The First Omen (2024)

[Pieter V]

The First Omen | Trailer | Available on May 28 and on Blu-ray and DVD July 30 - YouTube

BURBANK, CA (May 13, 2024) – Witness the birth of evil when 20th Century Studios’ The First Omenarrives on Hulu on May 30. Directed by Arkasha Stevenson and Certified-Fresh on Rotten Tomatoes™, The First Omen is a prequel to the classic horror film franchise that has been described as “death-fully intense” (Witney Seibold, Slash Film), “truly petrifying” (Daisy Phillipson, Dexerto) and “the best horror movie of the year” (Witney Seibold, Slash Film).

Set in 1971 and starring Nell Tiger Free (Game of Thrones) as American nun-to-be Margaret, who’s traveling to Rome to take the veil, The First Omen reveals the horrific events leading up to Damien’s inception. Fans can delve deeper into the franchise with exclusive behind-the-scenes bonus features when the film arrives on digital retailer platforms including Prime Video, Apple TV and Fandango at Home on May 28 and on Blu-ray and DVD July 30.

Horror fans can relive the cult classics with all five Omen films available to stream now on Hulu.

Film Synopsis
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 Features*
Featurette

• 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.

Product Specifications
Release Date
Digital: May 28, 2024
Streaming: May 30, 2024
Physical: July 30, 2024

Product SKUs
Digital: 4K UHD, HD, SD plus a 2-Movie Bundle (The Omen + The First Omen)
Physical: Blu-ray (Blu-ray + Digital Code) & DVD

Feature Run Time
Approx. 119 minutes

Rating
U.S. Rated R
*Rated R for violent content, grisly/disturbing images, and brief graphic nudity

Aspect Ratio
Digital: 1.85:1
Physical: 1.85:1

Disc Size
Blu-ray: 50GB
DVD: 8.5GB

U.S. Audio
Blu-ray: English 7.1 DTS-HDMA and 2.0 Dolby Digital Descriptive Audio, Spanish and French 5.1 Dolby Digital
DVD: English, Spanish and French 5.1 Dolby Digital, English 2.0 Dolby Digital Descriptive Audio
Digital: English Dolby Atmos (UHD only, some platforms), English 7.1, 5.1 & 2.0 Dolby Digital, Spanish 5.1 & 2.0 Dolby Digital, French 7.1, 5.1 & 2.0 Dolby Digital, English Descriptive Audio 2.0 Dolby Digital (some platforms)

U.S. Subtitles
Blu-ray: English SDH, Spanish, French
DVD: English SDH, Spanish, French
Digital: English SDH, French, Spanish (some platforms)

Bonus features are 18 minutes in length.

[DR Herbert West]

Day 666

[RevolverOcelScott]

Was really hoping for a 4K release, guess I will not be purchasing.

[ElectricWarlock]

Very exciting. I am glad to see this is getting a physical release because you never know in this day and age. It's a 50/50 chance. I will be pre-ordering as soon as I see a link posted.

[MifuneFan]

Interesting artwork. Got Bride of Frankenstein vibes.

[-JKR-]

Isn't this supposed to be the first Disney title that Sony Pictures releases, that some thought would "mark the change of how Disney titles are treated on physical media forever"?

[Spencer_Kain92]

Would have loved a 4K but I’m just glad it’s getting a release. Loved it so a day one purchase for me.

[Driver78]

I don't see a SONY logo on that spine.

[RevolverOcelScott]

Originally Posted by -JKR-

Isn't this supposed to be the first Disney title that Sony Pictures releases, that some thought would "mark the change of how Disney titles are treated on physical media forever"?

I was cautiously optimistic, so not too disappointed when this is what we get.

[steve_dave]

Originally Posted by -JKR-

Isn't this supposed to be the first Disney title that Sony Pictures releases, that some thought would "mark the change of how Disney titles are treated on physical media forever"?

Originally Posted by Bolty

Yes, does anything about this announcement indicate a change in how Disney was handling physical releases?

It does not surprise me it is Blu-ray and DVD only under SPHE, I mean look at Insidious: The Red Door and Thanksgiving. Not only that but No Hard Feelings and Anyone But You.

I’m sure Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes will get a 4K release.

Oh, and there is a subtle change under SPHE, the window between digital on demand and physical is a month now. Usually Disney only gave two weeks between VOD and physical.

[MifuneFan]

Sony aren't deciding anything, so like Poor Things, it's Disney calling the shots of doing a BD only release.

[BluProofie]

Just glad to get it on blu as it’s one of my favorites of the year so far. If only we could get Barbarian and The Empty Man.

[Ulisez]

Looking at the tech specs and I see this being another Only The Brave situation were the 4k is exclusive to digital and the physical release is Blu-Ray and DVD.

[-JKR-]

Originally Posted by MifuneFan

Sony aren't deciding anything, so like Poor Things, it's Disney calling the shots of doing a BD only release.

That was my point.

[Steedeel]

Hoping for a U.K. release confirmation soon. This and Immaculate should make a great double bill.

[Zivouhr]

Originally Posted by ElectricWarlock

Very exciting. I am glad to see this is getting a physical release because you never know in this day and age. It's a 50/50 chance. I will be pre-ordering as soon as I see a link posted.

That is true. Purchase the ones you really like to show support on release day when possible, as the industry has shifted to favor digital unfortunately. I remember the days when commercials on TV would say "On DVD, blu ray".... Now it's "On digital" and no mention of any disc format.

[Steedeel]

Originally Posted by Zivouhr

That is true. Purchase the ones you really like to show support on release day when possible, as the industry has shifted to favor digital unfortunately. I remember the days when commercials on TV would say "On DVD, blu ray".... Now it's "On digital" and no mention of any disc format.

Which is only growing by very small single digits per year, so it’s far from the cash cow DVD was, heck I think it might even flatline this year.

It seems ownership in general is becoming a thing of the past, but I honestly can’t see the logic in investing in digital copies. At least with disc, it can’t be removed or altered.

Disc has always been the best option for those that love film and enjoy many repeat viewings.

[jimcorenson]

Noice getting that Blu-Ray Day 1 its setting up The classic OMEN movie perfectly imo.

[DukeTogo84]

Originally Posted by BluProofie

If only we could get Barbarian and The Empty Man.

I could have swore the director said a disc release was coming, but that was awhile ago.

[BluPat]

Day 1. Glad to support physical media and I love the "Omen" franchise.