Missing out on a superior viewing experience for the Hellraiser reboot? If you're in the US, you might be! While the 2022 film is available on streaming services like Hulu, a physical media release has been elusive... until now. But here's where it gets exciting: German company Turbine Media is stepping in to save the day!
On December 11th, they're releasing the Hellraiser reboot on 4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray. This is a game-changer for fans who crave the best possible quality. The release boasts stunning 4K visuals with Dolby Vision HDR and immersive Dolby Atmos audio.
The best part? It's region-free, meaning anyone, anywhere in the world, can enjoy it!
You can choose from a sleek, limited-edition Steelbook or one of four unique Mediabooks. Each Mediabook features a linen-style finish and a detailed 56-page German booklet by Tobias Hohmann. Each three-disc set will cost you around €34.99 (approximately $41), or you can grab a bundle with all five versions for €155.71 (about $81).
What can you expect in terms of special features?
- Audio commentary by director David Bruckner
- Audio commentary by make-up FX artists Sierra Spencer & Josh Russell
- "Such Sights: Reimagining Hellraiser" – An interview with director David Bruckner and screenwriters Ben Collins & Luke Piotrowski (56 min.)
- "Creating Cenobites" – An interview with Josh Russell & Sierra Spencer from Russell FX (34 min.)
- "Leviathan Tech" (10 min.)
The film's plot centers around art dealer Roland Voight, who stumbles upon an ancient puzzle cube that unlocks a terrifying new dimension. Years later, ex-junkie Riley steals the cube, unknowingly summoning the Cenobites. When her brother disappears, Riley and her friends embark on a harrowing journey to Voight's estate, where the Cenobites await their next victims.
David Bruckner, known for The Ritual and V/H/S, directs the film from a script by Ben Collins & Luke Piotrowski, based on Clive Barker's original horror masterpiece (who also serves as a producer). The cast includes Odessa A’zion, Adam Faison, Drew Starkey, Brandon Flynn, and Aoife Hinds, with Jamie Clayton taking on the iconic role of Pinhead.
Meagan Navarro's review perfectly captures the film's appeal, stating that Hellraiser "infuses enough style and worldbuilding with a mesmerizing new Hell Priest to ensure we’re ready to sign up for whatever other sights Bruckner has to show us next."
The different editions feature artwork by:
- Sascha Meurer (Steelbook)
- Timo Wuerz (Mediabook A)
- US key art (Mediabook B)
- Garry Marta (Mediabook C)
- Dark Design (Mediabook D)
Are you excited about this release? Do you think physical media is still relevant in the age of streaming? Share your thoughts in the comments below! Is this a must-have for your collection?
