In 2021, the animated series Arcane, based on the popular video game League of Legends, debuted on Netflix, and fans and critics went wild. As is the case with many series that debuted on a streaming service, it was denied a physical media release. Until now, that is. The series will finally get a definitive, limited-run Collector’s Edition, 4K UHD, and a Standard Edition SteelBook Editions. There’s also a Blu-Ray Standard Edition, and on Digital Download-to-Own. All editions are currently available for preorder.

So what can Arcane fans expect? The limited-run Collector’s Edition is presented in a rigid clamshell box featuring original artwork. It contains all nine episodes presented in 4K resolution, mastered in Dolby Vision HDR. The edition also contains all episodes on standard Blu-ray discs. In addition to the full series, the set also has brand new exclusives to the Collector’s Edition.

This includes a double-sided poster featuring artwork from Piltover’s “Progress Day.” It features one side defaced by Jinx, six art cards with Powder’s illustrations, Caitlyn Kiramann’s map of Piltover, and an expansive dice set containing a Hexcore-inspired d20 die, seven liquid core resin dice inspired by Hex crystals, a protective pouch and decorative dice box. This set is limited to 6500 copies for North America.

The 4K UHD SteelBook features a stunning Jinx-themed outer package, containing the full nine-episode series presented across three 4K UHD discs. There’s also an additional Blu-ray disc containing over three hours of bonus features. The Standard SteelBook edition arrives in a Vi-themed outer package, containing the same nine-episode series and the same accompanying bonus features across three discs.

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The Standard Blu-ray edition presents the series and bonus features across three Blu-ray discs. Both versions of the SteelBook edition and the standard Blu-ray edition drop on October 8, 2024 from Shout! Studios. Bonus features on all physical editions include exclusive conversations with key creative talent and writers. Also, numerous scene breakdowns from the animation staff at studio Fortiche, “making-of” videos, and more. Arcane will be available in North America starting September 24, 2024 on digital download-to-own platforms.

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Disney+’s unexpected (yet very welcomed) foray into physical media was clearly a success. After letting fans take home their own copies of Loki, WandaVision, and The Mandalorian on 4K UHD and Blu-ray, the Mouse House has announced a new batch of streaming shows will join their counterparts in stores. Disney+ shows Andor, Obi-Wan Kenobi, Moon Knight, and The Falcon and The Winter Soldier are all getting their physical releases, specifically Steelbook editions.

On April 30, 2024 The Walt Disney Company is going to let fans take home four new Collector’s Editions Steelbooks. The lineup includes streaming shows for both Star Wars and the MCU. Each series come in 4K UHD and Blu-ray options. They’ll also feature Steelbook packaging with art from Attila Szarka, concept art cards, and brand new bonus features. Here are all the extras fans will get with each release:

The Falcon and The Winter Soldier: The Complete First Season

BONUS FEATURES

• Featurette: Cap’s Shield – Sometimes a shield isn’t just a shield. Anthony Mackie and the creative team behind The Falcon and the Winter Soldier discuss what Captain America’s iconic accessory ultimately represents — along with the numerous challenges of capturing the cumbersome prop in action once cameras started rolling.
• Gag Reel: Watch the hilarious outtakes with cast and crew.
• Deleted scenes:
  —Flight Lesson – Sam and Rhodey have a heart to heart and bond over flying.
  —Still Not Funny – Bucky brings a treat to Sam’s family gathering.)
• Documentary: Assembled: The Making of The Falcon and The Winter Soldier – Embark on the making of this high-flying, globe-trotting action series with the cast and crew in Assembled: The Making of Falcon and The Winter Soldier.

Moon Knight: The Complete First Season

BONUS FEATURES

• Featurette: Egyptology – Join Egyptologist Ramy Romany, Oscar Isaac and more, as they further explore the ancient Egyptian mythology that helped inspire the Moon Knight series.
• Documentary: Assembled: The Making of Moon Knight – Pull back the curtain with Oscar Isaac, Ethan Hawke, and the rest of the cast and crew in ASSEMBLED as they reveal how MOON KNIGHT was brought to life.
• Deleted Scenes:
  —Don’t Go There – While walking in the streets of Egypt, Layla questions Marc’s state of mind and motivations.
  —Breaking the Cycle – Arthur delivers a prompting speech to his crew, urging them to take action alongside him.
• Gag Reel: Watch some hilarious outtakes on set with the cast and crew.

Obi-Wan Kenobi: The Complete Series

BONUS FEATURES

• Featurettes:
  —Duels of Fate: Obi-Wan vs Vader – Deborah Chow, Ewan McGregor and Hayden Christensen examine the lightsaber battles of Obi-Wan and Darth Vader.
  —The Dark Times: Villains – Uncover the lore of the deadly Inquisitors, and Darth Vader’s iconic look.
  —Designing The Galaxy – Say hello to Leia’s loveable sidekick, Lola, then explore the new planets of the Star Wars galaxy.
  —Director’s Commentary – Join director Deborah Chow for an exclusive audio commentary on the action-packed finale.

Andor: The Complete First Season

BONUS FEATURES

• Featurettes:
  —Ferrix Part 1: Imperial Occupation – Tony Gilroy, Kathleen Kennedy and Diego Luna discuss the series’ origins.
  —Aldhani: Rebel Heist – Join the shoot in Scotland with character spotlights, rebel training, stunts, a VFX breakdown and more.
  —Coruscant: Whispers of Rebellion – Explore the stories of ISB agent Dedra, Senator Mon Mothma and spymaster Luthen Rael.
  —Narkina 5: One Way Out – Uncover the Empire’s penal system and the prison’s stark look, get to know Kino Loy, and view VFX breakdowns.
  —Ferrix Part 2: Fight the Empire – Tony Gilroy, Diego Luna, cast and crew reveal the making of the season finale.

Physical media lovers can start pre-ordering their favorite Disney+ shows on March 12, 2024 with a release dates coming soon. If enough people do it’s likely other streaming shows will one day join them on store shelves.

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We had to wait much longer than we wanted to see Denis Villeneuve’s Dune: Part Two, for reasons that had nothing to do with the movie. It had everything to do with studios dragging their feet on giving writers and actors fair contracts. But turns out there might have been an unexpected bonus to the film’s delay. It just arrived in theaters, yet it’s home release is already done and waiting for you. Movie lovers can already pre-order their own copy of Dune: Part Two, including a special Limited-Edition 4K Steelbook copy.

Some big-time retailers have already listed Dune: Part Two for sale. Fans and Fremen alike can put in their orders for a Dune: Part Two Steelbook 4K Ultra HD copy that also includes a Blu-Ray disc and a digital code. As of this writing Walmart lists the Steelbook edition for $34.96, while Amazon has it at $44.97. (We’ll bet that price will come down to match other sites soon enough.)

Amazon also has other options for lower prices available. Those include a standard 4K UHD copy ($39.98), as well as both a regular Blu-ray edition ($29.98) and a DVD version ($23.99).

The listings for the film don’t include any bonus features yet. As for when it will actually ship or hit stores, Amazon lists a May 14, 2024 release date. That could be totally accurate right now but still ultimately change. Dune: Part Two had a monster opening weekend. If it is still making money in theaters when May rolls around, you might have to wait a little bit longer to get your own copy. That’s fitting for a film that also got delayed.

The good news is this time a delay will be a lot easier to handle. You’ll actually be able to watch Dune: Part Two while you’re waiting to watch Dune: Part Two.

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At first, the rule about the original Star Wars and Marvel Studios Disney+ shows was that the platform would be the only place to view them. But thankfully, Disney softened up on that stance this year. It released WandaVision, Loki, and now seasons one and two of The Mandalorian in 4K Ultra HD disc steelbook and Blu-ray steelbook forms. The Mandalorian’s first two seasons arrive on December 12, just in time for the holidays. Both sets also include a ton of special features, and you can preview one of them right here. And yes, it involves little Grogu.

This Mandalorian 4K Ultra HD/Blu-ray bonus feature is a nice reminder of how those responsible for creating The Mandalorian leaned so heavily into practical effects. At least they certainly did so when it came to all things concerning Baby Yoda (as we only knew him in season one) and his dad. That they took so much care in creating his pram, or as we once said, “his little floating space bassinet,” says a lot. We never grow tired of seeing that tiny puppet come to life, endearing audiences in a way CGI could have never done.

So why should you buy physical media copies of shows like The Mandalorian? Especially when they are a click away on Disney+? Well, for starters, you just never know when shows or films will disappear from any streaming platform. We admit the idea of any Star Wars series ever vanishing from Disney+ is extremely slim, yet stranger things have happened. Second, and most importantly, the physical media versions just look and sound better. Streaming versions of everything are compressed, allowing for less visual and audio clarity. With visually stunning shows with lots of background details, you want the best video/audio presentation. And right now, that’s still on disc. We’re sure the 4K Ultra HD and Blu-ray versions of The Mandalorian seasons one and two are absolutely stunning. Their cover art certainly is.

The Mandalorian seasons one and two hit 4K Ultra HD and Blu-ray in limited edition steelbooks on December 12. That means they are available for purchase now!

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Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One forced Ethan Hunt to face the demons of his past. The film also forced him into a tiny alley with two henchmen. And it did all of that at the same time with dual fights in Venice. That sequence was one of the movie’s best. It was also one of the most challenging to put together. How did the filmmakers combine two encounters—each filmed with different techniques and different actors—and make it feel like one coherent scene? Writer-director Christopher McQuarrie and editor Eddie Hamilton explain how in this exclusive look at a bonus feature from Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One‘s home release.

The alley fight between Tom Cruise’s Ethan Hunt and the team of Pom Klementieff’s Paris and another Entity henchman would have been a standout moment in a stand out movie all by itself. It was both beautiful and brutal. The same is true of the bridge duel between Haley Atwell’s Grace and Esai Morales. But by splicing them together the film heightened the intensity of both while also highlighting just how dangerous the Entity really is.

In this bonus feature with commentary from McQuarrie and Hamilton, we learn what went into making both halves work as one cohesive moment. The key turned out to be a simultaneous start to sync the two very different kinds of fights. From there, music cues, pacing, camera work, and the actors’ commitment came together to make movie magic.

Well, it’s magical so long as we don’t think about what happened after these two fights. (Though we’re hopeful Ilsa is actually just fine and enjoying this bonus feature right now.)

From Paramount Home Entertainment, Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One One will be available to purchase on Digital 10/10. All bonus features will be available with a digital purchase. The blockbuster hit will debut on 4K Ultra HD SteelBook, 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray, and DVD on October 31^st.

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It wasn’t long ago when a big budget movie premiering on streaming was considered a bad sign for a film. Why would a studio pass on a theatrical release if it had a potential box office hit on its hands? In 2022 Prey showed why that way of thinking about modern media was already obsolete. The Predator prequel—starring Amber Midthunder as a young 18th-century Comanche Nation warrior named Naru taking on the iconic movie monster—was a success with both critics and fans alike. Now it’s breaking another misconception about the supposed limits of streaming. Prey is getting a traditional home release from Disney’s 20th Century Studios.

How did it manage to do what few other streaming releases have? To find out we talked to director Dan Trachtenberg about the process that brought Prey to disc, why he cares so much about bonus extras, the film’s deleted scenes, and whether a physical copy is prelude to a sequel.

Nerdist: Considering Prey debuted on Hulu rather than in theaters, how surprised are you we’re even talking about a home release right now?

Dan Trachtenberg: I don’t know how often this happens. I do know that this is happening for three big reasons. One because fans demanded it. There was an intense demand and I was forwarding that enough to my higher-ups to get interest.

The second part is the interest from the higher-up, Steve Asbell, who runs 20^th [Century Studios]. He did not become the head of a studio because he’s got business acumen, went to school for that, or rose the ranks through Hollywood stratagem. It’s because he’s a movie nerd. That’s why he is what he is, and that’s why he’s so good at what he does. He loves movies and he’s specifically a nerd for Predator and Aliens and stuff like that. So he also wants to make sure his boxset on his shelf is complete. He demanded it alongside everyone on Twitter and Instagram messaging me. That’s why we’re here.

The third part is just me, because I also want to have that stuff. I was very much raised by bonus features, by HBO behind-the-scenes making-ofs, and then, eventually when DVDs came out, audio commentaries. I really loved the idea of being able to participate in that myself and contributing to what could be the next crop of filmmakers and fans of appreciating the movie in a fully invested way.

You anticipated my next question. We’re a similar age and grew up with DVDs when they always had a director’s commentary. Since you already addressed why it’s important to you to do them, what do you think people who love the movie will get out of your commentary that they might not have picked up on without it?

Trachtenberg: I really wanted to assemble the commentary with an actor and also the technicians, the D.P. and the editor. Sometimes I have enjoyed actor commentaries because they’re more fun and you get a sense of what the camaraderie was like on set. Then the technician commentaries are more informative. I really wanted to combine both concepts.

One of the interesting things is we recorded the commentary and Amber brought up a scene cut out of the movie that was integral to her performance. And it’s from that conversation in the commentary that let us say, “Oh, let’s put that on the disc then.” So we hunted that down. I had totally forgotten about that scene, and now that’s on the disc.

The scene was [Amber] and a little girl having a conversation. Her performance in it was a super subtle, small thing. We hadn’t shot much of the movie yet before doing that, and when we did it was like, “This is the pace, this is the tone of this character.” Also it was a scene between a hunter and a young girl, a scene you don’t often see in the middle of this kind of genre. It was also setup for keeping Naru’s bow clean, which came back later in the movie. It was tough to lose, but we had to. I’m so happy that we could include it on the disc.

Editor’s Note: Prey’s home release also includes a pre-vis (previsualization) deleted scene that only exists as an unfinished animated sequence.

Pre-vis is something non-filmmakers never get to see. And some of the pre-vises I’ve seen in my life, not even just for my film, are oftentimes cooler than the movie. Maybe people will see this and think the same thing for a sequence that was going to be very challenging to make. It was a big treetop chase. The execution could have gone awry. We almost could have done it. It was going to be a tight squeeze.

Because I frankly was so nervous about failing the execution, I sort of let it be a bit of a bargaining chip to allow other stuff and things that I had a little bit more confidence in to get more time. But I’m happy it’s on the disc now. Especially because one of the things I love so much is a very clever use of the cut clamp that Naru uses against the Predator. I was sad to miss that. But if we had that in the movie, we would not have had the montage sequence of her preparing, setting the traps, the final bait sequence, which not only helps for clarity of story, but is also very, very Predator ‘87 in tone. That sequence allows for her to seem a little bit more clever inside, so it was a good trade, I think. And now people can see it.

In a feature out on the Blu-ray you said you waited your whole life to make a movie with great action scenes. Did getting to actually do that with Prey satiate your appetite or does it have you craving more action film opportunities?

Trachtenberg: No, it doesn’t satiate. It’s challenging because I love the action genre so much. I grew up watching Hong Kong action movies and I’m desperate to really dive in and embrace the fun kind of choreography that blew my mind growing up. That’s why I put so much effort into that one sequence where Naru takes down the fur trappers. It’s the only bit of melee in the movie. That and Dakota with the arrows and fighting Predator are kind of what I would love to do more of. But I keep getting more interested in telling great stories.

I’m always let down in a movie when the action scenes feel like, “Now we’re setting the story aside and now you’re just watching martial arts unfold,” like the movie is setting up playgrounds for action. I have to always follow, “What’s the best way to tell the story through action?” Because I know that those are the movies I end up really loving exponentially more.

I haven’t quite found the perfect film yet where it can be all that specific kind of action and also be an emotional movie. Hopefully someday soon.

On the Blu-ray, you do exactly what I think a lot of fans of the franchise would’ve done in your shoes. You geeked out pretty hard over the actual Predator and his props. While you were making Prey how often did you have to remind yourself that you were actually in charge and not just a fan getting to do something really cool?

Trachtenberg: You get so caught up in pulling it all off that you forget about that stuff. Sometimes it’s cool when you see the first design of it. You’re like, “Oh my God, that’s so cool. I can’t believe it.” Then we’re back to business.

There were a few moments where someone in the tent would we’d be like, “All right Dan, they’re ready,” and we’d look at the monitor and there’s the Predator. And we’re like, “It’s a Predator movie. We’re making a Predator movie. This is not a fan film. This isn’t just that we have something inspired by the Predator in our movie. No, this is actually canonically now [a Predator movie].” It’s crazy. It was so overwhelming when it would occur. When I would be reminded of it, when my script supervisor, anyone would be reminded, it was like, “Oh my gosh.” But a lot of times you’re just looking at the task at hand and seeing how we can pull it off that you kind of forget what you’re really a part of.

The movie came out more than a year ago. What reactions—good, bad, both—have surprised you the most?

Trachtenberg: I’ll go the two ends of the spectrum.

I’ve seen tears at the end and it’s so moving to see someone react the way, because, oddly, this is a personal story for me even though I don’t physically reflect a lot of what any of the characters are or who they represent. But emotionally, the story between Naru and her mother, and the story of Naru and herself, what’s going on with her feels very much from my heart. So when I see tears it’s just awesome.

On the flip side, a surprising reaction at one screening very early on. Someone said, “How come the blood wasn’t acid?” I was like, “Oh boy, pop culture has failed this person.” They conflated Alien vs. Predator. It all became one thing in their mind. That or we haven’t been making enough Predator films.

Considering the movie was a hit with both critics and viewers, and it’s now getting a home release, I have to ask this question. Any chance we will get a Prey 2?

Trachtenberg: I mean, there’s always a chance. There’s always a chance. And while making the movie, we kept geeking out over, “Oh my God, wouldn’t it be cool if we did X?” And there’s a number of, “Wouldn’t be cool if we did Y? Wouldn’t it be cool if we did Z?”

We’ve all been excited about what else we could do that is special. Prey, to us, felt very special and unexpected for the genre. Are there other things we could do that are unexpected? Not just for a Predator film, but also for the genre? Those are the kinds of things that we’ve been thinking or started thinking way back then. And they have never stopped the whole way through.

Have any of those ideas made it onto a computer or a piece of paper?

Trachtenberg: I mean, we’re on a computer right now talking.

You guys are always too good at this.

Trachtenberg: I’m not at liberty to say. I’m not at liberty to say.

Left unsaid is where a potential Prey 2 would debut. Would it come to streaming or make the jump to theaters? Considering how many other preconceived notions this film has busted, there’s no point in speculating.

Prey hits 4K, Blu-ray, and DVD on October 3 with over two hours of all-new bonus features.

Mikey Walsh is a staff writer at Nerdist. You can follow him on Twitter and Bluesky at @burgermike. And also anywhere someone is ranking the Targaryen kings.

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Have you recovered from The Last of Us’ season one finale? No, we have not either. And that’s totally okay because this show always hits us square in the feels. The show’s first season was a complete knockout in the best way, expertly establishing its world and the bond between Ellie and Joel. It makes you want to watch it over and over again and learn all the intricate behind-the-scenes facts. If so, you’ll be thrilled to know that The Last of Us season one is coming to 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray, and DVD this summer with a digital release on April 11. 

Those glorious physical copies of The Last of Us: The Complete First Season will be available on July 18. Outside of the obvious nine episodes, there are some rad featurettes including the cast and crew. Here are all the details, including what is digitally available vs. the physical copies only: 

• The Last of Us: Stranger Than Fiction (New Featurette Exclusive to 4K, BD and DVD) – Series cast and filmmakers are joined by experts in survival, microbiology, and parasitology for a chilling discussion on the realities of the invasive fungus and subsequent apocalypse in The Last of Us. 
• Controllers Down: Adapting The Last of Us (New Featurette Exclusive to 4K, BD and DVD) – Follow the journey of The Last of Us from console to screen as cast and filmmakers take us inside the process of expanding the world and breathing new life into the game’s beloved characters. 
• From Levels to Live Action (New Featurette Exclusive to 4K, BD and DVD) – Discover how The Last of Us incorporated and expanded fan-favorite game moments in the series.
• Getting to Know Me (4 Featurettes)
• The Last Debrief with Troy Baker (2 Featurettes)
• Inside the Episode (9 Featurettes)
• Is This A The Last of Us Line? (2 Featurettes)

The Last of Us season one Blu-ray and DVD release prices are as follows: 

Digital Purchase              $19.99 SD / $24.99 HD US; $24.99 SD / $29.99 HD (Canada)

4K Ultra HD                         $49.99 US/ $54.97 (Canada)

Blu-ray                                 $44.98 US/ $49.99 (Canada)

DVD                                    $39.99 US/ $44.98 (Canada)

We don’t know when The Last of Us season two is coming yet but, in the meantime, you can add this Blu-ray and DVD release to your collection. You will find it online and at major retailers nationwide.

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Space might be the final frontier for brave adventurers exploring new worlds. But 4K Ultra HD is the final frontier for home releases. Now the film that brought one of television’s most important franchises to the big screen is boldly going where it has never gone before. The director’s cut of Star Trek: The Motion Picture has received a full restoration and it’s set to stream on First Contact Day.

Paramount and Paramount+ previously announced a full restoration of the Director’s Edition of Star Trek: The Motion Picture. The project had an expected timeline of six to eight months. And Paramount tapped Producer David C. Fein, restoration supervisor Mike Matessino, and visual effects supervisor Daren R. Dochterman for the job. All three worked with the movie’s director, Robert Wise, previously.

Now that the project is completed, fans will get a chance to see—and hear—the 1979 film like never before. That includes 4K Ultra HD with Dolby Vision high dynamic range. Along with a new Dolby Atmos soundtrack. The completed restoration will launch on Paramount+ for an exclusive release window. And all this is coming soon. Star Trek: The Motion Picture—The Director’s Edition “will make its long-awaited debut exclusively on Paramount+ on April 5, 2022, in celebration of First Contact Day.”

Paramount

Additionally, this version of the movie will arrive in theaters as well. The release shares, “Fans will have the opportunity to see the restored version of Star Trek: The Motion Picture—The Director’s Edition on the big screen for the first time when Fathom Events and Paramount Pictures bring it to theaters for an exclusive two-day event on May 22 and May 25.  Tickets will go on sale Friday, April 8 at FathomEvents.com.” This should be a special treat for those who love the franchise the most.

For those eager for more, the theatrical cut of the movie has already released in 4K Ultra HD. It arrived in a new box set containing the first four featured films in the franchise. The most enterprising of Star Trek fans will almost certainly want that version too, just for the bonus alone.

Proving once again that while space is the final frontier, in a world with high-def new home releases, the most frequent trip Star Trek fans make is to their wallet.

Originally published July 8, 2021.

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Ready for something that will blow your mind? I’m not sure that you are. But here it is. The Hunger Games movie first released on March 23, 2012. Correct. Nearly 10 years ago. So, you don’t really want to know when you first read the book. But for those who have loved the franchise for a decade (plus), 10 years bring a treat. To celebrate its 10th anniversary, Lionsgate will release The Hunger Games 4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray + Digital SteelBook collection.

That sounds like quite the mouthful. But what it’s saying boils down to… You will get to experience the films like never before. The collection features all four of The Hunger Games movies. And when you watch them, these movies will appear in their crispest, most beautiful forms. Not to mention, they’ll live on in style.

According to a release:

The Collection features artwork from top artists Flore Maquin, Ise Ananphada, Alice X. Zhang, Tula Lotay, Paige Reynolds, Aracely Muñoz, Gemma O’Brien, Lauren Hom, Meni Chatzipanagiotou and Gia Graham.

We get a little glimpse of the magic in the released image of the collection. But we know the art will look even more incredible up close. Together, all the inner sleeves form the map of Panem. And externally, each movie gets a stunning rendition of Katniss to accompany it. She is, after all, our Mockingjay.

On the cover of the SteelBook, Katniss’ wings stream out like fire. They unfurl to reveal all the other beloved (and less beloved) characters from the franchise. A fitting homage to the franchise.

The Hunger Games 10th anniversary collection also offers bonus features for invested fans. These include audio commentaries, featurettes, deleted scenes, documentaries, and more. Ten years is a lot of time to collect content, after all. And we bet watching through will make you nostalgic.

The Hunger Games 4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray + Digital SteelBook collection will release exclusively at Best Buy. It will be available on March 22, 2022. Just in time for a 10th anniversary rewatch party of The Hunger Games. The Hunger Games collection is available for pre-order now. May the odds be ever in your favor.

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We could all use a trip to the Shire right about now. Those rolling green hills with blooming flowers and pastoral farms would be a welcome respite. While going to Middle-earth may not be possible, you can now put yourself into the world of The Lord of the Rings like never before. That’s because, last year, Warner Bros. released the beloved trilogy on 4K UHD Blu-ray.

Crisp, beautiful 4K is what The Lord of the Rings movies deserve. But this deal keeps getting better. The Lord of the Rings is a stunning movie for fall and its fans will soon be able to celebrate it with even more aplomb. Warner Bros. will release a Middle Earth 4K ultimate collectors’ edition on October 26. This set includes theatrical and extended versions of all six remastered films from the Lord of the Rings and Hobbit trilogies. There will have new bonus content, too. Not to mention, the gift box itself is gorgeous. The set also includes a 64-page booklet that showcases “a collection of costume sketches, photography and production notes” and seven travel poster art cards. We feel spoiled. And no, it doesn’t matter if you already own multiple editions of The Lord of Rings trilogy. A wizard arrives precisely when he means to, and you own as precisely as many copies of these movies as you need to.

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Warner Bros. also already released a 4K version of the somewhat less lauded The Hobbit trilogy last year. And they got Samwise Gamgee himself, Sean Astin, to share the news.

The aspect I love the most about these new releases is that the special effects that already look cool (or at least looked cool when The Lord of the Rings films premiered in the early aughts) will look even better with a 4K remaster. Director Peter Jackson oversaw the remastering himself. I want to believe cave trolls and balrogs are real, darn it. One aspect that will help with making a well-rounded Middle-earth is the sound. So hopefully, that got a nice adjustment as well.

If you’re itching to get your order in for the 4K Blu-rays now, you can purchase the already released 4K trilogies today! Otherwise, you can pre-order the ultimate collectors’ edition for its October release.

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And if you just need some Lord of the Rings joy, don’t forget about the delightful cast reunion that happened in 2020. You can watch it while you wait for even more Lord of the Rings magic.

Amy Ratcliffe is the Managing Editor for Nerdist and the author of The Jedi Mind, available for pre-order now. Follow her on Twitter and Instagram.

Originally published October 7, 2020.

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This year marks the thirtieth anniversary of the moment we all started quoting Buffalo Bill saying “put the lotion in the basket.” And the iconic horror classic The Silence of the Lambs is marking this important milestone by releasing a brand new 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray edition of the film, from the folks at Kino Lorber. Without a doubt, this will be the best that Jonathan Demme’s film has ever looked in any home video format. And it arrives just in time for Halloween viewing.

The Silence of the Lambs remains one of the most celebrated horror films of all time. It’s one of the few films in its genre to get recognition from the Academy Awards, nabbing a Best Picture win, along with Best Director for Jonathan Demme, and Best Actress for Jodie Foster, and Best Actor for Anthony Hopkins. Sadly, Precious the dog did not get any nominations. But she continues to win the award of Best Horror Movie Dog in all of our hearts.

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You can read the full specs for the new disc right here:

4K UHD Disc 1

HDR Dolby Vision / New audio commentary by film historian Tim Lucas / 5.1 Surround & 2.0 Lossless Stereo / Optional English Subtitles / UHD 100 Triple Layer Disc

Blu-ray Disc 2

New audio commentary by Film Historian Tim Lucas / Inside the Labyrinth: Documentary (66:28) / Page to Screen: Documentary (41:17)
Understanding the Madness: Featurette (19:35) / Scoring the Silence: Featurette (16:00) / Original 1991 Making-of Featurette (8:07)
Jonathan Demme and Jodie Foster Interviews (52:30) / Deleted Scenes / Outtakes/ Anthony Hopkins Phone Message (:30)
TV Spots / Theatrical Teaser / Hannibal Trailer / Theatrical Trailer/ 5.1 Surround & 2.0 Lossless Stereo / Optional English Subtitles

There are still several features missing from the Criterion Collection Blu-ray of the film, like a 1994 commentary track featuring the film’s director and lead actors. As well as several documentaries. But if there was ever a film classic enough to double-dip on and have two versions of sitting on your shelf? Then this one is it.

The 4K Ultra HD edition of Silence of the Lambs arrives on October 19.

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If the last forty years have taught us anything, it’s that you just can’t keep Michael Myers down. Or from having more home video releases of the same films of any movie outside of Star Wars. And now, the Shape is coming for you again in several new 4K releases from the folks at Scream Factory. The label has announced 4K UHD releases of the first 5 Halloween films. This marks the North American 4K UHD debut for Halloween II, III, 4 and 5.

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In an exciting nod to fans, Halloween (1978) features a return to the original camera negative for the first time. Each of these beloved, iconic films comes in a limited-edition rigid slipcase. And they will include a Blu-ray of the film as well as previously existing bonus features. And as any owner of the previous Halloween releases from Scream Factory knows, those special features were very extensive.

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Scream Factory is offering several exclusive offers (while supplies last) to fans who order from shoutfactory.com. This includes a poster featuring newly commissioned cover art from artist Joel Robinson included with each 4K UHD purchase. Also, 7” vinyl (from Sacred Bones Records) featuring newly recorded music from John Carpenter, for Halloween, Halloween II, and Halloween III: Season of the Witch.

There’s also an offer that contains all five films on 4K UHD, all five posters, and all three new 7” vinyl records. And finally, for the most fervent of Halloween fans, there is the ultimate offer. This contains all five films on 4K UHD, all five posters, and all three new 7” vinyl records — plus an exclusive limited edition set of five enamel pins in a collectible box (created with partners Gutter Garbs).

The five original Halloween films arrive just in time for the release of Halloween Kills. Sure, four of those aren’t canon anymore. But they are still classic slashers. Just think of them as variant timeline version of Michael Myers, kinda like on Loki. For more information on these new releases, including full specs, head on over to ShoutFactory.com.

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The spice must flow, and flow it will this year. Director Denis Villeneuve’s highly-anticipated new adaptation of Frank Herbert’s Dune will finally come to theaters on October 1. But if you need even more Melange in your life, you’ll also be able to watch David Lynch’s 1984 version like never before. Arrow Films has announced the film is getting a 4K release. And it comes loaded with goodies for diehard fans.

The Kyle MacLachlan-led version of Dune is coming to home theaters with a jam-packed 4K bundle. (Which we first heard about at /Film). It will come in both a standard set and as a SteelBook exclusive. You can order your copy as a 4K Blu-ray, or in Ultra HD.

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Each version will feature a brand new 4K restoration from the original camera negative. They will also come with a 60-page perfect-bound book that has new writing about the movie. The book also has as a 1984 American Cinematographer interview with sound designer Alan Splet, excerpts from an interview with the director from Chris Rodley’s book Lynch on Lynch, and a Dune Terminology glossary from the original release. And both sets also include six double-sided and postcard-sized lobby card reproductions.

The two-disc standard set also has a large fold-out double-sided poster featuring original and newly commissioned artwork by Dániel Taylor. As well as limited-edition packaging with a reversible sleeve. That also has new art from Taylor.

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The three-disc SteelBook comes in Deluxe rigid packaging with original theatrical artwork. It also has its own large fold-out double-sided poster with original theatrical art. And there’s also an additional 100-page book included. It has original pre-production concepts and designs by Anthony Masters and Ron Miller. As well as an interview with Masters from the film’s press kit.

Those are just a fraction of the bonus content included with each set. You can find a full list of both set’s extras where they are available to pre-order. Check out Arrow Films’ Twitter account to see where you can get yours (and for how much) in the US, UK, and Canada. The sets begin shipping at the end of August. Which is plenty of time to watch all the content on each before the new Dune comes to theaters.

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I came across Speed on cable the other day. Which means, obviously, that I watched Speed in its entirety the other day. Just like I have a million times before. But pop quiz, hotshot: you realize one of your favorite action movies came out more than 25 years ago. What do you do? WHAT DO YOU DO?! You wonder if it’s time to start drinking prune juice and watching CBS procedurals, that’s what you do. But getting old isn’t all bad. When you retire you get a cheap gold watch. Even better, technology improves. And soon we’ll be able to enjoy Speed like never before. The Keanu Reeves and Sandra Bullock classic is getting its first-ever 4K Ultra HD release.

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Disney Media and Entertainment Distribution has announced director Jan de Bont’s 1994 action film is getting a massive upgrade. It’s finally driving into stores with a 4K Ultra HD edition.

In case you’re a yoot that hasn’t seen it, the movie starred the late, great Dennis Hopper as a vengeful explosives expert who terrorized Los Angeles. That included strapping a bomb to a city bus that couldn’t travel slower than 50 miles per hour without blowing up. Of course, that description fails to capture the bonkers, nonstop intensity of the film. To truly appreciate Speed you must watch it. Then watch it again and again and again. It’s somehow both totally ridiculous and genuinely great. And it’s still just as much fun as ever even after all these years.

You can find the list of bonus features for this Ultimate Collector’s edition below. It crashes into stores on May 4. You’ll also be able to pick up an exclusive Steelbook version at Best Buy.

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Please, young people, do me and the other “olds” a favor. If, on the small chance, you go to the store to buy your copy, don’t take the parking spots closest to the door. Speed still rocks. But we can’t move as well as we could when it first came out.

Speed Bonus Features*

• Audio Commentary by Jan de Bont
• Audio Commentary by Graham Yost and Mark Gordon
• Action Sequences
  –Bus Jump
  –Metrorail Crash
• Inside Speed
  –On Location
  –Stunts
  –Visual Effects
  –HBO First Look: The Making of Speed
• Extended Scenes
  –Jack Shoots Payne in the Neck
  –Payne Lives/Cops Party
  –Annie’s Job
  –After Helen’s Death
  –Ray’s Crime
  –Cargo Jet Explosion: The Airline Version
• Speed Music Video by Billy Idol

*bonus features vary by product and retailer

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With the release of The Rise of Skywalker, the nine part Star Wars saga as once envisioned in the early ’70s by a young George Lucas is complete. And of course, that means a new comprehensive box set of the entire series will soon be on its way. And it looks to be much sooner than you think. Thanks to IGN, it’s been discovered that a 27-disc 4K Blu-ray box set of The Skywalker Saga movies coming on March 31, 2020.

This new box set hasn’t been officially announced by Disney, but it did appear briefly on Best Buy Canada.  This massive set is looking to retail for $329.99. Although that probably will likely go down once it actually goes up for pre-order. The early image shown shows packaging which showcases the first Death Star from A New Hope. Judging from the early art work, it looks like the discs come in a large book instead of a traditional Blu-ray case. This is a larger version of the Star Wars saga Blu-rays from back in 2011.

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With 27 discs, that means three discs per film. So what might we expect to see once this is released? For starters, one can guess that the first disc for each film is the 4K HD Blu-ray of the film, and not much else. That leaves the second disc as the standard Blu-ray, with the third disc being most or all of the extras. And when it comes to Star Wars, there is no shortage of extras to use for a set like this.

There were documentaries for each of the original trilogy films, shot during filming, all of which were included on the 2011 Blu-ray set. Those have to make it on to this new set as well. However, not included on the 2011 Blu-rays were many of the DVD special features for the prequels. Although those are on Youtube now, it would be great to have HD versions of all of these included here as well.

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Another must have inclusion is Empire of Dreams, the excellent 2004 documentary from the first DVD set of the original trilogy. And depending on space limitations on the discs, why not include the great History Channel documentary Star Wars: The Legacy Revealed, which goes deep into the saga’s mythical roots? Although it would have to be expanded on now to include Episodes VII-IX.

Of course, what would make everyone fork over their hard earned cash more than anything else would be the inclusion of the original trilogy films in their unaltered formats. This is almost certainly not going to happen, but even if they included them as a “special feature,” many fans would start their pre-orders right now.

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One altered version of the films we would like to see included? The 2002 IMAX version of Attack of the Clones. Due to IMAX running time limitations of the time, only movie under 2 hours could be shown in the format. Meaning the IMAX cut of Episode II actually gets rid of some of that film’s more cringy moments. It’s never been released on home video. Maybe now’s the time? Any hey, while you’re at it Lucasfilm? Throw in The Star Wars Holiday Special. It’s about time.

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