Upcoming Universal Blu-ray Releases
HomeUpcoming Universal Blu-ray Releases
Posted April 10, 2019 05:30 PM by Webmaster
Universal Pictures Home Entertainment will bring six catalog titles to Blu-ray: Stanley Donen's Arabesque (1966), James Goldstone's Winning (1969), Jocelyn Moorhouse's How to Make an American Quilt (1995), Brian Levant's The Flintstones In Viva Rock Vegas (2000), Fred Schepisi's Mr. Baseball (1992), and Howard E. Baker's LEGO: The Adventures Of Clutch Powers (2010). All five releases will be available for purchase on June 4.
Winning
Synopsis: Fast cars, a hot romance and a behind-the-scenes look at the world famous Indy 500 - Winning has it all. Paul Newman stars as Frank Capua, a hotshot race car driver who will do anything to win. However, this obsession nearly causes him to lose his wife, Elora (Joanne Woodward), and his friendship with arch-rival Luther Erding (Robert Wagner) along the way. Released in 1969, Winning features a believable personal drama, spectacular footage of the 1968 Indy 500 with its famous 17-car pileup and a biting look at the people who make their living in the fast lane.
Mr. Baseball
Synopsis: Tom Selleck stars in this hilarious comedy about a veteran major leaguer who attempts to revive his fading career by signing to play in Japan.Aging superstar Jack Elliot (Selleck) just isn't hitting them like he used to. In fact, the only pro ball club willing to sign him is the Chunichi Dragons… in Nagoya, Japan. Cultures clash immediately when Jack hits town and proceeds to alienate everyone with his arrogance. But through the friendship of teammate Max Hammer Dubois (Dennis Haysbert, Far From Heaven) and the love of the team's beautiful translator, Jack finds a way to fit in and win in this heartwarming, action-packed comedy from director Fred Schepisi.
How to Make an American Quilt
Synopsis: Berkeley graduate student Finn (Winona Ryder) is spending the summer at the home of her sparring grandmother and great aunt (Oscar winners Ellen Burstyn and Anne Bancroft), where she intends to finish her latest thesis and think over a marriage proposal. As she wrestles with her decision, the women in her grandmother's quilting bee confide to her the stories of the loves that shaped their own lives. Also starring Maya Angelou, Kate Nelligan, Jean Simmons, Lois Smith and Alfre Woodard, How to Make an American Quilt is a deeply moving and funny film that celebrates following your heart.
The Flintstones In Viva Rock Vegas
Synopsis: Fred Flintstone (Mark Addy) and Barney Rubble (Stephen Baldwin) are two of Bedrock's most confirmed bachelors. Wilma Slaghoople (Kristen Johnston) and Betty O'Shale (Jane Krakowski) are two of the town's hottest single babes. In this prehistoric comedy of boy meets girl, see how it all began as Fred and Barney set out to win the hearts of their favorite gals on a romantic getaway to exciting Rock Vegas. With meddling from Wilma's socialite mother (Joan Collins), as well as competition from the tycoon Chip Rockefeller, Fred just might need a little help from his friends to beat the odds and win the most important game of all...love.
LEGO: The Adventures Of Clutch Powers
For the first time ever, see the creative world of LEGO come to life in the all-new feature-length DVD movie. Meet Clutch Powers, the best builder and explorer in the LEGO universe as he heads off on his most dangerous mission yet. Join Clutch and his team of LEGO experts as their adventure leads them from LEGO City to the Space Police prison planet to the medieval world of Ashlar where they must help the rightful heir to the King s throne find the courage to regain the kingdom from the evil wizard Mallock the Malign. Their brick-building skills will be put to the ultimate test as they face off against Mallock's skeleton army. Get ready for an action-packed adventure like nothing you have ever seen before, The Adventures of Clutch Powers!
Arabesque
Synopsis: Enter the world of Arabesque a high-speed, high-class tale of international intrigue starring Academy Award winners Gregory Peck and Sophia Loren. In this exciting romantic thriller, an American hieroglyphics professor (Peck) is hired by a mysterious Arab oil magnate to decipher a secret message. When the hidden meaning is revealed, the chase is on as he and the oil magnate s exotic yet unpredictable companion (Loren) find themselves caught in the middle of an assassination plot. Produced and directed by Stanley Donen (Charade) and filled with the stylish music of Henry Mancini, Arabesque is an unforgettable adventure of a lifetime.
Winning
Synopsis: Fast cars, a hot romance and a behind-the-scenes look at the world famous Indy 500 - Winning has it all. Paul Newman stars as Frank Capua, a hotshot race car driver who will do anything to win. However, this obsession nearly causes him to lose his wife, Elora (Joanne Woodward), and his friendship with arch-rival Luther Erding (Robert Wagner) along the way. Released in 1969, Winning features a believable personal drama, spectacular footage of the 1968 Indy 500 with its famous 17-car pileup and a biting look at the people who make their living in the fast lane.
Mr. Baseball
Synopsis: Tom Selleck stars in this hilarious comedy about a veteran major leaguer who attempts to revive his fading career by signing to play in Japan.Aging superstar Jack Elliot (Selleck) just isn't hitting them like he used to. In fact, the only pro ball club willing to sign him is the Chunichi Dragons… in Nagoya, Japan. Cultures clash immediately when Jack hits town and proceeds to alienate everyone with his arrogance. But through the friendship of teammate Max Hammer Dubois (Dennis Haysbert, Far From Heaven) and the love of the team's beautiful translator, Jack finds a way to fit in and win in this heartwarming, action-packed comedy from director Fred Schepisi.
How to Make an American Quilt
Synopsis: Berkeley graduate student Finn (Winona Ryder) is spending the summer at the home of her sparring grandmother and great aunt (Oscar winners Ellen Burstyn and Anne Bancroft), where she intends to finish her latest thesis and think over a marriage proposal. As she wrestles with her decision, the women in her grandmother's quilting bee confide to her the stories of the loves that shaped their own lives. Also starring Maya Angelou, Kate Nelligan, Jean Simmons, Lois Smith and Alfre Woodard, How to Make an American Quilt is a deeply moving and funny film that celebrates following your heart.
The Flintstones In Viva Rock Vegas
Synopsis: Fred Flintstone (Mark Addy) and Barney Rubble (Stephen Baldwin) are two of Bedrock's most confirmed bachelors. Wilma Slaghoople (Kristen Johnston) and Betty O'Shale (Jane Krakowski) are two of the town's hottest single babes. In this prehistoric comedy of boy meets girl, see how it all began as Fred and Barney set out to win the hearts of their favorite gals on a romantic getaway to exciting Rock Vegas. With meddling from Wilma's socialite mother (Joan Collins), as well as competition from the tycoon Chip Rockefeller, Fred just might need a little help from his friends to beat the odds and win the most important game of all...love.
LEGO: The Adventures Of Clutch Powers
For the first time ever, see the creative world of LEGO come to life in the all-new feature-length DVD movie. Meet Clutch Powers, the best builder and explorer in the LEGO universe as he heads off on his most dangerous mission yet. Join Clutch and his team of LEGO experts as their adventure leads them from LEGO City to the Space Police prison planet to the medieval world of Ashlar where they must help the rightful heir to the King s throne find the courage to regain the kingdom from the evil wizard Mallock the Malign. Their brick-building skills will be put to the ultimate test as they face off against Mallock's skeleton army. Get ready for an action-packed adventure like nothing you have ever seen before, The Adventures of Clutch Powers!
Arabesque
Synopsis: Enter the world of Arabesque a high-speed, high-class tale of international intrigue starring Academy Award winners Gregory Peck and Sophia Loren. In this exciting romantic thriller, an American hieroglyphics professor (Peck) is hired by a mysterious Arab oil magnate to decipher a secret message. When the hidden meaning is revealed, the chase is on as he and the oil magnate s exotic yet unpredictable companion (Loren) find themselves caught in the middle of an assassination plot. Produced and directed by Stanley Donen (Charade) and filled with the stylish music of Henry Mancini, Arabesque is an unforgettable adventure of a lifetime.
