Universal Pictures Announces First 4K Blu-ray Releases

Universal Pictures Home Entertainment has announced that it will begin releasing on 4K Blu-ray. The studio will begin a progressive rollout of its growing roster of movie titles around the world beginning this summer, showcasing a mix of new releases, including The Huntsman: Winter's War, Warcraft and Jason Bourne as well as recent hits, such as Everest, Lucy and Lone Survivor, among others.

Other 4K Blu-ray offerings in the pipeline will include a selection of IMAX spectacular cinematic films.

All of the designated offerings will feature a combination of 4K resolution and the color brilliance of High Dynamic Range, with many additionally including multi-dimensional sound for the ultimate immersive audio experience.

UPHE will deliver an enhanced selection of its new release and catalog titles mastered in Dolby Vision, the high-dynamic-range (HDR) format and playback solution which brings out ultra-vivid colors and more hues across a full range of brightness.

"4K Ultra HD represents a giant leap forward in movie-watching," said Eddie Cunningham, President, UPHE. "The format's stunning resolution and peak luminance, combined with its deep bench of industry support, enables us to deliver to the consumer a truly differentiated viewing experience, one that has the capability to power the future of home entertainment. The advanced technology powering 4K Ultra HD in particular has created unquestionably the best, most pristine home viewing experience ever offered – one that will surely excite consumers and will remain unrivaled for years to come."