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Mufasa: The Lion King on 4K and Blu-ray in April

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The 2024 film “Mufasa: The Lion King” comes to 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook and Blu-ray on April 1st via Disney. The movie was directed by Barry Jenkins. The voice cast includes Aaron Pierre and Kelvin Harrison Jr.. The ensemble continues with Tiffany Boone, Kagiso Lediga, and Preston Nyman. Other notable voices are Mads Mikkelsen, Thandiwe Newton, and Lennie James. Additional actors include Anika Noni Rose and Keith David. Lastly, the cast features John Kani, Seth Rogen, Billy Eichner, and Donald Glover.

The tech specs for the 4K include a 2160p video presentation in the 1.85:1 aspect ratio with Dolby Vision (or HDR10) and Dolby Atmos sound, on a BD-66 disc. The tech specs for the Blu-ray include a 1080p HD video presentation in the 1.85:1 aspect ratio and DTS-HD Master Audio 7.1 lossless surround sound, on a BD-50 disc. Both releases will come as a “combo pack.” The 4K will include its Blu-ray counterpart. The Blu-ray will include its DVD counterpart. Also, both releases will include a digital copy of the film.

You can find the 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook and Blu-ray available for preorder at Amazon. Also, you can find the 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook and Blu-ray available for preorder at Walmart, as well. The full artwork for the 4K SteelBook is pictured below.

4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook

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

  • Full Length Sing-Along – Sing along with your favorite songs while watching the movie with on-screen lyrics.
  • Finding Milele: The Making of Mufasa: The Lion King – Join visionary director Barry Jenkins and the cast of Mufasa: The Lion King on an epic journey to create a brand-new chapter in the story of The Lion King. Explore how the story was developed and the technology used to make Mufasa’s world come to life.
  • Songs of the Savanna – Director Barry Jenkins and songwriter Lin-Manuel Miranda sit down to discuss the excitement and challenges of creating the music for Mufasa: The Lion King.
  • Ostrich Eggs with Timon & Pumbaa – Timon and Pumbaa reveal fun facts and some of the hidden references in the movie.
  • Protect the Pride – Learn how Disney and The Lion Recovery Fund are working to protect the pride and conserve lions in the wild.
  • Outtakes – Watch the cast having fun in the recording booth.
  • Deleted Scenes:
    • Who’s the Mole Rat?
    • What Do You Feel in There?
    • Have Faith in Her
    • Taka’s Dream 
  • Music Video: “I Always Wanted a Brother” IRL – Join Lin-Manuel Miranda and the cast of Mufasa: The Lion King as they perform “I Always Wanted A Brother” backstage at a film shoot.
  • Song Selections:
    • Milele (First Rain)
    • I Always Wanted a Brother
    • Bye Bye
    • We Go Together
    • Tell Me It’s You
    • Brother Betrayed 

2000 Guy Ritchie film Snatch gets a 4K UHD Blu-ray in July

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The 2000 film “Snatch” is officially coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray on July 13th via Sony Pictures Home Entertainment. The film, both written & directed by Guy Ritchie, starred Jason StathamBrad PittBenicio Del Toro, Dennis Farina, Vinne JonesRade Serbedzija, Andy Beckwith, Robbie Gee, Lennie James, Ade, Jason Flemyng, and Alan Ford. This movie has been “newly remastered in 4K resolution from the original camera negative.” Tech specs for the 4K release include a 2160p video presentation in the 1.85:1 aspect ratio with HDR10 form of high dynamic range and Dolby Atmos as well as the original US/UK theatrical DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 surround sound. The release will come in the form of a “combo pack” meaning that it will come with its Blu-ray Disc counterpart as well as a digital code (copy) of the film. You can find the 4K UHD Blu-ray now available to preorder over at Amazon as well as numerous retailers. The bonus materials set to be included on this 4K release of the film are listed below.

    • Theatrical Trailer (on 4K & Blu-ray)
    • Director & Producer Commentary
    • Deleted Scenes with Optional Commentary
    • “Making Snatch” Featurette
    • Storyboard Comparisons
    • Video Photo Gallery and More

UPDATE: There will also be an exclusive 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook available of the film over at retailer Best Buy, now available for preorder.

Further below, after the break, you can find the full details regarding the 4K physical release of this film. UPDATE / NOTE: this was originally slated for a June release, and has been pushed back to July.

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