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DigitalHit (Ian Evans)@digitalhit· 19d

#PhysicalMedia 📼 alert: Warner Bros is releasing the animated Batman: Knightfall Part 1: Knightfall digitally on August 25 and on 4K UHD, Blu-ray and DVD on September 8, launching a 3-part movie series.

Batman: Knightfall Part 1: Knightfall artwork

DigitalHit (Ian Evans)@digitalhit· 19d

It comes with 90+ minutes of bonus features:

The Making of Supergirl
Consider Supergirl a “Hero’s Journey” for Milly Alcock. She transformed throughout the process of leading her first feature film. We watch as a fly-on-the-wall during key moments of production.

Flying Off the Page
Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow, written by Tom King with art by Bilquis Evely, was the jumping off point for DC to adapt Supergirl into a film. We follow the comic authors, screenwriter Ana Nogueira, and filmmakers, as they make the leap from page to screen.

Space is a Bad Neighborhood, Babe
Explore with Production Designer Neil Lamont, as he takes us through the many worlds that Kara Zor-El steps into on her journey to hunt down Krem of the Yellow Hills.

A Practical Legacy
There are so many aliens and unique looks in this film that are literally out of this world! Legacy Effects and Peter Swords King explain the creative process behind this diverse group of creatures.

Showdown at Evely Square
Production spent a month filming this action set-piece. From stunt training, to crashing tanks, to classic superhero flying moments, this breaks down the making of an incredible action scene.

The DC Dream: Lobo
Jason Momoa has been outspoken over wanting to play Lobo for years, and now his time has come. Go behind the scenes as he transforms into this iconic and chaotic character.

Mixtape for a Hero
What does Supergirl, as a character, sound like? Director Craig Gillespie and Composer Claudia Sarne answer this question as they discuss the score for the film.

You Are Here: A Supergirl Map of the Galaxy
If you want to know more about all the planets visited in the film, check out this piece, narrated by Ruthye herself, actress Eve Ridley, to learn some more details, and enjoy the alien aesthetic of the film up close!

Girl's Best Friend
Krypto is Kara’s badly-behaved BFF and last connection to her home world of Krypton. We delve into their relationship and what makes it so special.

Krypto Saves the Day: Coastal Catastrophe
An animated short that tells the story of a fun day at the beach which goes sideways when some sneaky foes get between Krypto and his hot dog.

Deleted Scenes

DigitalHit (Ian Evans)@digitalhit· 19d

#PhysicalMedia 📼 alert: Warner Bros is releasing Craig Gillespie's Supergirl on Digital July 28 and on 4K UHD, Blu-ray and DVD on September 8. It stars Milly Alcock alongside Matthias Schoenaerts, Eve Ridley, David Krumholtz, Emily Beecham, with David Corenswet, and Jason Momoa.

DigitalHit (Ian Evans)@digitalhit· 20d

#PhysicalMedia 📼 alert: Steven Spielberg's Disclosure Day is now available on Digital platforms and will be released on 4K UHD Blu-ray and DVD on August 25th from Universal Pictures Home Entertainment.

DigitalHit (Ian Evans)@digitalhit· 28d

The film will be available on three versions the standard 4K UHD, a 4K UHD SteelBook, and a special collector’s edition available exclusively at Walmart.

Walmart exclusive Gone with the Wind 4K collector’s edition.

DigitalHit (Ian Evans)@digitalhit· 28d

#PhysicalMedia 📼 alert: Warner Bros is releasing Gone with the Wind on 4K and Digital on November 3, 2026. Victor Fleming's 1939 epic historical romance is both the all-time domestic box-office champion (adjusted for inflation) and a snapshot of its time with controversial themes and characters.

DigitalHit (Ian Evans)@digitalhit· Jul 9

DigitalHit (Ian Evans)@digitalhit· Jul 9

#PhysicalMedia 📼 alert: To celebrate the 60th anniversary of Star Trek: The Original Series, there'll be an Amazon Exclusive Gift Set featuring the full series and some nice collectibles.

Star Trek: The Original Series Amazon Exclusive Gift Set art work

DigitalHit (Ian Evans)@digitalhit· Jul 7

Practical Magic 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray will contain the following previously released special features and commentary:

Casting the Spell
Director Griffin Dunne and producer Denise Di Novi, along with stars Sandra Bullock, Nicole Kidman, Aidan Quinn and Goran Visnjic, reflect on the joys of bringing Practical Magic to life.
Making Magic
Go behind the scenes with the cast and crew of Practical Magic as they share their insights on bringing Alice Hoffman’s novel to the screen.

Commentary by director Griffin Dunne, producer Denise Di Novi, star Sandra Bullock and composer Alan Silvestri

DigitalHit (Ian Evans)@digitalhit· Jul 7

Practical Magic 4K UHD Digital release will contain the following new special feature, as well as previously released commentary:

The Power of Practical Magic
Nearly 30 years after Practical Magic first cast its spell, the women who made it revisit the story, sisterhood and world that turned an unconventional film about witches into a generational touchstone.

Commentary by director Griffin Dunne, producer Denise Di Novi, star Sandra Bullock and composer Alan Silvestri

DigitalHit (Ian Evans)@digitalhit· Jul 7

#PhysicalMedia 📼 alert: Warner Bros is releasing 1998's Practical Magic, directed by Griffin Dunne and starring Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman, on Digital and 4K disc August 25. Newly remastered, it will be available ahead of the theatrical release of Practical Magic 2 on September 11.

Practical Magic 4K art featuring Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman.

DigitalHit (Ian Evans)@digitalhit· Jun 23

#PhysicalMedia 📼 alert: To celebrate the 30th anniversary of Tim Burton's Mars Attacks!, Warner Bros is releasing it on 4K UHD and Digital on August 11, 2026. Newly remastered, the film will also include new bonus content.

DigitalHit (Ian Evans)@digitalhit· Jun 2

Warner Bros Discovery Home Entertainment is releasing HBO’s Emmy®-winning original drama Euphoria: The Complete Series and the Third and Final Season on Digital today. A DVD of the complete series will be announced soon.

DigitalHit (Ian Evans)@digitalhit· Jun 2

Mortal Kombat II 4K UHD™, and Blu-ray™ contain the following special features:

Mortal Kombat II: Evolving the Saga (Featurette)
Returning characters, new alliances and even bigger fatalities! Go behind the scenes to learn all that went into creating the latest chapter in the Mortal Kombat film saga and how the sequel expands the universe to bolder, bloodier heights.
Building the Realms of Mortal Kombat (Featurette)
From the decaying streets of Edenia to the terrifying Pit featured in the iconic video game series, discover how the Mortal Kombat II design teams blended practical sets with groundbreaking VFX to create the legendary realms in the film.
Mortal Kombat II: Choose Your Fighter (Featurette)
Awaken your Arcana as you meet the cast and explore the brutal weapons, epic costumes and fierce training that went into bringing their characters to life.

Klose Quarters Kombat (Featurette)
Cast members and key creatives share insights into how the stunt preparation, intense fight scenes and weapons training shaped both classic moves and new, merciless combat styles.
A “Boon” to Gamers Everywhere (Featurette)
Sit down with chief Mortal Kombat mythmaker and creator Ed Boon for a deep dive into the franchise’s storied history and ongoing evolution that spans three decades of near-infinite games, films and comics, culminating with the live-action sequel.

DigitalHit (Ian Evans)@digitalhit· Jun 2

#PhysicalMedia 📼 alert: Warner Bros is releasing New Line Cinema's Mortal Kombat II on Digital June 9 and on 4K UHD, Blu-ray, and DVD July 28. This next installment of the video game franchise sees Johnny Cage and fan favorite champions battle to defeat the dark rule of Shao Kahn.

DigitalHit (Ian Evans)@digitalhit· May 30

Rod Torfulson's Armada Featuring Herman Menderchuck has dropped out of the Freedom 250 concert.

Rod Torfulson's Armada Featuring Herman Menderchuck sketch from Kids in the Hall.

DigitalHit (Ian Evans)@digitalhit· May 14

GALACTIC THEMATICS – The emotional core of any SUPER MARIO BROS. film lies in its relationships. This piece delves into the bonds between characters, examining the alliances that are tested, the connections that are broken, and those that endure and evolve forever.
COSMIC TUNES – Some sounds are unmistakably SUPER MARIO BROS. Composer Brian Tyler invites audiences inside his creative process, reimagining the franchise’s iconic game music as a powerful cinematic score that drives the action and elevates this epic adventure.
POWER-UPS – There is no greater tool in the galaxy than a perfectly timed power-up. Take a closer look at the many power-ups featured in the film, explore how the filmmakers selected which to include, and hear from the cast as they share their personal favorites.
SECRETS OF THE GALAXY – Brimming with cleverly hidden Easter eggs, the film invites fans to return again and again to catch them all. In this feature, the filmmakers and cast offer insider guidance on where to look, what to watch for, and the surprises waiting to be discovered.

DigitalHit (Ian Evans)@digitalhit· May 14

Here's a look at the bonus content:

NEXT LEVEL: MAKING THE SUPER MARIO GALAXY MOVIE – Go behind the scenes of this epic journey across the cosmos as the visionary creators at Nintendo, the acclaimed filmmakers and artists of Illumination, and the extraordinary cast who redefined these iconic characters reveal the artistry behind every meticulously crafted moment.
CAST OF CHARACTERS – Explore how this impeccable cast masterfully embodied the iconic MARIO BROS. characters, honouring their legacy while captivating audiences across generations worldwide.
Mario & Luigi
Peach & Rosalina
Bowser & Bowser Jr.
Toad & Yoshi
EXPLORING THE GALAXY – Guided by the filmmakers and cast, audiences embark on a journey through the film’s most iconic settings, revealing the thoughtful layers of nostalgia embedded in each one.

DigitalHit (Ian Evans)@digitalhit· May 14

#PhysicalMedia 📼 alert: Universal is releasing The Super Mario Galaxy Movie digitally on May 19 and on 4K Ultra HD, and Blu-ray June 16th, 2026. The release has over an hour of never-before-seen bonus content.

DigitalHit (Ian Evans)@digitalhit· May 12

Possession and Ancient Demons
Explore the story’s Egyptian roots and demonic rituals. Detective Zaki and the family investigate Katie's disappearance as the cast reveals the visceral reality of filming possession and terror while building the film's many unforgettable scenes.

Deleted Scenes

Commentary by Writer/Director/Executive Producer Lee Cronin

DigitalHit (Ian Evans)@digitalhit· May 12

Digital, 4K UHD™, and Blu-ray™ contain the following special features:

The Making of Lee Cronin’s The Mummy
Director Lee Cronin reveals his striking vision for a terrifying new mummy tale of heart and horror. Explore the film’s claustrophobic atmosphere and meticulous filmmaking as it delivers emotion and relentless terror!
A Bloody and Grotesque Spectacle
Blood, bugs and toenails fuel this inside look at the film’s wild SFX and practical filmmaking magic! Cast and crew also reveal how Natalie Grace transforms into a demon-possessed vessel through intense prosthetics and chilling physicality.

DigitalHit (Ian Evans)@digitalhit· May 12

#PhysicalMedia 📼 alert: Get wrapped up in Lee Cronin’s The Mummy as Warner Bros. releases it on Digital May 19 and on 4K, Blu-ray and DVD on July 14. It stars Jack Reynor, Laia Costa, May Calamawy, Natalie Grace, with Veronica Falcón.

DigitalHit (Ian Evans)@digitalhit· May 5

I'd like Lorne Cardinal as GG, but at the same time I don't want him to retire from acting.

DigitalHit (Ian Evans)@digitalhit· Apr 28

Eraser Digital release and 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Disc contain the following new special features:

Reinventing the Modern Action Hero – The Evolution of Arnold (NEW)
Discover how the legendary actor’s career shifted from the muscle-forward characters of the 80s into a sleeker, more emotionally grounded, action identity.

‘90s Action Thriller Reimagined (NEW)
Dive deeper into the star power, early CGI, and technological innovations that defined the transition from the late-80s analog action into the emerging digital era to follow.

DigitalHit (Ian Evans)@digitalhit· Apr 28

#PhysicalMedia 📼 alert: It's the 30th anniversary of Chuck Russell's action-thriller Eraser and Warner Bros. is releasing it on 4K UHD and Digital on June 16, 2026. The film stars Arnold Schwarzenegger and Vanessa Williams.

Eraser 4K art featuring Arnold Schwarzenegger and Vanessa Williams

DigitalHit (Ian Evans)@digitalhit· Apr 21

SPECIAL FEATURES

They Will Kill You Digital, 4K UHD™, and Blu-ray™ contain the following special features:

Director’s Log: The Making of They Will Kill You
A documentary-style feature following director and the cast throughout the production process. From creative meetings with executive producers to deep dives with the VFX and prosthetics teams, this piece offers an intimate look at the creative and technical forces behind the film.

Developing the Virgil Featurette
A look into the film’s most iconic location: The Virgil, a nine-floor art deco building inspired by Dante’s Inferno. This piece showcases the building’s intricate design, surreal art direction, and how each floor was constructed to reflect a different level of psychological descent.

Asia Reaves’ Attacks Featurette
This action-packed piece breaks down all the major fight scenes in the film, complete with stunts, spoilers, and cinematic chaos.

Crafting Carnage Featurette
Unravel how the film’s most intense moments were brought to life using hands-on techniques, from puppets and prosthetics to practical effects and choreographed gags.

DigitalHit (Ian Evans)@digitalhit· Apr 21

#PhysicalMedia 📼 alert: Kirill Sokolov's horror-action-comedy They Will Kill You gets Digital release on April 28 followed by a 4K UHD, Blu-ray, and DVD release on June 30.

DigitalHit (Ian Evans)@digitalhit· Apr 17

#PhysicalMedia 📼 alert: Trek back to Westeros when Warner Bros. releases Game of Thrones — 15th Anniversary: The Complete Collection — Limited Edition Library Case on 4KUHD on November 3, 2026.

Game of Thrones — 15th Anniversary: The Complete Collection — Limited Edition Library Case product shot

DigitalHit (Ian Evans)@digitalhit· Apr 16

Bluesky said they were having problems in "one of our reginos." Maybe they added too many toppings?

DigitalHit (Ian Evans)@digitalhit· Apr 14

#PhysicalMedia 📼 alert: Warner Bros is releasing the HBO Original DTF St. Louis on DVD October 13, 2026. It's available on Digital now. The seven‑episode limited series follows three people grappling with unsatisfying marriages, unmet ambitions, and the quiet desperation of feeling stuck.