The first 3D Blu-ray title for general release has been announced, and it wasn't in America. The German branch of Sony Pictures Home Entertainment has revealed the details for the 3D edition of the CG animated movie
Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs, slated for June 1. A
2D edition is also coming out at the same time.
Special features listed are 3D sneak peeks for
Open Season and
Monster House, extended scenes and a music video.
In Germany, this title will be available either as a bundle with select 3D TVs and BD players from Sony electronics, or separately at select retailers, with a list price of €29.99 (current Amazon price €24.99).
For easier recognition, the 3D edition will come in a clear case and display the "Blu-ray 3D" logo on the front cover.
No 3D Blu-ray has been formally announced for retail as of yet in the US. Early in the year, a 3D release of
Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs was rumored to be imminent, but no announcement has been made. A 3D version of Dreamworks'
Monsters vs. Aliens is being bundled exclusively with Samsung 3D HDTVs (and the
Shrek films will do the same later in the year). Disney has said it will release a 3D version of
A Christmas Carol in the fourth quarter. Regarding the top-grossing 3D theatrical release of all times,
Avatar, 20th Century Fox has reiterated that there won't be a 3D release this year.