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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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Blu-ray Shipments Increase in Japan
Posted July 22, 2008 08:33 AM by Josh Dreuth
According to Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association (JEITA), shipments of Blu-ray Disc recorders in Japan has, for the first time, broken the 100,000 barrier. In the month of June, approximately 122,000 Blu-ray Disc recorders were sold in Japan, compared to approximately 82,000 the month prior.
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Quo Vadis Announced for Blu-ray Release
Posted July 21, 2008 12:37 PM by Josh Dreuth
Warner Home Video has revealed that they will bring the 1951 Mervyn LeRoy religious epic film 'Quo Vadis' to Blu-ray during Spring 2009. The film, which featured a cast list that numbers in the tens of thousands and was filmed on location in Rome, has gone through a special photochemical restoration in order to present the film in a way not seen since its original release over fifty years ago.
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Warner Brings JFK to Blu-ray
Posted July 21, 2008 11:12 AM by Josh Dreuth
Warner Home Video has announced that they will bring the Oliver Stone film 'JFK: Ultimate Collector's Edition' to Blu-ray on November 11th, day-and-date with the DVD re-release. No technical specs have been announced at this time, but expect a 1080p VC-1 video encode and most likely a Dolby TrueHD soundtrack.
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Constantine Announced for Blu-ray
Posted July 21, 2008 11:05 AM by Josh Dreuth
Warner Home Video has announced that they will bring the Keanu Reeves film 'Constantine' to Blu-ray on October 14th. This film represents another Warner Blu-ray "make-up" title, as it was originally released in high definition on the now defunct HD DVD format in June of 2006. Video will be presented in 1080p VC-1 and be accompanied by a Dolby TrueHD soundtrack.
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Sony Plans Four Romantic Comedies for September (Update)
Posted July 21, 2008 08:55 AM by Josh Dreuth
Sony Pictures Home Entertainment has announced that they will bring four romantic comedies - 'Can't Hardly Wait: 10 Year Reunion Edition', 'My Best Friend's Wedding', 'Maid in Manhattan', and 'Mona Lisa Smile' to Blu-ray on September 30th. Detailed specs and special features for each title can be seen by clicking on "Read more..." below.
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Run Fatboy Run Coming to Blu-ray in the US
Posted July 21, 2008 08:45 AM by Josh Dreuth
Warner Home Video in conjunction with New Line Home Entertainment have announced that they will bring the David Schwimmer-directed film 'Run Fatboy Run' to Blu-ray on September 23rd, day-and-date with the DVD release. The film will come on a BD-50 utilizing 1080p VC-1 video and a Dolby Digital soundtrack.
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Transsiberian Announced for Blu-ray
Posted July 21, 2008 08:41 AM by Josh Dreuth
First Look Home Entertainment has announced that they will bring the Woody Harrelson and Emily Mortimer film 'Transsiberian' to Blu-ray on November 4th, day-and-date with the DVD release. No technical specs or special features have been announced at this time, but you can expect to hear more details about this release soon.
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Attitude Flying Planned for Blu-ray Release
Posted July 21, 2008 08:29 AM by Josh Dreuth
Fly Right Films, an Alaska-based studio, will bring their final product, an instructional aviation film called 'Attitude Flying' to Blu-ray later this fall after it debuts at Air Venture 2008. The films creators are hoping that this film will help prevent further aviation deaths by using their new method of instruction.
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Blu-ray Sales Up 300%
Posted July 21, 2008 08:15 AM by Josh Dreuth
Through the first half of the year, consumer spending on Blu-ray titles is up $200M or 300% from the same period last year. Studios, such as 20th Century Fox, are seeing approximately 8% of title sales in the Blu-ray format, with the expectation that it could rise to as much as 12% by the end of this year.
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Blu-ray At Comic-Con 2008
Posted July 18, 2008 02:21 PM by Josh Dreuth
Many studios are planning to make significant Blu-ray title announcements at the upcoming Comic-Con, which starts next Thursday in San Diego. While not traditionally a conference about films, many studios use the opportunity to communicate directly with comic fans regarding comic-based movie franchises.
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Warner Reaffirms Dedication to Blu-ray Quality
Posted July 18, 2008 09:00 AM by Josh Dreuth
Over the past few weeks, Warner Home Video has been absolutely pummeled by our forum members for the use of BD-25s and 5.1 Dolby Digital soundtracks on upcoming catalog releases. While there is nothing wrong with using BD-25s for some material, the length of these movies combined with the expansive amount of bonus features would certainly result in some loss in video quality.
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Knocked Up and 40-Year-Old Virgin Specs Announced
Posted July 18, 2008 08:25 AM by Josh Dreuth
Universal Studios Home Entertainment has announced the specs for the upcoming Blu-ray releases of Judd Apatow's 'Knocked Up' and 'The 40-Year-Old Virgin', both due to hit store shelves on September 30th. Available individually or as part of the 'Ultimate Unrated Comedy Collection' (along with the previously announced Blu-ray release of 'Sarah Marshall'), each disc will contain both the rated and unrated versions of the film.
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Sukiyaki Western Django Coming to Blu-ray
Posted July 18, 2008 07:52 AM by Josh Dreuth
First Look Home Entertainment has announced that they will bring the Takashi Miike film 'Sukiyaki Western Django' to Blu-ray on November 11th, day-and-date with the DVD release. No technical specs or supplemental features have been announced at this time. We expect to learn more about this title as the release date gets closer.
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SinoCES: Chinese Blu-ray Players Revealed Part 2
Posted July 17, 2008 03:22 PM by Josh Dreuth
Following up on yesterday's post revealing a huge batch of Chinese Blu-ray Disc players, we have one more brochure and one more player to add to the list. You may recall that a little over a year ago, a Blu-ray Disc Player spotted on the Gowell's website, which at the time was huge being that the HD DVD group was adamantly searching for Chinese manufacturers. Well, today we have some new information from that same company, and three upcoming Blu-ray players.
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Iron Man Blu-ray Slotted for September 30th
Posted July 17, 2008 11:43 AM by Josh Dreuth
In an early announcement to the trades, Paramount Home Entertainment has revealed that they will bring the superhero blockbuster hit 'Iron Man' to Blu-ray on September 30th, day-and-date with the DVD release. No additional technical specs of supplemental features have been announced at this time, but a full press release is expected soon.
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Warner to Re-release A Christmas Story
Posted July 17, 2008 08:18 AM by Josh Dreuth
Warner Home Video has announced that they will re-release the holiday film 'A Christmas Story' for Blu-ray on November 4th. This will be the same disc that will be found in the previously announced 'A Christmas Story: Ultimate Collector's Edition', which due to hit store shelves on the same day, but in regular Blu-ray packaging.
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Universal Announces Horror Trio for September
Posted July 17, 2008 08:00 AM by Josh Dreuth
Universal Studios Home Entertainment has announced that they will bring 'Dawn of the Dead: Unrated Director's Cut' (2004), 'Land of the Dead: Unrated Director's Cut', and 'The Thing' to Blu-ray on September 30th. Available separtately, or part of a 'Halloween Starter Pack' box set, the titles will each come on a BD-25 with 1080p widescreen video and 5.1 DTS-HD Master Audio soundtracks.
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SinoCES: Chinese Players Revealed
Posted July 16, 2008 02:53 PM by Josh Dreuth
At the Chinese International Consumer Electronics Show (SinoCES) last week, many Chinese manufacturers were on the show floor displaying their latest products for Blu-ray. Not surprisingly, the majority of the products shown were Blu-ray Disc players, no doubt trying to get a foothold in the exploding Blu-ray market.
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UFC Coming to Blu-ray
Posted July 16, 2008 01:49 PM by Josh Dreuth
First Look Entertainment has announced that they will bring 'UFC: Ultimate Comebacks' to Blu-ray on November 18th, day-and-date with the DVD release. The program - which originally aired on Spike TV - features some of UFC's best fights between its most famous fighters. No technical specs or supplemental features have been announced at this time.
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The Doors and Belly Special Features Revealed
Posted July 16, 2008 08:02 AM by Josh Dreuth
Lionsgate Home Entertainment has revealed the supplemental features for the upcoming Blu-ray releases of 'The Doors' and 'Belly', both due to hit store shelves on August 12th. As previously reported, both titles will be presented in 1080p widescreen video accompanied by a DTS-HD Master Audio soundtrack.
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Today on Blu-ray - July 15th, 2008
Posted July 15, 2008 03:07 PM by Josh Dreuth
This week, film fans get another taste of classic cinema with the Blu-ray release of the now legendary Jack Nicholson film 'One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest' from Warner Home Video. When a film of this caliber gets released on Blu-ray - winner of five Academy Awards including Best Picture - its nearly impossible to ignore.
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Blu-ray Edition of Nixon Announced
Posted July 15, 2008 08:17 AM by Josh Dreuth
Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainment has announced that they will bring the Oliver Stone film 'Nixon: Election Year Edition' to Blu-ray on August 19th. The disc will feature a newly remastered director's cut of the film, and will be presented in 2.40:1 1080p AVC video accompanied by a 5.1 PCM soundtrack.
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Speed Racer Announced for Blu-ray; The Matrix Next?
Posted July 15, 2008 07:35 AM by Josh Dreuth
Warner Home Video has announced that they will bring the Wachowski brothers film 'Speed Racer' to Blu-ray on September 16th, day-and-date with the DVD release. This three-disc set will feature the main feature and supplemental features on the first disc, the DVD game "Speed Racer Crucible Challenge" on the second disc, and a digital copy of the film on the third disc - the last two being exclusive to the Blu-ray release.
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Baraka Coming to Blu-ray
Posted July 15, 2008 07:34 AM by Josh Dreuth
Various retailers have indicated that MPI Home Video will release the award-winning film 'Baraka' for Blu-ray on October 28th. The film presents a series of still photographs taken around the world. What makes this title unique is that it was filmed in the Todd-AO 70mm format which shares it history with legendary films such as 'Oklahoma!' and 'The Sound of Music'.
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Warner Announces Five Action Blu-ray Titles for September (Update)
Posted July 15, 2008 07:21 AM by Josh Dreuth
Various sources have indicated that Warner Home Video is set to announce five action Blu-ray titles, all due to hit store shelves on September 2nd. These titles include, 'Eraser', 'Outbreak', 'Under Siege 2', 'Every Which Way But Loose', and 'Gauntlet'. As these titles have not been officially announced, there are no known technical or special features. Watch for more info soon.
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Sony Announces Specs for Made of Honor
Posted July 14, 2008 02:10 PM by Josh Dreuth
Sony Pictures Home Entertainment has announced the specs for the upcoming Blu-ray release of 'Made of Honor', due to hit store shelves on September 16th, day-and-date with the DVD release. As previously announced, video will be presented in 2.40:1 1080p AVC accompanied by a 5.1 Dolby TrueHD soundtrack.
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Palisades Acquires Most of Tartan UK Library
Posted July 14, 2008 12:32 PM by Josh Dreuth
According to Home Media Magazine, Palisades, the company that just recently acquired the Tartan USA library, has acquired the majority of the Tartan UK library. While no solid Blu-ray plans were announced by the company, they are planning to start releasing DVDs from the popular Asia Extreme line of Tartan titles this fall, with Blu-ray releases soon to follow.
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The Visitor Coming to Blu-ray
Posted July 14, 2008 12:27 PM by Josh Dreuth
Anchor Bay Home Entertainment has announced that they will bring the award-winning 'The Visitor' to Blu-ray on October 7th, day-and-date with the DVD release. No technical specs have been announced at this time, but we do know that supplemental features for this title will include a featurette, a theatrical trailer and a "Playing the Djembe" video.
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Specs Announced for XXX: State of the Union and Maximum Risk Blu-rays
Posted July 14, 2008 11:51 AM by Josh Dreuth
Sony Pictures Home Entertainment has revealed the specs for the Blu-ray releases of 'XXX: State of the Union' and 'Maximum Risk', both due to hit store shelves on August 12th. As previously mentioned, both titles will be presented using a 2.40:1 1080p AVC and features a Dolby TrueHD soundtrack.
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Stuck and More IMAX Titles Coming to Blu-ray
Posted July 14, 2008 08:56 AM by Josh Dreuth
Retailers are reporting the Image Entertainment will bring the Mena Suvari film 'Stuck' to Blu-ray on October 7th, day-and-date with the DVD release. The following week, they are expected to release three IMAX titles - 'Coral Reef Adventure', 'Dolphins', and 'The Living Sea' to Blu-ray. Both 'Dolphins' and 'The Living Sea' were initially announced for April releases, but were delayed.