Monday, August 31, 2020

Mission Impossible: The Original Series on Blu-Ray November 17

Mission Impossible: The Original TV Series 
Street Date: November 17, 2020
Format: Blu-Ray 

Mission Impossible: The Original TV Series follows the Impossible Missions Forces (IMF) is a government agency of extraordinary spies assigned to do the most dangerous espionage missions. Each episode starts with the famous tape-recorded message detailing the upcoming, exciting mission, from overthrowing corrupt leaders to exploiting dangerous crime lords. The IMF crew consists of the leader, first Daniel Briggs then later Jim Phelps, and spies with different areas of expertise, from disguise experts to electronics technician.

Friday, August 28, 2020

Celebrate Halloween with Five Movies From the Written Works of Stephen King In One Collection for the First Time


Available on Blu-ray September 15, 2020

Prepare for terrifying suspense and bone-chilling thrills with this new 5-Movie Collection arriving on Blu-ray September 15, 2020.  Based on the written works of Stephen King, these five films offer perfect entertainment for Halloween: Pet Sematary (1989), Pet Sematary (2019), Stephen King’s The Stand, The Dead Zone, and Stephen King’s Silver Bullet.

Pet Sematary (1989)
Written for the screen by Stephen King and based on his iconic bestseller, director Mary Lambert’s thrilling Pet Sematary electrified audiences upon its release.  When tragedy strikes, a grief-stricken father sets off a perilous chain of events that unleashes unfathomable evil in this horror classic.  ThePet Sematary (1989) Blu-ray includes commentary by Lambert, a guided tour of the locations led by King, an introduction to the cast and characters, a behind-the-scenes look at the making of the film, an interview with Lambert about her memories making the film 30 years later, interviews with cast and crew of the 2019 movie discussing the original film’s impact, and photo galleries.

Pet Sematary (2019)
Called “the stuff of nightmares” (Rolling Stone) and “a creepy masterpiece” (Coming Soon), Pet Sematary (2019) delivers a bone-chilling thrill ride.  The Blu-ray boasts over 90 minutes of special features, including hair-raising deleted and extended scenes, a chilling alternate ending, a look at the main characters, behind-the-scenes footage, cast interviews, and more. 

Stephen King’s The Stand
Adapted by Stephen King from his acclaimed novel and directed by Mick Garris, this epic story of good vs. evil unfolds as the few remaining people on Earth fight to survive after a deadly plague kills most of the world’s population.  The gripping, postapocalyptic tale stars Gary Sinise, Molly Ringwald, Jamey Sheridan, Laura San Giacomo, and Rob Lowe.  The Blu-ray includes commentary by King and members of the cast and crew, along with a making-of featurette.

The Dead Zone
Director David Cronenberg delivers a taut psychological thriller with the story of Johnny Smith, a schoolteacher who awakens from a coma to discover he has psychic abilities.  Christopher Walken gives a powerful and rich performance as Smith, whose burden is both frightening and moving.  The film also stars Brooke Adams, Tom Skerritt, Herbert Lom, Anthony Zerbe, Colleen Dewhurst, Nicolas Campell, and Martin Sheen.

Stephen King’s Silver Bullet
Stephen King wrote the screenplay for this film based on his novella “Cycle of the Werewolf.”   When a series of brutal killings plague a small town, a paraplegic boy becomes convinced they are the work of a werewolf.  Celebrating its 35th anniversary this year, the film stars Gary Busey, Everett McGill, and Corey Haim.
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Thursday, August 27, 2020

Ben 10 vs. The Universe: The Movie Coming to DVD and Digital in October, 2020.


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Cartoon Network’s “Ben 10” Goes on His Most Out-of-this-World Adventure Yet in


Blasting Off on Digital October 11, 2020
Own the DVD October 27, 2020

BURBANK, CA (August 27, 2020) Ben Tennyson is back on the alien-fighting scene, and expanding to take on the universe as Warner Bros. Home Entertainment releases Ben 10 vs. The Universe: The Movie globally on Digital October 11 and on DVD October 27, 2020Follow the alien-transforming kid hero with all-new powers and settings on this intergalactic adventure, filled with action-packed bonus content including Animatics, exclusive to the DVD. Ben 10 vs. The Universe: The Movie carries a suggested retail price of $14.99 for Digital, $19.99 for the DVD ($24.99 in Canada), and is rated TV-Y7. Ben 10 vs. The Universe: The Movie has an order due date of September 22, 2020.

The action-packed movie, which will air globally first on Cartoon Network, will focus around a blast from Ben’s past returning to do double the damage on Team Tennyson and planet Earth itself, forcing Ben to go interstellar to save the day. Meanwhile, Gwen and Grandpa Max team up to help protect the world in Ben’s absence. But when our boy hero is confused for the villain in space, Ben must figure out a way to get back to Earth to help save it! 

After 15 successful years, the Ben 10 franchisecontinues to thrive around the world,” said Mary Ellen Thomas, WBHE Senior Vice President, Originals, Animation & Family Marketing.  “From its Emmy Award-winning series to its robust toy line from Bandai, merchandise in all forms have all combined to generate more than $4.5 billion in global retail sales to date. We know that fans and newcomers alike will want to own this latest installment in the franchise’s home entertainment catalog to add to their Ben 10 collections.”

Ben 10 is produced by Cartoon Network Studios and created, and executive produced by Man of Action Entertainment (Big Hero 6Generator Rex), with John Fang (MixelsGenerator Rex) as executive producer.
DIGITAL
Ben 10 vs. The Universe: The Movie will be available to own on October 11, 2020. Digital allows consumers to instantly stream and download to watch anywhere and anytime on their favorite devices. Digital is available from various retailers including iTunes, Amazon Video, Google Play, Vudu, PlayStation, Xbox and others.

Monday, August 17, 2020

Celebrate the Holidays with Frank Capra’s Beloved Masterpiece


 Perennial Favorite Arrives in 4K Ultra HD Combo Steelbook November 3, 2020, Just in Time for Holiday Gift-Giving

 

Experience the life-affirming message of director Frank Capra’s enduringly popular classic all over again when IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE arrives in a collectible 4K Ultra HD Combo Steelbook on November 3, 2020 from Paramount Home Entertainment.

 

IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE in 4K delivers amazing clarity with sharper and brighter images for a sensational home viewing experience.  An ideal holiday gift, the 4K Ultra HD Combo Steelbook boasts collectible packaging and a mini reproduction of a vintage film poster. 

 

The Combo includes the black-and-white film in 4K high definition, as well as a colorized version on Blu-ray, along with three special features: “Restoring a Beloved Classic,” “Secrets from the Vault,” and “It’s A Wonderful Wrap Party.” 

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Chilling Adaptation of Shirley Jackson’s Terrifying Novel Arrives on Blu-ray™ October 20, 2020




Arriving Just in Time for Halloween, Newly Remastered Thriller is Latest Addition to the Paramount Presents Line

 

 

HOLLYWOOD, Calif. – Director Jan de Bont’s (Speed) terrifying thriller THE HAUNTING arrives on Blu-ray as part of the Paramount Presents line on October 20, 2020from Paramount Home Entertainment.

 

Widely regarded as one of the finest and most frightening ghost stories ever written, Shirley Jackson’s “The Haunting of Hill House” serves up sinister source material for this edge-of-your-seat thriller starring Liam Neeson, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Lili Taylor, Owen Wilson and Bruce Dern.

 

The limited-edition Paramount Presents Blu-ray Disc™ is presented in collectible packaging that includes a foldout image of the film’s theatrical poster, and an interior spread with key movie moments.  Newly remastered from a 4K film transfer supervised by Jan de Bont, THE HAUNTING Blu-ray also includes a new Filmmaker Focus with the director, access to a Digital copy of the film, as well as a the previously released vintage behind-the-scenes featurette hosted by Catherine Zeta-Jones, and original trailers. 

 

Bonus Features:

-          Filmmaker Focus: Director Jan de Bont on The Haunting                      

-          Behind-the-Scenes Featurette

-          Theatrical Teaser

-          Theatrical Trailer

 

Synopsis

For over a century, the foreboding Hill House mansion has sat abandoned…or so it seemed.  Intrigued by its past, Dr. Marrow lures three subjects to the site for an experiment. But, from the moment of their arrival, as night descends, the study goes horrifyingly awry, and Hill House unleashes its supernatural wrath on the unsuspecting subjects.

 

About Paramount Presents

This collectible line spans celebrated classics to film-lover favorites, each from the studio’s renowned library.  Every Paramount Presents release features never-before-seen bonus content and exclusive collectible packaging.  Additional titles available in the Paramount Presents collection on Blu-ray include: Fatal AttractionKing CreoleTo Catch a ThiefFlashdanceDays of ThunderPretty In PinkAirplane!, Ghost, and Roman Holiday. 

 

Also inspired by Shirley Jackson’s novel, the critically acclaimed television series “The Haunting of Hill House” is currently available on Blu-ray and DVD.  “The Haunting of Hill House” is an Amblin Television, FlanaganFilm and Paramount Television production.


 
 

Tuesday, August 11, 2020

MOST WANTED arrives on Digital & Blu-ray September 22nd

 MOST WANTED

Starring Antoine Olivier PilonWith Jim Gaffigan And Josh Hartnett

 


 

Available Now On Demand

On Digital & Blu-ray September 22, 2020

 

 

Synopsis:

Inspired by the gripping true story, an investigative journalist (Josh Hartnett) unravels a twisted case of entrapment in which Daniel (Antoine Olivier Pilon), a guy from the wrong side of the tracks, is forced into a dangerous drug deal against his will and is sentenced to 100 years in a Thai prison.  As Daniel endures torture and abuse, the journalist must track down the shady undercover cops benefiting off the conspiracy, while also fighting for Daniel’s freedom.  

 

Written & Directed by | Daniel Roby

Starring | Antoine Olivier Pilon, with Jim Gaffigan and Josh Hartnett

Produced by | Daniel Roby, André Rouleau and Valérie d'Auteuil

 

Runtime | 125 minutes

Rating | R for drug content, language throughout and some violence

 

Thursday, August 6, 2020

**New Trailer/Release Date** MEASURE FOR MEASURE, new modern Shakespeare adaptation starring Hugo Weaving, to be released on September 4th



Samuel Goldwyn Films will release Paul Ireland’s feature drama MEASURE FOR MEASURE, starring Hugo Weaving, on-demand and digital on September 4, 2020.

The Paul Ireland directed, written and produced movie is inspired by the William Shakespeare play of the same name and follows the love affair between a modern Muslim girl and a local musician against the background of racial tension and gang culture in the city’s notorious housing estate. Daniel Henshall (OKJA), Harrison Gilbertson (UPGRADE), Megan Smart (BREATHE), and Mark Leonard Winter (THE DRESSMAKER) also star.

Full synopsis:
An unlikely love ignites between a modern Muslim girl and a local musician amongst the background of racial tension, amphetamines and gang culture in the city’s notorious housing estate. Inspired by Shakespeare's  play Measure for Measure and influenced by the gritty realism of films like AMORES PERROS, the social conscience of FISHTANK and dynamic aesthetic of UN PROPHETE, MEASURE FOR MEASURE questions the notion of justice, the ability for redemption and the desire for power and examines the idea that ‘we can never escape our true nature or where we are from despite our attempts’. MEASURE FOR MEASURE is also a raw study of the most basic and yet most complex of our emotions - love…. how we react when we find it, and how far we would go to keep it.
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Release Date:                         On VOD/digital September 4, 2020
Directed by:                            Paul Ireland
Cast:                                       Hugo Weaving, Daniel Henshall, Harrison Gilbertson, Mark Leonard Winter                                                   Doris Younane
Genre:                                     Drama
Specs:                                    107 min
Distributor:                             Samuel Goldwyn Films


Monday, August 3, 2020

Classic Western Series Bonanza: The Eleventh Season Arriving on DVD in October

Bonanza: The Official Eleventh Season, Volumes One and Two
Street Date: October 27, 2020
Description: One of the longest running and most popular classic Western series, Bonanza follows wise patriarch Ben Cartwright (Lorne Greene, Earthquake) and his three sons, Adam (Pernell Roberts, “Trapper John, M.D.”), Hoss (Dan Blocker, “Cimarron City”) and Little Joe (Michael Landon, “Little House on the Prairie”). The Cartwright family runs and defends the Ponderosa, their thousand-square mile ranch above the shores of Lake Tahoe, while helping the surrounding community.