-compatible) high dynamic range and Dolby Atmos sound, on a BD-66 disc. The release will come as a 2-disc “combo pack” with its Blu-ray Disc counterpart (exclusively) included, along with a digital code (copy) of the movie compatible with Movies Anywhere. The tech specs for the [included] Blu-ray come with a 1080p HD video presentation in 1.66:1 aspect and lossless DTS-HD Master Audio 7.1 surround sound, on a BD-50 disc.

UPDATED: The 4K UHD Blu-ray is now available for preorder at Amazon.

The only bonus feature included with the release is listed below.

  • Mic Drop: Making Is This Thing On? – Go behind the scenes as filmmakers and cast open up about the inspirations behind this story of love, loss, and starting again. Get a glimpse into working with a remarkable ensemble and hear about how the team developed their comedy sets.

EDITORIAL NOTE: This 4K UHD Blu-ray and a DVD will be the only physical media releases for this particular motion picture. That essentially means that there will not [initially] be a standard [standalone] Blu-ray Disc release. If you want the movie to own, you’ll have to buy this physical 4K/Blu-ray combo pack. This is the first time that I can recall Disney opting for this strategy.

Further below, after the break, you can find the movie trailers and the full press release.

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The Housemaid arrives on 4K and Blu-ray in March

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Promotional poster for the movie 'The Housemaid' featuring three main characters: two women with long hair and a man in the center, set against a red background.
Movie poster for 'The Housemaid' featuring Sydney Sweeney, Amanda Seyfried, and Brian Sklenar. The title is prominently displayed in red text.
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The 2025 film “The Housemaid” is coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray on March 17th via Lionsgate.

Paul Feig directed the movie. It stars Sydney Sweeney, Amanda Seyfried, and Brandon Sklenar. The film co-stars Michele Morrone, Elizabeth Perkins, Megan Ferguson, and Ellen Tamaki. It’s certainly worth noting that this movie is “Certified Fresh” (based on critics’ reviews) and “Verified Hot” (based on audiences) at 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) high dynamic range and Dolby Atmos sound. Tech specs for the Blu-ray include a 1080p HD video presentation in a 2.39:1 aspect ratio with Dolby Atmos sound. The 4K UHD Blu-ray will come as a 2-disc “combo pack” with its Blu-ray Disc counterpart included. Each includes a digital code (copy) of the movie.

You can find the [standard] 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray available for preorder at Amazon. Also, there will be an Amazon–exclusive 4K UHD Blu-ray release, featuring different packaging (pictured below). It should be released on the same day [3/17].

Cover art and DVD disc for the movie 'The Housemaid', featuring actors Sidney Sweeney and Amanda Seyfried.

The bonus materials included on the 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray releases are listed below.

  • Audio Commentary with Director Paul Feig
  • “A Peek Inside” Featurette
  • Audio Commentary with Director Paul Feig and Creative Team
  • Deleted Scenes
  • From Page to Panic: Making The Housemaid
  • Theatrical Trailers
  • Secrets of the Winchester House: A Housemaid Tour

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

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The film Hamnet comes to 4K and Blu-ray in March

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A promotional image for the collector's edition of the film 'Hamnet,' directed by Chloe Zhao, featuring actors Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal. The cover shows the characters in a lush, green environment, surrounded by plants.
Blu-ray cover of the movie 'Hamnet', featuring the title prominently along with the names of the cast Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal, set against a backdrop of greenery.
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The 2025 film “Hamnet” is coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray on March 3rd via Universal Studios Home Entertainment.

Chloé Zhao directed, executive-produced, and co-wrote the screenplay for the motion picture. The movie is based on the novel (of the same title) written by Maggie O’Farrell. O’Farrell also actually co-wrote the script. Steven Spielberg and Sam Mendes both served as producers. The movie starred Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal. Its supporting cast included Justine Mitchell, Emily Watson, David Wilmot, James Lintern, Joe Alwyn, Zac Wishart, and Freya Hannan-Mills. It’s worth noting that this is “Certified Fresh” (by critics) and “Verified Hot” (by audiences) on Rotten Tomatoes.

UPDATED: The tech specs for the 4K UHD Blu-ray have now been detailed. It will include a 2160p video presentation in a 1.78:1 aspect ratio with Dolby Vision (HDR10-compatible) high dynamic range and Dolby Atmos sound, on a BD-100 disc. The tech specs for the Blu-ray include a 1080p HD video presentation in a 1.78:1 aspect ratio and Dolby Atmos sound, on a BD-50 disc.

The 4K UHD Blu-ray will come as a 2-disc “combo pack” with its Blu-ray Disc counterpart included. Both releases will feature a digital code (copy) of the film compatible with Movies Anywhere.

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

  • Audio Commentary by Chloé Zhao
  • Featurettes:
    • Family is Forever
    • Cultivating Creativity
    • Recreating the Tudor Period

The 2025 film Rental Family on Blu-ray in February

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Blu-ray cover for the film 'Rental Family' featuring a group of five characters sitting together on a subway train, with a cityscape visible in the background.
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The 2025 film “Rental Family“ is coming to Blu-ray Disc on February 17th via Searchlight Pictures (Disney).

The movie was directed and co-written by Hikari. It stars Brendan Fraser. The supporting cast includes Takehiro Hira, Mari Yamamoto, Akira Emoto, and Shannon Mahina Gorman. It’s certainly worth noting that this movie is “Certified Fresh” (based on critics) and “Verified Hot” (based on audiences) at Rotten Tomatoes.

The tech specs for the Blu-ray include a 1080p HD video presentation in a 2.00:1 aspect ratio, accompanied by lossless DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 surround sound, on a BD-50 disc. The release will include a digital code (copy) of the film, compatible with Movies Anywhere.

UPDATED: The Blu-ray is now available for preorder at Amazon and Walmart. Bonus materials included with the release are listed below.

  • Featurette: Rental Family Revealed — Go behind the scenes with Brendan Fraser, director HIKARI, and the Japanese cast as they explore friendship, culture, found family, and filming in Japan in this intimate look at the making of Rental Family.
  • Deleted/Extended Scenes:
    • Columbus
    • Crying Session
    • Apology
    • Aiko’s First Client
    • Clearbright
    • Tickets
    • Audition
    • Phone Call

Further below, after the break, you can find the trailers for the home video and theatrical releases of the movie. Also, you can see the full press release announcing the home video release(s).

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Song Sung Blue is coming to Blu-ray in February

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Blu-ray cover of 'Song Sung Blue' featuring Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson, showcasing the movie title and collector's edition details.
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The 2025 film “Song Sung Blue” will be released on Blu-ray Disc on February 17th via Universal Studios Home Entertainment.

The movie was written, produced, and directed by Craig Brewer. It stars Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson. Its supporting cast includes Michael Imperioli, Jim Belushi, Fisher Stevens, Ella Anderson, and Mustafa Shakir. It’s certainly worth noting that this motion picture is rated both “Certified Fresh” (by critics) and “Verified Hot” (by audiences) on Rotten Tomatoes.

The tech specs for the Blu-ray include a 1080p HD video presentation in [primarily] a 1.85:1 aspect ratio with Dolby TrueHD 7.1 surround sound, on a BD-50 disc. The release will include a digital code (copy) of the movie, compatible with Movies Anywhere. UPDATED: You can now find the Blu-ray available for preorder at GRUV and Walmart. It’s not yet listed on Amazon, but stay tuned for an update.

The bonus materials set to be included are listed below.

  • EXTENDED PERFORMANCES:
    • Crunchy Granola Suite
    • Sweet Caroline
  • ONE PLUS ONE EQUALS THREE – There is no Lightning without Thunder. Watch as Hugh and Kate reminisce on their characters’ love story, co-dependency, and their undeniable electricity.
  • LIGHTNING IN THE BOTTLE – A love letter to the small-time performers, go behind the scenes with Writer/Director Craig Brewer to see how he brought SONG SUNG BLUE to life.
  • EYE FOR STYLE – In this featurette, Costume Designer Ernesto Martinez reveals the art of storytelling through stitch and style.
  • FEATURE COMMENTARY WITH WRITER/DIRECTOR CRAIG BREWER

Below, after the break, you can find the trailers for the film and the press release announcing it on home video.

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The 2025 film Good Boy comes to Blu-ray in March

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Blu-ray cover for the horror movie 'Good Boy', featuring a concerned dog and a shadowy hand reaching towards it.
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The 2025 film “Good Boy“ will be released on Blu-ray Disc on March 17th via Shudder / IFC Films (AMC).

Ben Leonberg co-wrote, produced, and directed the movie. It stars “Indy“ (the dog), Shane Jensen, Larry Fessenden, and Arielle Friedman. It’s worth noting that this movie is “Certified Fresh” based on critics’ reviews at Rotten Tomatoes.

The tech specs for the Blu-ray include a 1080p HD video presentation in a 2.00:1 aspect ratio and lossless DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 surround sound. The Blu-ray is now available for preorder at Amazon. The bonus materials (special features) included with the release are listed below.

  • Making-Of Featurette
  • Behind-the-Scenes Extras
  • Development Diary
  • Audio Commentary with Director Ben Leonberg & Producer Kari Fischer

Further below, after the break, you can find the official trailer for the film.

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Predator: Badlands comes to Blu-ray and 4K in February

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Cover art for the movie 'Predator: Badlands' featuring an intense scene with a predator creature and various characters in an action-packed environment.
Steelbook case of the game 'Predator: Badlands' featuring striking artwork on the cover and internal panels, with two game discs visible.
Blu-ray cover for 'Predator: Badlands' featuring a female character and a predator with a sword against a mountainous background.
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The 2025 film “Predator: Badlands” will be available on February 17th on 4K UHD Blu-ray, 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook, and Blu-ray via 20th Century Studios (Disney). Dan Trachtenberg co-wrote the story and directed the movie. It stars Dimitrius Schuster-Koloamatangi and Elle Fanning. It’s worth noting that this motion picture 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 2.39:1 aspect ratio with Dolby Vision (HDR10 compatible) and Dolby Atmos sound, on a BD-66 disc. Technical specifications for the Blu-ray include a 1080p HD video presentation in a 2.39:1 aspect ratio, accompanied by lossless DTS-HD Master Audio 7.1 surround sound, on a BD-50 disc. The 4K UHD Blu-ray and 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook will both be 2-disc “combo pack” releases, with the Blu-ray Disc counterpart included. All of the 4K and Blu-ray physical media releases will feature a digital code (copy) of the film, which is compatible with Movies Anywhere.

UPDATE: The 4K UHD Blu-ray, 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook, and Blu-ray are now available for preorder at Amazon. Also, you can find the 4K UHD Blu-ray, 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook, and Blu-ray available for preorder at Walmart.

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

  • Deleted & Pre-Visualization Scenes with Optional Audio Commentary:
    • Sand Trap – An early animatic version of Dek’s very different first encounter with Thia.
    • Squirt Canyon – The full version of Dek and Thia traversing the water-filled trench while trying to survive Genna…and each other.
    • Tessa vs. Abe – Tessa faces off against a superior synth in this deleted scene and storyline.
    • Razor Grass – The original previsualization of Dek, Thia, and Bud’s first hunt together…sort of.
    • The Outpost – Thia takes Dek to a small Weyland-Yutani field facility where they experience a few things that ended up being used elsewhere in the final film.
    • Super Power Loader Extended – Special additional moments during Dek’s climactic final battle with the Super Power Loader and the Kalisk.
  • Featurettes:
    • Embodying the Predator – Meet the talented team of designers, performers, and effects artists responsible for bringing one of cinema’s most terrifying creatures to life on screen in ways we’ve never seen before!
    • Authentic Synthetics – Get up close and personal with synths Thia and Tessa as star Elle Fanning walks us through the process of crafting two characters who may look the same but have evolved in surprisingly unique ways.
    • Building the Badlands – With razor sharp grass, killer trees, and terrifying animals, never has a planet been more deadly than Genna. Uncover how a team of artisans built this threatening landscape, transforming real locations into the dangerous environments seen on screen.
    • Dek of the Yautja – For the first time ever, director Dan Trachtenberg has given audiences an extended peek at Predator culture. Follow the evolution as filmmakers reveal the process behind developing the Yautja’s home world, spacecraft, and family dynamics.          
  • Audio Commentary: Watch the film with audio commentary by Director Dan Trachtenberg, Producer Ben Rosenblatt, Director of Photography Jeff Cutter and Stunt Coordinator Jacob Tomuri.

Further below, after the break, you can find the promotional trailer for the home video releases and the full press release.

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Killers of the Flower Moon on 4K and Blu-ray in March

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Movie poster for 'Killers of the Flower Moon' featuring a dark blue background, intricate designs of bones and a moon, and the film's title in a bold font at the bottom.
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The 2023 film “Killers of the Flower Moon” is officially coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray on March 24th via The Criterion Collection. Martin Scorsese directed, produced, and co-wrote the film. It starred Leonardo DiCaprio, Robert De Niro, Lily Gladstone, Jesse Plemons, John Lithgow, and Brendan Fraser. The movie was nominated for a total of ten Academy Awards (“Oscars”). It’s also worth noting that it was (and remains) “Certified Fresh” based on critics’ reviews at Rotten Tomatoes.

The movie has received a new 4K digital master, approved by director Martin Scorsese. 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 Dolby Atmos sound. The tech specs for the Blu-ray version include a 1080p HD video presentation in a 2.39:1 aspect ratio with Dolby Atmos sound. The 4K release will come as a 3-disc “combo pack” with its Blu-ray Disc counterpart and a special features bonus disc included. The Blu-ray release will be a 2-disc set.

The 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray are both now available for preorder at Amazon. Also, you can directly preorder each version via the Criterion website. The bonus materials included with each version are listed below.

  • NEW documentary featuring Scorsese, actors Leonardo DiCaprio and Lily Gladstone, author David Grann, Osage Nation Principal Chief Geoffrey Standing Bear, Osage cultural consultant John Williams, editor Thelma Schoonmaker, and other members of the cast and crew
  • “WahZhaZhe”: A Song for the Osage, a new documentary illuminating the film’s final shot, featuring Scorsese, Chief Standing Bear, and six members of the Osage Nation
  • Excerpted archival interview with director of photography Rodrigo Prieto
  • Excerpts from the 2023 Cannes Film Festival press conference featuring Scorsese, DiCaprio, Gladstone, Chief Standing Bear, and actor Robert De Niro
  • Short program on Noah Kemohah’s cover art
  • Trailer
  • English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing and English descriptive audio
  • PLUS: Essays by critic Vinson Cunningham and film programmer Adam Piron
  • New cover by Noah Kemohah
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