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The 1988 Ron Howard film Willow on 4K in December

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The 1988 film Willow is officially coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook on December 10th via Lucasfilm Ltd. (Disney). It was directed by Ron Howard and co-written and executive-produced by George Lucas. The film starred Val Kilmer, Joanne Whalley, Warwick Davis, Billy Barty, and Jean Marsh.

NOTE: This will be using the 2010 restoration of the movie. The tech specs for the 4K release include a 2160p video presentation in the 2.39:1 aspect ratio with HDR10 and DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 lossless surround sound, on a BD-66 disc. The release will come as a “combo pack” with its Blu-ray counterpart and a digital copy included.

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

All of the previous bonus materials will be included on the Blu-ray Disc. Below you can find a look at the limited edition 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook packaging and its contents.

Star Wars Ahsoka First Season on 4K in December

Commissions Earned

The Disney+ original series Star Wars: Ahsoka – The Complete First Season will be available on 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook on December 3rd via Lucasfilm (Disney). The show stars Rosario Dawson, David Tennant, Natasha Liu Bordizzo, Mary Elizabeth Winstead, Ivanna Sakhno, Ray Stevenson, and Hayden Christensen.

The tech specs for the 4K release 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, spanning across a 2-disc set (each on a BD-100 disc).

UPDATED: The 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook is now available for preorder at Amazon. This will be a collector’s edition set physically featuring 3 exclusive concept art cards. The bonus materials set to be included with the release are listed below.

  • Ahsoka: Legacy — Join cast and crew for a look at developing Ahsoka’s live-action series.
  • Path of the Apprentice — Explore the dynamic of Anakin Skywalker and Ahsoka within the world between worlds.
  • Ghosts of the Past — Go deep with a spotlight on Ahsoka’s allies: Sabine, Hera, Ezra and Chopper.
  • Darkness Rising — Uncover the secrets of Ahsoka’s foes.

The Mandalorian Third Season on 4K in December

Commissions Earned

The Disney+ original series Star Wars: The Mandalorian – The Complete Third Season will be available on 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook on December 3rd via Lucasfilm (Disney). The show stars Pedro Pascal, Chris Bartlett, Katee Sackhoff, Carl Weathers, Giancarlo Esposito, and Emily Swallow.

The tech specs for the 4K release include a 2160p video presentation in the 2.39:1 with Dolby Vision and HDR10 forms of high dynamic range and Dolby Atmos sound, spanning across a 2-disc set (each on a BD-100 disc).

UPDATED: The 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook is now available for preorder at Amazon and retailer Walmart. This will be a collector’s edition set physically featuring 3 exclusive concept art cards. The bonus materials set to be included with the release are listed below.

  • Honoring the Magistrate: A Tribute to Carl Weathers — Jon Favreau and Dave Filoni pay tribute to Carl Weathers, the unforgettable talent behind Greef Karga.
  • Galactic Legacy: The Creatures and Droids of The Mandalorian — Discover the secrets of Season Three’s memorable creatures and droids with the artists who bring them to life.
  • Forging the Covert: Part Three — Jon Favreau, Dave Filoni and the filmmakers explore the expanding world of Season Three’s Mandalorian warriors.