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Mars Attacks! 4K UHD
AVAILABLE FOR THE FIRST TIME IN 4K RESOLUTION

To celebrate the film’s upcoming 30th anniversary, Mars Attacks! - directed by visionary Tim Burton - will be available for purchase on 4K UHD Blu-ray, SteelBook and Collector’s Edition on August 10.

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The newly remastered film will also include new bonus content featuring the behind-the-scenes filmmakers reflecting on the making of Mars Attacks! 30 years later.

Superstar Jack Nicholson as the President of the United States greeting invaders from outer space? Anything can and does happen when the twisted mind of director Tim Burton plunges planet Earth into complete pandemonium in this all-star sci-fi spoof.

Mars Attacks! 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Disc contains the following new special features:

Looking Back on Mars Attacks!
Filmmakers swap stories about working with Tim Burton on one of the 1990s’ wackiest alien-invasion films

Ack! Ack!
Aesthetic Explore the distinctive style of Mars Attacks! as filmmakers reveal how then-cutting-edge CGI shaped its iconic look

Mars Attacks! 4K Ultra HD Collector's Edition contains the following additional features:

Film on 4K UHD and Blu-ray
SteelBook with Acetate O-Ring
Rigid slipcase
2x Double-Sided Theatrical Posters
2x Double-Sided Alternate Artwork Cards
2x Double-Sided Iconic Scene Arts Cards
2x Double-Sided Behind-The-Scenes Arts Cards

★Contents subject to change

BASICS

4K Ultra HD Aspect Ratio: 2160p Ultra High Definition 16x9 2.39:1
4K Ultra HD Languages: English 5.1; Dolby Digital: Castilian Spanish 5.1, Canadian French 5.1, Czech 2.0, German 5.1, Italian 5.1, Latin Spanish 2.0, Parisian French 5.1
4K Ultra HD Subtitles: English SDH, German SDH, Italian SDH Castilian Spanish, Complex Chinese, Czech, Danish, Dutch, Finnish, Korean, Latin Spanish, Norwegian, Parisian French, Swedish
4K Ultra HD Audio: Dolby Atmos-TrueHD; DTS-HD Master Audio; Dolby Digital

Blu-ray Aspect Ratio: 1080p High Definition 16x9 2.4:1
Blu-ray Languages: English 5.1, French, Spanish
Blu-ray Subtitles: English SDH, French, Spanish
Blu-ray Audio: DTS-HD Master Audio, Dolby Digital

Run Time: 106 minutes
Rating: 12
RRP: £23 4K UHD / £35 SteelBook / £50 Collector’s Edition
Physical Street Date: August 10, 2026

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Arrow Video's Bullet in the Head is out now!
Check out our review if you missed it!

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Django Shoots First (1966)
BRAND NEW 4K UHD RESTORATION OF THRILLING SPAGHETTI WESTERN

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STARRING: GLENN SAXSON, FERNANDO SANCHO, EVELYN STEWART, GUIDO LOLLOBRIGIDA, NANDO GAZZOLO, ERIKA BLANC

DIRECTED BY ALBERTO DE MARTINO

STUDIOCANAL announces a superb 4K restoration of the spaghetti western DJANGO SHOOTS FIRST as part of the Cult Classics range. From prolific Italian director Alberto De Martino (Blazing Magnum), the film - starring Glenn Saxson (The Magnificent Texan) - is released on 24 August with new extras including an interview with the star, a commentary from Sid and Nancy director Alex Cox, a 12 page booklet, fantastic new artwork by Thomas Hodge (aka The Dude Designs), and an O-card. The film is also released on Blu-ray and Digital.

Released in 1966, the same year as Franco Nero’s Django, DJANGO SHOOTS FIRST sees Saxson saddle up for the role, as the gunslinger exacting revenge for his father’s death; with a fantastic performance from Nando Gazzolo as the villain, and strong support from Fernando Sancho (A Pistol For Ringo), Evelyn Stewart (Weapons of Death), Guido Lollobrigida (Red Sun), and Erika Blanc (Devil’s Nightmare).

A superior entry into the Django canon, with bar fights, graveyard shootouts, and even a cameo from the late, great Eurofilm legend George Eastman (The New Barbarians), DJANGO SHOOTS FIRST is a terrific example of the spaghetti western genre in its prime. Revenge or justice? Either way, DJANGO SHOOTS FIRST is a blast!

SYNOPSIS: After Django finds his father’s body in the possession of a bounty hunter, he kills the bounty hunter and heads for the town of Silver Creek to collect the reward money for himself. When Django learns his father owned half of the town, he sets out to claim his
rightful inheritance from his father’s crooked, double-crossing business partner.

DJANGO SHOOTS FIRST is available to buy on 4K UHD, Blu-ray and Digital from 24th August 2026 and available to pre-order.

EXTRAS:
NEW Interview with Glenn Saxson
NEW Audio commentary by filmmaker Alex Cox, author of 10,000 Ways to Die: A Director’s Take on the Italian Western
Erika’s Saloon - interview with Erika Blanc
Evelyn in the West - an interview with Evelyn Stewart
The 4K UHD and Blu-ray both include a 12 page booklet with new essay from Peter Raleigh

Certificate: 12
Running Time: 96 mins approx.

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BRAND NEW LABEL ACTIVATED
SEPTEMBER LAUNCH SLATE FOR TOY ROBOT VIDEO

Guyver: Dark Hero

Marshmallow

Roaring Fire

Ninja Wars

Masters Of The Universe (US & CANADA ONLY)

London UK, 19th June 2026: Toy Robot Video are proud to announce the launch of a temptingly-priced slate of cult-tastic titles on Blu-ray this September, including ninja mayhem, a brand new slasher, kung-fu comedy action and a Blu-ray debut for a superhero classic.

The new label - a subsidiary of Arrow Video - aims to recreate the wondrous experience of browsing titles at the local video store - except this time they’re yours to own and cherish, with fabulous new cover artwork, film masters transferred from the best elements available, colourfully-branded OBI-Strips, slip cards, art cards, and extras - and at pocket money prices, so you’ll have money left over for snacks!

Toy Robot Video’s Mike Hewitt commented: "We are thrilled to announce the launch of a new home entertainment video label across the UK, US and Canada. With a resurgent interest in Physical Media, especially amongst younger film fans, Toy Robot Video is intended to be a fun and inclusive label, designed to complement our core Arrow Video brand, spreading the joy of physical media ownership outside the boundaries of cult fans and cineastes.

“Toy Robot Video will deliver an expansive variety of content, incorporating a range of mainstream titles and genres - with more comedy and even animation. We couldn't be more pleased with our launch titles, including a 4K UHD release of 1987's Masters of the Universe in the US and Canada, and we are incredibly excited about our forthcoming slate for the remainder of 2026 and beyond."

#ToyRobot #mastersoftheuniverse #guyverdarkhero #ninjawars #roaringfire #bluray #4KUltraHD #4KUHD #physicalmedia #BoutiqueBluRay

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Ninja Wars (1982)
NINJA WARS (original title: Iga Ninpōchō) is a dark, supernatural action film set in feudal Japan, blending ninja lore with horror and fantasy elements

The story follows Jotaro, a wandering ninja who becomes entangled in a deadly conflict between rival clans after a brutal massacre wipes out his comrades. As he investigates, he discovers that the violence is tied to a sinister conspiracy involving a demonic sect seeking power through forbidden rituals. This group employs grotesque, otherworldly abilities - blurring the line between human and monster - to eliminate their enemies and dominate the region.

Jotaro joins forces with a mysterious female survivor whose own past is steeped in tragedy and vengeance. Together, they confront increasingly bizarre and terrifying foes, each wielding unnatural powers. As the battles escalate, Jotaro must rely not only on his physical skill but also on inner resolve to resist corruption and defeat the dark forces threatening to consume the land.

Known for its stylised violence, eerie atmosphere, and imaginative (often shocking) supernatural elements, NINJA WARS is a standout entry in early 1980s Japanese genre cinema.

SPECIAL FEATURES:
- NEW Audio Commentary by Jonathan Clements
- NEW A Japanese Ninja, author Matt Alt on NINJA WARS
- NEW The Way of the Ninja, author and academic Daisuke Miyao on the ninja in Japanese Cinema
- Theatrical Trailers
- VHS version (in standard definition)

Director: Kosei Saito
Cast: Shin'ichi ‘Sonny’ Chiba, Jun Miho, Akira Nakao
Country: Japan
Genre: Action / Adventure

Release Date: September 28
Cat Code: TR004-UK
Barcode: 5027035030586
Format: Blu-ray
Discs: 1
BBFC: 15
Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1
Audio: DTS-HD Mono
Language: Japanese
Subtitles: English
Run Time: 100 mins
RRP: £21.99

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Roaring Fire (1981)
Emmy© Award winner Hiroyuki Sanada (SHOGUN, MORTAL KOMBAT) stars in this wild, action-packed film, available for the first time on Blu-ray, and now uncut for the UK!

On the death bed of his adoptive father, Texas-raised rancher Joji learns a shocking family secret - he has a twin brother and sister he never knew about. Determined to find his brother, Joji travels to Japan only to discover he has been mysteriously killed. As he stays with his sister and digs deeper, Joji uncovers his uncle’s involvement in criminal enterprises, including plans to obtain a priceless 130-carat diamond known as the Queen of Sheba. Betrayal and vengeance unfold as Joji confronts his corrupt uncle and fights to avenge his family.

ROARING FIRE features an all-star cast including Sonny Chiba, Etsuko Shihomi, famous wrestler Abdullah the Butcher and is directed by veteran filmmaker Norifumi Suzuki (SHOGUN’S NINJA, SEX & FURY).

SPECIAL FEATURES:
- NEW Audio Commentary with film historian Brian Bankston
- NEW Fire-storm!, Japanese film critic Akihiko Ito on Sonny Chiba, the man, the actor, the legend
- NEW A Roaring Success, critic James Mudge (easternKicks.com) offers a retrospective on Roaring Fire
- NEW Wrestle with Fire, pro-wrestling critic and film writer Chris Lines on the life and times of Abdullah the Butcher
- NEW A Buffet of Comedy and Action, critic Clément Rauger discusses the secrets of Roaring Fire
- Theatrical trailer & TV Spot

Director: Norifumi Suzuki
Cast: Hiroyuki Sanada, Shin'ichi ‘Sonny’ Chiba, Etsuko Shihomi
Country: Japan
Genre: Action / Comedy

Release Date: September 7
Cat Code: TR002-UK
Barcode: 5027035030562
Format: Blu-ray
Discs: 1
BBFC: 15
Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1
Audio: DTS-HD 2.0 Mono
Language: Japanese
Subtitles: English
Run Time: 95 mins
RRP: £21.99

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Guyver: Dark Hero (1994)
He’s back and ready to take on an ancient evil from destroying the world.

The world’s most powerful superhero battles to change his destiny and save the planet in this exciting sequel to THE GUYVER. Sean Barker returns to settle some unfinished business with the evil human mutants, the Zoanoids. Drawn to an archeological dig in Utah, he discovers an alien ship filled with weapons capable of world destruction. With the fate of all mankind in his hands, The Guyver makes a final stand against the forces of evil.

Making its Blu-ray debut with a new master transferred from the best surviving film elements, this set contains two cuts of the film – the Original 1994 version and ​an Enhanced version, with new special effects. Directed by creature effects wizard Steve Wang (KUNG FU RASCALS, DRIVE).

SPECIAL FEATURES:
- Three new audio commentaries including one with director Steve Wang
- New interviews with producer/director Steve Wang, actors David Hayter, Kathy Christopherson, Screenwriter Nathan Long, Composer Les Claypool III and other members of the cast and crew
- Behind-the-Scenes footage from the original shoot
- Archival Making of Guyver: Dark Hero
- Trailers
- Photo Galleries including sketches

Director: Steve Wang
Cast: David Hayter, Kathy Christopherson, Bruno Patrick
Country: USA
Genre: Sci-Fi / Action

Release Date: September 7
Cat Code: TR001-UK
Barcode: 5027035030555
Format: Blu-ray
Discs: 2
BBFC: 15
Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1
Audio: DTS-HD 5.1, DTS-HD 2.0 Stereo
Language: English
Subtitles: English SDH
Run Time: 123 mins
RRP: £24.99

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Johnny Handsome (1989)
WORLDWIDE 4K DEBUT FOR MICKEY ROURKE NEO NOIR

STARRING: MICKEY ROURKE, ELLEN BARKIN, ELIZABETH McGOVERN, FOREST WHITAKER, LANCE HENRIKSEN, MORGAN FREEMAN

DIRECTED BY WALTER HILL

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Looks can be deceptive in Walter Hill’s mean and moody crime thriller JOHNNY HANDSOME - starring MICKEY ROURKE (Angel Heart) - making its worldwide UHD debut on August 17 as part of STUDIOCANAL’s Cult Classics range, with a brand new 4K restoration, new extras, and a 12 page booklet, with striking new artwork by Thomas Hodge (aka The Dude Designs), and an O-card. The film is also released on Blu-ray and Digital.

Based on the book by John Godey (author of The Taking of Pelham 123), JOHNNY HANDSOME, the story of a rehabilitated criminal with a new identity who is drawn back into the world of crime, is directed with real panache by action thriller specialist Hill (The Driver, Southern Comfort). It features an outstanding lead performance by Rourke, as well as a fantastic all-star cast including Ellen Barkin (Tender Mercies), Elizabeth McGovern (The Commuter), Morgan Freeman (Driving Miss Daisy), Forest Whitaker (Ghost Dog) and cult favourite Lance Henriksen (Aliens) on villainous good form. The film has a searing score by the legendary Ry Cooder (Paris, Texas), and slick, luminous cinematography of the steamy New Orleans location by Matthew F Leonetti (Hill’s Extreme Prejudice).

Described by the Washington Post as ‘ruthlessly efficient’, JOHNNY HANDSOME is a slick, taut, action-packed thriller that builds to a nerve-wracking showdown over a suitcase of cash, and showcases one of Rourke’s coolest and most underrated screen appearances.
SYNOPSIS: After being double crossed during a robbery and thrown in prison, a deformed gangster undergoes a face transplant and rehabilitation, but his desire for revenge against those who wronged him remains...

JOHNNY HANDSOME is available to buy on 4K UHD, Blu-ray and Digital from 17th August 2026 and available to pre-order.

SPECIAL FEATURES:
NEW Interview with Elizabeth McGovern
NEW Audio commentary by filmmaker Edgar Pablos with film historians Nathaniel Thompson and Howard S. Berger
NEW Audio commentary by film critics Alain Silver and James Ursini
Audio commentary with film critic/author Walter Chaw
Audio commentary with film historians Daniel Kremer and Scout Tafoya
Codes to Live By (2020): Walter Hill on Johnny Handsome
Wordsmith: Interview with writer Ken Friedman
Eye of the Beholder: Interview with makeup artist Michael Westmore
Action Man: Interview with stuntman Allan Graf
Trailer

The 4K UHD and Blu-ray both include a 12 page booklet with new essay from Peter Raleigh

Certificate: 15
Running Time: 94mins approx.

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REVIEW NOW LIVE! 🎬

The Great Outdoors has finally arrived on 4K Ultra HD!

John Candy and Dan Aykroyd's classic 1988 comedy receives a brand-new restoration from the original 35mm negative with Dolby Vision HDR.

It's a film I've wanted to see properly restored for years!

#thegreatoutdoors #johncandy #danaykroyd #4KUltraHD #kinolorber #kinolorberstudioclassics #physicalmedia #BoutiqueBluRay #moviecollectors #DolbyVision #80smovies #filmcollectors

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Screenshots from Warner Bros upcoming 4K Ultra HD release of Eraser (1996)

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