Physical media collectors, take note: a 4K version of The Crow is finally on the way!
The Crow has held a solid cult status almost from the moment it came out in 1994, not least because of the tragedy that led to star Brandon Lee being fatally injured on set. Now, ahead of its 30th anniversary, it’s been announced that the film is finally receiving a 4K UHD release, set to arrive on May 7th, 2024.
Unfortunately, it’s not known what special features, if any, this release will contain. What is certain is that fans of The Crow both old and new will finally be able to get their hands on a 4K version of a film that has captivated audiences for years. It will also, conveniently enough, serve as a distraction from the impending reboot of The Crow starring Bill Skarsgård.
Originally released on May 13, 1994, THE CROW entranced audiences and critics alike with its gothic aesthetic, breathtaking action, and Brandon Lee’s soulful performance at the center of director Alex Proyas’ revenge fantasy. A sleeper box office hit, the film developed a passionate cult following that spawned three sequels, a television series, a video game, toys, and novels. Based on the comic book saga of the same name by James O’Barr, THE CROW delivers an action-packed thriller bursting with hypnotic style and dazzling visuals.
Newly remastered, THE CROW will be available nationally on 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Disc™ with new and legacy bonus content and access to a Digital copy of the film. In addition, there will be a limited-edition SteelBook™ with a 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Disc and access to a Digital copy of the film, featuring an o-sleeve with a cutout of a crow that lifts to reveal a portrait of Brandon Lee with his guitar.
Both releases include a brand-new three-part documentary created for the 30th anniversary entitled “Shadows & Pain: Designing The Crow.” The new piece is a fascinating deep dive with legendary production designer Alex McDowell, who discusses all aspects of designing the 1994 classic, as well as his experience working with visionary director Alex Proyas and the film’s late star, Brandon Lee.
Also, for the first time on disc, the releases include a conversation with the late Hollywood legend Edward R. Pressman who discussed his prolific career on the occasion of Sideshow Collectibles’ release of a limited figure for THE CROW.
New and legacy bonus content included on all three 4K Ultra HD releases is detailed below:
Shadows & Pain: Designing The Crow – NEW!
Angels All Fire: Birth of the Legend
On Hallowed Ground: The Outer Realm
Twisted Wreckage: The Inside Spaces
Sideshow Collectibles: An Interview with Edward R. Pressman – NEW TO DISC!
Audio Commentary with Director Alex Proyas
Audio Commentary by Producer Jeff Most and Screenwriter John Shirley
Behind the Scenes Featurette
A Profile on James O’Barr
Extended Scenes:
The Arcade Bombing
The Funboy Fight
The Shootout at Top Dollar’s
Deleted Footage Montage
Trailer
What do you think of The Crow finally getting a 4K UHD release? Will you be picking it up this May?
