Highlander 4K Blu-ray Movie

Rating summary

Movie		3.5
Video		4.5
Audio		4.0
Extras		5.0
Overall		4.0

Highlander 4K Blu-ray Movie Review

"There can be only one" evidently does not refer to home video releases of Highlander, because Lionsgate and its international heirs assigns have been putting out any number of versions of the film over the course of several years, and are now offering "new, improved" 4K releases in both standard and SteelBook packaging.

Highlander 4K Blu-ray Movie, Video Quality 

Video quality is assessed in the above linked review.

Highlander 4K Blu-ray Movie, Audio Quality 

Audio quality is assessed in the above linked review.

Highlander 4K Blu-ray Movie, Special Features and Extras 

On disc supplements are detailed in the above linked review. The SteelBook features an acetate O-Ring that some "MacLeod branding" as well as the "There can be only one" tagline. The actual cover is a nicely designed illustration featuring Lambert and Connery with a largely blue and gray palette, with little bursts of reddish orange. The SteelBook also holds four collectible art cards on glossy stock. A digital copy is advertised, but my SteelBook did not have one.

Highlander 4K Blu-ray Movie, Overall Score and Recommendation 

Why do certain films attain cult status after their release? In the case of Highlander, it's even harder to fathom than it usually is. This is a film with an intriguing concept, great bridging sequences, but some absolutely leaden dialogue and performances, especially by star Christopher Lambert. If an immortal Scotsman traipsing through 16th century Scotland and 20th century New York is your plate of haggis, Highlander is probably must-see cinema, and fans of the film will most likely be generally well pleased with both its 1080 and 2160 presentations here, along with some really excellent supplements. The SteelBook is handsomely designed as well. Recommended.