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The 1992 film “Sneakers” comes to 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray Special Edition on April 22nd via KL Studio Classics. The film was directed and co-written by Phil Alden Robinson. It starred Robert Redford, Sidney Poitier, Dan Aykroyd, and the late River Phoenix. It also featured Ben Kingsley, Phil Alden Robinson, and Mary McDonnell. Additionally, David Stathairn and James Earl Jones were in the cast. It’s certainly worth noting that this film is still “Certified Fresh” (by critics) on Rotten Tomatoes.

The movie has received a new master, from a 4K scan of the 35mm original camera negative. The tech specs for the 4K include a 2160p video presentation in the 1.85:1 aspect ratio with Dolby Vision (or HDR10) and DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 and 2.0 Stereo lossless sound, on a BD-100 disc. Tech specs for the Special Edition Blu-ray include a 1080p HD video presentation in the 1.85:1 aspect ratio with DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 and 2.0 Stereo sound, on a BD-50 disc. The 4K release will come as a “combo pack” with its Blu-ray Disc counterpart included.

You can preorder the 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray Special Edition on Amazon. Also, you can find the 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray available for preorder directly via Kino Lorber’s website. The bonus materials set to be included with the releases are listed below sorted by disc.

Disc 1 (4K UHD Blu-ray):

• Audio Commentary by Director/Co-Writer Phil Alden Robinson with Co-Writers/Co-Producers Lawrence Lasker and Walter F. Parkes
• Audio Commentary by Director/Co-Writer Phil Alden Robinson and Cinematographer John Lindley

Disc 2 (Blu-ray):

• Audio Commentary by Director/Co-Writer Phil Alden Robinson with Co-Writers/Co-Producers Lawrence Kasker and Walter F. Parkes
• Audio Commentary by Director/Co-Writer Phil Alden Robinson and Cinematographer John Lindley
• The Making of Sneakers: Documentary (40:04)
• Theatrical Trailer