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The Fantastic Four: First Steps on 4K and Blu-ray

Commissions Earned

The tech specs for the 4K UHD Blu-ray include a 2160p video presentation in a 2.39:1 aspect ratio, with Dolby Vision and HDR10, accompanied by Dolby Atmos sound, on a BD-66 disc. Tech specs for the Blu-ray include a 1080p HD video presentation in a 2.39:1 aspect ratio with lossless DTS-HD Master Audio 7.1 surround sound, on a BD-50 disc. The 4K releases will each come as a 2-disc “combo pack” with its Blu-ray Disc counterpart included. Both the 4K and Blu-ray releases will include a digital copy of the film, compatible with Movies Anywhere.

The 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook and Blu-ray are now available for preorder at Amazon. Stay tuned for an update when they [Amazon] decide to add a listing for the standard 4K. In the meantime, you can find the 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook, 4K UHD Blu-ray, and Blu-ray available for preorder at Walmart.

Retailer exclusives (pictured below) include a 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook at Amazon and a Blu-ray with Pop-Up Packaging at Walmart. Each is now available for preorder at each retailer.

Amazon Exclusive 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook
Walmart Exclusive Pop-Up Packaging Blu-ray

The bonus materials set to be included with the 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray are listed below.

  • Deleted Scenes – Check out the scenes that didn’t make the final cut.
    • Thanksgiving Soup Kitchen
    • Fantastic Four Day
    • Subterranea
    • Birthday Sweater
    • Taking Turns
  • Gag Reel – Enjoy fun outtakes on set with the cast and crew of The Fantastic Four: First Steps.
  • Featurettes:
    • Meet The First Family – The creation of the Fantastic Four saved Marvel Comics in 1961 and has only flourished as years have passed. Matt Shakman and the cast explain how they found themselves gravitating toward each role and creating the ultimate family unit.
  • Fantastic Futurism – The filmmakers discuss the process of immersing the cast and crew in the film’s retro-futuristic aesthetic. Join Matt Shakman and crew as they discuss the experience of shooting in gigantic mid-century New York sets and stepping into an otherworldly era. 
  • From Beyond and Below – The team explores bringing complex characters from the page to the screen, including a larger-than-life Galactus, grounded Harvey Elder/Mole Man, and an emotionally rich Silver Surfer.
  • Audio Commentary – Watch the film with audio commentary by director Matt Shakman and production designer Kasra Farahani.

Further below, after the break, you can find promotional trailers for the home video and theatrical releases of the movie.

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F1: The Movie races to 4K and Blu-ray in October

Commissions Earned

The tech specs for the 4K UHD Blu-ray include a 2160p video presentation in a 2.39:1 aspect ratio, accompanied by Dolby Vision and HDR10, and Dolby Atmos sound, on a BD-100 disc. Technical specifications for the Blu-ray include a 1080p HD video presentation in a 2.39:1 aspect ratio, accompanied by Dolby Atmos sound, on a BD-50 disc. The 4K and Blu-ray releases will each include a digital copy of the film.

UPDATED: The 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook (pictured below), the standard 4K UHD Blu-ray, and Blu-ray are now available for preorder at Amazon. But stay tuned for an update on that very soon. Also, the 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook, 4K UHD Blu-ray, and Blu-ray are now available for preorder at online retailer GRUV.

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

  • Inside the F1® The Movie Table Read
  • The Anatomy of a Crash
  • Getting Up to Speed
  • APXGP Innovations
  • Making It to Silverstone
  • Lewis Hamilton: Producer
  • APXGP Sets and Locations
  • Around the World
  • APXGP and F1®: How It Was Filmed
  • Sound of Speed

Nobody 2 is coming to 4K and Blu-ray in October

Commissions Earned

The 2025 film “Nobody 2” is slated for 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray release on October 7th via Universal Studios Home Entertainment. Timo Tjahjanto directed the movie. It stars Bob Odenkirk, Connie Nielsen, Christopher Lloyd, RZA, John Ortiz, Sharon Stone, and Colin Hanks. It’s worth noting this movie is “Certified Fresh” (based on critics) and “Verified Hot” (based on audiences) at Rotten Tomatoes.

The 4K UHD Blu-ray tech specs include a 2160p video presentation in a 2.39:1 aspect ratio, accompanied by Dolby Vision and HDR10, and featuring Dolby Atmos, on a BD-66 disc. Technical specifications for the Blu-ray include a 1080p HD video presentation in a 2.39:1 aspect ratio with Dolby Atmos sound, on a BD-50 disc. The 4K release will come as a 2-disc “combo pack” with its Blu-ray Disc counterpart included. Both releases will feature a digital copy of the film, compatible with Movies Anywhere.

The 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray are now available for preorder at Amazon. Also, you can find the 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray available to preorder at online retailer GRUV. The bonus materials set to be included with these releases are listed below.

  • Deleted Scenes
  • Behind-the-Scenes Featurettes

Additionally, a Nobody 2-Movie Collection will be released on 4K UHD Blu-ray on October 7th (pictured below). It is now available for preorder at Amazon and GRUV.

Weapons is coming to 4K and Blu-ray in October

Commissions Earned

The 2025 film “Weapons” is set to be released on 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray later this year via Warner Bros. Discovery Home Entertainment. Zach Cregger wrote and directed the film. It stars Julia Garner, Josh Brolin, Benedict Wong, Austin Abrams, Toby Huss, Alden Ehrenreich, and Amy Madigan. It is certainly worth noting that this film is “Certified Fresh” by critics and “Verified Hot” by audiences at Rotten Tomatoes.

The tech specs for the 4K UHD Blu-ray include a 2160p video presentation in a 2.39:1 aspect ratio, accompanied by Dolby Vision and HDR10 (forms of high dynamic range), and Dolby Atmos sound. Tech specs for the Blu-ray include a 1080p HD video presentation in a 2.39:1 aspect ratio and Dolby Atmos sound. Both the 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray releases will feature a digital copy of the movie, compatible with Movies Anywhere.

Also, a 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook will be available at all retailers. However, at this time, preorders have already sold out. Stay tuned for an update on that. Below you can find a glimpse of the artwork for the 4K SteelBook.

You can find the 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray available for preorder at Amazon. Also, the 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray are available at online retailer GRUV. The 4K SteelBook has preorder listings at Amazon, GRUV, and Walmart, but as mentioned, they are all sold out (at this time). The bonus materials set to be included with the releases are detailed below.

  • Director Zach Cregger: Making Horror Personal (featurette)
    • Zach Cregger unravels the intricate origins of Weapons. In this insightful exclusive, he details the initial sparks of inspiration that ignited the project, revealing how elements of his own life experiences found their way into the film’s core.
  • Weaponized: The Cast of Weapons (featurette)
    • An ensemble piece showcasing the stark personalities and combative dynamic between the different characters, as well as the motivations that lead them down the path of mystery, conflict, and death.
  • Weapons: Texture of Terror (featurette)
    • Maybrook, a seemingly perfect town, harbors a darkness that runs deeper than its charming façade. Tom Hammock, along with key cast and crew, delves into the intricacies of designing the terror that grips this unsuspecting community.

Zach Cregger’s Weapons on Blu-ray and 4K

Commissions Earned

The 2025 film “Weapons” is coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray on October 14th via Warner Bros. Discovery Home Entertainment. Zach Cregger wrote and directed the film. It stars Julia Garner, Josh Brolin, Benedict Wong, Austin Abrams, Toby Huss, Alden Ehrenreich, and Amy Madigan. It is certainly worth noting that this film is “Certified Fresh” by critics and “Verified Hot” by audiences at Rotten Tomatoes.

The tech specs for the 4K UHD Blu-ray include a 2160p video presentation in a 2.39:1 aspect ratio, accompanied by Dolby Vision and HDR10 (forms of high dynamic range), and Dolby Atmos sound. Tech specs for the Blu-ray include a 1080p HD video presentation in a 2.39:1 aspect ratio and Dolby Atmos sound. Both the 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray releases will feature a digital copy of the movie, compatible with Movies Anywhere.

Also, a 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook will be available at all retailers. However, at this time, preorders have already sold out. Stay tuned for an update on that. Below you can find a glimpse of the artwork for the 4K SteelBook.

You can find the 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray available for preorder at Amazon. Also, the 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray are available at online retailer GRUV. The 4K SteelBook has preorder listings at Amazon, GRUV, and Walmart, but as mentioned, they are all sold out (at this time). The bonus materials set to be included with the releases are detailed below.

  • Director Zach Cregger: Making Horror Personal (featurette)
    • Zach Cregger unravels the intricate origins of Weapons. In this insightful exclusive, he details the initial sparks of inspiration that ignited the project, revealing how elements of his own life experiences found their way into the film’s core.
  • Weaponized: The Cast of Weapons (featurette)
    • An ensemble piece showcasing the stark personalities and combative dynamic between the different characters, as well as the motivations that lead them down the path of mystery, conflict, and death.
  • Weapons: Texture of Terror (featurette)
    • Maybrook, a seemingly perfect town, harbors a darkness that runs deeper than its charming façade. Tom Hammock, along with key cast and crew, delves into the intricacies of designing the terror that grips this unsuspecting community.

The Bad Guys 2 on 4K and Blu-ray in October

Commissions Earned

The 2025 DreamWorks Animation sequel “The Bad Guys 2” is coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray on October 7th via Universal Studios Home Entertainment. The movie was co-directed by Pierre Perifel and JP Sans. This features the voice talents of Sam Rockwell, Marc Maron, Craig Robinson, Anthony Ramos, and Awkwafina. Its voice cast co-stars Zazie Beetz, Lily Singh, Alex Borstein, and Richard Ayoade. It’s worth mentioning that this film is “Certified Fresh” (based on critics) and “Verified Hot” (based on audience ratings) at Rotten Tomatoes.

The tech specs for the 4K UHD Blu-ray include a 2160p video presentation in a 2.39:1 aspect ratio with Dolby Vision and HDR10, accompanied by Dolby Atmos sound, on a BD-100 disc. Tech specs for the Blu-ray include a 1080p HD video presentation in a 2.39:1 aspect ratio with Dolby Atmos sound, on a BD-50 disc. The 4K release will come as a 2-disc “combo pack” with a Blu-ray Disc counterpart included. Both the 4K UHD and Blu-ray physical media releases will also feature a digital copy of the film compatible with Movies Anywhere.

The 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray are now available for preorder at Amazon. You can also find the 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray available for preorder at online retailer GRUV. Lastly, the 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray are available for preorder at retailer Walmart.

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

  • LITTLE LIES AND ALIBIS: In this animated short, the Bad Guys recount their chaotic day to their parole officer after arriving 10 minutes late to their hearing.
  • Deleted Scenes with Introductions by Director Pierre Perifel and Co-Director JP Sans:
    • Lowrider Chase
    • Crime Sisters
  • BAD GUYS: Out of Line: Step into the studio with the cast as they record some of their silliest lines in this hilarious montage of recording booth moments!
  • Double Jeopardy: The Making of THE BAD GUYS 2Cast and filmmakers unveil their master plan to bring the Bad Guys back together for another epic heist!
  • Meet the Gang: The gang is back together! Catch up with the all-star cast behind your favorite Bad Guys and meet the Bad Girls!
  • Double Trouble: The Animals Behind THE BAD GUYS 2The cast of THE BAD GUYS 2 meet the real-life animal versions of their characters!
  • Causing a Scene: Learn how the film’s adrenaline pumping action sequences came to life!
  • Planning the Heist: Director Pierre Perifel and Co-Director JP Sans break down how they devised the elaborate Lucha Heist in this hilarious show and tell!
  • Sketching the Bad Girls: A crime has been committed and the suspects are…the Bad Girls! Co-Director JP Sans (witness to the incident) gives a description of each of the suspects to the detective, Producer Damon Ross, and the sketch artist, Director Pierre Perifel, who shows how to draw them yourself!
    • Kitty
    • Doom
    • Pigtail
  • Feature Commentary with Director Pierre Perifel, Co-Director JP Sans, Head of Character Animation Benjamin Willis, Head of Story Katherine de Vries, and Head of Cinematography, Layout Théophile Bondoux

Pixar movie Elio on 4K and Blu-ray in September

Commissions Earned

The 2025 Pixar animated film “Elio” is coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook and Blu-ray on September 9th via Disney. Adrian Molina, Domee Shi, and Madeline Sharafian co-directed this movie. It features the voice talents of Yonas Kibreab, Zoe Saldaña, Remy Edgerly, and Brad Garrett. It’s worth noting that this movie is “Certified Fresh” by critics and is “Verified Hot” by audiences on Rotten Tomatoes.

The tech specs for the 4K UHD Blu-ray include a 2160p video presentation in 2.39:1 aspect ratio with Dolby Vision and HDR10 forms of high dynamic range, accompanied by Dolby Atmos sound, on a BD-100 disc. Tech specs for the Blu-ray include 1080p HD video in 2.39:1 aspect ratio and DTS-HD Master Audio 7.1 lossless surround sound, on a BD-50 disc.

The 4K SteelBook and Blu-ray will each come as a 2-disc “combo pack” with the 4K getting its Blu-ray counterpart, and the Blu-ray getting its DVD counterpart. A digital copy will be included with each version, compatible with Movies Anywhere. You cannot yet find the 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook or Blu-ray available for preorder at Amazon or Walmart, but stay tuned for an update. The following bonus materials will be included with each release.

  • Inside the Communiverse: The World and Characters of Elio – Launch behind the scenes with the cast and crew to get an in-depth look at the design and development of our meteoric main characters, as well as the making of all the celestial environments that make up Elio‘s universe.
  • Out of This World: An Astro Q&A – Calling all space enthusiasts! Voice actors Yonas Kibreab (Elio) and Remy Edgerly (Glordon) meet with a real-life astronaut to discuss space travel, possible alien life on other planets, and why it’s important to study space.
  • Astronomic Art Class: Ooooo and Glordon – Join Nicolle Castro, the lead story artist, as she shares her role on the film and guides viewers through drawing a couple of the film’s interstellar characters, Ooooo and Glordon.
  • Extraterrestrial Easter Eggs and Fun Facts – Uncover the references and characters from some of your favorite Pixar films hidden throughout Elio, along with other fun facts.
  • Galactic Gag Reel  – Discover the fun inside the recording booth with the starry voice actors from Disney and Pixar’s Elio as they bring their characters to life with some entertaining laughs.
  • Deleted Scenes – Check out the scenes that didn’t make the final cut:
  • Bike Chase 
  • Garden Party
  • Carver Legend 
  • Questa’s Second Test 
  • Home Visit

Below, after the break, you can find the promotional trailer for the home video release.

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Superman 2025 on 4K and Blu-ray in September

Commissions Earned

The 2025 film “Superman” is officially coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray on September 23rd via Warner Bros. Discovery Home Entertainment. James Gunn directed and co-wrote the DC Studios film. It stars David Corenswet, Rachel Brosnahan, and Nicholas Hoult. The film also stars Edi Gathegi, Anthony Carrigan, Nathan Fillion, Isabela Merced, Skyler Gisondo, Sara Sampaio, María Gabriela de Faría, Wendell Pierce, Alan Tudyk, Pruitt Taylor Vince, and Neva Howell. It’s certainly worth noting that the movie is “Certified Fresh” by critics and “Verified Hot” by audiences over at Rotten Tomatoes.

The tech specs for the 4K UHD Blu-ray include a 2160p video presentation in a 1.85:1 aspect ratio with Dolby Vision or HDR10 and Dolby Atmos sound. The tech specs for the Blu-ray include a 1080p HD video presentation in a 1.85:1 aspect ratio with Dolby Atmos sound. Both physical media format releases will include a digital copy, compatible with Movies Anywhere.

There will also be a 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook (pictured further above) available. It’s currently unavailable for preorder at Amazon, but a placeholder exists. Stay tuned for an update on that. However, you can find the 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray available for preorder now at Amazon. The 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray are also available at online retailer GRUV. Additionally, you can find the 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray available for preorder at retailer Walmart. It’s currently sold out, but there is a preorder page for the 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook at GRUV.

The bonus materials set to be included with the physical media releases of the film are listed below.

  • Krypto Saves the Day!: School Bus Scuffle – (5:32)
  • Adventures in Making Superman Featurette (60:00)
  • Icons Forever: Superman’s Enduring Legacy – Featurette (6:05)
  • Lex Luthor: The Mind of a Master Villain – Featurette (5:18)
  • Kryptunes: The Music of Superman – Featurette (6:31)
  • Paws to Pixels: Krypto is Born – Featurette (5:54)
  • Breaking News: The Daily Planet Returns – Featurette (5:23)
  • The Ultimate Villain – Featurette (5:30)
  • The Justice Gang – Featurette (10:37)
  • A New Era: DC Takes Off – Featurette (4:53)

Also, the included digital version will include the following exclusive extras.

  • Director’s Commentary with James Gunn
  • Gag Reel
  • Deleted Scenes

Mission: Impossible The Final Reckoning on 4K

Commissions Earned

The 2025 sequel “Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning” is coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray and 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook on October 14th via Paramount. Christopher McQuarrie directed and co-wrote the film. It stars Tom Cruise, Hayley Atwell, Ving Rhames, Simon Pegg, and Henry Czerny. It’s certainly worth noting that this movie is rated both “Certified Fresh” based on reviews by critics and “Verified Hot” by audiences at Rotten Tomatoes.

The tech specs for the 4K include a 2160p video presentation in 2.39:1 and 1.90:1 shifting aspect ratios, including Dolby Vision and HDR10 with Dolby Atmos sound, on a BD-100 disc. NOTE: There will not be a standard Blu-ray release of this film on home video. If you want a Blu-ray, you’ll have to buy one of the two 4K 3-disc “combo packs” which include the Blu-ray Disc counterpart. A Blu-ray housing bonus materials will also be included. A digital copy of the film is also included with both of the 4K UHD Blu-ray releases.

You can find the 4K UHD Blu-ray and 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook available for preorder at Amazon. Also, you can find the 4K UHD Blu-ray and 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook available for preorder at retailer Walmart. The bonus materials set to be included with the 4K releases are listed below.

  • BEHIND THE SCENES
    • Taking Flight—Tom Cruise and director Christopher McQuarrie take you through the biplanes stunt. Witness them push things to the next level to capture these incredible flight sequences.
    • To The Depths—Dive in with Tom Cruise and director Christopher McQuarrie to explore every detail of the water tank/moving gimbal, the special masks/water suits, and the rigorous planning and execution of this one-of-a-kind stunt.
    • To The North—Journey with the cast and crew to see how they filmed in extreme conditions to create the breathtaking sequence in the high Arctic of Svalbard.
    • Through the Mine—Explore the Middleton Mine as the team highlights the risks, challenges, and practical elements to pull off this incredible action sequence.
    • The Score—A behind-the-scenes look at the original music composed for the film.
  • EDITORIAL CONTENT
    • Deleted Footage Montage with Optional Commentary by Director Christopher McQuarrie—Director Christopher McQuarrie shares some of the stunning, never-before-seen deleted shots that did not make the final film.
    • Olifants River Canyon with Optional Commentary by Director Christopher McQuarrie—Director Christopher McQuarrie details the difficulties of shooting the dangerous, low level flying sequence through the Olifants River Canyon in South Africa.
    • Biplane Transfer with Optional Commentary by Director Christopher McQuarrie and Tom Cruise—Tom Cruise and director Christopher McQuarrie discuss the challenges of filming the highly technical and extremely dangerous biplane transfer stunt at high altitudes.
  • COMMENTARIES
    • Commentary by Director Christopher McQuarrie and Tom Cruise—Enjoy a compelling, in-depth discussion with Christopher M cQuarrie and Tom Cruise.
    • Commentary by Director Christopher McQuarrie, Editor Eddie Hamilton, and First Assistant Director Mary Boulding—Experience the film with riveting insights and analysis from these acclaimed filmmakers.
    • Commentary by Composers Max Aruj and Alfie Godfrey, and Score Producer Cécile Tournesac—Hear from the artists who enhance the action with thrilling music.
  • PROMO SPOTS
    • Parachute Burn— Watch Tom Cruise earn a Guinness World Record for the most burning parachute jumps by an individual.
    • Snorri Rig Camera— Survival is in the details. See the unique camera set up for Tom as he does his parachute jump.
    • Jump Flip— Witness Tom’s epic jump.
    • Long Wing— See Tom hang on to the wing of the biplane mid-flight.
  • STILL GALLERIES
    • Tom Cruise (Biography included)
    • Christopher McQuarrie
    • Collaboration
    • Supporting Cast
  • ISOLATED SCORE TRACK
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