Kino Lorber have confirmed that they are preparing a brand new Blu-ray release of director William Wyler's western
The Big Country (1956), starring Gregory Peck, Jean Simmons, Carroll Baker, Charlton Heston, and Burl Ives. The two-disc set will be available for purhcase later this year.
Synopsis: One of Hollywood's greatest directors teams with a cast of incredible screen legends for this bold, sweeping tale of a ship's captain who ventures west to find a hotbed of jealousy, hatred and dangerous rivalries. As the reluctant hero is thrust into the maelstrom, he must summon all of his resolve to save not only his own life, but also the life of the woman he loves.
William Wyler directs this action-packed adventure that triumphs as "a work of art" (Motion Picture Herald). Starring Gregory Peck, Charlton Heston, Jean Simmons, Chuck Connors and Burl Ives, this magnificently entertaining epic will take your breath away with unbridled suspense, exhilarating excitement and explosive drama on a grand scale.
Special Features:
- Audio Commentary by Film Historian Christopher Frayling
- Directed by William Wyler - 60 Minute Documentary
- Interview with Catherine Wyler
- Interview with Cecilia Peck
- Interview with Fraser C. Heston
- Interview with Carey Peck
- Interview with Anthony Peck
- Fun in the Country - Featurette
- Larry Cohen on Chuck Connors
- William Wyler Trailer Gallery
- Animated Image Gallery
- Original Theatrical Trailer
- TV Spot
- And More...