Child's Play (1988) (Collector's Edition)

[LawnFurniture]

While I'm excited about this release, this is the 4th time I've bought this movie on DVD/Blu-ray. -_-

[goodnitesteve]

Funny, I was just saying yesterday that I hope we heard about Child's Play coming soon, unfortuntately, I would have preferred Part 2 and 3 as the first one already has a decent release. The only thing about the MGM release is that it doesn't have anything with Tom Holland because I think he has a strained relationship with the studio or whoever was producing the extras back in 2008. I'm glad they got him for this, please let 2 and 3 be coming soon down the line.

[Goldensuitcase]

Now that's a nice cover! And I for one am very excited about this release. I have yet to purchase this and have always loved the film.

Good job, SCREAM.

[goodnitesteve]

If they find the deleted scenes, this will be the definitive edition.

[RandyK]

Lower MSRP than normal. I wouldn't expect a whole lot in terms of new extras but it's possible.

Skipping the deluxe set this time around. Don't care for the Good Guy art nor for the figure.

[starsteam]

First deluxe set I jumped on. Nice to hear that the posters will be rolled in a tube this time. I'll probably put the extra slip-case on my MGM CP blu-ray. Really curious about what will be on the second disc- those deleted scenes look juicy.

[goodnitesteve]

Originally Posted by starsteam

First deluxe set I jumped on. Nice to hear that the posters will be rolled in a tube this time. I'll probably put the extra slip-case on my MGM CP blu-ray. Really curious about what will be on the second disc- those deleted scenes look juicy.

Deleted scenes may be lost forever, but now that Tom Holland is involved he may be able to scrounge up a workprint that he has. There are alternative openings and endings apparently. Part 2 and 3 have numerous deleted scenes as well.

[Jay Mammoth]

Awesome art, and 2 disc so this should be stacked. Can't wait to see the new transfer.

[starsteam]

Originally Posted by goodnitesteve

Deleted scenes may be lost forever, but now that Tom Holland is involved he may be able to scrounge up a workprint that he has. There are alternative openings and endings apparently. Part 2 and 3 have numerous deleted scenes as well.

Wasn't the first cut of CP over two hours long? Would be amazing if they could dig that up.

I really hope Shout gets parts 2 and 3 later. The Universal set just didn't have enough difference for my to upgrade from my DVDs.

[gigan72]

I would jump on the limited but i'm a bit short of cash at the moment. Oh well, I'm not a mega fan of the film anyway and will still pick up the regular edition.

[TripleHBK]

Originally Posted by goodnitesteve

Deleted scenes may be lost forever, but now that Tom Holland is involved he may be able to scrounge up a workprint that he has. There are alternative openings and endings apparently. Part 2 and 3 have numerous deleted scenes as well.

There's very little left to be said and/or seen from part 1, however neither part 2 or 3 have ever had stacked editions so if/when they arrive those will be full of all sorts of goodness. Tv Cuts, Deleted Scenes, Alternate Takes, Commentaries, Trailers, even features on the merchandise and enduring legacy seem like easy things to throw on there.

[mca213]

Does shout charge your card right away for pre-orders?

[zbinks]

Originally Posted by RandyK

Lower MSRP than normal. I wouldn't expect a whole lot in terms of new extras but it's possible.

Skipping the deluxe set this time around. Don't care for the Good Guy art nor for the figure.

It's a 2-disc set according to the product listing. I think the somewhat lower MSRP on the standard set is being offset to some extent by the $59.99 pricetag on the deluxe set with the extra paraphenalia.

[TripleHBK]

Originally Posted by mca213

Does shout charge your card right away for pre-orders?

On shipment.

Edit: unless you pay with pay pal... then it's charged immediately.

[NoirFan]

Originally Posted by RodChester

This is the first of Screams deluxe releases where I really like the extra slipcover more than the regular one. I don't want anything to do with the figure though so hopefully there is an edition with the extra slip and no figure.

The Good Guy slip is absolutely brilliant but I don't particularly want a doll as well. (And I have no interest in the primary poster, although the Good Guy one would make an interesting addition to my horror 'lair'.) It appears as if there's no toy-free option though.

Edit: Are there any current Scream Factory site codes/discounts?

[rickah88]

Another SF beauty!
I might be a little creeped out by that doll sitting on my shelf!

[goodnitesteve]

**NEW TITLE ANNOUNCE: CHILD’S PLAY! Early Details + Limited Site-Exclusive NECA - N.E.C.A Doll Offer**
“Chucky” is back better than ever! We’re thrilled to reveal our plans today for the 1988 killer doll original classic of CHILD’S PLAY. Lots of info so please read the status update all the way through!
Official street date for the 2-disc Collector’s Edition Blu-ray is 10/18/16.
List of extras and specs at this time are as follows with more to be announced at a later date:
• NEW 2K scan of the interpositive
• NEW Audio Commentary with director Tom Holland
• Audio Commentary with Alex Vincent, Catherine Hicks and "Chucky" designer Kevin Yagher
• Audio Commentary with Producer David Kirschner and Screenwriter Don Mancini
• Select Scene Chucky Commentaries
• Evil Comes in Small Packages featuring interviews with Don Mancini, David Kirschner, John Lafia, Chris Sarandon, Brad Dourif, Catherine Hicks, Alex Vincent, Kevin Yagher (24 minutes)
• Chucky: Building a Nightmare featuring Kevin Yagher (10 minutes)
• A Monster Convention featuring Catherine Hicks, Alex Vincent and Chris Sarandon (5 minutes)
• Introducing Chucky: The Making of Child's Play Vintage Featurette (6 minutes)
• The Decade of Darkness – featurette on ‘80s horror films (23 minutes)
• Original Theatrical Trailer
• Still Photo Gallery
• Reversible wrap will includes original theatrical poster key art
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If you’re the ultimate “Chucky” fans then to take note of two exclusive offers on the release—which are only available at https://www.shoutfactory.com/ while supplies last:
STANDARD OFFER
- Receive the Collector’s Edition Blu-ray with slipcover
- Receive a limited-edition 18” x 24” poster of the newly-designed art from artist Justin Osbourn
- Product will be shipped two weeks earlier than National Street date of October 18th
Pre-order @ https://www.shoutfactory.com/…/child...r-s-edi…
DELUXE OFFER (Limited to 2,000 orders only)
- Receive the Collector’s Edition Blu-ray with slipcover
- Receive a limited-edition 18” x 24” poster of the newly-designed art from Justin Obsourn
- Product will be shipped two weeks earlier than National Street date of October 18th
- Receive a second custom-made “Good Guys” slipcover—made exclusively for this promotion.
- Receive a second 18” x 24” poster of the custom-made “Good Guys” artwork
- Receive an exclusive, limited edition 5.5" tall “Good Guys” Chucky” doll created by NECA and housed in a “Good Guys” box. This will only be available here!
Pre-order @ https://www.shoutfactory.com/…/child...imited-…

That's from their official Facebook post. The only thing new here is that bit on 80's horror movies, Holland Commentary, and new scan. More will be announced at a later date. It needs a little more for me to go for it. If they release 2 and 3 down the line with part 1, I will probably pick that up.

[critterdvd]

Really glad I've passed on the Universal 6-pack so many times... I doubt I'll ever watch parts 5 or 6 again.

[Ruemorgue10]

Originally Posted by goodnitesteve

If they find the deleted scenes, this will be the definitive edition.

Here's another one featuring the voodoo priest performing some kind of ritual.



As awesome as it would be to have these scenes surface, I believe the footage is lost and the stills are all that remain.

[schlock]

I was cool with the Deluxe Editions being $10 extra for the extra slipcover, etc.

But adding in a doll and jacking up the price to $60 + shipping/tax is absurd. I for one don't need any more toys/clutter/tchotchkes/trinkets - I no longer collect junk. Just want the movie and the packaging, including deluxe slip, and there's no way I'm paying $25 for a doll I don't want. I'm not 5 years old.

Ditch the doll or have an interim Deluxe option for just the slips. $10 extra for a piece of cardboard was hard to take, but I get the appeal and that worked for them so no problem. But now trying to push toys and junk and jacking up the price for something a lot of people probably don't want, no way Jose. So if you really want the extra slip, you're basically being charged $35 for it, for a piece of cardboard. I'm done with the Deluxe editions from now on. Greed is getting the better of them.