Universal Studios Home Entertainment has announced the Blu-ray release of director John Landis'
The Blues Brothers. The 1980 comedy stars John Belushi and Dan Aykroyd as rythym-n-blues brothers Jake and Elwood Blues, ordinary men charged with "a mission from God" to save an orphanage from foreclosure.
The Blu-ray edition will arrive on July 26th, includes both theatrical and extended versions of the film, and offers a number of special features:
- Extended Version with 15 Minutes of Additional Footage
- Stories Behind the Making of The Blues Brothers: Go behind the scenes with Director John Landis, Dan Aykroyd and the Blues Brothers band.
- Transposing the Music: Highlights of the many spin-offs, tributes and merchandising developments, as well as stage shows, impersonators and pop culture inspired by the film.
- Remembering John: Friends, family and co-stars share their personal stories about the late great comedian.
- Theatrical Trailer