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Superman & Lois: The Complete Series + Fourth & Final Season

2024/12/15

 

  • Release date US: April 1st, 2025
  • Region code: Region A (B, C untested)
  • Subtitles: English SDH
  • Soundtrack: English: DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1
  • Number of discs: TBA
  • Packaging: TBA
  • Studio: Warner Bros.

 

Still a few months away, even though encouraging to know, TV shows still get a Blu-ray treatment.


2024/10/25

  • 4K only at the moment
  • Release date North America: December 3rd, 2024
  • Region code: Free
  • Subtitles: English SDH
  • Soundtrack: TBA
  • Number of discs: 2 Discs
  • Packaging: Steelbook
  • Studio: Disney
  • The Mandalorian S3, Ahsoka S1, Loki S2, Hawkeye S1


Severance: Season One Blu-ray

2024/10/13

 

  • Release date US: December 17th, 2024
  • Region code: Region A (B, C untested)
  • Subtitles: English SDH
  • Soundtrack: English: DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1
  • Number of discs: 3 Discs
  • Packaging: Standard Blu-ray case
  • Studio: Fifth Season

 

Mark leads a team of office workers whose memories have been surgically divided between their work and personal lives. When a mysterious colleague appears outside of work, it begins a journey to discover the truth about their jobs.

 

I haven't seen this yet, but the premise is intriguing, so I am kind of curious about this. Also happy to see that TV shows still get a Blu-ray release these days. Severance also already has been renewed for season two. Season two will start January of 2025.

 

Blu-Ray.com


Orphan Black - Season One on Blu-ray (Complete Series)

2024/09/27

 

  • Release date US: November 5th, 2024
  • Region code: Region A (B, C untested)
  • Subtitles: English SDH
  • Soundtrack: TBA
  • Number of discs: 3 Discs
  • Packaging: Standard Blu-ray case
  • Studio: AMC Studios

 

Although Orphan Black: Echoes was cancelled last week, the first season still gets a Blu-ray release, which is, to me, a bit unexpected. I have only seen the pilot, that didn't really impress me, should have given it more episodes but I didn't for various reasons.

 

A standard Blu-ray release, standard case, 3 disc set. It has English subtitles (SDH), not many but a few special features like: Pre-premier inside look and Episode insiders. Not sure what it all entails but at least there are some extra's, this is something that is more and more becoming a rarity.

 

Source: Blu-ray.com


Blake's 7 - Series One on Blu Ray!

2024/09/04

 

  • Release date UK: November 11th, 2024
  • Region code: Region B (A, C untested)
  • Original aspect ratio: 1.33:1
  • Subtitles: TBA
  • Soundtrack: TBA
  • Number of discs: 6 Disc
  • Studio: BBC

 

Well didn't expect this anymore, a real shame I purchased the complete DVD set back in late 2022. Don't know if I can hold back the urge to purchase this immediately. Not much is know about this set at this time, if there are subtitles on it, what kind of a soundtrack. 

 

It is a standard Blu-ray case you also got when you purchased your Doctor Who sets. A booklet is added as well as a slipcover over the Blu-ray case. This is something every sci-fi fan should have so I guess I eventually will pick this up also, perhaps even sooner than later!


La Brea - Final Season (3) on Blu-ray

2024/08/13

 

  • Release date US: August 20, 2024
  • Region code: Region A (B, C untested)
  • Subtitles: English SDH
  • Soundtrack: English: DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1
  • Number of discs: 1 Disc
  • Studio: Universal Studios

 

In exactly a week, the 3rd and final season of La Brea will be released. Besides that also the complete series of the show. Be aware that season 3 only consists of 6 episodes on only 1 disc. It is a standard release, not sure if there any extra's on it. 

 

It has English subs, so that is a plus but the price is pretty high for 6 episodes, $27.72. I stopped watching it early in season two, so I won't be purchasing it anyway but still I am happy that there still are (sci-fi) TV shows that are being released on Blu-ray. Even smaller shows like this.

 

Blu-ray.com/La Brea S3 / Complete Series


Resident Alien - Season 3 on Blu-ray!

2024/08/07

 

  • Release date US: August 27, 2024
  • Region code: Region A (B, C untested)
  • Subtitles: English SDH
  • Soundtrack: English: DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1
  • Number of discs: 2 Discs
  • Studio: Universal Studios

 

Waiting this for a while now, Resident Alien, season 3 will be released at the end of this month, on August 27th. Currently rewatching the show, just finished season one yesterday, so this is great timing for this set to be released on Blu-ray. Once I am finished with the rewatch of season two, season three has been arrived so I can continue the rewatch without pause.

 

Granted, for me the 3rd season is not so strong as the first two seasons but still very entertaining and perhaps with a second watch I will change my mind after seeing all three in a short period of time. Anyway happy with this release and even more happy it already has been renewed for a 4th season.

 

Blu-ray.com / Resident Alien


The Expanse - Seasons Five & Six On Blu-ray!

2023/11/23

  • Release date US: November 21, 2023

 

Yes! It has happened, seasons 5 (season 4 cover if am not mistaken) and 6 have been released on Blu-ray also! As you can see in my post below I was asking myself if and when the last two seasons were going to be released. Well I am relieved that this happened, that fans from the first hour, are being rewarded also for being there with purchasing the first 4 seasons. There is a downside though, in that the prices for both season together are almost as expensive as the complete series! Both $29.99. This means with shipping, if you live outside the US, it will be appr. $75-80+ for both seasons. So for now I will leave them be. Blu-ray.com


The Expanse - The Complete Series on Blu-ray

2023/10/17

 

  • Release date US: November 14, 2023
  • Region code: Region A
  • Subtitles: English SDH
  • Soundtrack: English: DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1
  • Number of discs: T.B.A. - Not yet sure
  • Studio: Universal Studios

 

Suddenly I see this release popping up! Yes, on first glance this looks awesome! Finally the complete set on Blu-ray! But for the ones, like me, who purchased the first 4 seasons, this does not look so well. The 5th and 6th season have not been announced seperately! 

 

This would be a disgrace of course, if the 5th and 6th season don't get a seperate release. It would mean the studio essentially says: tough luck for those who purchased the first seasons from the start. Let's hope the studio does have some decency and will release the last two season seperate from the complete series! 

 

Blu-ray.com


Star Trek: Strange New Worlds on Blu-ray & 4K!

2023/10/10

 

  • Release date US: December 5, 2023
  • Region code: Region Free (BD/4K is region free)
  • Subtitles: English SDH & French
  • Soundtrack: English, French
  • Number of discs: T.B.A. - Not yet sure
  • Studio: Paramount

 

Somehow I forgot this news item to share with you! Has been known for a few weeks now! There are variations, Blu-ray standard, Blu-ray steel book and the 4K steel book! According to Blu-ray.com the 4K steel book seems to consist of 4K discs and Blu-ray discs! But on Amazon this is not (yet) specified! 

 

For me season two is not as strong as the first season, which I really liked. Season two is entertaining, has some strong episodes but we get too many episodes in which does not happen much! And then there is also the musical episode which is not my cup of tea and only one Gorn episode which was not as strong as the season one episodes.


SEE - Seasons One & Two On Blu-ray in the UK!

2023/10/10

 

  • Release date UK: December 31, 2023
  • Region code: B (A, C untested)
  • Subtitles: English
  • Soundtrack: TBA
  • Resolution: 1080p
  • Number of discs: 2 discs per season
  • Studio: Dazzler Studio

 

From the UK studio Dazzler, which also released shows like "For All Mankind" and "Travelers", now comes the dystopian tv series SEE with Jason Momoa in the lead! We sci-fi fans mostly know him from Stargate Atlantis but he has been busy since we saw in there!

 

The first two seasons are being released on Blu-ray, same they did with "For All Mankind". I have to admit, I did not yet see this, was aware of it, but never checked if this was SCI-FI, thought is was more Fantasy but according IMdB it definitely has SCI-FI elements.

 

Although the release date does worry me a bit but both seasons are available for pre-order.


Farscape - The Complete Series + Peacekeeper Wars on Blu-ray!


But other than the nice cover art and the extra's you see here below as also The Peacekeeper Wars included, it looks to be the same. The price is also astronomical if you ask me, $219 on Amazon and via SHOUT! even more expensive.

 

Shout! Factory - Blu-ray.com

2023/09/08

 

  • Release date US: November 21, 2023
  • Region code: A (B, C untested)
  • Subtitles: English
  • Soundtrack: English: DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1
  • Resolution: 1080p
  • Ratio: Aspect ratio: 1.78:1, 1.33:1
  • Number of discs: 22 discs
  • Studio: SHOUT! Factory

 

In honor of Farscape's 25th Anniversary early next year, ShOUT! Factory comes with a new release for the complete series of Farscape! Including the Peacekeeper Wars! When I first learned of this a couple of days ago, I got excited, I was hoping it would be a real HD upgrade, but this is unfortunately not the case, in that regard this release is not that different from the earlier releases you and I already have. 

 

However, there are some additional extra's you can expect: An exclusive, limited edition 18” x 24” rolled poster — made exclusively for this promotion — featuring a newly illustrated design by artist Joe Corroney (final artwork to be revealed)
A set of three 2.5” x 3.5” retro prism stickers, featuring artwork by Matthew Skiff (this will ship in a stay-flat folded cardboard sleeve).



The Boys - Season 3 - Blu-ray release

2023/08/29

 

  • Release date US: October 24, 2023
  • Region code: A (B, C untested)
  • Subtitles: English SDH
  • Soundtrack: English: DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1
  • Resolution: 1080p
  • Ratio: Aspect ratio: 2.39:1
  • Number of discs: 2 discs
  • Studio: Sony Pictures

 

Lots of new shows on Blu-ray announced last week, also The Boys - Season 3. It is a bit of a strange show, loads of cynical humor, even more blood, great cast and movie-like story telling.

 

In less than a month it will be released in North America that is. Like The Mandalorian, Loki and Wandavision, the price is pretty high, but with everything these days, the prices go with up each month for everything so why not with physical media.


The Mandalorian - Seasons 1 & 2 On Blu-Ray and 4K 

2023/08/27

 

  • Release date US: December 12, 2023
  • Subtitles: English SDH, Spanish, French
  • Number of discs: Two disc set for both BD & 4K
  • Region Code: 4K is Region Free, Blu-ray: T.B.A.
  • Packaging: BD & 4K - is a steelbook
  • Soundtracks: See Blu-ray.com

Update: In the UK the 4K sets have the 4K discs as well as the Blu-ray discs! So a 4 discs set per season!

Yes I know am a bit late because this news apparently was announced a few days ago already! I've just read it on Blu-ray.com and I have to say that this makes me kinda happy that even Disney is now releasing TV shows on Blu-ray and 4K!

 

Really enjoyed the series so far and I expect the 3rd season will arrive early 2024 or something. At the moment you cannot pre-order both sets on Amazon, I expect this will be possible within the next couple of days. There is currently no cover art released for the Blu-ray variants. Update: Is now possible to order! Season One, Season Two.


Loki & Wandavision - First Seasons on Blu-ray & 4K!

2023/08/27

 

  • Release date US: September 26, 2023
  • Subtitles: English SDH, Spanish, French
  • Number of discs: Two disc set for both BD & 4K
  • Region Code: 4K is Region Free, Blu-ray: T.B.A.
  • Packaging: BD & 4K - is a steelbook
  • Soundtracks: See Blu-ray.com
  • Release date US: November 28, 2023
  • Subtitles: English SDH, Spanish, French
  • Number of discs: Two disc set for both BD & 4K
  • Region Code: 4K is Region Free, Blu-ray: T.B.A.
  • Packaging: BD & 4K - is a steelbook
  • Soundtracks: See Blu-ray.com

The Sandman - Season One

2023/08/22

 

  • Release date UK: November 27, 2023
  • Region code: B (A, C untested)
  • Subtitles: English
  • Soundtrack: English: DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1
  • Resolution: 1080p
  • Ratio: Aspect ratio: T.B.A.
  • Number of discs: T.B.A.
  • Studio: Warner Bros

 

The Sandman, to see on Netflix. The first season consists of 11 episodes and I don't believe it officially has been renewed for a season two yet, although on IMdB you do see a season two tab. Again I am pleasantly surprised that shows like this, still get a Blu-ray release. I have yet to see it but I certainly plan to. Not much is known yet about this release, except the release date, the soundtrack and the subtitles. Not sure on how many discs this season will be released yet. I will update it as soon as I have more information of course. At the moment this will only be released in the UK!

 

Premise:

Upon escaping after decades of imprisonment by a mortal wizard, Dream, the personification of dreams, sets about to reclaim his lost equipment.   (Blu-ray.com)


Moonhaven - The Complete Series

2023/08/03

 

  • Release date US: July 18, 2023
  • Region code: A (B, C untested)
  • Subtitles: English SDH
  • Soundtrack: English: DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1
  • Resolution: 1080p
  • Ratio: Aspect ratio: 1.78:1
  • Number of discs: 2 discs
  • Studio: AMC Studios

 

Well, did not see this coming! Moonhaven on Blu-ray, has already been released two weeks ago apparently. The show initially was renewed for a second season but unfortunately that decision was reversed and the show was cancelled after all! 

 

It was a bit odd at first, but after the first 2 episodes I really began to like the oddness and began to appreciate it. It only consists of 6 episodes, it has an acceptable price at the moment, $13.99.


Babylon 5 - Finally comes to Blu-ray! 

Source Twitter Link

2023/07/18

 

  • Release date US / UK: December 5th, 2023

 

I had to read it a few times but if JMS says it, it has to be true! Babylon 5 finally on Blu-ray! Still 5 months away but I can't wait. Of course there are these questions: is it only the 5 seasons or are the movies included? And perhaps Crusade also? Don't think so to be honest, but who knows, we will learn in the coming weeks.

 

Well it the best news I've had in a while, now hopefully Star Trek Shows Deep Space Nine and Voyager follow!



For All Mankind - Season 3 [Blu-ray]

ps. I hope the cover is a temporary one because it's ugly!

2023/07/18

 

  • Release date UK: October 9, 2023
  • Region code: B (A, C untested)
  • Subtitles: English SDH
  • Soundtrack: TBA
  • Resolution: 1080p
  • Number of discs: 3 discs (update: 4 disc set!)
  • Studio: Dazzler Studio

 

It is still 3 months away but studio Dazzler Media is continuing with the release of the TV show For All Mankind! Granted, the first two seasons were delayed 4 times or something, but in May of this year, they were finally released, as a 4 disc set, which is very nice.

 

Because of the SAG-AFTRA Strike it is quite possible that it will be a barren 2024 regarding live-action TV shows, so if you have a big librairy at home, you are well prepared and this release of course needs to be in your collection as well.

 

It seems that this set contains 3 discs instead of 4 but that is still decent, 3 discs for 10 episodes. Looking forward to this release and hopefully this time no delays!


Star Trek: Picard - Season 3 on Blu-ray (Standard + Steelbook)

2023/06/16

  • Release date US: Sep 5, 2023 (UK Nov 20th)
  • Region code: A (B, C untested, most likely region free)
  • Subtitles: English SHD
  • Soundtrack: TBA
  • Resolution: 1080p
  • Aspect ratio: 2.39:1
  • Number of discs: 3 discs
  • Studio: Paramount Pictures

 

First announced in USA, which is usually the case, in 3 months you can watch the final season on Blu-ray. At the moment there has not yet been a 4K release announced. Beyond the release date not much is known yet, but still I wanted to inform you that it is coming soon! It will most likely soon also be announced in the UK, pending the price, I may switch my pre-order US to the UK release. The UK release might be a month or so later.

 

This is by far the best season, all the TNG cast together! We didn't get a TNG movie after Nemesis, so this is the next best thing. If you haven't yet seen it, you are in for a treat that's for sure!


Babylon 5 - The Road Home - On Blu-ray & 4K!

2023/06/15

  • Release date US: August 15, 2023 (UK August 14th)
  • Region code: 4K: Free / BD: A (B, C untested)
  • Subtitles: English SDH, French, Spanish
  • Soundtrack: TBA
  • Resolution: 1080p (BD) / 2160p (4K)
  • Number of discs: BD 1 / 4K 2 (4K+BD)
  • Studio: Warner Bros. Entertainment

 

I know very little about this release yet, it is not yet announced on Blu-ray.com but this will soon come! Looking forward to this, even though it is only animated, it is Babylon 5!

 

Update: It has been announced on Blu-ray.com now. Updated what is known


Battlestar Galactica 1978 - Pilotmovie - 4K Release!

2023/06/02

 

  • Release date US: July 11, 2023
  • Region code: Free
  • Subtitles: Japanese, Italian, German, French, Norwegian, Danish, Finnish, Swedish, Spanish
  • Soundtrack:  
    • English: DTS-HD Master Audio 2.1
    • Spanish: DTS 2.0 Mono
    • Spanish: DTS 2.0 Mono
    • French: DTS 2.0 Mono
    • German: DTS 2.0
    • Italian: DTS 2.0
    • Japanese: DTS 2.0
  • Resolution: Native 4K
  • Number of discs: 2 (1 4K / 1 BD)
  • Digital Copy: Yes
  • Studio: Universal Studios

 

Spotted this today on Amazon! Always thought 4K would not make it but there already are a number of TV shows which got the 4K treatment, something I'd never expected to happen.

More info: Blu-ray.com


La Brea - Season Two - Blu-ray release - North America

2023/04/27

 

  • Release date US: June 6, 2023
  • Region code: Region A (B & C untested) 
  • Subtitles: English SDH
  • Soundtrack: English: DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1
  • Resolution: 1080p (BD)
  • Number of discs: 3
  • Studio: Universal Studios

 

First season arrived a year ago, also in June. This season contains 14 episodes on 3 discs. I have to say I am content that Universal Studios goes through with the Blu-ray release. It is of course possible it is a big success on Blu-ray but I rather expect that is not the case.

 

I find it be an entertaining show, but this is a show I don't need to rewatch again. So this won't be a purchase for me. To watch it one time is okay and that's it. But as I said, happy to discover that TV shows still get a chance on Blu-ray and of course there are fans of this show who are thrilled this gets a Blu-ray release.


The Event - Complete Series - Blu-ray release - North America

2023/04/15

 

  • Release date US: June 6, 2023
  • Region code: Region A (B & C untested) 
  • Subtitles: English SDH
  • Soundtrack: TBA
  • Resolution: 1080p (BD)
  • Number of discs: 5
  • Studio: Mill Creek Entertainment

 

The Event first aired in 2010 and only ran one season. I have to say I really liked this show, sure was hoping for another season which obviously didn't happen. Long time ago, in 2012 I believe, this already had a UK, French and a Dutch release. A bulky set where you have two standard blu-ray cases in a slipcover.

 

This us set is just one standard blu-ray case which holds the 5 discs of the complete series. As I said, I really enjoyed it, even if it ends with a cliff-hanger, I still plan to take out my UK copy of this complete series, every few years. Although it has been taken awile since I'd last seen it.


The Last of Us - Season One - Blu-ray & 4K release!

2023/03/19

 

  • Release date US (also available UK/FR): July 18, 2023
  • Region code: Region A (B & C untested) / 4K Region Free
  • Subtitles: English, Spanish, French
  • Soundtrack: English: Dolby Atmos / Dolby TrueHD 7.1 (48kHz, 24-bit)
  • Resolution: 1080p (BD) / 2160p (4K)
  • Number of discs: 4
  • Studio: Warner Bros.

More info: Blu-ray.com

Not so long ago, 4-6 months or so, I was under the impression that TV shows rarely got a Blu-ray release. A DVD release was usually the only physical release we got in the last few years! But in the lately it seems that this is changing again in our favor! Even 4K releases become more and more a possibility for TV shows.  



The Man Who Fell to Earth - Blu-ray Release!

2023/03/08

 

 

  • Release date US: January 10, 2023
  • Region code: Region A (B & C untested)
  • Subtitles: None
  • Soundtrack: English: DTS 5.1
  • Resolution: 1080p
  • Number of discs: 3
  • Studio: CBS

 

I have to say I didn't know about this release until last night, when I was scrolling through the Blu-ray.com website when I stumbled on this release. I didn't see this one coming but still am pleasantly surprised it happened. The price, on March 8th, 2023, is $35.98 which is kind of expensive for 10 episodes but if you live in North America, you have less shipping costs, no customs costs so in that case, it perhaps is affordable . Another downside to this release, it appears to not have English subs.

 

I really like the show, was disappointed it got cancelled after only one season, still, If I recall correctly, the ending was something I could live with, but to be honest I am not sure.


Star Trek: Strange New Worlds - Season One - 4K release!

2023/02/24

 

  • Release date US: May 16, 2023
  • Region code: Region Free (4K is region free)
  • Subtitles: English SDH & French
  • Soundtrack: English, French
  • Number of discs: 3
  • Studio: Paramount

 

Well this is the first Star Trek series to get a 4K release! It will behind approximately 2 months after the Blu-ray / DVD release. Even though I don't have a 4K TV yet I still am in doubt myself weather or not to pre-order but it seems this is a pure 4K release, no standard Blu-ray's added.  It is also a limited release so If you want it, be sure to order it as soon as possible.

 

This is also a steelbook release, no standard issue announced and because it is advertised as limited, it most likely will only be released on 4K as a steelbook. As I said earlier, the standard Blu-ray release is due March 21st in North America and March 20th in the UK. Because there is a huge price difference, I have chosen to cancel my pre-order on amazon.com and order it from the UK Amazon.


2023/01/23

 

  • Release date North America: February 28st, 2023
  • Region code: Code A (B&C untested)
  • Subtitles: English SDH
  • Soundtrack: English: DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1
  • Number of discs: 4
  • Studio: Universal
  • Standard Blu-ray case

 

Like the first season, season two is also going to be released on Blu-ray, although it is a different release, it is a MOD (Manufactured on Demand) release. So I am not sure how easy it is to purchase. The DVD set is already visible on Amazon.com but the Blu-ray release not yet. Update: Is now available on Amazon.com

 

So you will have to keep an eye out for this one, when it is becoming available in the online stores because it most likely won't be available in physical stores.

 

If you haven't yet watch this, be sure that you do, it is a really funny show, Alan Tudyk is fantastic in this role, you cannot dislike this, unless you don't like Tudyk of course.


Station Eleven - Miniseries on Blu-ray and 4K!

2023/01/08

 

  • Release date North America: February 21st, 2023
  • Region code: Code A (B&C untested)
  • Subtitles: English SDH 
  • Soundtrack: English: DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1
  • Number of discs: 3
  • Studio: Paramount Pictures

 

Finally another SCI-FI -ish Blu-ray release, called Station Eleven as you can see on the picture on the left. Haven't seen it yet but it is an apocalyptic mini series. It does sound interesting although perhaps not original, but that doesn't mean it cannot be any good.

 

Premise: A post-apocalyptic saga spanning multiple timelines, this limited drama series tells the stories of survivors of a devastating flu as they attempt to rebuild and reimagine the world anew while holding on to the best of what’s been lost. Based on the international bestseller of the same name by Emily St. John Mandel, Station Eleven stars Mackenzie Davis, Himesh Patel, Lori Petty, David Wilmot, and Daniel Zovatto, with appearances from Gael Garcia Bernal, Danielle Deadwyler, David Cross and more.

 


Legends of Tomorrow - Complete Series on Blu-ray

2022/09/28

 

  • Release date US: October 18, 2022
  • Region code: Code A (B&C untested)
  • Subtitles: English SDH + lots more
  • Soundtrack: English: DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1
  • Number of discs: 19
  • Studio: Warner Bros.

 

Well in 3 weeks the complete series of Legends of Tomorrow will be released on Blu-ray, all 7 seasons, 110 episodes! It looks to be a standard release, the individual releases packed inside a big box. Someone on Blu-ray.com said it correctly, someone who has never seen this before, will have serious doubts about the show when the see the cover-art!



Doom Patrol - Season 3 Release on Blu-ray

2022/09/18

 

  • Release date US: Novermber 15, 2022
  • Region code: Code A (B&C untested)
  • Subtitles: English SDH
  • Soundtrack: English: DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1
  • Number of discs: 3
  • Studio: Warner Bros.

 

And another Blu-ray release has been announced, Doom Patrol season 3. Digital copy is included, packaging, slipbox and innerprint. Have yet to see it myself, I am planning to, but there is so much to watch. Anyway, really happy that these kind of releases are still possible. It already has been released in Australia as well, in May of this year. 



Halo - Season One of 4K, Blu-ray and DVD

2022/09/15

 

  • Release date US: Novermber 15, 2022,                                 UK: November 14, 2022
  • Region code: Code A (B&C untested)
  • Subtitles: English SDH, Spanish
  • Soundtrack: English
  • Number of discs: 5 (Blu-ray)
  • Studio: Paramount

 

I keep getting surprised in the last few weeks! First a release of For All Mankind, the first season, then the complete series of Starhunter, follow-up by a second season announcement For All Mankind, season two and now I have another surprise, Halo, the first season, and not alone on Blu-ray and DVD but also in 4K format! Just when you think TV shows on Blu-ray is death in the water, you get these released before years end! Plus of course the Star Trek shows like Picard, Discovery and Strange New Worlds!

 

Haven't seen it myself but I have to say I am curious about this show so I will probably pick up the Blu-ray set once available. Anyway, it is good to know that TV shows still get released on Blu-ray and in this case, even in 4K.

Update: In Germany release date December 8th, 2022


Star Trek: Strange New Worlds - Season One

2022/09/14

 

  • Release date US: March 21, 2023 (Update!!)
  • Release date UK: March 20, 2023
  • Region code: Code A, probably region free
  • Subtitles: TBA
  • Soundtrack: English
  • Number of discs: TBA
  • Studio: Paramount

 

I know, I know, so many details are missing at this point, like when is the exact release date, is it going to be released in Europe as well, what are the subtitles and on how many discs?

 

Well all legitamate questions, which I cannot yet answer but the fact that you already can pre-order this on amazon/us is a good sign it will not take very long before it is being released! Two versions will be released, the standard Blu-ray and a steelbook limited edition!

 

I for one really want this first season sooner rather than later so I'm not sure if I can wait till the Europe release!


For All Mankind - Season Two

Update 02/04/2023 : Back on Pre-order!

2022/09/12

 

  • Release date, UK - May1, 2023!
  • Region code: Code B
  • Subtitles: English SDH
  • Soundtrack: English
  • Number of discs: 4
  • Studio: Dazzler Media

 

Dazzler Media doesn't wait around if the season one release will be a success before they announce the release of season two! Apparently they are confident it will sell well. I like this attitude  from this studio! Release date is a little over a month after the first season release, at the moment no cover-art available but as soon as there is an update I will update the cover-art here on the website. 

 

Premise:

In an alternate timeline, in 1969 a Soviet cosmonaut, Alexei Leonov, becomes the first human to land on the Moon. This outcome devastates morale at NASA, but also catalyzes an American effort to catch up. With the Soviet Union emphasizing diversity by including a woman in subsequent landings, the United States is forced to match pace, training women and minorities, who were largely excluded from the initial decades of U.S. space exploration.


Star Trek: Picard S2 & Discovery S4 this year on Blu!

Source: Trekcore

Update: Release Date Discovery, December 6th, 2022

2022/09/06

 

  • Release date: October 4th, 2022/ December 6th, 2022
  • Region Code: A (probably region free)
  • Subtitles: English
  • Soundtrack: English
  • Number of Discs: 2 discs Pic, 4 discs Dsc
  • Studio: Paramount

 

Both Star Trek: Picard and Star Trek: Discovery are going to get a Blu-ray release before the end of this year. Picard's season two is already next month on October 4th. Discovery's 4th season will be released in December most likely, not a definite date yet, first December 6th was announced but apparently incorrect but it will most likely be December 2022.


Starhunter ReduX: The Complete Series Blu-ray

2022/08/21

  • Release date: August 23rd, 2022
  • Region Code: A
  • Subtitles: English
  • Soundtrack: English
  • Number of Discs: 10
  • Studio: SHOUT! Factory

 

I have to say, years back I heard rumors about this release but I simply couldn't believe it. I didn't think it is or ever was popular enough to be released on Blu-ray. I myself purchased the first season some 10-15 years ago I guess, the DVD set of course. I couldn't get through it, I stopped watching after 7 episodes. I really tried but it was not my cup of tea.

 

The stories were bland, the acting wasn't that good and the special effects were....low budget. I don't know if I still own the first season, think I sold it years ago. I however never saw the second season, was kinda curious about it but I never dared to make the purchase on DVD. So now a complete series, I really find it encouraging that this is being released even though it's not my thing. The price is very high at the moment, $70+ !


For All Mankind - Season One

2022/08/17

  • Release date, UK - May 1st, 2023
  • Subtitles: English SDH
  • Soundtrack: English
  • Number of discs: 4
  • Studio: Dazzler Media

 

Well I didn't expect this, a Blu-Ray release of this Apple+ TV show. It is a release in the UK from a small studio Dazzler Media. Thankful for smaller studio's such as this to bring these titles on physical media, well done! It of course contains all 10 episodes.

 

Premise:

In an alternate timeline, in 1969 a Soviet cosmonaut, Alexei Leonov, becomes the first human to land on the Moon. This outcome devastates morale at NASA, but also catalyzes an American effort to catch up. With the Soviet Union emphasizing diversity by including a woman in subsequent landings, the United States is forced to match pace, training women and minorities, who were largely excluded from the initial decades of U.S. space exploration.

Update 02/04/2023: Back on Pre-order!


Legends of Tomorrow - Season 6

2021/09/03

 

  • Release date, USA - November 9th, 2021
  • Region code: Code A (Most likely region free)
  • Subtitles: English SDH
  • Soundtrack: English
  • Number of discs: 4
  • Digital code: Yes

 

In two month the sixth season is going to be released in the USA and mostl likely it won't take long before it will be released in the UK also. This show and other CW shows get a regular release, this is becoming more and more special because with most shows you can only hope the following season will also be released, let alone with a months after the season has ended on the CW.

 

I just started watching Legends of Tomorrow myself, currently in season two and I do like it. It good enough to keep watching. And because I own the the first five seasons on Blu-ray, you can imagine I am happy that the CW keeps releasing their shows on Blu-ray.


The Nevers: Season 1 Part 1

2021/08/19

 

  • Release date, USA - October 5th, 2021
  • Region code: Code A (not sure yet if it is region free)
  • Subtitles: English SDH
  • Soundtrack: TBA but most likey only English
  • Digital code: Yes

 

Well another SCI-FI TV show is at hand on Blu-ray! The Nevers is expected to be released in October of this year. Be aware, it is only the first part of the first season, 6 episodes. Part two has not yet aired/streamed. 

 

I haven't yet seen this but I did hear some good things about it. It is a HBO production so this normally means high production values which is always a good thing. It is a 2-disc set. I am not sure it I want to purchase part one of a (first) season, haven't done that since I collect Blu-ray's

 

 

Source: Blu-ray.com


Resident Alien - Season One

2021/08/12

 

  • Release date, USA - September 21, 2021
  • Region Code Region Code A (not sure if it is region free)
  • Subtitles - English SDH
  • Soundtrack - English : DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1

 

Resident Alien, one of the best new shows of 2021! Syfy channel really has a hit on their hands if you ask me! As I said a few times, there hasn't been much Blu-ray releases in 2021, you can count them on two, perhaps evem one hand.

 

Alan Tudyk is the lead character we of course know from shows like Firefly, Dollhouse, Con Man and movies like I, Robot and Serenity. In Resident Alien he is an alien who crash lands on our planet and he takes on a identity of a local doctor.  

 

Currently only released in North America, not sure if this will be released in other parts of the world because this is no longer a certainty. 

 

Source: Blu-ray.com


Smallville - The Complete series for its 20th Anniversary!

2021/07/27

 

  • Release date, USA - October 19th 2021
  • Region Code - Region Code A (good chance Region Free)
  • Subtitles - TBA
  • Soundtrack - TBA

 

Well, a bit of a surprise, Smallville gets a complete series release, after all those years in honor of its 20th Anniversary. Seasons 6-10 were previously been released on Blu-ray as individual releases, season 5 & 6 were also released on the short-lived HD-DVD format (back in 2006 and 2007).

 

No details yet if seasons 1-5 are in real HD, or upscaled. It seems logical anyways that season 5 will also be in real HD since it already was released earlier on HD-DVD. It's 10 seasons so I am very interested in the price, think it probably will be at least about $100, but that is also not clear yet. Still, happy that such a release still is possible!

Source: The Digitalbits.com


Star Trek TOS - Complete Series - Re-release 55 yrs Anniversary

2021/07/02

 

  • Release date, USA - September 7, 2021
  • Region Code - Region Free (Most likely, officially Region A)
  • Subtitles - English SDH, French, Portugese, Spanish
  • Soundtrack - Same as the subtitles

 

Of course Star Trek was released on Blu-ray more than 10 years ago, but now, for its 55th Anniversary, the series will be re-released on Blu-ray. Most likely the discs will remain the same, it's not clear yet but it seems unlikely there will be new printed blu-ray discs.

 

The packaging is shiny, the seasons are packed in steelbooks! This is most likely the reason these sets will sell. Fans perhaps will double dip because of the nice packaging, the steelbook releases.  don't think I will update/replace my set with this one, unless there is so much new footage on this, which, as I said is highly unlikely. Source: Blu-ray.com


Star Trek: Discovery - Season 3

2021-06-05

 

  • Release date, USA - 2021-07-20
  • Region Code: Region Free (most likely), officially Region A
  • Subtitles: English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Danish, Dutch, Finnish, Norwegian, Swedish
  • Soundtrack: English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Japanese

 

It's been 3 months since I could announce a new Blu-ray release of a TV show! There aren't many TV show Blu-ray releases out there. Star Trek: Discovery's 3rd season started out okay but for me, it was below my expectations. So I am not sure If I will purchase this season while I do own the first 2 seasons. Season 2 is my favorite but this is for a large part due to Captain Pike.

 

Currently only announced in the US, but later this year it almost certainly will be released all over the world. At least it's still being released on Blu-ray, so for that reason alone I perhaps should purchase the 3rd season but I am not sure yet.

 

Source: Blu-ray.com


Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. Season 6 & 7 released in Japan

2021-03-20

  • Release date, Japan - 2021-06-02
  • Region Code: Region A (B & C untested)
  • Subtitles: Japanese
  • Soundtrack: English and Japanese

 

Season 6 was released last year in Japan and now season 7 has announced to be released on June 2nd this year! While there still is not word of a UK release for the last two seasons.

 

Japanese release for season 6 is region free, so it's very likely season 7 will also be region free but the price to import it from Japan is about $100 per season, which makes it too much for me. I keep hoping both seasons will be released in the UK also.

 

Disney needs to be supportive of those fans who purchased the first 5 seasons in the UK also. This isn't how you treat your fans.

 

Blu-ray.com


Timeless - The Complete Series, incl. Miracle of Christmas

2021-02-14

 

  • Release date, Australia - 2020-11-13
  • Region Code: Region B, A (C untested)
  • Subtitles: None

 

I realize this set has been released a few months ago on Blu-ray. But I can imagine you didn't even realize this was released on Blu-ray. Until this time it has only been released on Blu down under! But according to blu-ray.com this is at least region A & B compatible. The second season has been tested on all regions and this one if region free. Season 1 is probably also region free but region C has not yet been tested.

 

The individual seasons are harder to come by (for a decent price) if you do not live down under. The complete series is currently available via amazon.com, not sure how long this will continue to be the case. In a nutshell, if you really like this series, if you want it on blu, my advise is, don't wait too long. 


Stargate Universe - VEI Blu-Ray release, coming soon!

2021-01-06

 

VEI now also announced Stargate Universe on Blu-ray! As you know only the first season has been released on Blu-ray some 10 years ago or so. Now both seasons will be released in a complete series set.

 

VEI's asking price is quite reasonable if you ask me, $39.99, but like with Stargate SG-1 and Stargate Atlantis, if you outside or North America you cannot purchase this set on VEI or Amazon.

 

There is an online store where you can purchase Stargate SG-1 on blu-ray from outside North America, this is Blue-Rays for Everyone. But at this moment the Stargate Atlantis is not available there but perhaps it's because they do sell the original release.

 

As soon as I am able I will purchase this set and I will let you know the details. See also this BLOG about the Blu-ray release.


Stargate Atlantis - VEI Blu-Ray release! Perhaps SGU also?

2020-12-19

 

As you see below, company VEI released Stargate SG-1 on Blu-ray! Remains to be seen if this is a true HD release, although on the  Blu-ray.com forum there are people whom already ordered a copy but at this point no one has received a copy. Now VEI also announced the complete series of Stargate Atlantis! Which in itself is not a shocking release because this set already has been released in 2011. I have this set myself and I am very happy with it.

 

But now there is of course a very high possibility that Stargate Universe will also be released on Blu-ray in the very near future as a complete series. As you probably know, till now only the first season has been released on Blu-ray, so this would be very interesting! Downside at this point, although the Stargate SG-1 set is now available on Amazon.com, unfortunately at this point, people outside North America are unable to purchase this. Hopefully another possibillity will present itself in the near future to order these sets. Especially Stargate Universe would be very interesting for me. I will keep you informed of course.

VEI - Stargate Atlantis


Stargate SG-1 - Blu-ray release coming soon!

VEI HOME  - VEI Stargate SG1

 

Update: It's not a true HD release but this was to be expected. To find out what buyers think of it, click on the Blu-ray.com link in this item. There is a way to purchase it from outside of North America: BFE Blu-Rays for Everyone

2020-12-13

 

11 days ago I posted that Babylon 5 possibly is getting a Blu-ray release and today I read that Stargate SG-1 also seem to be coming out on Blu-ray soon! There are rumors for a few months now that actual HD streamings were available so there was hope and today, via Blu-ray.com I learned that VEI (Visual Entertainment Incorporated) is releasing the complete series on Blu-ray in the near future! 

 

I was hoping for it for a long time now but did not really expect it on such short notice! Pity for myself is that I am almost finished with the rewatch of all 10 seasons on DVD. I have 6 more episodes to go. Still great news and thankfull that 90's TV shows finally seem to getting Blu-ray releases. So perhaps there is still hope for Star Trek: Deep Space Nine and Star Trek: Voyager!

 

Here you can directly to the VEI website to see the announcement but as far as I know only if you live in North America you can order from VEI. So hopefully this set will also be available on online shops like Amazon.com and everyone outside North America is also able to purchase this set. Makes you wonder though, how well this company VEI knows the show, when they are having Jonas Quinn on the cover instead of Daniel Jackson! 


Is it Really Happening? Babylon 5 Released on Blu-Ray!

2020-12-02

 

Is it really happening? Babylon 5 on blu-ray? Last weeks there have been rumors and also ITunes, of what is it called lately, is showing Babylon 5 which what seems to be HD or upscaled to HD. So it could be an upscaled blu-ray release but that would be fine with me! Details are still unclear but a Swedish website Discshop already has the complete series on pre-order for March 19th 2021! So how Babylon 5 will be presented is yet unclear but that it’s coming to blu-ray seems to be inevitable!

 

Below you see a comparison video where you can see the big difference between de SD and the possible (upscaled) HD version, Also here you can find a link to Babylon 5 page on blu-ray.com where you can see speculation, messages from excited fans and perhaps more news in the next few weeks which I of course will also post on the website. This really is something I never expected anymore, even if it's only a minor upgrade on the awful DVD quality, it would be worth it! - Update: Seems to be postponed! Swedish website now says December 31, 2021, which normally means...we don't know.

 

Source: TheDigitalBits


The Expanse - Season 4

2020-11-22

 

  • Release date North America - 2020-12-15
  • Region Free: TBD

 

For a long while I was unsure, after the move from Syfy channel to Amazon Prime, we were going to get future blu-ray releases of The Expanse beyond season 3. Really glad my doubts were unfounded or at least, did not become a reality and one day before the start of season 5 on Amazon Prime, season 4 gets released!

 

So far only in North America but it stands to reason that season 4 will also be released in Europe and other parts of the world. Just so you know, the first 3 seasons of the North American release was regio free so it's a good chance season 4 will also be region free. I ordered the set and I will update this page once I indeed can confirm it's region free

 

Season 4 was IMO not the strongest season but definately worth while. 

 

More info about the release on Blu-ray.com


Colony - Season 3

2020-11-22

 

  • Release date Germany - 2020-11-20
  • Region Free: TBD
  • No English Subs

 

After being postponed 3 times the blu-ray release would finally arrive on Friday Novenber 20th, 2020 but apparently there is still a problem with the availability of the blu-ray set.

 

I ordered this set in May 2020, first would arrive mid September, than it was delayded first to mid October, subsequently on October 30th and again is was postponed to November 20th.

 

I've got a bad feeling about this release, if it's going to be released at all, when you amazon.de it says: at the moment not available... We will have to wait and see if it's indeed just temporary lack of availability or perhaps a definate inavailability.

 

Update: 2020-11-23 - My copy is actually shipped today!

 

More info about the release on Blu-ray.com

 



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