The official "Is this title coming on Blu-ray?" thread

[Danno]

Originally Posted by BigB88

Yes, Raiders is Paramount, but not subject to the HD-DVD exclusivity deal and Planet of the Apes (both new and old) are 20th Century Fox. I would expect them both to be released sometime in mid 2008, once Blu Ray wins out.

I would expect Raiders and the rest of the Indy movies in around May 2008, to coincide with the release of Indiana Jones and the City of Gods in theaters.

Lucas is keen on tying home release schedules to theater releases like that.

[glenn22]

Originally Posted by Danno

I would expect Raiders and the rest of the Indy movies in around May 2008, to coincide with the release of Indiana Jones and the City of Gods in theaters.

Lucas is keen on tying home release schedules to theater releases like that.

You're probably right, but it's not just George Lucas that likes that, the studios like it also. If they release it at the same time as the newest sequel, people are far more likely to buy the prequels as well.

In case people didn't understand the above comment about it being paramount and not subject to the exclusivity agreement, its because the Indiana Jones movies are directed by Steven Spielberg and in the agreement his movies are specifically exempt.

[Copywriter]

Movies I'd love to see on Blu.

The Aviator
Memphis Belle
The Neverending Story
Goonies
The Princess Bride

Series:

Lost (Didn't watch this last season, so I'm anxious)

[jamclaur]

What about

brokeback mountain
the island

for blu-ray?

[BStecke]

Originally Posted by Danno

I would expect Raiders and the rest of the Indy movies in around May 2008, to coincide with the release of Indiana Jones and the City of Gods in theaters.

Lucas is keen on tying home release schedules to theater releases like that.

Since when did Indy 4 have an official title?

[MovieMan19]

Paramount was asked specifically about the Indiana Jones trilogy when the Paramount/DreamWorks deal happened and they said they would have to release it on both Blu-Ray & HD-DVD due to Spielberg wanting to support Blu-Ray. I think the article was on highdefdigest.com. They didn't mention a date but it would make sense it would be sometime next year and based on all indications would be format neutral.

[videonut]

Does anyone now if "The Illusionist" is coming to blu-ray. I love this movie but want it in HD.

[jamclaur]

no pan's lab on blu for our region???

[tron3]

Terminator 3? Would like to pick this up as a trilogy set. The suspense is killing me.

I'm going to future about 3 years and picking up all the movies I want NOW, and then some. Ghoster Rider 2, Spider-man 4, Iron Man, The 6th Element.

[DJeffries]

I'd love to see Young Frankenstein come to BLu-ray. Never picked up the DVD as the original was not anamorphic.

[LynxFX]

Any word if Fox is bring The Edge to Blu-ray? I love this movie. I caught it on HD on HBO and it looked pretty good. It is filled with tons of scenic shots that is perfect for HD.

[Venom2113]

I really want Batman Begins.

[yankeedawg21]

Is Star Trek: First Contact coming on blu ray? I kno Star Trek is Paramount but according to Pioneer Electronics its being released by Sony heres the link. http://www.pioneerelectronics.com/pn...705325,00.html

[videonut]

Has anyone heard anything about "The Illusionist" on blu-ray?

[domerdel]

Monsters Inc? The Incredibles?

Here's my wishlist below (but they are most likely hd-dvd exclusives)
Paramount
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Braveheart



Dreamworks Video
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Gladiator
Saving Private Ryan
Transformers
War of the Worlds
The Ring


Universal
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A Beautiful Mind


Miramax
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Finding Neverland


New Line Cinema
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Lord of the Rings

[pcexpert12]

Originally Posted by Blue View Post
HD-DVD is a Great improvement over DVD, but why settle for second best?

[pcexpert12]

Originally said by tron3, but I AGREE:
Because of Blu-ray, I now hold DVD with nearly the same disdain as I have for VHS.

[ifg]

Hi I just saw this was recently posted in another forum from a industy insider stating that the Simpsons Movie will be out on blu in December day and date with the DVD. Check it out:

http://forums.highdefdigest.com/showthread.php?t=16399

[ryanpatrick]

I know it's already out on HD DVD but, is there any chance at The Big Lebowski coming out on Blu?

[Grisle]

Originally Posted by Venom2113

I really want Batman Begins.

Of Course! Who doesn't...please don't answer if you don't.

Does anyone know if "The King of Kong" will be released on BD? I couldn't find the company distributing the film...did Acclaim put it out? Did anyone happen to see it and if so what are your thoughts? It looked really funny to me!