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Back to the Future celebrates 40th anniversary

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The “Back to the Future” trilogy and franchise will celebrate its 40th anniversary with new 4K UHD Blu-ray releases on November 4th via Universal Studios Home Entertainment. This will include a limited-edition 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook (pictured above) for each film, as well as a 4K UHD Blu-ray 40th Anniversary Trilogy, and a very limited-edition 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook 40th Anniversary Trilogy Giftset. That giftset (pictured further below) will be an exclusive at the retailer Amazon.

UPDATED: The release dates have been changed from October to November 4th. This new release date applies to all 40th anniversary edition releases.

Below you can find the artwork for the standard 40th anniversary trilogy 4K set and giftset.

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The tech specs for the releases include a 2160p video presentation in a 1.85:1 aspect ratio with Dolby Vision, HDR10, and HDR10+ forms of high dynamic range with Dolby Atmos sound, on a BD-100 disc, for each film. The 40th anniversary 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBooks, standard 40th anniversary trilogy 4K UHD Blu-ray, and the 4K SteelBook giftset will all come as “combo pack” with their Blu-ray Disc counterparts included, as well as digital copies compatible with Movies Anywhere.

You can now find the 40th Anniversary 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBooks for “Back to the Future,” “Back to the Future: Part II,” and “Back to the Future: Part III“ now available for preorder at Amazon. The 40th Anniversary 4K UHD Blu-ray Trilogy release is also available for preorder at Amazon. As far as the Amazon exclusive 40th Anniversary Trilogy 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook Giftset, it has a listing, but it’s currently unavailable for preorder. It might have sold out, to be honest with you, as it was available earlier this morning. Stay tuned for an update on that.

The 40th Anniversary 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook for the first film, the 40th Anniversary 4K UHD Blu-ray Trilogy, and giftset will all feature some new bonus materials exclusive to these releases. Those are listed below, along with the previous extras. NOTE: The all-new extras will not be included with the individual 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook releases of the film’s sequels, only the first film and trilogy.

All-New Bonus Materials:

  • 40 Years Later: Reflecting on the Future: Co-writer/producer Bob Gale reflects on the legacy and cultural impact of the films.
  • Back to Hill Valley: Join Bob Gale along with Donald Fullilove (“Mayor Goldie Wilson”) as they revisit and discuss some of the most iconic filming locations.
  • Untold Stories of Back to the Future: Journey Back in time with crew members as they share their personal stories from the set.
  • TCM Classic Film Festival Panel: Bob Gale, cinematographer Dean Cundey and stunt double Charlie Croughwell reunite at the 40th Anniversary premiere.
  • A Mystery in History: Discover the rich history of the Gibson guitar Marty McFly plays at the Enchantment Under the Sea dance and hear from cast as they rally fans to help find the iconic prop that’s been missing for 40 years.

Plus Archival Extras (for the trilogy):

  • Tales from the Future 6-Part Documentary
  • Deleted Scenes
  • 8 Archival Featurettes
  • Audio Commentaries
  • Back to the Future: The Musical Behind the Scenes
  • And Alternate Future: Lost Audition Tapes
  • OUTATIME: Restoring the DeLorean
  • Back to the Future: The Rid
  • Doc Brown Saves the World! Short Film
  • And Much More!

The 2000 film What Lies Beneath on 4K in May

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The 2000 film “What Lies Beneath“ will be released on 4K UHD Blu-ray on May 6th via Scream Factory. This is the “25th Anniversary Edition.” Robert Zemeckis directed the film which starred Harrison Ford, Michelle Pfeiffer, Katharine Towne, Miranda Otto, and James Remar.

The movie has received a new 4K transfer from the original 35mm camera negative. The tech specs for the 4K include a 2160p video presentation in the 2.39:1 aspect ratio with Dolby Vision (or HDR10) and DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 and 2.0 stereo sound. This release will come as a “combo pack” with its Blu-ray Disc counterpart included. Tech specs for the Blu-ray include a 1080p HD video presentation the 2.39:1 aspect ratio and DTS-HD MA 5.1 and 2.0 stereo sound.

The 4K UHD Blu-ray is now available for preorder at Amazon. Consumers also can preorder directly via the ShoutFactory.com website, with a bonus poster. The bonus materials to be included with the release are listed below sorted by disc.

Disc 1 (4K UHD Blu-ray):

  • NEW 4K Transfer From The Original 35mm Camera Negative Approved By Cinematographer Don Burgess
  • NEW Presented In Dolby Vision (HDR-10 Compatible)
  • Audio: English DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 & 2.0
  • Audio Commentary With Director Robert Zemeckis

Disc 2 (Blu-ray):

  • NEW 4K Transfer From The Original 35mm Camera Negative Approved By Don Burgess
  • Audio: English DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 & 2.0
  • Audio Commentary With Director Robert Zemeckis
  • NEW “You Know: Uncovering What Lies Beneath” – A Feature-Length Retrospective Documentary Including Brand-New Interviews With Robert Zemeckis, Producers Steve Starkey and Jack Rapke, Writers Sarah Kernochan and Clark Gregg, Cast Member Amber Valletta, Director Of Photography Don Burgess, Production Designer Rick Carter, Costume Designer Susie DeSanto, Composer Alan Silvestri, Visual Effects Supervisor Robert Legato, Special Effects Supervisor Shane Mahan, and Puppeteer Jason Matthews
  • “Constructing A Thriller” Featurette
  • Theatrical Trailer

Robert Zemeckis film Here comes to Blu-ray in January

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The 2024 film “Here” is officially coming to Blu-ray Disc on January 21st via Sony Pictures Home Entertainment. The film was directed and co-written by Robert Zemeckis. It stars Tom Hanks, Robin Wright, Paul Bettany, and Kelly Reilly.

The tech specs for the Blu-ray include a 1080p HD video presentation in the 1.78:1 aspect ratio and DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 lossless surround sound. The release includes a digital copy compatible with Movies Anywhere. You can now find the Blu-ray available for preorder at Amazon. The bonus materials set to be included with this release are listed below.

  • How We Got Here (The Making of HERE)
  • Deleted Scenes

1992 film Death Becomes Her arrives on 4K in October

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The 1992 film “Death Becomes Her” is officially coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray on October 22nd via Scream Factory. The film, directed by Robert Zemeckis, starred Meryl Streep, Bruce Willis, Goldie Hawn, and Isabella Rossellini.

The movie has received a new 4K transfer of the original 35mm 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 forms of high dynamic range and DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 surround and 2.0 Stereo lossless sound mixes. The 4K UHD Blu-ray is now available for preorder via Amazon, online retailer GRUV, and directly (with a bonus poster) via Shout! Factory’s website. The Collector’s Edition release will be a “combo pack” with its Blu-ray Disc counterpart. The bonus materials set to be included with the release are listed below.

  • “The Making Of Death Becomes Her” Featuring Interviews With Director Robert Zemeckis, Writer David Koepp, Director Of Photography Dean Cundey, Production Designer Rick Carter And Special Effects Artists Lance Anderson And David Anderson
  • Vintage “Making-Of” Featurette
  • Photo Gallery
  • Theatrical Trailer

Robert Zemeckis film Used Cars on 4K in November

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The 1980 film “Used Cars” is officially coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray on November 15th [as spine #67] in the Shout Select line from Shout! Factory.  The film, directed and co-written by Robert Zemeckis, starred Kurt Russell, Gerrit Graham, Frank McRae, Deborah Harmon, Joe Flaherty, David L. Lander, Michael McKean, and Jack Warden.

The film has received a new 4K from the original camera negative.  Tech specs for the release have not been fully detailed but you can expect a 2160p video presentation in the 1.85:1 aspect ratio presumably with at least HDR10 form of high dynamic range.  The sound configuration has not yet been detailed, but if it is the same as the 2019 Blu-ray, should again include DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 surround and 2.0 Mono lossless sound mixes.  This upcoming 2022 4K UHD Blu-ray release will come in the form of a “Collector’s Edition” 2-disc “combo pack” with the Blu-ray counterpart included.

You can now find the 4K UHD Blu-ray available for preorder over at Amazon as well as directly via the ShoutFactory.com store, where you’ll get an exclusive bonus poster (while supplies last).  The bonus materials set to be included with this release are listed below.

  • Interview With Producer/Co-Writer Bob Gale
  • Audio Commentary With Director/Co-Writer Robert Zemeckis, Bob Gale, And Actor Kurt Russell
  • Outtakes
  • Radio Interviews And Spots
  • Theatrical Trailer
  • Alternate Trailer
  • TV Spot
  • Photo Galleries

Who Framed Roger Rabbit comes to 4K in December

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The 1988 film “Who Framed Roger Rabbit“ is officially coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray on December 7th via Disney. The movie, directed by Robert Zemeckis, featured a blend between live-action actors and animated cartoons (“toons”). The cast included Bob Hoskins, Christopher Lloyd, Joanna Cassidy, Stubby Kaye, Alan Tilvern, as well as the voice talents of Mel Blanc, Lou Hirsch, Kathleen Turner (uncredited as “Jessica Rabbit”), and Charles Fleischer (namely as “Roger Rabbit”).

The 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 sound. The release will come in the form of a “combo pack” meaning that it will include its Blu-ray Disc counterpart in 1080p HD as well as come with a digital code (copy) of the film.

UPDATED: You can now find the 4K UHD Blu-ray available for preorder over at Amazon and at retailer Best Buy.

There will be a 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook available as an exclusive over at retailer Best Buy (pictured below), which is now available for preorder.

The release will include the following bonus materials listed below.

  • Filmmakers’ Audio Commentary – View the film with Audio Commentary by filmmakers Bob Zemeckis, Frank Marshall, Steve Starkey, Jeff Price, Peter Seaman and Ken Ralston.
  • The Roger Rabbit Shorts
    • Tummy Trouble – The accident-prone Roger Rabbit faces new perils when he is left to baby-sit for the mischievous Baby Herman.
    • Roller Coaster Rabbit – Mother takes Baby Herman to the State Fair, and leaves him with Roger Rabbit so she can visit the psychic (fortune-teller).
    • Trail Mix-Up – Roger Rabbit returns in an all-new outdoor adventure that finds the irrepressible Toon star on a hilarious, disaster-filled camping trip.
  • Deleted Scene
    • The Pig Head Sequence – Judge Doom and the weasels teach Eddie Valiant a lesson in a way that only Toontown can. With intro by director Robert Zemeckis.
  • Who Made Roger Rabbit – A behind-the-scenes making of, hosted by Charles Fleischer, the voice of Roger Rabbit.
  • Before and After – Split screen comparison reveals the unbelievable talent of the live-action actors, animators and the special effects.
  • Toon Stand-Ins – Watch as the cast rehearse with life size stand-ins for the toons.
  • Behind the Ears: The True Story of Roger Rabbit – An in-depth, behind-the-scenes documentary.
  • On Set! Benny the Cab – The making of a scene from the movie.

Further below, after the break, you can find the full tech specifications for the 4K release via the brief announcement.

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2000 film What Lies Beneath on Blu-ray in October

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The 2000 film “What Lies Beneath“ is coming to Blu-ray Disc on October 5th, via Paramount Home Entertainment. This will be the very first time that the film has been available on Blu-ray in North America. The film, directed by Robert Zemeckis, starred Harrison Ford, Michelle Pfeiffer, James Remar, Miranda Otto, Katharine Towne, Ray Baker, Wendy Crewson, and Diana Scarwid.

The 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 surround sound. The release should include all of the previous DVD extras ported over as bonus materials. You can now find the Blu-ray available for preorder over at Amazon.

Back to the Future Ultimate Trilogy on 4K October

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The “Back to the Future Ultimate Trilogy“ is coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray on October 20th, via Universal. The box set includes the three films “Back to the Future” (1985), “Back to the Future Part II” (1989), and “Back to the Future Part III” (1990). The films, directed by Robert Zemeckis & produced by Steven Spielberg, starred Michael J. Fox, Christopher Lloyd, Lea Thompson, James Tolkan, Billy Zane, and Thomas F. Wilson. The tech specs for the films include 2160p 4K presentations in the 1.85:1 aspect ratio with Dolby Vision, HDR10, and HDR10+ forms of High Dynamic Range along with Dolby Atmos sound. The release will come in the form of a “combo pack” with the Blu-ray Disc counterparts as well as digital code (copy) included for each film.

Now, this may be confusing consumers but there will be a total of three different releases of the trilogy on the 4K UHD Blu-ray format: a standard 4K UHD Blu-ray set, a gift set (exclusive to Amazon), and a SteelBook set (exclusive to Best Buy).

So far, there’s The 4K UHD Blu-ray set now available for preorder over at Amazon, which includes a collectible levitating hoverboard (as pictured below).

back_to_the_future_the_35th_anniversary_trilogy_giftset_beautyBACK TO THE FUTURE 35TH ANNIVERSARY TRILOGY LIMITED EDITION GIFT SET (4K UHD): Includes exclusive levitating Hoverboard replica (Amazon Exclusive)

As previously mentioned, there will be several retailer exclusive versions of the 4K UHD Blu-ray set, and even a Blu-ray version of the 35th Anniversary Limited Edition Gift Set – exclusive to retailer Target and now available for preorder. Another form will be the 35th Anniversary Limited Edition Trilogy SteelBook exclusive set at retailer Best Buy, which is now available for preorder (pictured below).

back_to_the_future_the_ultimate_trilogy_4k_steelbookBACK TO THE FUTURE 35TH ANNIVERSARY LIMITED EDITION TRILOGY (4K UHD): Includes three newly designed steelbooks (Best Buy Exclusive)

UPDATE #1: You can now find the standard 4K UHD Blu-ray version of the trilogy available for preorder over at retailer Best Buy. There’s still no listing on Amazon or at other retailers yet, to my knowledge, but stay tuned for further update(s).

UPDATE #2: You can now find the standard 4K UHD Blu-ray version of the trilogy available for preorder over at Amazon, as well as over at retailers Target and Walmart.

The bonus materials set to be included on the release are briefly described here to include not only the previous Blu-ray extras but some new content as described below.

” This collection is loaded with bonus material including a bonus disc that comes with over an hour of brand-new content such as rare audition footage from Hollywood stars Ben Stiller, Kyra Sedgwick, Jon Cryer, Billy Zane, Peter DeLuise and C. Thomas Howell, a tour of the film’s props and memorabilia hosted by co-writer/producer Bob Gale, a sneak peek at the new musical show, and a special episode of the popular YouTube Series “Could You Survive The Movies?” “

You can find the full set of extras set to be included on the new Bonus Disc listed below.

BACK TO THE FUTURE: THE ULTIMATE TRILOGY bonus DISC FEATURES ON BLU-RAY™:

  • An Alternate Future: Lost Audition Tapes (NEW) – Get a glimpse of the BACK TO THE FUTURE that could have been with rare audition footage featuring now-famous celebrities.
    • Ben Stiller
    • Kyra Sedgwick
    • Jon Cryer
    • Billy Zane
    • Peter DeLuise
    • C. Thomas Howell
  • The Hollywood Museum Goes BACK TO THE FUTURE (NEW) – Join Co-writer/Producer Bob Gale on an intimate tour of an exhaustive exhibit of the films’ props and memorabilia.
  • BACK TO THE FUTURE: THE MUSICAL Behind the Scenes (NEW) – Get a sneak peek at the new musical show including a Q&A with the cast and creative team plus two new song recordings.
    • Cast and Creative Q&A
    • Original Songs
      • Gotta Start Somewhere
      • Put Your Mind To It
  • Could You Survive The Movies? BACK TO THE FUTURE (NEW) – Explore the magic and science of BACK TO THE FUTURE and find out which laws of physics were actually violated in this special episode of the popular YouTube series.
  • 2015 Message from Doc Brown
    • DOC BROWN SAVES THE WORLD!
  • OUTATIME: Restoring the DeLorean
  • Looking BACK TO THE FUTURE
    • The Script
    • Casting Marty McFly
    • Christopher Lloyd Reflects on Doc Brown
    • The DeLorean Time Machine
    • Building Hill Valley
    • Prepping for the “Johnny B. Goode” Scene
    • The Score
    • Rushing the Cut
    • The Legacy
  • BACK TO THE FUTURE: The Animated Series
    • Brothers (Season 1, Episode 1)
    • Mac the Black (Season 2, Episode 1)
  • 2015 Commercials
    • JAWS 19 Trailer
    • Hoverboard Commercial

Further below, after the break, where you can find the full info regarding this announcement of this upcoming 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray release of the trilogy.

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