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4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray
Sony Pictures | 2003 | 1 Movie, 2 Cuts | 134 min | Unrated | No Release Date

Underworld 4K (Blu-ray Movie)

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Movie rating

7.3
 / 10

Blu-ray rating

Users0.0 of 50.0
Reviewer4.0 of 54.0
Overall4.0 of 54.0

Overview

Underworld 4K (2003)

In the Underworld, Vampires are a secret clan of modern aristocratic sophisticates whose mortal enemies are the Lycans (werewolves), a shrewd gang of street thugs who prowl the city's underbelly. No one knows the origin of their bitter blood feud, but the balance of power between them turns even bloodier when a beautiful young Vampire warrior and a newly-turned Lycan with a mysterious past fall in love. Kate Beckinsale and Scott Speedman star in this modern-day, action-packed tale of ruthless intrigue and forbidden passion ­ all set against the dazzling backdrop of a timeless, Gothic metropolis.

Starring: Kate Beckinsale, Scott Speedman, Michael Sheen, Shane Brolly, Bill Nighy
Director: Len Wiseman

Action100%
Thriller60%
Fantasy42%
Horror17%

Specifications

  • Video

    Video codec: HEVC / H.265
    Video resolution: 4K (2160p)
    Aspect ratio: 2.39:1
    Original aspect ratio: 2.39:1

  • Audio

    English: Dolby Atmos
    English: Dolby TrueHD 7.1 (48kHz, 24-bit)
    English: DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 (48kHz, 16-bit)
    French: Dolby Digital 5.1
    Italian: DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1

  • Subtitles

    English, English SDH, French, Italian

  • Discs

    Blu-ray Disc
    Two-disc set (2 BDs)
    4K Ultra HD

  • Packaging

    Slipcover in original pressing

  • Playback

    Region A (B, C untested)

Review

Rating summary

Movie4.0 of 54.0
Video4.5 of 54.5
Audio4.5 of 54.5
Extras3.5 of 53.5
Overall4.0 of 54.0

Underworld 4K Blu-ray Movie Review

Reviewed by Martin Liebman January 10, 2022

Sony has released the 2003 Action/Horror franchise starter film 'Underworld' to the UHD format. Sony previously released the film to UHD in 2016; this appears to be virtually identical in terms of video and audio presentations, though there are reports of a few minor alterations, albeit nothing that will make a serious difference in the sum total experience. The UHD disc features a new menu screen and adds a couple of extras not available on the previous UHD issue. Also included are two cuts of the film, one of which is new to UHD. Note that at time of writing this disc is only available as part of the five-film 'Underworld' UHD collection boxed set.


For a full film review, please click here.


Underworld 4K Blu-ray Movie, Video Quality  4.5 of 5

The included screenshots are sourced from a 1080p Blu-ray disc.

As noted above, the UHD disc appears to be virtually identical to the 2016 issue. However, note that there are reports of very minor color corrections in a couple of shots. That said, the review of the 2016 disc still suffices. Please click here for a full UHD video review.


Underworld 4K Blu-ray Movie, Audio Quality  4.5 of 5

The included Dolby Atmos soundtrack appears to be identical to that accompanying the 2016 disc. Please click here for a full UHD audio review.


Underworld 4K Blu-ray Movie, Special Features and Extras  3.5 of 5

For this UHD release of Underworld, Sony has redesigned the menu screen and eliminated the "Moments" extras and added new ones. Also note that the UHD disc includes two cuts of the film: Theatrical Version (2:01:12) and Extended Version (2:13:36). For the previous release, the Extended Cut was only available on Blu-ray, marking the biggest reason to upgrade to this disc. The bundled Blu-ray is identical to the 2007 release. For convenience, below is a list of what's included on that disc; please click here for full coverage. As it ships in the five-film Underworld collection, a Movies Anywhere digital copy voucher and a non-embossed slipcover are included.

UHD:

  • Alternate Flashbacks (2160p/HDR, 2:37 total runtime): Included are Sonja, Lucian in Chains, The Whip, Sunlight, and The Pendant.
  • Trailers (1080p): Included are Teaser Trailer (1:37) and Theatrical Trailer (2:30).


Blu-ray:

  • Audio Commentary: Director Len Wiseman and Actors Kate Beckinsale and Scott Speedman.
  • Outtakes
  • Fang vs. Fiction
  • The Making of Underworld
  • The Visual Effects of Underworld
  • Creature Effects
  • Stunts
  • Designing Underworld
  • The Look of Underworld
  • Sights and Sounds
  • Music Video
  • Storyboard Comparison


Underworld 4K Blu-ray Movie, Overall Score and Recommendation  4.0 of 5

Sony's new UHD release of Underworld is more or less a match for the 2016 issue with the big change being the add of the Unrated cut on the UHD format, earning this a recommendation above the standalone release.