THE MANDALORIAN AND GROGU HOME VIDEO RELEASE

Join the Mandalorian and Grogu on their most thrilling mission yet when Lucasfilm’s “Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu” arrives on digital platforms including Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, and Fandango July 21, and on August 25 the movie comes to 4K Ultra HD and Blu-ray.

Following multiple award-winning seasons on Disney+, this theatrical release motion picture sees the Mandalorian and Grogu facing new challenges and exploring uncharted corners of the galaxy. In "Star Wars: The Mandalorian & Grogu", the evil Empire has fallen, and Imperial warlords remain scattered throughout the galaxy. As the fledgling New Republic works to protect everything the Rebellion fought for, they have enlisted the help of legendary Mandalorian bounty hunter Din Djarin (Pedro Pascal) and his young apprentice Grogu. "Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu" also stars Sigourney Weaver, with Martin Scorsese and Jeremy Allen White lending their voices.

The home video release includes the following bonus content in addition to the theatrical release of the movie:

FEATURETTES: 

• Crafting “The Mandalorian and Grogu”: Discover the craft behind an epic Star Wars adventure! Go behind the scenes with artists creating the stunning puppetry, miniatures, sound design, and visual effects that bring the worlds, characters, and creatures of “The Mandalorian and Grogu” to life. 
• Biomes—From Snow to Swamp: Voyage with director Jon Favreau and his crew to a pair of brand-new worlds that may seem a touch familiar to fans of the original Star Wars trilogy. Discover how the ingenious filmmakers constructed snowy landscapes and a living swamp from the ground up! 
• Welcome to Shakari: A bustling metropolis like Shakari cannot simply be found—it must be made. Join the film’s fabrication as they build an entire Star Wars city with a downtown warehouse, conjuring an epic playground for Mando and his young apprentice. 
• Dejarik for Real: Sometimes it’s the little things! Who can forget the Millennium Falcon’s charming holochess game introduced in 1977? Witness how the tiny creatures featured in the game were lovingly brought to giant-sized life for the Mandalorian’s big-screen debut! 

 AUDIO COMMENTARY: 

 Audio commentary by Jon Favreau: Watch the film with audio commentary by director Jon Favreau.

Collectible versions of 4K UHD will be available in a SteelBook and in the special Beskar Collector’s Edition (U.S. only), which includes special packaging and metal posters when the physical media release of "Star Wars" The Mandalorian & Grogu" arrives at stores on August 25. 

Disney Pixar HOPPERS Home Entertainment Release

If you’re looking for the next family movie night pick, I just watched with my wife and kids on moviesanywhere.com Disney Pixar’s HOPPERS which is an animated sci-fi themed slapstick comedy with a plot that addresses environmental issues which will leave you contemplating humanity's relationship with the planet. The story follows Mabel, a college student who "hops" her consciousness into a robotic beaver to infiltrate a colony and save their habitat from a mayor obsessed with building a freeway through the animals' home. It’s basically Avatar meets A Bug’s Life, but with a beaver king named George (voiced by the hilarious Bobby Moynihan) who absolutely steals the show instead of aliens and ants as the leading characters. My whole family really enjoyed HOPPERS!

For parents, there’s plenty to appreciate beyond the cute animals in this film. The animation is top-tier, and the voice cast — including Jon Hamm as the villainous Mayor Jerry and Meryl Streep as a formidable Insect Queen — enhances the story. I particularly loved the focus on Mabel’s connection to her grandmother, which grounds the high-tech sci-fi elements in a way many families can associate with their own relationships. The movie doesn't talk down to kids while tackling environmental stewardship without feeling like a lecture. 

A quick "dad-to-dad" heads-up: while it’s rated PG, some scenes get surprisingly intense. There are a few "horror-lite" sequences and a chaotic third act featuring a terrifying "human hopper" robot controlled by an insect. If you have very little ones who are sensitive to jump scares or "creepy" imagery, be on guard! Otherwise, it is a fun flick that reminded me of why my family loves Pixar movies after some of the recent disappointing releases from the studio.

HOPPERS earned A Geek Daddy nod of approval for providing a fun, laugh filled family movie night. It is available to view now on digital platforms including Amazon Prime Video, Movies Anywhere, Apple TV, and Fandango @ Home. Plus, it will be available on 4K UHD, Blu-ray and DVD on June 2, 2026.

The home entertainment release of HOPPERS includes the following bonus content in addition to the featured motion picture:

• The Critter Diaries: Wander behind the scenes with director Daniel Chong and the Pixar creative team as they explore Yellowstone, study wildlife, and find real-life inspiration for our favorite new animated characters from Hoppers. 
• Hopping In: The Making of Hoppers: Hop into the making of the movie as filmmakers, cast, and crew share how their ideas, collaboration, and creative process brought the story, animation, and lovable characters to life in Pixar’s Hoppers. 
• "Meet King George" Scene Breakdown: Dive deep with director Daniel Chong and the filmmaking team as they reveal the craft of making King George’s Superlodge. Get insight into the directing process, editing, VFX, animation, and production design. 
• Beaverton Revealed: Explore Hoppers to find surprising Pixar film cameos, hidden references, and plenty of fun, behind-the-scenes facts. 
• Dam Good Bloopers: Laugh along with your favorite voice actors from Hoppers as they have fun bringing their characters to life in the recording booth. 
• Deleted Scenes: Check out scenes that didn’t make the final cut, as introduced by director Daniel Chong and editor Axel Geddes.

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READY OR NOT 2 MOVIE REVIEW

Ready or Not 2 manages the rare feat of being a sequel that honors the chaotic spirit of the original while expanding its wicked mythology in unexpected directions. Picking up with Grace, who is now a hardened survivor of the Le Domas family’s ritualistic madness, the film flips the script by placing her back in the crosshairs of a different, yet equally deranged, high-society cult. Samara Weaving returns with her trademark blend of feral desperation and dry wit, proving once again that she is the ultimate modern final girl. The action is punchier, the stakes feel more global, and the dark humor is as sharp as a sacrificial dagger.

The sequel’s greatest strength lies in its world-building, which avoids the trap of simply repeating the "hide and seek" gimmick. Instead, it dives deeper into the supernatural pacts that govern the world’s elite, introducing a fresh gallery of aristocratic monsters who are as bumbling as they are lethal. The cinematography shifts from the claustrophobic corridors of a single mansion to a sprawling, gothic estate that feels like a character itself, dripping with atmosphere and inventive deathtraps. While the first film was a tight survival thriller, this installment leans harder into the "splatstick" horror-comedy genre, delivering gore that is both shocking and hilariously over-the-top.

By the time the explosive finale rolls around, Ready or Not 2 cements itself as a rare follow-up that might actually surpass the original for some fans. It’s a cynical, bloody, and riotously fun critique of inherited wealth that never takes itself too seriously. Even as the body count rises and the plot takes a turn for the truly bizarre, the movie stays grounded in Grace’s sheer will to survive. It’s a relentless adrenaline-fueled ride that leaves the door cracked just enough for more mayhem, making it a must-watch for anyone who likes their horror served with a side of pitch-black irony.

Ready or Not 2: Here I Come is available now on digital platforms including Amazon Prime Video, Movies Anywhere and Fandango @ Home. The home video release on Blu-ray and DVD will be June 16, 2026. This horror flick is rated R by the Motion Picture Association [MPA].

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DISNEY PIXAR HOPPERS HOME VIDEO RELEASE

Take your family on a wildly fun adventure when Disney and Pixar’s Hoppers lands on digital platforms including Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, and Fandango at Home on April 28 and also on 4K UHD, Blu-ray and DVD June 2. In this animated comedy adventure, animal lover Mabel seizes an opportunity to use a new technology to ‘hop’ her consciousness into a lifelike robotic beaver and communicate directly with animals. As she makes amazing discoveries, Mabel befriends a charismatic beaver and must rally the entire animal kingdom to face a major, imminent human threat.

The home video digital and disc releases include the following bonus features:

The Critter Diaries: Wander behind the scenes with director Daniel Chong and the Pixar team as they explore Yellowstone, study wildlife, and find real-life inspiration for our favorite new animated characters from Hoppers. 

Hopping In: The Making of Hoppers: Hop into the making of the movie as filmmakers, cast, and crew share how their ideas, collaboration, and creative process brought the story, animation, and lovable characters to life in Pixar’s Hoppers. 

"Meet King George" Scene Breakdown: Dive deep with director Daniel Chong and his filmmaking team as they reveal the craft of making King George’s Superlodge. Get insight into the directing process, editing, VFX, animation, and production design. 

Beaverton Revealed: Explore Hoppers to find surprising Pixar film cameos, hidden references, and plenty of fun, behind-the-scenes facts. 

Dam Good Bloopers: Laugh along with your favorite voice actors from Hoppers as they have fun bringing their characters to life in the recording booth. 

Deleted Scenes: Check out these scenes that didn’t make the final cut, as introduced by director Daniel Chong and editor Axel Geddes. 

THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER COMES TO HOME VIDEO

THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER is now on Digital and will be available on Blu-ray and DVD on October 28 from Lionsgate. Based on the novel by Barbara Robinson, THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER is directed by Dallas Jenkins (“The Chosen”) and stars Judy Greer (13 Going on 30, Jurassic World), Pete Holmes (“Crashing,” “Dropout”), Molly Belle Wright (True Spirit, Mistletoe Ranch), and Lauren Graham (“Gilmore Girls,” “The Mighty Ducks: Game Changers”). It is rated by the Motion Picture Association of America PG for thematic material and brief underage smoking.

The Herdmans are absolutely the worst kids in the history of the world. They lie, they steal, they bully…and now they’ve hijacked the town Christmas pageant. THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER follows six siblings who sneak into church searching for snacks and walk away with the lead roles in the town pageant. Grace (Judy Greer) is directing the performance for the very first time, but she and her daughter Beth (Molly Belle Wright) and husband Bob (Pete Holmes) are in over their heads, especially against a town that wants them to kick the Herdmans out. But the play’s mischievous stars might unwittingly teach a community the true meaning of Christmas.

Home Video Release Special Features:

• Audio Commentary with Director Dallas Jenkins and Producer Kevin Downes 
• Herding the Kids Featurette 
• Director’s Diary Featurette
• All About the Pageantry: Creating the Look Featurette
• Legacy of the Christmas Pageant Featurette
• The Least of These Featurette 
• Bloopers 
• Deleted Scenes 
• Trailer

DISNEYS SNOW WHITE DIGITAL RELEASE

Heigh-ho, heigh-ho! It's off to watch Disney's Snow White we go as the live action reimagination of the classic animated fairytale movie is now available to add to your home entertainment library via digital platforms including Movies Anywhere, Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV and Fandango at Home. The movie also arrives June 24 on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray and DVD discs.

Experience the timeless adventure as Snow White (Rachel Zegler) journeys into magical woods to escape her stepmother, the Evil Queen (Gal Gadot), and meets the beloved Bashful, Sleepy, Sneezy, Happy, Dopey, Grumpy and Doc who join her quest to restore the kingdom and bring kindness to the land. This adaption blends nostalgia, notable new visuals, and a memorable soundtrack. It includes new productions of long-beloved songs that complement five original tunes thoughtfully crafted by EGOT winners Benj Pasek and Justin Paul, breathing new melody into a well-known story.

The home video release also includes the following bonus content along with the featured presentation:

+ Sing Along with the Movie: Sing along with your favorite songs while watching the movie with onscreen lyrics. 

+ Deleted Scenes: 

         - Anguish and Opportunity 

         - Danger in the Woods 

         - Hunt for Snow White

+ Fearless, Fair, Brave, and True: Making Snow White – Take a look behind the scenes with director Marc Webb, cast and crew as they share their vision for this live-action reimagining of Snow White, highlighting how they honor the legacy of the original story, including the characters, set design and more.

 + Merry Tunes – Go behind the songs with filmmakers and songwriting duo, Benj Pasek and Justin Paul. Hear about their new songs and how they beautifully intertwine with the classics.

 + Fairy Tale Fashion – Get an in-depth look at the fashion and costuming for the film, featuring legendary costume designer Sandy Powell. Along with filmmakers and cast, Sandy provides insight into how she brought iconic looks to life for Snow White, the Evil Queen and more. 

+ Bloopers – Discover all the fun and laugh along with the cast as they have the time of their lives making Snow White.

CAPTAIN AMERICA BRAVE NEW WORLD

In Marvel Studios’ Captain America: Brave New World, Sam Wilson (Anthony Mackie) – who now wields the shield of Captain America after events in the Disney+ streaming series “The Falcon and The Winter Soldier” – meets with newly elected U.S. president Thaddeus Ross (Harrison Ford) and soon finds himself in the middle of an international incident. In a race against time, Sam must discover the reason behind a nefarious global plot before the true mastermind has the entire world seeing red.

Rated PG-13 by the Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA) for intense sequences of violence and action, Captain America: Brave New World is now available to view on digital platforms including Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, Fandango at Home, and Movies Anywhere. It will also be available to add to home entertainment video libraries on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray and DVD on May 13, 2025.

There will also be available, a Walmart exclusive pop-up Blu-ray that unfolds into a stunning 3D scene featuring Captain America facing off against Red Hulk. With intricate details like Sam’s spread wings, and iconic shield, the dynamic display creates a collectible showdown making it a must-have for Marvel fans.

The home video digital and physical media releases will also include the following featurettes as bonus content:

• Deleted Scenes: 
•  A Heartfelt Thanks – President Ross praises Agent Taylor for her actions. 
•  The Mission – Sam Wilson tries to extract information out of Agent Taylor in the boxing ring. 
•  Stick Around – President Ross extends an apology and an unexpected invitation to Isaiah. 
•  Assuming the Mantle – Ever since his high-flying debut in “Captain America: The Winter Soldier,” audiences around the world have known that Sam Wilson was destined for great things. Join the cast and crew as they look at Sam's past, present, and potential future in the MCU. 
•  Old Scores, New Scars – Brave New World finds Captain America locked in a battle of brains and brawn in the forms of The Leader, Red Hulk, and Sidewinder. From prosthetics to visual effects to stunt work, get the lowdown on these formidable foes and how they're brought to life. 
•  Gag Reel – Enjoy some hilarious outtakes on set with the cast and crew of Captain America: Brave New World. 
•  Audio Commentary – Listen to Director Julius Onah and Director of Photography Kramer Morgenthau talk about the film.

STAR TREK SECTION 31 HOME VIDEO RELEASE

Following its premiere on Paramount+, the STAR TREK: SECTION 31 movie arrives April 29, 2025 in a 4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray™ Combo, a collectible 4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray SteelBook®, on Blu-ray™, on DVD, and on Digital from Paramount Home Entertainment. STAR TREK: SECTION 31 is rated PG-13 by the Motion Picture Association of America [MPAA] for violence/bloody images, suggestive material and some language. The home video release will feature over an hour of special features along with the movie.

STAR TREK: SECTION 31 stars Academy Award® winner Michelle Yeoh, who reprises her fan-favorite role as Emperor Philippa Georgiou. She joins a secret division of Starfleet tasked with protecting the United Federation of Planets, while facing the sins of her past. The film also stars Omari Hardwick and Emmy® winner Sam Richardson. Directed by Olatunde Osunsanmi, STAR TREK; SECTION 31 also stars Robert Kazinsky (Pacific Rim), Kacey Rohl (Hannibal), Sven Ruygrok (One Piece), James Hiroyuki Liao (Barry), Humberly Gonzalez (Ginny & Georgia) and Joe Pingue (The Expanse). Miku Martineau (Kate) portrays a young Philippa Georgiou.

Special features included with the featured presentation in the home video release:

+ Art Squad - Production Designer Paul Kirby and Set Decorator Summer Gaal take us through the sets designed for Section 31. (available only on UHD, Blu-ray and Digital) 

+ Alpha Squad - A breakdown of each of the six members of the Section 31 Squad: Alok, Quasi, Zeph, Rachel Garrett, Melle and Fuzz. 

+ Stunts Squad - Stunt Coordinator Christopher McGuire and his team take us through the prep and execution of many of the stunts designed for the film. 

+ Gear Squad - Prop Master Mario Moreira gives a look inside the prop closet and all the gadgets 

+ Georgiou - Philippa Georgiou is one of the most complex characters in Trek history. Sometimes a villain. Sometimes a hero. The producers, screenplay writer Craig Sweeny, the team that created her look, and the Emperor herself, Michelle Yeoh, talk about further developing this fascinating character. 

+ Gag Reel

A COMPLETE UNKNOWN HOME VIDEO RELEASE

Nominated for 8 Academy Awards including Best Picture, Best Director James Mangold and Best Actor Timothée Chalamet, A COMPLETE UNKNOWN is available to add to your home entertainment video collection via Digital now and April 1, 2025 on 4K and Blu-ray. This Bob Dylan bio-pic is rated R by the Motion Picture Association of America [MPAA] for language.  Directed by James Mangold, A COMPLETE UNKNOWN offers an intimate portrayal by actor Timothée Chalamet of Bob Dylan's transformative years in the early 1960s.

New York, 1961. Against the backdrop of a vibrant music scene and tumultuous cultural upheaval, an enigmatic 19-year-old from Minnesota arrives with his guitar and revolutionary talent, destined to change the course of American music. He forges intimate relationships with music icons of Greenwich Village on his meteoric rise, culminating in a groundbreaking and controversial performance that reverberates worldwide. Timothée Chalamet stars and sings as Bob Dylan in James Mangold’s A Complete Unknown, the electric true story behind the rise of one of the most iconic singer-songwriters in history. The film also stars Edward Norton as Pete Seeger, Elle Fanning as Sylvie Russo, Monica Barbaro as Joan Baez, Boyd Holbrook as Johnny Cash and Scoot McNairy as Woody Guthrie.

Bonus features included with the home video release include featurettes on the making of the movie and audio commentary by Director James Mangold.

HOME VIDEO RELEASE OF DREAMWORKS DOGMAN

Part man, part dog, all hero. As the DOG MAN graphic novel film adaptation continues to capture the hearts of audiences in theaters, this animated comedy adventure for the whole family will be available exclusively on digital platforms to own or rent starting today, from Universal Pictures Home Entertainment. Experience exclusive deleted scenes, how-to-draw tutorials from the animators themselves, recording booth bloopers, and more only when you purchase from participating digital retailers nationwide, including Apple TV, Fandango at Home (formerly Vudu), Comcast Xfinity, Cox, Microsoft Movies & TV, and Movies Anywhere. Filled to the brim with humor, heart, and tail-wagging action, DOG MAN will also debut on Blu-ray and DVD on April 1, 2025.

From DreamWorks Animation – creators of How to Train Your Dragon and The Wild Robot – comes the canine crime-fighting film adaptation of Dav Pilkey’s literary phenomenon: DOG MAN. When a faithful police dog and his human police officer owner are injured on the job, a harebrained surgery fuses the two of them together and Dog Man is born! As he embraces his new identity and strives to impress his Chief (Lil Rel Howery, Get Out), Dog Man must stop the villainous Petey the Cat (Pete Davidson, “Saturday Night Live”) from cloning himself and creating an evil kitten, doubling his evil abilities. The story takes a turn when the kitten forges an unexpected bond with Dog Man and in the process, they discover the power of family to bring even the most hostile foes together.

EXCLUSIVE BONUS FEATURES WHEN YOU PURCHASE AT PARTICIPATING RETAILERS:

• DELETED AND EXTENDED SCENES WITH INTRODUCTIONS BY SCREENWRITER/DIRECTOR PETER HASTINGS 
• Sewer Ball Chase 
• Petey Robs Bank of Jim 
• Li’l Petey Adoption People 
• Petey Puppet Time 
• Dog Man Chopper Hang Glider 
• Revenge of the Bank of Jim 
• Butler Business
•  Flippy in Jail 
• Epilogue 
• MEET THE PACK: Go behind the scenes of the DOG MAN recording sessions as we meet the actors who brought the characters to life and watch them perform some of their silliest lines! 
• THE MAKING OF DOG MAN: A SARAH HATOFF EXCLUSIVE: Ace reporter Sarah Hatoff delivers a special report on the making of DOG MAN! Learn about the story, characters, and comic book animation behind Dog Man’s big screen debut! 
• HOWL TO DRAW FLIP-O-RAMA STYLE: Join head of story Anthony Zierhut as he teaches how to draw Dog Man, Petey, and Li’l Petey, then learn how to transform your drawings into a Flip-O-Rama! 
• HOWL TO MAKE DOUGHNUTS FOR DOGS: Police officers and dogs both love one thing…doughnuts! We’ll show you how to make your own Fido-friendly doughnuts for your canine best friend. 
• FEATURE COMMENTARY WITH SCREENWRITER/DIRECTOR PETER HASTINGS

For more information, visit dreamworksdogman.com

THE FORBIDDEN KINGDOM STEELBOOK

A MARTIAL ARTS EXPLOSION! Individually, they’ve starred in the most adrenaline-pumping martial arts adventures ever. Together for the first time, Jet Li and Jackie Chan join forces to create the greatest epic of them all – The Forbidden Kingdom. As ancient Chinese warriors, they must train and mentor a 21st-century kung fu fanatic who’s been summoned to fight a centuries-old battle and free the imprisoned Monkey King. If you’re a fighting fan, the wait is over. The team is ready. The Kingdom has arrived.

You can visit The Forbidden Kingdom beginning February 25 when this movie from Lionsgate will be available from Amazon.com with a steelbook release to add to home video entertainment collections. The Forbidden Kingdom is rated PG-13 by the Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA) with a run time of 1 hour and 44 minutes.

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TRANSFORMERS ONE COMES TO HOME VIDEO

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The animated movie TRANSFORMERS ONE shows that the history of archnemesis Optimus Prime and Megatron is more than meets the eye. These robots have been battling each other through comic books, movies, tv shows and the pretend play of kids ever since Hasbro introduced them as toys in 1984. Learn the origin stories of the Autobots and Decepticons in this first-ever fully CG-animated Transformers movie that is now available to add to your home entertainment video library via Digital and will be released December 17 on physical media [4K Ultra HD, Blu-Ray and DVD]. TRANSFORMERS ONE is rated PG by the Motion Picture Association of America [MPAA] for sci-fi violence and animated action.

As an 80s kid, I grew up playing with Hasbro's Transformer toys and watching the cartoons based upon them that aired on Saturday mornings. My kids have grown up loving Michael Bay's blockbuster Hollywood productions and being thrilled by the Universal Studios amusement park ride that immerses people in a battle between the Autobots and Decepticons. So, we all appreciated having a family movie night watching a Transformers flick. 

While TRANSFORMERS ONE is an animated movie, it still has a star-studded cast featuring a lot of familiar voices. The movie features the voices of Chris Hemsworth, Brian Tyree Henry, Scarlett Johansson, Keegan-Michael Key, Steve Buscemi, Laurence Fishburne and Jon Hamm. Can you pick out who is who while watching the movie?

Directed by Josh Cooley, TRANSFORMERS ONE is the untold origin story of Optimus Prime and Megatron, better known as sworn enemies, but once were friends bonded like brothers who changed the fate of Cybertron forever. Originally humble work bots that can't transform, the two evolve to become some of the most powerful Transformers ever. But how do they become such hated adversaries? You'll have to watch the movie to find out!

What I can say is that my family had an entertaining evening watching the movie. Therefore, TRANSFORMERS ONE earns a Geek Daddy nod of approval. Whether a long-time fan or new to this franchise, TRANSFORMERS ONE rolls out a fun science fiction adventure that makes an exciting starting point for future stories featuring these robotic heroes and villains. Being that whether you are 50 or 5 years old TRANSFORMERS ONE has an all ages appeal making it attractive to different generations and therefore a great selection to have everyone in the family geeked about watching it for a movie night.

BEETLEJUICE BEETLEJUICE HOME VIDEO RELEASE

Beetlejuice is back! In this year's sequel to the hit 1988 movie Beetlejuice, we find three generations of the Deetz family returning home to Winter River after an unexpected family tragedy. Still haunted by Beetlejuice, Lydia's life soon gets turned upside down when her rebellious teenage daughter discovers a mysterious portal to the afterlife. When someone says Beetlejuice's name three times, the mischievous demon gleefully returns to unleash his very own brand of mayhem. Beetlejuice Beetlejuice landed in movie theaters in September and is now making its way to home video.

Beetlejuice Beetlejuice is available now to purchase in Digital format and for 48-hour rental via PVOD on participating digital platforms where you purchase or rent movies, including Amazon Prime Video, AppleTV, Google Play, Fandango at Home, and more. On November 19, Beetlejuice Beetlejuice will be available to own on 4K UHD, Blu-ray and DVD. On November 1, an American Sign Language (ASL) version of the film will also be available on Digital. Are you geeked about adding Beetlejuice Beetlejuice to your home entertainment video collection?

In Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, Michael Keaton returns to his iconic Beetlejuice role alongside Oscar nominee Winona Ryder (Stranger Things, Little Women) as Lydia Deetz and two-time Emmy winner Catherine O’Hara (Schitt's Creek, The Nightmare Before Christmas) as Delia Deetz, with new cast members Justin Theroux (Star Wars: Episode VIII – The Last Jedi, The Leftovers), Monica Bellucci (Spectre, The Matrix films), Arthur Conti (House of the Dragon) in his feature film debut, with Emmy nominee Jenna Ortega (Wednesday, Scream VI) as Lydia’s daughter, Astrid, and Oscar nominee Willem Dafoe (Poor Things, At Eternity’s Gate). The horror comedy is rated PG-13 by the Motion Picture Association of America [MPAA] for violent content, macabre and bloody images, strong language, some suggestive material and brief drug use.

Bonus content that joins the movie with the home entertainment video release of Beetlejuice Beetlejuce includes the following featurettes:

• Beetlejuice Beetlejuice Commentary by director Tim Burton
• The Juice is Loose! The Making of Beetlejuice Beetlejuice
• The Ghost with the Most: Beetlejuice Returns
•  Meet the Deetz
•  Handbook for the Recently Deceased
•  Shrinkers, Shrinkers Everywhere!
•  An Animated Afterlife: The Stop-Motion Art of Beetlejuice Beetlejuice
•  ‘Til Death Do Us Park

TWISTERS WHIRLS ONTO DIGITAL PLATFORMS

Chase. Ride. Survive. Brace yourself for a wild ride into the eye of the storm, this time from the comfort of your home. As the chase of the summer continues to unfold in theaters, TWISTERS is now available exclusively on digital platforms to own or rent from Universal Pictures Home Entertainment. This summer blockbuster that is following the path of 1996's hit motion picture TWISTER has earned a Certified Fresh designation on Rotten Tomatoes and an A- CinemaScore, becoming the best opening ever for a Hollywood disaster film. TWISTERS is an adrenaline-pumping, thrilling experience that puts you in direct contact with one of nature’s most destructive forces. When adding this flick to your home entertainment video library it includes, in addition to the feature presentation, a never-before-seen gag reel and deleted scenes, when you purchase from participating retailers nationwide including Apple TV, Fandango at Home (formerly Vudu), Comcast Xfinity, Cox and Microsoft Movies & TV. TWISTERS is rated PG-13 by the Motion Picture Association of America [MPAA] for intense action and peril, some language and injury images.

Starting August 13, 2024 buying or renting on Digital is the only way to watch TWISTERS at home while the movie is still in theaters. And a lucky Geek Daddy reader will be able to add TWISTERS to their home entertainment video library courtesy of Universal Pictures Home Entertainment. One lucky participant in this giveaway who submits an eligible entry in the Rafflecopter form below will be selected to receive a Movies Anywhere digital code for TWISTERS. Entries need to be submitted before 11:59 pm ET on August 18, 2024. Must be over 18 years old and a United States resident to participate in this promotion. Good luck!

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Directed by Lee Isaac Chung [Minari], TWISTERS brings back the blockbuster disaster epic with a whirlwind of heart-stopping action and exhilarating thrills. Ever since a devastating tornado encounter, Kate (Daisy Edgar-Jones) gave up chasing storms across the Oklahoma prairie to safely study them on screens in New York City. Lured back to the field by her friend Javi (Anthony Ramos) and a once-in-a-lifetime scientific opportunity, Kate crosses paths with Tyler (Glen Powell), a charming daredevil and self-proclaimed tornado wrangler whose thirst for tornado-tracking adventures made him a social media sensation. As storm season intensifies with terrifying phenomena unlike anything seen before, Kate and Tyler realize they may need to work together if they are to have any chance of taming, and surviving, an unprecedented outbreak of destructive tornados.

KINDS OF KINDNESS HOME ENTERTAINMENT RELEASES

Filled with unpredictability and intrigue, Searchlight Pictures’ Kinds of Kindness arrives on digital retailer platforms on August 27 and then on Blu-ray and DVD on October 8, 2024. The movie is a triptych fable following a man without choice who tries to take control of his own life, a policeman who is alarmed that his wife who was missing-at-sea has returned and seems a different person, and a woman determined to find a specific someone with a special ability who is destined to become a prodigious spiritual leader. Kinds of Kindness won the 2024 Cannes Film Festival Best Actor Award for Jesse Plemons.

The home entertainment release of Kinds of Kindness includes a bonus featurette and deleted scenes.&nbsp In the "It Takes All Kinds: The Vision of Kinds of Kindness" featurette, join cast and crew for a behind-the-scenes look at this unique triptych story written by Yorgos Lanthimos and Efthimis Filippou. See how the sets, costumes, cinematography and music amplify the film's themes, and discover — maybe — what RMF stands for. 

This movie features actors Emma Stone, Jesse Plemons, Willem Dafoe, Margaret Qualley, Ruth Hong Chau , Joe Alywn, Joseph Mamoudou Athie and Hunter Schafer. Kinds of Kindness is rated R by the Motion Picture Association of America.

KINGDOM OF THE PLANET OF THE APES HOME VIDEO RELEASE DATES

When I saw 20th Century Studios' Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes on the big screen back in May, found this science fiction flick to be visually stunning highlighting the extraordinary evolution of CGI compared to physical props of original 1968 Planet of the Apes movie that kicked off the franchise. So, I was geeked when the studio provided me with the 4K digital edition of the movie to promote the film's home entertainment video release. What a wonderful day that Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes was released today (July 9, 2024) in digital format on major online platforms including Movies Anywhere, Apple TV, Fandango at Home [formerly Vudu] and Prime Video to add to your home entertainment video library. Fans of physical media will also delight in knowing that it will be available in 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray and DVD with a home video release date for those formats of August 27.

Director Wes Ball breathes new life into the global, epic franchise with this action- adventure spectacle. Set several generations in the future following Caesar’s reign, apes are living harmoniously as the dominant species — and humans have been reduced to living in the shadows. As a new tyrannical ape leader builds his empire, one young ape undertakes a harrowing journey that will cause him to question all that he has known about the past and to make choices that will define a future for apes and humans alike. Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes is rated PG-13 by the Motion Picture Association of America [MPAA] and has a runtime of 145 minutes (2 hours and 25 minutes).

Bonus content included with the home video release of Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes includes the following:

• Inside the Forbidden Zone: Making Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes Join director Wes Ball, cast and crew as they expand the Planet of the Apes legacy for a new generation. Travel to the outdoor production in Australia, train at Ape School, and discover the practical and motion capture techniques in building a breathtaking Kingdom. 
• 14 Deleted/Extended Scenes with optional audio commentary by director Wes Ball *Bonus features may vary by product and retailer

Additionally, the 4K home video formats include “Inside the Lens: The Raw Cut,” a full-length alternative cut with a split-screen comparison between the final cut of the film and a version with unfinished VFX with optional audio commentary by director Wes Ball, editor Dan Zimmerman and VFX supervisor Erik Winquist. The never- before-seen alternate cut gives fans a unique opportunity to see the actors’ performances before the visual effects were completed.

A collectible limited edition SteelBook® with custom artwork by artist Dylan Cole will be available in the 4K Ultra HD disc format. For those people who haven't seen the previous films in the franchise there will be a special Planet of the Apes 10 film bundle available for $100 on Digital at select retailers. 

Certified FRESH by Rotten Tomatoes, Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes swinging into homes will make for some entertaining family movie nights. The film has earned a Geek Daddy nod of approval for its cutting edge special effects that transport you into a realm of Hollywood magic providing a fun sci-fi adventure romp through the Planet of the Apes.

TRUE DETECTIVE: NIGHT COUNTRY ON BLU-RAY AND DVD

Warner Bros Home Entertainment provided ageekdaddy.com with a free Blu-ray of True Detective: Night Country

Get on the case and catch up on all the clues in Season 4 of HBO's Emmy Award-winning television series, TRUE DETECTIVE. True Detective: Night Country will be available to add to your home entertainment video library on July 9, 2024 via Blu-ray, DVD and Digital formats. Fans and newcomers alike can binge on all 6 thrilling episodes from Season 4 of True Detective while they search for answers and go behind the scenes with bonus content.

In True Detective: Night Country, when the long winter night falls in Ennis, Alaska, the eight men who operate the Tsalal Artic Research Station vanish. To solve the case, detectives Liz Danvers (Jodie Foster) and Evangeline Navarro (Kali Reis) will have to confront the darkness they carry in themselves, and dig into the haunted truths that lie buried under the eternal ice. Season 4 of the hit HBO series in rated TV-MA and its six episodes have a total runtime of 364 minutes.

The home video release of True Detective: Night Country includes the following bonus content:

• Meet the True Detectives - Cast Q &A;
• New Chapter - Issa Lopez (Showrunner / Writer / Director) and cast discuss Night Country's unique role in the True Detective franchise;
• Exploring Indigenous Themes - Delve into Alaska Native culture and how it has contributed to the show;
• Max Inkblots - Get to know cast through show-themed inkblot interpretations;
• Setting Featurette - Sets up Alaska as a pivotal character in the story;
• Atmospheric Teases - Social environmental shots to tease key moments from the series.

GHOSTBUSTERS FROZEN EMPIRE HOME VIDEO RELEASE

Thank you to Sony Pictures Home Entertainment for providing this Geek Daddy with a Blu-ray + DVD + Digital combo pack of the home video release of GHOSTBUSTERS: FROZEN EMPIRE so my family could have a fun family movie night this weekend. Now available to add to your home entertainment video library is the theatrical release of the fourth installment of the Ghostbusters movie franchise complimented by the inclusion of over an hour of extras including deleted scenes and behind the scenes making of the film features.

In Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire, the Spengler family returns to where it all started -- the iconic New York City firehouse -- to team up with the original Ghostbusters, who've developed a top-secret research lab. But when the discovery of an ancient artifact unleashes an evil force, Ghostbusters new and old must join forces to protect their home and save the world from a second Ice Age.

Directed by Gil Kenan, Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire features Paul Rudd, Carrie Coon, Finn Wolfhard, McKenna Grace, Kumail Nanjiani, Patton Oswalt, Dan Aykroyd, Ernie Hudson, Bill Murray and Annie Potts. The movie is rated PG-13 by the Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA) for supernatural action/violence, language and suggestive references. Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire has a run time of 115 minutes.

In addition to the featured presentation, the 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray and Digital home video release of the movie includes the following bonus content:

• Deleted & Extended Scenes;
• Easter Eggs Unleashed;
• Return to the Firehouse: Making Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire;
• Busted: Capturing the Ghosts of Frozen Empire;
• Manifesting Garraka;
• New York, New Gear;
• Welcome to the Paranormal Discovery Center;
• Knowing the Score;
• Commentary with Director/Co-Writer Gil Kenan

In addition to the complimentary Blu-ray + DVD + Digital combo pack received by ageekdaddy.com, Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire is also available in a 4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray + Digital combo pack. For collectors of physical media, the film is also available in WALMART exclusive steelbook cases.

There is also a limited edition 2-movie giftset with both Afterlife and Frozen Empire on 4K, Blu-ray and Digital packaged with a Ghostbusters ice mold for making some out of the ordinary ice cubes.

Who you going to call for a spooktacular family movie night? Ghostbusters! 

ARTHUR THE KING

Available now to add to your home entertainment video library is ARTHUR THE KING from Lions Gate Entertainment starring Academy Award® nominee Mark Wahlberg (2006, Best Supporting Actor, The Departed). Rated PG-13 by the Motion Picture Association of America Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA) for some strong language, ARTHUR THE KING is a great selection for a family movie night. Based upon the emotional true story of adventure racer Mikael Lindnord and Arthur, the dog that changed his life, can be purchased on Blu-ray, DVD and Digital. 

In ARTHUR THE KING, an unbreakable bond is forged between a pro adventure racer named Michael Light (Mark Wahlberg) and a scrappy street dog companion dubbed Arthur over the course of a grueling 10-day, 435-mile racecourse. Desperate for one last chance to win, Light convinces a sponsor to back him and a team of athletes for the Adventure Racing World Championship in the Dominican Republic. Pushing the team to the outer limits of endurance and sacrifice, Arthur redefines what victory, loyalty, and friendship truly mean.

Thank you to Lions Gate for providing this Geek Daddy an ARTHUR THE KING Blu-ray for a family movie night plus another one to giveaway on ageekdaddy.com. One randomly selected entrant from the rafflecopter entries below will get their own Blu-ray of the film to enjoy. Submit your entries by 11:59 pm ET on Sunday, June 2, 2024. Must be a United States resident over 18 years old to participate in this promotion. Lions Gate Entertainment is responsible for the delivery of the giveaway prize not this blog.

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Home video releases are known for their bonus content beyond the featured presentation and ARTHUR KING includes the following:

• Audio Commentary with Director Simon Cellan Jones and Author Mikael Lindnord;
• Audio Commentary with Producers Tucker Tooley and Tessa Tooley;
• Audio Commentary with Producer Mark Canton and Executive Producer Dorothy Canton;
• “Finding Arthur” featurette;
• “A Love Letter to Arthur” featurette;
• “A Dog’s Journey: Making Arthur the King” featurette;
•  Mark Wahlberg and Best Friends Animal Society;
•  Theatrical Trailer

Additionally, consumers who purchase or rent the movie from Fandango receive a Home Exclusive Featurette – “Adventure Racing: On Set”.

For more information about the film, visit arthurtheking.movie

THE FIRST OMEN EMERGES ON HOME VIDEO

Summer nights are a terror-ific time to stay up late being spooked out by a horror movie. Just as summer has arrived, so has 20th Century Studios’ The First Omen. The horror flick is now available to purchase from all major digital retailers including Prime Video, Apple TV, and Fandango at Home; will be available to stream May 30 on Hulu; and is being released July 30 on Blu-ray and DVD. The First Omen is rated R by the Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA).

In this psychological horror prequel to the classic Omen films, a young American woman is sent to Rome to begin a life of service to the church. Soon, she encounters a darkness that causes her to question her faith, and that reveals a terrifying conspiracy to bring about the birth of evil incarnate. The First Omen stars Nell Tiger Free (Servant), Tawfeek Barhom (Mary Magdalene), Sonia Braga (Kiss of the Spider Woman), Ralph Ineson (The Northman) and Bill Nighy (Living). The film is directed by Arkasha Stevenson based on characters created by David Seltzer (The Omen), with a story by Ben Jacoby (Bleed) and a screenplay by Tim Smith & Arkasha Stevenson and Keith Thomas (Firestarter).

Bonus content included with this home video release includes the following featurettes:

• The Mystery of Margaret – Join director Arkasha Stevenson and stars Nell Tiger Free, Bill Nighy and Maria Caballero as they dive into the character of Margaret, her relationships with other characters, and how she’s manipulated while trying to solve the film’s horrifying mystery. 

•  The Director’s Vision – Director Arkasha Stevenson talks about her love of horror films, the opportunity to expand on The Omen legacy, and crafting The First Omen entirely through a female lens. She also describes shooting in Rome, and the cast recounts working with Arkasha. 

•  Signs of The First Omen – Join the director and talented artists as they reveal some of the symbolism within the set designs and the costumes. Learn how the use of practical effects blurs the line between what is real and what is not in The First Omen’s terrifying world.