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Creepshow Complete Series on Blu-ray in November

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The 2019 TV show “Creepshow” in its “Complete Series“ is set to arrive on Blu-ray Disc as a box set on November 11th via Shudder. The show ran for a total of four seasons with 26 episodes. Directors on the series included big names in horror such as Greg Nicotero, John Harrison, Joe Lynch, and Tom Savini.

The tech specs for the release include a 1080p HD video presentation in a 1.78:1 aspect ratio with DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 lossless surround sound, spanning across a 9-disc set. The Blu-ray set is now available for preorder at Amazon. This set will include some physical extras and cool packaging (pictured below).

The following bonus materials will be included with this set.

  • Cast and Crew Interviews
  • Behind-the-Scenes Footage and Featurettes
  • A Creepshow Animated Special and Holiday Special
  • Photo Galleries
  • Comic Art Booklet

Night of the Living Dead 1990 on 4K in September

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The 1990 remake of “Night of the Living Dead“ is officially coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook on September 23rd via Sony Pictures Home Entertainment. Tom Savini directed the film, which George A. Romero produced. It starred Tony Todd and Patricia Tallman. The movie is celebrating its 35th anniversary this year.

The 4K release includes both the new UNRATED “Uncensored Cut” and the theatrical release. Both versions will be presented in 2160p video in a 1.85:1 aspect ratio with Dolby Vision and HDR10 form of high dynamic range. The sound will be presented in Dolby Atmos, lossless DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 surround, and 2.0 surround (for theatrical cut only). This release will come as a “combo pack” with its Blu-ray Disc counterpart included. Here’s a glimpse at the 4K SteelBook’s artwork and disc art.

4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook

UPDATED: You can now find the 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook available for preorder at Amazon. The bonus materials set to be included on the release are listed below, sorted by disc.

Disc 1 (4K UHD Blu-ray):

  • Two versions of the feature presented in 4K resolution with Dolby Vision
    • NEW: Uncensored Cut – supervised by director Tom Savini, the Uncensored Cut restores moments of graphic violence and delivers an alternate vision of this horror classic
    • 1990 Theatrical Version
  • NEW: Commentary with director Tom Savini on the Uncensored Cut, moderated by Michael Felsher

Disc 2 (Blu-ray):

  • Archival commentary with director Tom Savini
  • NEW: Interview with Actor Bill Moseley
  • NEW: Interview with Actor William Butler
  • NEW: Interview with Actors McKee Anderson and Heather Mazur
  • NEW: Interview with Producers John Russo and Russell Streiner
  • NEW: Interview with Editor Tom Dubensky
  • NEW: Interview with Zombie Performers Greg Funk and Dyrk Ashton
  • Savini’s Night with Director Tom Savini Featurette
  • Being Barbara with Actress Patricia Tallman Featurette
  • Return to the Living Dead with Special Makeup Effects Supervisors John Vulich and Everett Burrell Featurette
  • The Dead Walk: Making-of Featurette
  • Theatrical Trailer

1980 film “Maniac” comes to 4K UHD Blu-ray May

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The 1980 film “Maniac“ is officially coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray on May 26th, via distributor Blue Underground. The film, directed by William Lustig, starred Joe Spinell, Caroline Munro, Abigail Clayton, Kelly Piper, Rita Montone, James L. Brewster, and Tom Savini. Back in 2018, the movie received a 4K restoration presented via a Limited Edition Blu-ray release and now that restoration is coming physically to the 4K UHD Blu-ray format. Tech specs for the release include video in the 1.85:1 aspect ratio with HDR10 and Dolby Vision forms of High Dynamic Range as well as Dolby Atmos and DTS-HD Master Audio in 5.1 and 2.0 Stereo configurations. The release will come with a Blu-ray Disc that contains further special features, but not the film. There’s currently no preorder listing for this available over at Amazon yet, but stay tuned for an update. However, the 4K UHD Blu-ray is now listed for preorder over at the online retailer Diabolik DVD. The list of details about the release and bonus materials set to be included run a bit lengthy, so you can find those listed further below after the break.
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4K restoration of “Maniac” on Blu-ray has been delayed until December for quality

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The previously reported upcoming 4K restoration of “Maniac“ on Blu-ray Disc originally slated for next month, has now been delayed until December 11th for quality purposes. Essentially, the folks at Blue Underground made a very wise decision to put all of the bonus materials on a second Blu-ray Disc (instead of a DVD) to give the movie its very own disc. Doing this will give that new 4K restoration from the original film negatives a higher bitrate and make it look much better than it would sharing a Blu-ray with bonus materials. Below you can find the statement Blue Underground made to press earlier.

We have some good news and bad news regarding our upcoming MANIAC Limited Edition Blu-ray. Bad news first: We’re delaying the release until December 11th. This is to accommodate the good news: We’ve decided to make the second disc a Blu-ray instead of a DVD. Suggest Retail Price remains unchanged, so now you’re getting more bang for your buck!

We’re moving the majority of Extras over to Disc 2, allowing more space to accommodate the Feature at a much higher bit rate. Our goal is to give MANIAC the best presentation possible on Blu-ray. We can’t wait for you to see the stunning new 4K Restoration from the recently discovered long-lost 16mm original camera negative!!

The Blu-ray re-release is available for PRE-ORDER over at Amazon, just realize they’re very slow at changing things like release dates. The bonus materials have not changed, they’ve just changed their layout and it can be found further below, after the break.

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1980 film “Maniac” from new 4K restoration comes to Blu-ray in December

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The 1980 William Lustig directed film “Maniac“ starring Joe Spinell has received a new 4K restoration and will be getting re-released in a 3-Disc Limited Edition to Blu-ray Disc on December 11th via Blue Underground. Tech specs for the release include full 1080p HD video in the 1.85:1 aspect ratio from a brand new 4K restoration with DTS-HD Master Audio in both 7.1 and 2.0 configurations as well as Dolby Digital 2.0 Stereo. The 3-Disc set includes a Blu-ray, DVD, and a CD (compact disc) including the film’s Soundtrack. This new Blu-ray of “Maniac” is available for PRE-ORDER now over at Amazon. Bonus materials set to be included on the release are listed below.

Disc 1 (Blu-ray) Feature Film + Extras:

  • Audio Commentary #1 with Producer/Director William Lustig and Producer Andrew W. Garroni
  • Audio Commentary #2 with Producer/Director William Lustig, Special Make-Up Effects Artist Tom Savini, Editor Lorenzo Marinelli, and Joe Spinell’s Assistant Luke Walter
  • NEW! MANIAC Outtakes
  • NEW! Returning to the Scene of the Crime with William Lustig
  • Anna and the Killer – Interview with Star Caroline Munro
  • The Death Dealer – Interview with Special Make-Up Effects Artist Tom Savini
  • Dark Notes – Interview with Composer Jay Chattaway
  • Maniac Men – Interview with Songwriters Michael Sembello and Dennis Matkosky
  • Theatrical Trailers
  • TV Spots
  • Radio Spots
  • Robbie: Maniac 2 Promo Reel

Disc 2 (DVD) Extras:

  • The Joe Spinell Story
  • MANIAC Publicity
  • MANIAC Controversy

BONUS! MANIAC Original Motion Picture Soundtrack CD by Jay Chattaway
BONUS! Collectable Booklet with new essay by Michael Gingold

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