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Warner Archive Announces December Releases
Posted November 11, 2026 08:43 PM by Webmaster
Warner Archive has announced its December batch of releases. They are: Decoy (1946), The Informer (1935), Till the Clouds Roll By (1946), The Big Store (1941), Tea for Two (1950), Test Pilot (1938), Little Nellie Kelly (1940), The Abbott and Costello Cartoons: The Complete Collection (1967-1968), The Bounty Hunter (1954), and The Mask of Dimitrios (1944).
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Severin: Three New Russ Meyer Films Heading to 4K Blu-ray and Blu-ray
Posted November 10, 2026 10:46 PM by Webmaster
Severin Films has revealed that it will release three newly restored Russ Meyer films on 4K Blu-ray and Blu-ray. They are: Common Law Cabin (1967), and Cherry, Harry & Raquel! (1969), Blacksnake (1973). All three releases are scheduled to arrive on the market in late February 2027.
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The Devils 4K Blu-ray
Posted November 10, 2026 07:54 PM by Webmaster
Warner Bros. Clockwork will release on a Collector's Edition combo pack of Ken Russell's The Devils (1971), starring Oliver Reed, Vanessa Redgrave, Dudley Sutton, Max Adrian, and Gemma Jones. The release is scheduled to arrive on the market on April 20.
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Heart of the Beast 4K Blu-ray
Posted November 9, 2026 06:57 PM by Webmaster
Paramount Home Media Distribution will release a 4K Blu-ray/Blu-ray combo pack of David Ayer's Heart of the Beast (2026), starring Brad Pitt, J.K. Simmons, Uber, Anna Lambe, and Justin Melnick. The release is scheduled to arrive on the market on January 26.
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Blu-ray Sales: October 25-31: Masters of the Universe Not Frightened by Frankenstein
Posted November 9, 2026 03:22 PM by Sean Greenwood
For the week that ended on October 31st, Alliance Entertainment's Masters of the Universe (2026) remained atop the Blu-ray-only, overall packaged media and 4K UHD charts in its second week, fending off the Criterion Collection's new release of Guillermo del Toro's Frankenstein (2025), which took second place. Third place on all charts went to The Frighteners, which was released on remastered Blu-ray and 4K UHD by Arrow Video this week.
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This Week on Blu-ray: November 9-15
Posted November 8, 2026 07:48 PM by Sean Greenwood
For the week of November 9th, the Criterion Collection will release Blue Heron on Blu-ray, as well as Shoot the Piano Player and Marie Antoinette (2006) on Blu-ray and 4K UHD. Other new releases include The Apothecary Diaries: Season 2 from Crunchyroll, Call of the Night: Season 2 from Sentai Filmworks and Mad Bills to Pay from Oscilloscope Laboratories. Catalog titles include Blu-rays for Lock Up: Season 1, Volume 1 from ClassicFlix and Miranda from Cult Films, as well as 4K UHD releases for Planet of the Vampires from Radiance Films, Above the Law from Toy Robot Video, Four Rooms from Kino Lorber, Con Air from Walt Disney Home Entertainment, Memoirs of a Geisha from Sony Pictures Home Entertainment, The Lovely Bones from Paramount Home Media Distribution and Paddington from Lionsgate Home Entertainment.
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Home Coming to Blu-ray in June
Posted April 16, 2009 07:30 AM by Josh Dreuth
In an early announcement to retailers, 20th Century Fox Home Entertainment has announced that they will bring the Yann Arthus-Bertrand documentary 'Home' to Blu-ray on June 5th, day-and-date with the DVD release. No technical specs have been announced at this time, though you can expect to see the typical 1080p AVC video accompanied by a DTS-HD Master Audio soundtrack from the studio.
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Burn Notice Season Two Gets Detailed
Posted April 15, 2009 07:57 AM by Josh Dreuth
20th Century Fox Home Entertainment has announced the technical specs and special features for the upcoming Blu-ray release of 'Burn Notice: Season Two', which is due to hit store shelves on June 16th, day-and-date with the DVD release. This three-disc set will feature 1080p AVC video accompanied by a 5.1 DTS-HD Master Audio soundtrack.
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Iron Maiden Documentary Coming in May
Posted April 15, 2009 07:18 AM by Josh Dreuth
A new documentary called 'Iron Maiden: Flight 666' will be released on Blu-ray May 25th, day-and-date with the DVD release. The film will document the legendary heavy metal band's "Somewhere Back In Time" 2008 world tour. The second disc will feature 16 different songs from the tour. No other details have been announced at this time.
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Today on Blu-ray - April 14th
Posted April 14, 2009 12:09 PM by Josh Dreuth
As a rapper, Eminem was able to defy the odds and rise to the top of music charts with his explosive lyrics and memorable beats. It was no surprise when he was picked to play Jimmy "B-Rabbit" Smith in '8 Mile', a story based heavily on his past and humble beginnings. What was surprising, however, was that his performance would be so strong that whispers of Oscar-nominations began to swirl among movie-goers and film reviewers alike.
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Disney Reveals Shopaholic, Waterboy, and More Buddies
Posted April 13, 2009 01:50 PM by Josh Dreuth
In an early announcement to retailers, Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainment has revealed that they will bring 'Confessions of a Shopaholic' to Blu-ray on June 23rd, day-and-date with the DVD release, followed by Adam Sandler's 'The Waterboy' on July 28th and the next sequel in the Buddies series 'Santa Buddies' on November 24th.
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Sony Announces Fired Up! Blu-ray Release
Posted April 13, 2009 12:38 PM by Josh Dreuth
Sony Pictures Home Entertainment has announced that they will bring both the rated and unrated versions of the comedy 'Fired Up!' to Blu-ray on June 9th, day-and-date with the DVD release. Video will be presented in 2.40:1 1080p AVC accompanied by a 5.1 Dolby TrueHD soundtrack.
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The International Gets Detailed
Posted April 13, 2009 12:29 PM by Josh Dreuth
Sony Pictures Home Entertainment has announced the technical specs and special features for the upcoming Blu-ray release of 'The International', which is due to hit store shelves on June 9th, day-and-date with the DVD release. Video will be presented in 2.40:1 1080p AVC accompanied by a 5.1 Dolby TrueHD soundtrack.
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Shamo Coming to Blu-ray in May
Posted April 13, 2009 10:46 AM by Josh Dreuth
Tai Seng Entertainment has announced that they will bring the action film 'Shamo' to Blu-ray on May 26th. Video will be presented in 1080p accompanied by a Cantonese 7.1 Dolby TrueHD soundtrack. The special features for this release include a making of featurette and trailer.
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Friday the 13th Parts 2 & 3 Announced for Blu-ray
Posted April 13, 2009 09:40 AM by Josh Dreuth
Paramount Home Entertainment has announced that they will bring the first two sequels to the legendary horror franchise 'Friday the 13th: Part 2' and 'Friday the 13th: Part III' to Blu-ray on June 16th. For both releases, video will be presented in 1.85:1 1080p AVC accompanied by 5.1 Dolby TrueHD soundtracks.
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Updated Specs for Final Fantasy and Glory
Posted April 13, 2009 09:26 AM by Josh Dreuth
Sony Pictures Home Entertainment has released the cover (and back) art for both 'Final Fantasy VII - Advent Children Complete' and 'Glory' Blu-rays, both of which are due to hit store shelves on June 2nd. With that comes updated technical specs and special features which will accompany the films for their high definition debut.
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Inkheart Announced for Blu-ray Release
Posted April 10, 2009 11:19 AM by Josh Dreuth
New Line Home Entertainment in conjunction with Warner Home Video has announced that they will bring the Brendan Fraser fantasy film 'Inkheart' to Blu-ray on June 23rd, day-and-date with the DVD release. Video will be presented in 2.40:1 1080p VC-1 accompanied by a 5.1 Dolby TrueHD soundtrack.
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Sony Adds BD-Live Features to Click to Disc Software
Posted April 10, 2009 07:56 AM by Josh Dreuth
Sony has added BD-Live features to their Click to Disc authoring software in Japan, and for the first time, consumers are now able to author their own BD-Live Blu-ray discs. Among the features added during the v2.0 update are the ability to provide a link to a Picasa web album, and use Google Maps to to map GPS tagged photos.
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Prison Break Post-Finale on the Way to Blu-ray
Posted April 9, 2009 05:54 PM by Josh Dreuth
Our friends over at TV Shows on DVD have the inside scoop that 20th Century Fox Home Entertainment will bring the post-finale direct-to-video movie 'Prison Break: The Final Break' to Blu-ray on July 21st, day-and-date with the DVD. Meant to conclude the series by filling in holes left by the finale, video will be presented in 1080p AVC accompanied by a 5.1 DTS-HD Master Audio soundtrack.
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Disney Announces Morning Light
Posted April 9, 2009 11:48 AM by Josh Dreuth
In an early announcement to retailers, Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainment has revealed that they will bring the true life documentary 'Morning Light' to Blu-ray on June 16th, day-and-date with the DVD release. No technical specs have been announced at this time, though you can expect the typical 1080p AVC video and lossless audio from the studio.
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The Cell 2 Announced for Blu-ray
Posted April 9, 2009 09:48 AM by Josh Dreuth
Warner Home Video has announced that they will bring the direct-to-video sequel 'The Cell 2' to Blu-ray on June 16th, day-and-date with the DVD release. Coming on a BD-25, video will be presented in 1.85:1 1080p VC-1 accompanied by a 5.1 Dolby TrueHD soundtrack. A digital copy will also be included with the release.
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Dollhouse Season One Coming to Blu-ray
Posted April 9, 2009 09:42 AM by Josh Dreuth
Our friends over at TV Shows on DVD have the scoop that 20th Century Fox Home Entertainment will bring 'Dollhouse: Season One' to Blu-ray on July 28th, day-and-date with the DVD release. The three-disc set will include all 13 episodes, including the un-aired pilot, in 1080p AVC video accompanied by a 5.1 DTS-HD Master Audio soundtrack.
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Sharp and Pioneer Plan to Merge Optical Disc Businesses
Posted April 9, 2009 08:54 AM by Josh Dreuth
Sharp and Pioneer have announced that they plan to merge their individual optical discs businesses into a single joint venture this October. Originally announced as part of Pioneer's restructuring plan, the joint venture will allow the two companies to consolidate their technology in order to improve their products.
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Seventh Season of 24 Announced for Blu-ray
Posted April 9, 2009 08:30 AM by Josh Dreuth
20th Century Fox Home Entertainment has announced that they will bring '24: Season Seven' to Blu-ray on May 19th, day-and-date with the DVD release. The first season of the popular show to be presented on Blu-ray, this six-disc set will feature 1080p AVC video accompanied by a 5.1 DTS-HD Master Audio soundtrack.
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Lost Season 5 Announced for Blu-ray
Posted April 9, 2009 08:23 AM by Josh Dreuth
Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainment has announced that they will bring 'Lost: The Complete Fifth Season' to Blu-ray on December 8th, day-and-date with the DVD release. Technical specs have not been announced at this time, though you can expect to see 1080p AVC video accompanied by a lossless soundtrack.
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Spaceballs Gets Detailed
Posted April 8, 2009 02:24 PM by Josh Dreuth
MGM Home Entertainment in conjunction with 20th Century Fox Home Entertainment have announced the technical specs and special features for the upcoming Blu-ray release of 'Spaceballs', which is due to hit store shelves on June 16th. Coming on a BD-50, video will be presented in 1.85:1 1080p AVC accompanied by a 5.1 DTS-HD Master Audio soundtrack.
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Notorious Blu-ray Coming to Blu-ray in the UK
Posted April 8, 2009 12:56 PM by Josh Dreuth
20th Century Fox Home Entertainment has announced that they will bring the biographical film 'Notorious' to Blu-ray in the UK on June 22nd, day-and-date with the DVD release. Video will be presented in 1080p AVC accompanied by a 5.1 DTS-HD Master Audio soundtrack.
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More Tarantino Coming This August
Posted April 8, 2009 09:19 AM by Josh Dreuth
Miramax Home Entertainment in conjunction with Walt Disney Studio Home Entertainment has announced that they will bring 'Pulp Fiction: Special Edition' and 'Jackie Brown' to Blu-ray on August 4th. Technical specs have not been announced at this time, but you can expect the typical 1080p AVC video accompanied by a lossless audio soundtrack.
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Today on Blu-ray - April 7th
Posted April 7, 2009 10:02 AM by Josh Dreuth
When making a film about a controversial subject, it is often difficult to represent the subject matter in a way that will appeal to general audiences. Tread too lightly on the subject, and the message can be lost or misunderstood; tread too heavy, and the message feels forced and heavy-handed. It's the ability of 'American History X' to present a great story and an important message seamlessly that makes it a must own title being released on Blu-ray today.
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Diary of Anne Frank Gets Detailed
Posted April 7, 2009 08:04 AM by Josh Dreuth
20th Century Fox Home Entertainment has announced the technical specs and special features for the upcoming Blu-ray release of 'The Diary of Anne Frank: 50th Anniversary Edition', which is due to hit store shelves on June 16th, day-and-date with the DVD re-release. Video will be presented in 2.35:1 1080p AVC accompanied by a 5.1 DTS-HD Master Audio soundtrack.
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The International Coming this June to Blu-ray
Posted April 6, 2009 10:20 AM by Josh Dreuth
In an early announcement to retailers, Sony Pictures Home Entertainment has revealed that they will bring the Clive Owen film 'The International' to Blu-ray on June 9th, day-and-date with the DVD release. Technical specs have yet to be announced, but you can expect the typical 1080p AVC video and 5.1 Dolby TrueHD audio presentation from the studio.
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No Way Back and Striking Distance Announced
Posted April 6, 2009 10:15 AM by Josh Dreuth
Sony Pictures Home Entertainment has announced that they will bring the Russel Crowe film 'No Way Back' and Bruce Willis film 'Striking Distance' to Blu-ray on June 16th. Both films, which arrive on Blu-ray just in time for Father's Day in the US, will be presented in 1.85:1 1080p AVC accompanied by 5.1 Dolby TrueHD soundtracks.
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The Edge of Love Coming to Blu-ray
Posted April 3, 2009 01:12 PM by Josh Dreuth
Image Entertainment has announced that they will bring the Kierra Knightley and Sienna Miller film 'The Edge of Love' to Blu-ray on July 14th, day-and-date with the DVD release. The film will be presented in 1080p video accompanied by a 5.1 DTS-HD Master Audio soundtrack. No special features have been announced at this time.
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BFI Announces Flipside Blu-ray Titles
Posted April 3, 2009 11:22 AM by Josh Dreuth
The British Film Institute (BFI) has announced that they will launch a new label called "Flipside" which will feature "weird and wonderful British films in new high-quality editions". The first three films in this series are 'The Bed Sitting Room', 'London in the Raw', and 'Primitive London', which are all due to hit UK store shelves on May 25th.
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Fox/MGM Titles Announced for the UK
Posted April 3, 2009 09:31 AM by Josh Dreuth
MGM Home Entertainment in conjunction with 20th Century Fox Home Entertainment has announced that they will bring 'Silence of the Lambs', 'Fargo', and 'There's Something About Mary' to Blu-ray in the UK on May 4th. Video will be presented in 1080p accompanied by 5.1 DTS-HD Master Audio soundtracks.
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Snow White Blu-ray Out Seven Weeks Before DVD
Posted April 3, 2009 09:23 AM by Josh Dreuth
Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainment has announced that the upcoming Platinum Edition Blu-ray release of 'Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs', which is due to hit store shelves on October 6th, will precede the DVD release by seven weeks. Those DVD fans who don't wish to wait until November 24th will be happy to hear that the Blu-ray release will include the DVD version as well, so you get both formats in one release!