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The John Woo film Once A Thief on 4K in January

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The 1991 film “Once A Thief“ is coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray on January 27th, 2026, via Hong Kong Cinema Classics / Shout! Studios. John Woo directed and co-wrote the film. It starred Chow Yun-Fat, Leslie Cheung, Cherie Chung, Kong Chu, and Kenneth Tsang.

This movie received a 4K scan from the original camera negative. 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), accompanied by Cantonese and English (dubbed) lossless DTS-HD Master Audio 2.0 Mono sound. It will also feature newly translated English subtitles.

The 4K UHD Blu-ray is now available for preorder at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and GRUV. For those of you who do not already know, GRUV is the new home for Shout! Factory [Shout! Studios] physical media release.

The 2-disc set will be a “combo pack” with a Blu-ray Disc counterpart included, featuring bonus materials listed below.

  • Audio Commentary with James Mudge (Hong Kong Film Critic at easternKicks)
  • Handling a Heist: Interview with Director John Woo
  • Thoughts About Thievery: Interview with Screenwriter Clifton Ko
  • Stealing Some Shots: Interview with Cinematographer Poon Hang-Sang
  • Interview with Producer Terence Chang
  • Interview with Editor David Wu
  • TBC Interview with One of Leslie Cheung’s Producers
  • Hong Kong Confidential: Inside Once A Thief with Author Grady Hendrix
  • Once a Star, Always an Icon: Film Critic Frank Djeng on Actor Leslie Cheung
  • Archival Interview with Actor Kenneth Tsang
  • Theatrical Trailer

The 1992 film Under Siege comes to 4K in January

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The 1992 film “Under Siege” is coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray in Limited Edition sets on January 6th via Arrow Video. Andrew Davis directed the movie that starred Steven Seagal. It co-starred Tommy Lee Jones, Gary Busey, Erika Eleniak, Patrick O’Neal, and Colm Meaney.

The movie has received a new 4K restoration from the original camera negative, approved by director Andrew Davis. 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), accompanied by Dolby Atmos and lossless 2.0 stereo sound. Tech specs for the Blu-ray include a 1080p HD video presentation in a 1.85:1 aspect ratio with Dolby Atmos and lossless 2.0 stereo sound.

The 4K UHD Blu-ray Limited Edition and Blu-ray Limited Edition are now available for preorder at Amazon. Also, you can find the 4K UHD Blu-ray Limited Edition and Blu-ray Limited Edition available to preorder directly via Arrow Video’s website. The bonus materials included with the limited edition releases are listed below.

  • NEW audio commentary with director Andrew Davis and writer J.F. Lawton
  • I’m on a Boat (With a Bomb), a newly filmed interview with director Andrew Davis
  • One of the Guys, a newly filmed interview with actor Erika Eleniak
  • A Tight Ship, a newly filmed interview with actor Damian Chapa
  • The Introvision Files, a newly filmed interview with visual effects supervisor William Mesa
  • Theatrical trailer
  • Reversible sleeve featuring two original artwork options
  • Collectors’ booklet featuring new writing on the film by Vern and a serial fiction by Martyn Pedler

The 1995 film Babe and sequel on 4K in December

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The 1995 film “Babe” and its 1998 sequel “Babe: Pig in the City” are coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray [individually] on December 16th via KL Studio Classics [Kino Lorber]. “Babe” (1995) was directed by Chris Noonan and produced and co-written by George Miller. The 1998 sequel [“Babe: Pig in the City”] was directed, produced, and co-written by George Miller. Actor James Cromwell co-starred in both films. The first motion picture was nominated for 7 Academy Awards (“Oscars”), and ended up winning for “Best Effects, Visual Effects.”

Both movies have received new 4K scans from the 35mm original camera negative(s). The tech specs [for each film] on 4K UHD Blu-ray include a 2160p video presentation in a 1.85:1 aspect ratio, accompanied by Dolby Vision (HDR10 compatible), and lossless 5.1 and 2.0 stereo sound, all on a BD-100 disc [for each]. The audio should be in DTS-HD Master Audio. Each release will come as a 2-disc “combo pack” with its Blu-ray Disc counterpart included.

The 4K UHD Blu-rays for “Babe” and “Babe: Pig in the City” are not yet available for preorder on Amazon, but stay tuned for an update. You can preorder “Babe” and “Babe: Pig in the City” on 4K directly from Kino Lorber’s website. The bonus materials for the films are listed below, each sorted by disc.

“Babe” Disc 1 (4K UHD Blu-ray):

  • NEW Audio Commentary by Film Historian/Writer Julie Kirgo and Writer/Filmmaker Peter Hankoff
  • Audio Commentary by Writer/Producer George Miller

“Babe” Disc 2 (Blu-ray):

  • NEW Audio Commentary by Film Historian/Writer Julie Kirgo and Writer/Filmmaker Peter Hankoff
  • Audio Commentary by Writer/Producer George Miller
  • That’ll do, Pig: NEW Interview with Actor James Cromwell (18:17)
  • Making Pigs Talk: NEW Interview with George Miller
  • The Making of Babe: Featurette (3:56)
  • George Miller on Babe: Featurette (6:19)
  • Theatrical Trailer

“Babe: Pig in the City” Disc 1 (4K UHD Blu-ray):

  • NEW Audio Commentary by Film Historian/Writer Julie Kirgo and Writer/Filmmaker Peter Hankoff

“Babe: Pig in the City” Disc 2 (Blu-ray):

  • NEW Audio Commentary by Film Historian/Writer Julie Kirgo and Writer/Filmmaker Peter Hankoff
  • A Darker World: NEW Interview with George Miller
  • Theatrical Trailer

Lastly, it’s worth noting that a “Babe” / “Babe: Pig in the City” Double Feature release on Blu-ray will also be available on December 16th via KL Studio Classics. It’s not yet available for preorder at Amazon, but stay tuned for an update. It is now available to preorder directly via Kino Lorber’s website. This is a 2-disc set, with the contents listed above and 1080p HD video presentations.

The 1991 film Thunderheart comes to 4K in January

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The 1991 film “Thunderheart“ is coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray on January 13th, 2026, via Sony Pictures Home Entertainment. Michael Apted directed the film, which starred the late Val Kilmer, Sam Shepard, and Graham Greene. It co-starred Fred Ward, Fred Thompson, and Sheila Tousey.

The cinematographer Roger Deakins has approved this 4K presentation. 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) high dynamic range, along with lossless DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 and 2.0 surround sound. This release will come with a digital copy, likely compatible with Movies Anywhere. Although that has yet to be confirmed.

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

  • Commentary with Screenwriter John Fusco
  • Theatrical Trailer

Further below, after the break, you can find the official announcement about the upcoming 4K physical media release of the film.

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The 2011 film Paul arrives on 4K in November

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The 2011 science fiction/comedy “Paul“ is coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray on November 18th via KL Studios Classics [Kino Lorber]. Greg Mottola directed the film. It starred Simon Pegg, Nick Frost, and featured the voice talent of Seth Rogen. It also co-starred Jason Bateman, Kristin Wiig, Bill Hader, Sigourney Weaver, Jane Lynch, and Jeffrey Tambor.

The theatrical cut of the movie has received a new 4K scan of the 35mm original camera negative (approved by Director Greg Mottola). The tech specs for the 4K UHD Blu-ray include a 2160p video presentation in a 2.35:1 aspect ratio with Dolby Vision (HDR10 compatible) with lossless DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 surround and 2.0 stereo sound, on a BD-100 disc.

The 4K UHD Blu-ray is now available for preorder at Amazon and Walmart. It was just added, so it’s at its MSRP, and you can expect that price to drop. Also, you can preorder directly via Kino Lorber’s website.

The bonus materials set to be included on this 3-disc “combo pack” with its Blu-ray Counterparts (of both cuts) included are listed below, sorted by disc.

Disc 1 (4K UHD Blu-ray):

  • Theatrical Cut [in 4K]
  • Audio Commentary with Director Greg Mottola, Actors Simon Pegg, Nick Frost and Bill Hader and Producer Nira Park

Disc 2 (Blu-ray):

  • Theatrical Cut [in HD]
  • Audio Commentary with Director Greg Mottola, Actors Simon Pegg, Nick Frost and Bill Hader and Producer Nira Park
  • Between the Lightning Strikes: The Making of Paul Documentary (40:04)
  • The Evolution of Paul: Featurette (15:05)
  • Simon’s Silly Face: Featurette (1:20)
  • Who the Hell is Adam Shadowchild?: Featurette (2:10)

Disc 3 (Blu-ray:

  • UNRATED Cut [in HD]
  • Behind-the-Scenes: Featurette (62:49)
  • Bloopers (10:51)
  • 3 Theatrical Trailers (7:29)
  • 5 US TV Spots (2:25)
  • 4 UK TV Spots (1:59)

And last, but not least, this part is always so fun to cite my original social media posts. Anyone telling me that I didn’t report it early enough is sure to look like a fool. Here, I decide when I report the news. It gets reported in various forms. This particular title lacked a preorder until just an hour ago.

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The 2006 film Nacho Libre gets a 4K in December

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The 2006 film “Nacho Libre” is officially making its debut on 4K UHD Blu-ray on December 9th via KL Studio Classics (Kino Lorber). Jared Hess co-wrote and directed the movie. It starred Jack Black, Ana de la Reguera, Héctor Jiménez, Darius Rose, Moises Arias, and Cesar Gonzalez.

This has received a 4K Scan of the 35mm original camera negative. The tech specs for the 4K UHD Blu-ray include a 2160p video presentation in a 1.85:1 ratio with Dolby Vision (HDR10 compatible), high dynamic range, and lossless DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 surround and 2.0 stereo sound, on a BD-100 disc. This release will come as a 2-disc “combo pack” with its Blu-ray Disc counterpart included.

The 4K UHD Blu-ray is not yet available for preorder at Amazon or Walmart. Nevertheless, stay tuned for an update on that soon. In the meantime, you can preorder directly via Kino Lorber’s website. The bonus materials set to be included on the release are listed below, sorted by disc.

Disc 1 (4K UHD Blu-ray):

  • Audio commentary by Star Jack Black, Writer/Director Jared Hess and Co-Writer/Producer Mike White

Disc 2 (Blu-ray):

  • Audio commentary by Star Jack Black, Writer/Director Jared Hess and Co-Writer/Producer Mike White
  • Enter Sister Encarnacion: NEW Interview with Actress Ana de la Reguera
  • Detras de la Camara: Featurette (28:33)
  • Jack Black Unmasked!: Featurette (12:36)
  • Exterior – Hacienda – Night: Featurette (14:58)
  • Interior – Lucha Libre Ring – Night: Featurette (15:15)
  • Lucha Libre: Featurette (3:13)
  • Hencho en Mexico: Featurette (2:27)
  • Moviefone Unscripted with Jack Black and Héctor Jiménez: Featurette (9:12)
  • Jack Sings Behind-the-Scenes: La Cancion de Ramses
  • La Cancion de Encarnacion (6:17)
  • 3 Deleted Scenes (9:12)
  • 3 Promo Spots (1:33)
  • Theatrical Trailer (2:09)

Lastly, since people on social media like to determine what is “old news” and not an actual news site, I always like to include one of the first social media posts I did about this. You have to understand, it sometimes takes a while before there’s artwork, tech specs, details about bonus materials, and preorder listings. So, here at HDDN, the news isn’t just thrown out there to try to beat everyone else to gain clout. I do acknowledge certain websites like to rush news out. However, over the past 18 years, I’ve not done that much (if at all), and I don’t plan to anytime soon. I fully report the news once all the details are there.

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The 1990 film Awakenings comes to 4K in December

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The 1990 film “Awakenings“ is finally coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray on December 9th via Sony Pictures Home Entertainment. Penny Marshall directed the movie, which was nominated for 3 Academy Awards (“Oscars”). It starred Robert De Niro and the late Robin Williams. It co-starred John Heard, Julie Kavner, Penelope Ann Miller, and Max Von Sydow.

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) high dynamic range, accompanied by Dolby Atmos, as well as lossless DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 and 2.0 surround sound. The release will include a digital copy compatible with Movies Anywhere.

UPDATED: The 4K UHD Blu-ray is available for preorder at Amazon. Also, the 4K UHD Blu-ray is now available for preorder at online retailer GRUV.

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

  • Making-Of Featurette
  • Archival Interviews with Cast and Crew
  • Theatrical Trailer

Further below, after the break, you can find the full press release announcing this upcoming 4K UHD Blu-ray.

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The 1989 John Woo film The Killer on 4K in December

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The 1989 film “The Killer“ is coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray in a “Deluxe Limited Edition” on December 2nd via Hong Kong Cinema Classics, distributed by Shout! Studios. The movie was written, produced, and directed by filmmaker John Woo. It starred Chow Yun-Fat, Danny Lee, Sally Yeh, Chu Kong, and Tsang Kong.

The motion picture has received a new 4K Scan from the original camera negative. 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), accompanied by Cantonese DTS-HD Master Audio 2.0 Mono and English (dubbed) DTS-HD MA 2.0 Mono sound mixes. The English dub will feature optional English subtitles, newly translated for this release. This 3-disc set will be a “combo pack” including a Blu-ray with the HD counterpart as well as a second Blu-ray for bonus materials.

The 4K UHD Blu-ray Deluxe Limited Edition is now available for preorder at Amazon, GRUV, and Walmart. Also, you can preorder directly via the ShoutFactory website. Below you can find a glimpse at the physical packaging and extra in the form of a 52-page booklet (featuring four expert essays and extensive art), as well as a reversible artwork sleeve.

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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 With Director John Woo And Film Journalist Drew Tayler
  • NEW Audio Commentary With Critic And Author David West
  • Audio Commentary With Director John Woo And Producer Terence Chang (Recorded By The Criterion Collection)

Disc 2 (Blu-ray):

  • NEW Audio Commentary With Director John Woo And Film Journalist Drew Tayler
  • NEW Audio Commentary With Critic And Author David West
  • Audio Commentary With Director John Woo And Producer Terence Chang (Recorded By The Criterion Collection)

Disc 3 (Blu-ray):

  • NEW “The Hero Of Heroic Bloodshed: A John Woo Documentary” – A Feature Length Documentary On The Cinema Of Hong Kong’s Iconic Director, Featuring New Interviews With John Woo, Stuntman Bruce Law , Producer Michael Colleary, Writer Mike Werb, Producer Lori Tilkin de Felice, Director Roel Reiné, And Many More!
  • NEW “A Bullet Ballet” – An Interview With Director John Woo
  • NEW “My Kind Of Hero” – An Interview With Producer Terence Chang
  • NEW “Editing The Killer” – An Interview With Editor David Wu
  • NEW “Hong Kong Confidential” – An Inside The Killer With Author Grady Hendrix
  • Deleted And Extended Scenes
  • Trailers
  • Image Gallery

Scooby-Doo on Zombie Island Terror Time Blu-ray

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The 1998 animated film “Scooby-Doo on Zombie Island“ comes to Blu-ray via a “Terror Time Collector’s Edition” set on October 28th via Warner Bros. Discovery Home Entertainment. Jim Stenstrum directed the straight-to-video movie. It featured the voice talents of Scott Innes, Billy West, Mary Kay Bergman, Frank Welker, B.J. Ward, Adrienne Barbeau, Tara Strong, and Mark Hamill.

The tech specs for the release include a 1080p HD video presentation in a 1.37:1 (or perhaps 1.33:1) aspect ratio with lossless DTS-HD Master Audio 2.0 stereo sound, on a BD-50 disc. The Terror Time Collector’s Edition Blu-ray is now available for preorder at Amazon.

The release will include some physical extras (pictured below) and the following bonus materials.

  • Collectible O-card slipcover
  • Clear Blu-ray case with interior artwork and chapter list inside
  • Audio commentary by filmmaker and Scooby historian Matt Dugan
  • Official Trailer
  • 12-page Collectible Booklet filled with images and an essay written by Matt Dugan
  • Limited Edition “Terror Time” packaging

EDITORIAL NOTE: This is not the first time that this movie has been available on the Blu-ray format. In fact, it was released just last year (in 2024) via Warner Archive in a double-feature.

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