The 1996 film Sleepers is coming to 4K in April

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Cover art for the movie 'Sleepers' featuring actors Kevin Bacon, Robert De Niro, Dustin Hoffman, Brad Pitt, and Lucas Patric. The design highlights a dramatic urban setting with a focus on the characters' faces.
Cover of the 4K Ultra HD limited edition SteelBook for the movie 'Sleepers', featuring actor names Kevin Bacon, Robert De Niro, Dustin Hoffman, Jason Patric, and Brad Pitt.
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The 1996 film “Sleepers” is coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray and 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook on April 21st via Warner Bros. Discovery Home Entertainment.

Barry Levinson directed the movie and wrote the screenplay, based on the book by Lorenzo Carcaterra. It starred Kevin Bacon, Robert De Niro, Dustin Hoffman, Jason Patric, and Brad Pitt. Its supporting cast included Minnie Driver, Bruno Kirby, Vittorio Gassman, Ron Eldard, Terry Kinney, Jonathan Tucker, and the late Brad Renfro.

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, along with lossless DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 surround sound in either the original theatrical or a director-approved remix. The release will include a digital code (copy) of the film compatible with Movies Anywhere.

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

  • The Making of Sleepers: A Conversation with Barry Levinson
  • Sleepers: The Art of Casting with Barry Levinson

A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms on 4K and Blu-ray

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Cover art for HBO's 'A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms: The Complete First Season', featuring two characters in medieval attire standing together, with a bustling market scene in the background.
Blu-ray cover for 'A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms: The Complete First Season' featuring two characters in medieval attire standing on a grassy hill under a cloudy sky.
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The HBO original series “A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms: The Complete First Season” is coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray on June 16th via Warner Bros. Discovery Home Entertainment.

The show, created by George R.R. Martin & Ira Parker, is a spin-off, or rather origin story, set before the events of the “Game of Thrones” series. It stars Peter Claffey and Dexter Sol Ansell. The supporting cast includes Daniel Ings, Danny Webb, Shaun Thomas, Finn Bennett, Daniel Monks, Sam Spruell, Bertie Carvel, and Cara Harris.

The tech specs for the 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray have yet to be detailed, but I have put in a request to Warner for further details. Stay tuned for an update on that. The show will be presented in a 2.00:1 aspect ratio on both formats.

The 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray are each now available for preorder at Amazon. The bonus materials included with the releases are listed below.

  • 4K & Blu-ray Exclusives:
    • “Building A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms”
    • “Welcome to A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms” (Extended)
  • Additional Bonus Features:
    • “A Knight in the Making” web documentary series (Episodes 1-6)
    • “Ashford Meadow Set Tour with Dexter Sol Ansell”
    • “Inside the Episode” (Episodes 1-6)
    • Character Spotlights:
      • Meet Dunk
      • Meet Egg
    • Blooper Reel

Further below, after the break, you can find the full press announcement for the home video releases of the first season of the TV series.

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Moneyball celebrates 15th anniversary on 4K in April

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Cover art for the movie 'Moneyball' featuring Brad Pitt, with the 4K Ultra HD badge and a DVD disc beside it.
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The 2011 film “Moneyball” will celebrate its 15th anniversary with a 4K UHD Blu-ray debut on April 28th via Sony Pictures Home Entertainment.

Bennett Miller directed the film from a screenplay co-written by Aaron Sorkin. The movie was nominated for a total of six Academy Awards (Oscars), including “Best Picture.” It starred Brad Pitt, Jonah Hill, and the late Philip Seymour Hoffman. The supporting cast included Robin Wright, Chris Pratt, and Brent Jennings.

The movie has received a 4K presentation approved by the director, Bennet Miller. The tech specs include a 2160p video presentation in a 1.85:1 aspect ratio with SDR (standard dynamic range) and lossless DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 surround sound.

NOTE: No form of HDR (high dynamic range) will be included with this release. This was most likely the director’s choice.

The 4K UHD Blu-ray is not yet available for preorder at Amazon or elsewhere, but stay tuned for an update soon. The bonus materials included with the release are listed below.

  • Deleted Scenes
  • Blooper with Brad Pitt and Jonah Hill
  • Moneyball: Playing the Game
  • Billy Beane: Re-Inventing the Game
  • Drafting the Team
  • Adapting Moneyball
  • Theatrical Trailer

Further below, after the break, you can find the press release for this release.

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The 2004 film Meet the Fockers comes to 4K in April

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The 2004 sequel “Meet the Fockers“ is coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray on April 14th via Universal Studios Home Entertainment.

Jay Roach directed the movie. It starred Ben Stiller, Teri Polo, Robert De Niro, Dustin Hoffman, Barbra Streisand, Blythe Danner, and Owen Wilson. This was the first sequel to the film “Meet the Parents” (2000), which is already available on 4K UHD Blu-ray.

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 and Dolby Atmos sound, on a BD-66 disc. The 2-disc release will be a “combo pack” with the Blu-ray Disc counterpart included, as well as a digital code (copy) of the film compatible with Movies Anywhere.

The 4K UHD Blu-ray is now available for preorder at Amazon and GRUV. The bonus materials included with the release are listed below.

  • Deleted Scenes
  • Bloopers
  • Inside the Litter Box: Behind-the-Scenes with Jinx the Cat
  • The Manary Gland
  • Fockers’ Family Portrait
  • The Adventures of a Baby Wrangler
  • Feature Audio Commentary with Director Jay Roach and Editor/Co-Producer Jon Poll
  • … and more!

Brian De Palma film Hi, Mom! is coming to 4K in May

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Cover art for the film 'Hi, Mom!' featuring Robert De Niro, with vibrant yellow background and characters in a dramatic pose.
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The 1970 film “Hi, Mom!“ is coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray in Limited Edition on May 19th via Radiance Films, distributed stateside by MVD Entertainment Group.

Brian De Palma co-wrote and directed the movie, which starred Robert De Niro. It co-starred Charles Durning, Allen Garfield, Jennifer Salt, Paul Bartel, and Gerrit Graham.

The movie has received a 4K restoration from the original camera negative. 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 and uncompressed Linear PCM Mono sound. The 2-disc set will come as a “combo pack” with its Blu-ray Disc counterpart included. This set will be a limited edition of just 5000 copies total.

You can preorder the 4K UHD Blu-ray now via Amazon, DiabolikDVD, and MVD Shop. The bonus materials included with the release are listed below, along with details about the limited edition’s physical extras.

  • Audio commentary by writer Travis Woods (2026)
  • Interview with critic Ellen E. Jones (2026)
  • Dionysus in ‘69 – an experimental theater production of Euripides’ ‘The Bacchae’, filmed by Brian de Palma (1970, 85 mins)
  • Archival interview with co-writer Charles Hirsch (2018)
  • Trailer
  • Reversible sleeve featuring artwork based on original posters
  • Limited edition booklet featuring new writing by Matt Zoller Seitz
  • Limited edition of 5000 copies, presented in full-height Scanavo packaging with removable OBI strip leaving packaging free of certificates and markings

28 Years Later: The Bone Temple on 4K and Blu-ray

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A man in a tank top holds a cracked skull against a red background, promoting a film titled 'The Bone Temple'.
Blu-ray cover for the horror film 'The Bone Temple', featuring a dark forest background with a menacing figure and the text '28 Years Later' and 'The Best Horror Film of 2026'.
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The 2026 sequel “28 Years Later: The Bone Temple” comes to 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook and Blu-ray on April 21st via Sony Pictures Home Entertainment.

The movie was directed by Nia DaCosta, written by Alex Garland, and produced by Danny Boyle. It stars Ralph Fiennes, Alfie Williams, Maura Bird, Ghazi Al Ruffai, Jack O’Connell, and Erin Kellyman.

The tech specs for the 4K include a 2160p video presentation in a 2.39:1 aspect ratio with Dolby Vision (HDR10-compatible) high dynamic range and Dolby Atmos sound. The 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 5.1 surround sound.

You can find the 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook (pictured in further detail below) and Blu-ray available for preorder at Amazon. Also, the Blu-ray is available for preorder at Walmart, while the 4K SteelBook has already sold out there.

A DVD case for '28 Years Later: The Bone Temple' featuring vivid artwork, including a skull and an illustrated scene with characters in a dark forest setting. The case is presented in a sleek design, labeled with '4K Ultra HD + Digital'.
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The physical media releases will each include a digital code (copy) of the film compatible with Movie Anywhere. The bonus materials included with both the 4K and Blu-ray are listed below.

  • Commentary with Director Nia DaCosta
  • Behind The Scenes: New Blood, The Doctor and the Devil, Beneath the Rage
  • Deleted Scene
  • Infected Takes: Bloopers

Further below, after the break, you can find the trailer for the movie as well as the press release announcing the home video releases.

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The Choral starring Ralph Fiennes on Blu-ray in March

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Blu-ray cover of 'The Choral' featuring Ralph Fiennes, with an image of a group of people in a rural setting and a tagline describing the film as 'Funny and Moving'.
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The 2025 film “The Choral” is coming to Blu-ray Disc on March 17th via Sony Pictures Classics (Sony Pictures Home Entertainment).

Nicholas Hytner directed the movie. It stars Ralph Fiennes, Roger Allam, Simon Russell Beale, and Thomas Howes.

The tech specs for the Blu-ray include a 1080p HD video presentation in a 2.00:1 aspect ratio with lossless DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 surround sound, on a BD-50 disc.

The Blu-ray is now available for preorder at Amazon and MovieZyng. The release will not include any extras. Further below, after the break, you can find the trailer.

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