The Golden Child (1986) Coming Soon from Paramount!

[MifuneFan]

Update: The Golden Child will finally be released on December 1st.

Newly remastered from a 4K film transfer under the supervision of director Michael Ritchie, this hit action-comedy comes to Blu-ray for the first time as part of the Paramount Presents line. The limited-edition Paramount Presents Blu-ray Disc is presented in collectible packaging that includes a foldout image of the film’s theatrical poster and an interior spread with key movie moments. The film will also be available on 4K Ultra HD Digital.

Eddie Murphy is “the Chosen One,” a social worker on a madcap mission to find “the Golden Child,” a young boy possessing mystical powers. Joined by Kee Nang (Charlotte Lewis), they’ll battle the countless henchmen of Sardo Numspa (Charles Dance), the mysterious and evil cult leader holding the boy captive. It’s a dangerous quest, complete with obstacle courses and a mythical amulet, sharply combining Murphy’s wit with eye-popping special effects for an unforgettable adventure.

The Paramount Presents Blu-ray includes a new featurette on the Making of The Golden Child, as well as access to a Digital copy of the film and the theatrical trailer.

Original post:

Paramount has announced a new line called "Paramount Presents" and among the titles they'll be releasing is the long-waited and cult-favorite The Golden Child, starring Eddie Murphy. This is one of my favorite movies from my childhood, I'm so happy it's finally getting a release.

Paramount Pictures announced today that it will introduce a new “Paramount Presents” label to recognize and celebrate films from the studio’s vast and storied library.* The “Paramount Presents” banner will be used for a new line of collectible Blu-ray Discs™ incorporating a curated selection of enduringly popular movies, as well as films that had a cultural impact upon their release.* The* label will also be used to bring classic films to select theaters for limited theatrical runs so audiences can experience them again on the big screen.

“Paramount’s library represents over a century of filmmaking and includes some of the greatest films in cinematic history,” said Bob Buchi, president, worldwide home media distribution, Paramount Pictures.* “We look forward to opening the vault and sharing some of our most treasured films with fans under the new ‘Paramount Presents’ banner, both in theaters and in our new Blu-ray collection, which has been crafted to offer something special to casual fans, dedicated film enthusiasts, and collectors.” Designed for fans and film lovers, the new line of “Paramount Presents” Blu-ray Discs will include a diverse and eclectic array of films spanning all genres.* The new collection will return each title to the spotlight with meticulously remastered releases that include brand new bonus content focused on the filmmakers. Presented in collectible packaging that includes a foldout image of the original movie poster and interior artwork featuring key movie moments, each Blu-ray in the Paramount Presents line features new interviews with filmmakers and/or celebrated film historian Leonard Maltin.

“Movies have the power to hold a mirror up to the world.* Sometimes they make us think about big issues and sometimes they simply reflect the times in which they were made,” said Maltin.* “The ‘Paramount Presents’ banner encompasses a wide array of films that are worth revisiting because they captured something unique that resonated with audiences.* Whether you’re watching them for the first time or the hundredth, you will see why these films have stood the test of time.” The first three films in the “Paramount Presents” Blu-ray line will be the unforgettable phenomenon Fatal Attraction, which has been remastered under the supervision of director Adrian Lyne; 1958’s acclaimed Elvis Presley drama King Creole; and director Alfred Hitchcock’s intoxicating romantic thriller To Catch A Thief, which celebrates its 65th anniversary this year.* All three titles will be available beginning* April 21, 2020.* Fatal Attraction will also have a limited theatrical release in 2020 (details to be announced at a later date). Additional titles scheduled to be released as part of the “Paramount Presents” Blu-ray line include newly remastered editions of Flashdance, Airplane!, and Ghost, as well as several titles arriving on Blu-ray for the first time ever, including Pretty In Pink and The Golden Child.*

Credit to kyloren

[Stanis]

I want the Knife!

[movieben1138]

As long as they are genuine pressed discs and not bd-r like several of their recent catalog releases, I'm in!

[klauswhereareyou]

Originally Posted by movieben1138

As long as they are genuine pressed discs and not bd-r like several of their recent catalog releases, I'm in!

Yeah I'd hope if they're doing this for the "collectors market" they would know that most collectors avoid bd-r discs.

[infiniteCR]

lol i was just talking about this title within the past few weeks.


Wait, so are they remastering Ghost as well? I'll take that too!

[tonylopez]

I say, I - I - I, I, I want the bluray.

[meremortal]

Got this on Vudu through d2d, but it's a childhood favorite that I'd love to upgrade.

[Ant1010]

Summer School better be in this "line"

[levcore]

Love this movie, always felt like it should be watched back to back with Big Trouble in Little China.

[Luke Dodge748]

Wow man this is such great news! Thank you for that!

[revoloution]

Hopefully we'll get Another 48 hours too

[HD Goofnut]

[Pete Rock]

Originally Posted by revoloution

Hopefully we'll get Another 48 hours too

I actually hope Shout Factory gets the 48 hours movies for a double feature. Another 48 hours needs a director's cut and Shout could probably help Walter Hill make that a reality.

[Dragon78]

It's about time.

[PipesDonatello]

Speaking of Walter Hill, hopefully Paramount will give us the theatrical version of The Warriors with this new line.

[Michael24]

Excellent news! This has been one of my most-wanted Blu-ray titles. For years I've been stuck with the original DVD in 4:3 and even the re-issues in the last several years were still the same old crappy non-Anamorphic transfer. So glad to hear this is finally coming to HD.

Day One!

[DukeTogo84]

About time. Hopefully, Another 48 Hrs. isn't too far behind.

[AKORIS]

Originally Posted by revoloution

Hopefully we'll get Another 48 hours too

Originally Posted by DukeTogo84

About time. Hopefully, Another 48 Hrs. isn't too far behind.

I like Another 48 Hrs, I want Another 48 Hrs... but what I really want is a new, remastered version of the original 48 Hrs!

[50strat54]

Originally Posted by tonylopez

I say, I - I - I, I, I want the bluray.

That scene had me laughing on the floor!

This is one of Eddie's good ones.

[RCRochester]

Originally Posted by tonylopez

I say, I - I - I, I, I want the bluray.

This better include a mini-reproduction of Chunky Asses magazine or no sale from me.