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The 2000 film The Patriot gets a 4K SteelBook in June

A steelbook edition of the movie 'The Patriot', featuring artwork of characters and scenes from the film. Two DVDs are visible on the front, along with vibrant artwork on the steelbook covers that include patriotic themes and imagery.


Roland Emmerich directed the film. It starred Mel Gibson, Heath Ledger, Joely Richardson, Jason Isaacs, Chris Cooper, and Tom Wilkinson. The movie was nominated for a total of 3 “Oscars” (Academy Awards).

This release will come as a 2-disc set with two 4K UHD Blu-ray discs. The first disc will contain the theatrical [165-minute] cut, and the second disc will contain the UNRATED [175-minute] version. Tech specs for the release include a 2160p video presentation in a 2.39:1 aspect ratio with Dolby Vision (HDR10 compatible) form of high dynamic range. Audio will be presented in Dolby Atmos and lossless 5.1 DTS-HD Master Audio. This will be the first time the unrated version of the film is available in 4K, and the first time either version is available with 12-bit Dolby Vision. The release will include a digital copy of the movie, compatible with Movies Anywhere.

UPDATED: You can now preorder the 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook on Amazon. The bonus materials with this release are listed below, sorted by disc.

Disc 1 (4K UHD Blu-ray):

  • 165-minute Theatrical version of the film presented in 4K resolution with Dolby Vision
  • English Dolby Atmos + English 5.1
  • Special Features:
    • Director & Producer Commentary
    • The Art of War Featurette
    • The True Patriots Featurette
    • Theatrical Trailer

Disc 2 (4K UHD Blu-ray):

  • 175-minute Unrated version of the film presented in 4K resolution with Dolby Vision
  • English Dolby Atmos + English 5.1
  • Special Features:
    • 7 Deleted Scenes with Commentary
    • Visual Effects Featurette
    • Conceptual Art to Film Comparisons

The 2001 film A Knight’s Tale on 4K in May

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The 2001 film A Knight’s Tale arrives on 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook on May 20th via Sony Pictures Home EntertainmentBrian Helgeland wrote and directed the movie, which starred Heath Ledger, Mark Addy, Rufus Sewell, Paul Bettany, and Alan Tudyk.

This 4K release will include the Theatrical Version – 132 min (PG-13) and Extended Version – 144 min (Unrated). Both versions have received a restoration from the original camera negative. The picture & audio were approved by the director (Brian Helgeland). The tech specs for the 4K include a 2160p video presentation in the 2.39:1 aspect ratio with Dolby Vision (or HDR10). Tech specs for the Blu-ray include a 1080p HD video presentation in the 2.39:1 aspect ratio. The audio presentation will be in Dolby Atmos and DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 surround on the 4K and Blu-ray discs. This release will come as a “combo pack” with its Blu-ray Disc (of the theatrical version) included. Also, a digital copy, compatible with Movies Anywhere, is included.

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

  • Commentary with Director Brian Helgeland and Paul Bettany
  • NEW 5 Deleted & Extended Scenes
  • NEW Gag Reel
  • NEW Quill and Quarterhorse – 2nd Unit Photography
  • 11 Behind-The-Scenes Featurettes
  • 6 Original Deleted Scenes (with filmmaker intros)
  • HBO Making-Of Special
  • Music Video
  • Domestic & International Trailers