The film Hamnet comes to 4K and Blu-ray in March

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A promotional image for the collector's edition of the film 'Hamnet,' directed by Chloe Zhao, featuring actors Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal. The cover shows the characters in a lush, green environment, surrounded by plants.
Blu-ray cover of the movie 'Hamnet', featuring the title prominently along with the names of the cast Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal, set against a backdrop of greenery.
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The 2025 film “Hamnet” is coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray on March 3rd via Universal Studios Home Entertainment.

Chloé Zhao directed, executive-produced, and co-wrote the screenplay for the motion picture. The movie is based on the novel (of the same title) written by Maggie O’Farrell. O’Farrell also actually co-wrote the script. Steven Spielberg and Sam Mendes both served as producers. The movie starred Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal. Its supporting cast included Justine Mitchell, Emily Watson, David Wilmot, James Lintern, Joe Alwyn, Zac Wishart, and Freya Hannan-Mills. It’s worth noting that this is “Certified Fresh” (by critics) and “Verified Hot” (by audiences) on Rotten Tomatoes.

UPDATED: The tech specs for the 4K UHD Blu-ray have now been detailed. It will include a 2160p video presentation in a 1.78:1 aspect ratio with Dolby Vision (HDR10-compatible) high dynamic range and Dolby Atmos sound, on a BD-100 disc. The tech specs for the Blu-ray include a 1080p HD video presentation in a 1.78:1 aspect ratio and Dolby Atmos sound, on a BD-50 disc.

The 4K UHD Blu-ray will come as a 2-disc “combo pack” with its Blu-ray Disc counterpart included. Both releases will feature a digital code (copy) of the film compatible with Movies Anywhere.

The 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray are each now available for preorder at Amazon. The bonus materials to be included with the release(s) are listed below.

  • Audio Commentary by Chloé Zhao
  • Featurettes:
    • Family is Forever
    • Cultivating Creativity
    • Recreating the Tudor Period

Monty Python’s Life of Brian Criterion 4K in April

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Cover art for the Criterion Collection release of Monty Python's Life of Brian, featuring bold lettering against a starry background with a silhouette of a ship.
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The 1979 film “Monty Python’s Life of Brian” will be released on 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray via The Criterion Collection on April 14th.

Terry Jones directed the film. It starred the Monty Python comedy troupe, which included Graham Chapman, John Cleese, Terry Gilliam, Eric Idle, Terry Jones, and Michael Palin.

The movie has received a 4K digital restoration, supervised by Monty Python’s Terry Gilliam. The tech specs for the 4K UHD Blu-ray include a 2160p video presentation in a 1.85:1 aspect ratio with Dolby Vision (HDR10-compatible) high dynamic range, along with lossless DTS-HD Master Audio 2.0 and 5.1 surround sound mixes. Tech specs for the Blu-ray version include a 1080p HD video presentation in a 1.85:1 aspect ratio, as well as DTS-HD MA 2.0 and 5.1 surround sound.

The 4K release, just like the Blu-ray release, will arrive as a 2-disc set with a [bonus] Blu-ray Disc accommodating only the special features. NOTE: It does NOT include an HD version of the film on said disc; just extras.

The 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray are now available for preorder at Amazon. Also, you can preorder directly via the Criterion Website. The bonus materials included with the releases are listed below.

  • Two audio commentaries featuring Pythons Gilliam, John Cleese, Eric Idle, Terry Jones, and Michael Palin
  • The Story of Brian (2007), a making-of documentary
  • The Pythons (1979), a documentary about Monty Python filmed on location for Life of Brian
  • Behind-the-scenes Super 8 film shot by Palin
  • Five deleted scenes with commentary by the Pythons
  • Original British radio ads starring Mrs. Cleese, Mrs. Gilliam, Mrs. Idle, and Palin’s dentist
  • Original illustrated recording by the Pythons of an early version of their screenplay
  • Animated stills gallery
  • Trailer
  • English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing
  • PLUS: An essay by film critic Bilge Ebiri
  • Cover based on an original theatrical poster by Terry Gilliam

The 1987 film Innerspace limited edition 4K in April

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Movie poster for 'InnerSpace', featuring a sci-fi theme with a character in a spacesuit, surrounded by other characters and whimsical elements. Directed by Joe Dante and presented by Steven Spielberg.
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The 1987 sci-fi/comedy “Innerspace” will get both 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray Limited Edition releases on April 28th via Arrow Video. Each release will be distributed stateside by MVD Entertainment Group.

Joe Dante directed the movie, which Steven Spielberg produced. It starred Dennis Quaid, Martin Short, and Meg Ryan. The supporting cast included Kevin McCarthy, Fiona Lewis, Vernon Wells, Robert Picardo, Wendy Schaal, Harold Sylvester, and Henry Gibson.

It has received a new restoration from the original 35mm negative (by Arrow Films), approved by director Joe Dante. The tech specs for the 4K UHD Blu-ray include a 2160p video presentation in a 1.85:1 aspect ratio with Dolby Vision (HDR10-compatible) high dynamic range, along with Dolby Atmos, as well as lossless 2.0 stereo, and a 4.0 from the 70mm 6-track mix. Tech specs for the Blu-ray version include a 1080p HD video presentation in a 1.85:1 aspect ratio along with Dolby Atmos, as well as both lossless 2.0 and 4.0 sound mixes.

The 4K UHD Blu-ray Limited Edition and Blu-ray Limited Edition sets are now available for preorder at Amazon. Also, you can find them available for preorder directly via Arrow Video’s website or the MVD Shop.

Collection of 'InnerSpace' Blu-ray, including a 4K Ultra HD disc, artwork, and notes.

Each limited edition set will include these physical extras (pictured above).

  • Reversible sleeve featuring original and newly commissioned artwork by Doug John Miller
  • Double-sided fold-out poster featuring two original artwork options
  • Collectors’ perfect-bound booklet featuring new writing by film critics Charlie Brigden, Michael Doyle, Josh Nelson, Jessica Scott and Andrea Subissati, a short guide to Joe Dante’s stock company by Scott Saslow, plus the original exhibitors pamphlet

Traditional bonus materials included with the release(s) are listed below.

  • Brand new audio commentary by film critic Drew McWeeny
  • Archive audio commentary with director Joe Dante, producer Michael Finnell, visual effects supervisor Dennis Muren and actors Kevin McCarthy and Robert Picardo
  • Shrinkage: The Making of Innerspace, a brand new hour-long documentary featuring newly filmed interviews with director Joe Dante, producer Michael Finnell, visual effects supervisor Dennis Muren, visual effects artists Harley Jessup and Bill George and ac
  • Behind the Scenes with Joe Dante, previously unseen video footage shot during the production of Innerspace
  • Behind the Scenes at ILM, previously unseen footage shot by visual effects supervisor Dennis Muren during production
  • Original storyboards
  • Continuity and Behind the Scenes Polaroids
  • Production stills gallery
  • Posters and Promo stills gallery
  • Theatrical trailer

Throw Momma From the Train is coming to 4K in April

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DVD cover for 'Throw Momma From the Train' featuring Danny DeVito and Billy Crystal, with a tagline about a friendship and a small favor.
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The 1987 dark comedy “Throw Momma From the Train” is coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray on April 28th via KL Studio Classics (Kino Lorber).

Danny DeVito directed and starred in the movie. It co-starred Billy Crystal, Rob Reiner, Kim Greist, and Anne Ramsey. On a related note, Anne Ramsey received an Academy Award nomination for “Best Actress in a Supporting Role” in the film, back in 1988.

The tech specs for the 4K UHD Blu-ray have yet to be detailed; nonetheless, you can typically expect a 2160p video presentation, in the original 1.85:1 aspect ratio, with lossless sound. I would also expect it to include Dolby Vision and HDR10 as forms of high dynamic range. But, as mentioned, the full details of this release have yet to be revealed. So, stay tuned for an update on the tech specs and bonus materials.

For now, you can preorder the 4K UHD Blu-ray directly from Kino Lorber’s website. Meanwhile, Amazon and Walmart preorder listings are pending.

The 1967 film Point Blank on Criterion 4K in April

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Movie poster for 'Point Blank' featuring Lee Marvin, directed by John Boorman, with a stylized design and bold colors.
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The 1967 motion picture “Point Blank” is coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray on April 21st via The Criterion Collection.

John Boorman directed the movie, which starred Lee Marvin. It co-starred Angie Dickinson, Keenan Wynn, Carroll O’Connor, Lloyd Bochner, Michael Strong, Sharon Acker, and John Vernon.

The tech specs for the 4K UHD Blu-ray include a 2160p video presentation in a 2.35:1 aspect ratio with Dolby Vision (HDR10-compatible) with uncompressed Linear PCM Mono sound. Tech specs for the Blu-ray include a 1080p HD video presentation in a 2.35:1 aspect ratio with LPCM Mono sound. The 4K release will come as a 2-disc “combo pack” with its Blu-ray Disc counterpart included.

This movie has received a new 4K digital restoration, supervised and approved by director John Boorman. You can now find the 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray available for preorder at Amazon. Also, you can preorder directly via the Criterion website. The bonus materials for the Criterion release(s) are listed below.

  • Audio commentary featuring Boorman and filmmaker Steven Soderbergh
  • Interview with Boorman conducted by author Geoff Dyer
  • New interview with critic Mark Harris
  • New reflections on the film by filmmaker Jim Jarmusch
  • New program on the midcentury Los Angeles architecture featured in the film, with historian Alison Martino
  • The Rock (1967), a short documentary on Alcatraz and the making of the film
  • Interview with Marvin from a 1970 episode of The Dick Cavett Show
  • Trailer
  • English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing
  • PLUS: An essay by Dyer
  • New cover by Jay Shaw

Anaconda “remake” comes to 4K and Blu-ray in March

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DVD cover for the movie 'Anaconda' featuring Paul Rudd and Jack Black, with a large snake and a pig in the foreground.
Blu-ray cover of the movie 'Anaconda' featuring main cast members Paul Rudd, Jack Black, Steve Zahn, and Thandiwe Newton with a large snake in a jungle background.
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The 2025 “remake” of “Anaconda” is coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook and Blu-ray on March 17th via Sony Pictures Home Entertainment.

Tom Gormican directed and co-wrote the movie, based on the 1997 film of the same title. It stars Paul Rudd and Jack Black. The supporting cast includes Steve Zahn, Thandiwe Newton, Daniela Melchior, and Selton Mello.

The tech specs for the 4K UHD Blu-ray include a 2160p video presentation in a 2.39:1 aspect ratio with Dolby Vision (HDR10-compatible) 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 lossless DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 surround sound. Both releases will come with a digital code (copy) compatible with Movies Anywhere.

The 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook (pictured in detail below) and the Blu-ray are now available for preorder at Amazon. Also, you can preorder the 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook and Blu-ray at Walmart.

4K Ultra HD Blu-ray cover of 'Anaconda' featuring a detailed illustration of a giant snake, with images of cast members Paul Rudd and Jack Black amidst a jungle background.
4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook

The bonus materials for the 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook and Blu-ray are listed below.

  • Hiss-terical Outtakes & Bloopers
  • Deleted & Extended Scenes
  • A Ride Into Chaos with Jack & Paul
  • Friends in the Wild: The Cast
  • The Snake Charmer: Tom Gormican
  • Reinventing the Legend: Anaconda

Further below, after the break, you can find the trailer for the movie and the press release.

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For All Mankind Season Two comes to Blu-ray in March

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Blu-ray cover of 'For All Mankind' Season Two featuring astronauts on the moon with a large Earth visible in the background.
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“For All Mankind: Season Two“ will be released on Blu-ray Disc on March 3rd via Sony Pictures Home Entertainment.

The show, which airs on AppleTV, has run for four seasons, with a fifth coming soon. Its cast includes Joel Kinnaman, Michael Dorman, Sarah Jones, Shantel VanSanten, Jodi Balfour, Sonya Walger, Krys Marshall, Cynthy Wu, Casey W. Johnson, Coral Peña, and Wrenn Schmidt.

The tech specs for the 4-disc Blu-ray set include a 1080p HD video presentation in a 2.00:1 aspect ratio, with lossless DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 surround sound.

UPDATED: You can now find that the Blu-ray is available for preorder at Amazon. The only bonus materials for the release include an Episode 10 Commentary by Series Creators. Below, after the break, you can find the full press release announcement just issued.

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Cobra Kai: The Complete Series on Blu-ray in March

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Blu-ray box set of 'Cobra Kai: The Complete Series' with individual season discs displayed in front
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“Cobra Kai: The Complete Series“ is finally coming to Blu-ray Disc on March 3rd via Sony Pictures Home Entertainment.

The show, established as a follow-up to the original “Karate Kid” films, ran from 2018 through 2025 for a total of six seasons, primarily on Netflix. It starred Ralph Macchio and William Zabka. Its supporting cast included Courtney Henggeler, Xolo Maridueña, Tanner Buchanan, Mary Mouser, Jacob Bertrand, Gianni DeCenzo, and Martin Kove. The tech specs for the Blu-ray set include a 1080p HD video presentation in a 1.78:1 aspect ratio with lossless DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 surround sound, spanning across a 13-disc set.

UPDATED: The Blu-ray set is now available for preorder at Amazon. The bonus materials for this set are listed below, featuring lots of new Blu-ray exclusive extras.

  • SEASON ONE:
    • NEW BLU-RAY EXCLUSIVE: Commentary on the Pilot with Show Creators Josh Heald, Jon Hurwitz and Hayden Schlossberg
    • Deleted Scenes, 2 Featurettes, 2 Musical Performances
  • SEASON TWO
    • Deleted Scenes, 5 Featurettes, Blooper Reel
  • SEASON THREE
    •  Deleted Scenes, Blooper Reel
  • SEASON FOUR
    •  Deleted Scenes, Blooper Reel, Featurette
  • SEASON FIVE
    •  Deleted Scenes, Blooper Reel
  • SEASON SIX:
    • NEW BLU-RAY EXCLUSIVE: Commentary on the Series Finale with Show Creators Josh Heald, Jon Hurwitz and Hayden Schlossberg
    • Deleted Scenes, Blooper Reel

EDITORIAL NOTE: This is the very first time in the United States that this show has come to Blu-ray Disc. Stateside, the show has received individual DVD releases for the first five seasons. The final (sixth) season will also get a DVD release on March 3rd. For now, this set will be the only way to own the shown in HD on physical media in its entirety. Eventually you will presumably see individual releases for each season, but that’s only based on my own speculation.

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