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The 2008 adaptation of Speed Racer comes to 4K in May

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The 2008 live-action film adaptation of “Speed Racer” is coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray and 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook on May 19th via Warner Bros. Discovery Home Entertainment.

The movie was co-directed, and the adaptation was co-written by The Wachowskis, Lana Wachowski, and Lilly Wachowski. The movie starred Emile Hirsch, Christina Ricci, John Goodman, Susan Sarandon, Matthew Fox, and Richard Roundtree.

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), high dynamic range, and Dolby Atmos and lossless DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 surround sound. The standard 4K and 4K SteelBook will each come with a digital code (copy) of the movie compatible with Movies Anywhere.

The standard 4K UHD Blu-ray (pictured above) is now available for preorder at Amazon. The 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook is currently sold out at Amazon, GRUV, and Walmart. Stay tuned for an update if they come back in stock. The finalized retail packaging for it has yet to be officially unveiled, as it’s currently using temporary art. Bonus material included with the release(s) can be found listed below.

  • Fast | Future | Family: Speed Racer Revised: An exclusive interview with the Wachowskis, who revisit the film’s joyful genesis, its dazzling craft, and its second life as a cult classic
  • Spritle in the Big Leagues!
  • Speed Racer: Ramping Up!
  • Speed Racer: Supercharged!
  • Speed Racer: Car-Fu Cinema
  • And More!

Bringing Out the Dead comes back to 4K in January

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The 1999 film “Bringing Out the Dead” will be re-released on 4K UHD Blu-ray on January 13th, 2026, via Paramount Home Media Distribution. The film, directed by Martin Scorsese, starred Nicolas Cage, Patricia Arquette, John Goodman, Ving Rhames, Tom Sizemore, and Marc Anthony.

EDITORIAL NOTE: Even though this technically is a re-release, it’s not to be confused with the earlier [2024] Paramount Presents release. That release [which included a 4K disc] has since gone OOP (out of print). This new release [or re-release, rather] will make the movie in 4K once again available to consumers, on physical media.

The movie has been “newly remastered from the original camera negative. This exceptional new release was reviewed by Scorsese, cinematographer Robert Richardson, and editor Thelma Schoonmaker.”

The tech specs for the 4K UHD Blu-ray include a 2160p video presentation in the 2.39:1 aspect ratio with Dolby Vision (HDR10 compatible) and Dolby Atmos sound. The release will come as a 2-disc “combo pack” with its Blu-ray Disc counterpart and also include a digital code (copy).

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

  • Filmmaker Focus: Martin Scorsese On Bringing Out the Dead
  • A Rumination On Salvation – Nicolas Cage on Bringing Out the Dead
  • Cemetery Streets – Screenwriter Paul Schrader on Bringing Out the Dead
  • City of Ghosts – Cinematographer Robert Richardson on Bringing Out the Dead
  • On Set with Patricia Arquette
  • On Set with John Goodman
  • On Set with Ving Rhames
  • On Set with Tom Sizemore
  • On Set with Marc Anthony
  • Exclusive Cast and Crew Interviews

The Emperor’s New Groove comes to 4K in December

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The 2000 film “The Emperor’s New Groove“ is coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray on December 9th via Disney. Mark Dindal directed and co-wrote the original story. The movie featured the voice talents of David Spade, John Goodman, Eartha Kitt, Wendie Malick, and Patrick Warburton. It’s worth noting that this movie is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year.

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) with Dolby Atmos sound, on a BD-66 disc. The release will come as a 2-disc “combo pack” with its Blu-ray Disc counterpart included, along with a digital code (copy) compatible with Movies Anywhere.

UPDATED: The 4K UHD Blu-ray is now available for preorder at Amazon. The bonus materials set to be included on the release have yet to be fully detailed, but you can expect all of the previous Blu-ray and DVD extras. Further below, after the break, you can find the official announcement from this week regarding this upcoming 4K release of the movie.

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The 1989 film Sea of Love is coming to 4K in January

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The 1989 film “Sea of Love” will be released on 4K UHD Blu-ray on January 28th via KL Studio Classics. It was directed by Harold Becker and starred Al Pacino, Ellen Barkin, John Goodman, Michael Rooker, William Hickey, Richard Jenkins, Paul Calderon, and John Spencer.

The movie has received a new master from a 4K scan of the 35mm original camera negative. Tech specs for the 4K release include a 2160p video presentation in the 1.85:1 aspect ratio with Dolby Vision and HDR10 form of high dynamic range and DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 surround and lossless 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. You can preorder directly via the Kino Lorber website. Bonus materials set to be included with the release are listed below.

  • Audio Commentary by Director Harold Becker (on 4K and Blu-ray)
  • NEW Audio Commentary by Film Historians Howard S. Berger, Steve Mitchell and Nathaniel Thompson
  • The Creation of Sea of Love: Featurette (14:28)
  • Deleted Scenes (6:10)
  • Theatrical Trailer 1 (2:36) Newly Mastered in 2K
  • Theatrical Trailer 2 (1:35)

Scorsese film Bringing Out the Dead on 4K in September

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The 1999 dramatic thriller “Bringing Out the Dead“ is officially coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray Disc (for the very first time) in a 2-disc set on September 17th via Paramount Presents (Paramount Home Entertainment). The film, directed by Martin Scorsese, starred Nicolas Cage, Patricia Arquette, John Goodman, Ving Rhames, Tom Sizemore, and Marc Anthony. The film has been “newly remastered from the original camera negative, this exceptional new release was reviewed by Scorsese, cinematographer Robert Richardson, and editor Thelma Schoonmaker.” It’s certainly worth noting that the film is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year. Below you can get a glimpse at the full artwork for this release.

The tech specs for the 4K include a 2160p video presentation in the 2.39:1 aspect ratio with Dolby Vision and HDR10 forms of high dynamic range and Dolby Atmos sound. Tech specs for the Blu-ray include a 1080p HD video presentation in the 2.39:1 aspect ratio and Dolby TrueHD 5.1 lossless sound. The release will come as a “combo pack” with the Blu-ray Disc counterpart and include a digital copy. You can now find the upcoming 4K UHD Blu-ray/Blu-ray release available for preorder at Amazon and retailer Walmart. Bonus materials set to be included in this Paramount Presents release are listed below.

  • NEW FILMMAKER FOCUS – MARTIN SCORSESE ON BRINGING OUT THE DEAD — Visionary filmmaker Martin Scorsese shares stories behind the production, touching on casting, shooting in New York City, and the music and art that inspired his approach.
  • NEW A RUMINATION ON SALVATION – NICOLAS CAGE ON BRINGING OUT THE DEAD — Academy Award® winner* Nicolas Cage relates tales of wild nights in New York City, his cerebral approach to his character, and his time with Scorsese prior to shooting.
  • NEW CEMETERY STREETS – SCREENWRITER PAUL SCHRADER ON BRINGING OUT THE DEAD — Legendary screenwriter Paul Schrader talks about adapting author Joe Connelly’s novel, how traveling with real paramedics informed his writing, and his creative partnership with Scorsese.
  • NEW CITY OF GHOSTS – CINEMATOGRAPHER ROBERT RICHARDSON ON BRINGING OUT THE DEAD — Frequent Scorsese collaborator and Academy Award® winning ** cinematographer Robert Richardson opens up about shooting Bringing Out the Dead and how the film personally resonated with him.
  • ON SET WITH PATRICIA ARQUETTE — Actress Patricia Arquette reflects on working with Nicolas Cage, the creative openness of director Martin Scorsese, and how her own background allowed for a personal understanding of her character.
  • ON SET WITH JOHN GOODMAN — Actor John Goodman talks about the intensity of portraying a paramedic, working with Nicolas Cage, and the honor of appearing in a Martin Scorsese film.
  • ON SET WITH VING RHAMES — Actor Ving Rhames shares how Martin Scorsese’s New York City differs from his personal experience and how his character relates to Nicolas Cage’s character.
  • ON SET WITH TOM SIZEMORE — Actor Tom Sizemore celebrates the opportunity to appear in Bringing Out the Dead and reflects on how life is full of surprises.
  • ON SET WITH MARC ANTHONY — Actor Marc Anthony shares how he turned witnessing real-life hardship on the streets of New York City into an unforgettable performance.
  • EXCLUSIVE CAST AND CREW INTERVIEWS
  • THEATRICAL TRAILERS

Coraline and ParaNorman on 4K this December

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The Laika company‘s stop-motion animated films “Coraline” and “ParaNorman” will be coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray in both standard and SteelBook forms on December 13th via Shout! Factory.  The films are briefly individually highlighted below.

“Coraline” from 2009 was directed by Henry Selick, best known for also directing “The Nightmare Before Christmas” (1993).  Selick adapted the screenplay from a book written by Neil Gaiman.  The film featured the voice talents of Dakota Fanning, Teri Hatcher, John Hodgman, Ian McShane, and Keith David.  Tech specs for the 4K UHD Blu-ray include a 2160p video presentation in the 1.85:1 aspect ratio with HDR10 and Dolby Vision forms of high dynamic range and Dolby Atmos sound.

“ParaNorman” from 2012 was co-directed by Chris Butler and Sam Fell.  Chris Butler also wrote the screenplay.  The film featured the voice talents of Kodi Smit-McPhee, Tucker Albrizzi, Anna Kendrick, Casey Affleck, Christopher Mintz-Plasse, Leslie Mann, Jeff Garlin, Alex Borstein, and John Goodman.  Tech specs for the 4K UHD Blu-ray include a 2160p video presentation in the 2.35:1 aspect ratio with HDR10 and Dolby Vision forms of high dynamic range and Dolby Atmos sound.

Both of these 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook releases will come in the form of a “combo pack” meaning that they each will also include their Blu-ray Disc counterpart.  The bonus materials will include all of the previous Blu-ray extras from the latest editions as well as a booklet [for each].  Also, the 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBooks (pictured further above) each feature new hand-drawn artwork.

UPDATES:  You can find the 4K UHD Blu-ray standard versions of “Coraline” and “ParaNorman” available for preorder over at Best Buy (pictured below).

The 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBooks for “Coraline” and “ParaNorman” are available for preorder over at retailer Best Buy.  You can also order them directly via the Shout Factory! online store.  Also, regarding these 4K releases, it’s now officially been stated:

“Supervised by LAIKA’s visionary filmmaking team, these dazzling 4K remasters feature HDR and Dolby Vision plus Dolby Atmos for the ultimate entertainment experience.”

“Coraline and ParaNorman were painstakingly remastered by the team at LAIKA, led by LAIKA CEO (and Kubo and the Two Strings Director) Travis Knight, and Visual Effects Supervisor Steve Emerson, who pored over each film shot-by-shot, paying close attention to every last detail and color to present these groundbreaking films in the most dynamic format.

The use of Dolby Vision has made these films look more spectacular than ever before, with vivid colors and exacting picture quality, and with highlights brighter and essential dark elements darker, unleashing the full potential of HDR technology. The films were also mixed in Dolby Atmos spatial audio, bringing out more details and clarity in the sound, resulting in an even more immersive experience for fans.”

The bonus materials set to be included with these releases are detailed further below, after the break where you can find the full official announcement.

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“Monsters University” is coming to 4K in March

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The 2013 Pixar computer-animated film “Monsters University“ is coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray on March 3rd, via Disney, according to retailers. The film, a prequel to “Monsters, Inc.” and directed by Dan Scanlon, featured the voice talents of Billy Crystal, John Goodman, Steve Buscemi, Joel Murray, Peter Sohn, Helen Mirren, Sean Hayes, Dave Foley, Charlie Day, Tyler Labine, Nathan Fillion, Aubrey Plaza, and Alfred Molina. Tech specs for the 4K and bonus materials for the release have not yet been detailed but stay tuned for a possible update. It’s very likely the release will come with the HDR10 form of High Dynamic Range and Dolby Atmos sound – but that’s just speculation based on previous releases. The release will come in the form of a “combo pack” with the Blu-ray Disc counterpart and bonus disc included as well as a digital code (copy) of the film. You can find the 4K UHD Blu-ray now is available for preorder over at Amazon, Best Buy, Target, and Walmart. Lastly, it’s worth certainly mentioning that retailer Best Buy will be getting an exclusive 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook release of the film (pictured below), which is now available for preorder.

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“Monsters, Inc.” comes to 4K UHD Blu-ray March

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The 2001 Pixar computer-animated film “Monsters, Inc.“ is coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray, via Disney, on March 3rd it seems – according to retailers. The film, co-directed by Pete Docter, David Silverman & Lee Unkrich, featured the voice talents of Billy Crystal, John Goodman, Mary Gibbs, Steve Buscemi, James Coburn, and Jennifer Tilly. Tech specs for the 4K and bonus materials for the release have not yet been detailed but stay tuned for a possible update. It’s very likely the release will come with the HDR10 form of High Dynamic Range and Dolby Atmos sound – but that’s just speculation based on previous releases. The release will come in the form of a “combo pack” with the Blu-ray Disc counterparts (two discs) included as well as a digital code (copy) of the film. You can find the 4K UHD Blu-ray now is available for preorder over at Amazon and Best Buy. Lastly, it’s worth certainly mentioning that retailer Best Buy will be getting an exclusive 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook release of the film (pictured below), which is now available for preorder.

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The Princess and the Frog on 4K in November

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The 2009 animated film “The Princess and the Frog“ is coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray on November 5th via Disney, according to retailers. The film, directed by Ron Clements & John Musker, featured the voice talents of Anika Noni Rose, Bruno Campos, Keith David, Oprah Winfrey, Terrence Howard, and John Goodman. Tech specs for the 4K release include 2160p video in the 1.78:1 aspect ratio with HDR10 form of High Dynamic Range and Dolby Atmos sound. The release will come in the form of a “combo pack” with the Blu-ray counterpart and a digital code (copy) of the film. You can now find the 4K UHD Blu-ray available for preorder over at Amazon. It’s worth noting that there will also be a 4K UHD Blu-ray Steelbook exclusively available at retailer Best Buy (pictured below).

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Bonus materials set to be included on the release are listed below.

  • Deleted Scenes
  • The Return of Hand-Drawn Animation
  • The Making of a Princess
  • Conjuring the Villian
  • Disney Legacy
  • Bringing Life to Animation
  • And More!
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