Avatar 3D Collectors Edition October 15th 2012 Pre-order

[Mavrick]

Avatar 3D Blu-ray

Despite being one of the most widely viewed 3D movies, and the highest grossing film of all time, viewers still have not been able to buy Avatar on Blu-ray 3D by itself (without paying high prices to resellers) due to an exclusive pack-in deal with Panasonic, but that will change this fall. Fox just announced the Avatar Blu-ray 3D Collector's Edition will debut globally October 15th, and release in North America October 16th. There's no word on any extra special features, as producer Jon Landau indicates in the press release (included after the break) it will contain the theatrical cut of the flick inside special packaging. Originally, the delay in releasing the movie widely on disc in 3D was blamed on a lack of 3DTVs in homes. We'll see if the prospect of watching the $2.7 billion juggernaut "the way it was meant to be seen" according to director James Cameron, nudges more buyers towards a new display this fall. Check below for a video clip of Cameron sharing the news to the movie's fans on Facebook, plus an extra treat that didn't make it into the movie.

Avatar on Blu-ray 3D - YouTube

Full Press Release:

[Show spoiler] PANDORA COMES TO LIFE LIKE NEVER BEFORE WITH
THE ULTIMATE HOME VIEWING EXPERIENCE

AVATAR
ON BLU-RAY 3D

Over 33 Million Facebook Fans Receive Exclusive
Global Announcement as the Film That Became a Worldwide
Phenomenon Arrives on Blu-ray 3D in October

LOS ANGELES, CA. (August 14, 2012) – The world of Pandora has never looked better as over 33 million AVATAR Facebook fans were the first to learn of the upcoming release of the AVATAR Blu-ray 3D Collector's Edition, debuting globally beginning October 15, releasing in North America October 16, from Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment. A home entertainment experience like no other, for the first time ever, fans will be able to welcome James Cameron's global box office sensation into their homes in stunning 3D high-definition.

"3D television is the future of home entertainment," said James Cameron, the Oscar® winning Director. "I'm a huge proponent of the technology and very pleased that AVATAR can be viewed in the living room the way it is meant to be seen."

"As the number of homes with 3D televisions continues to grow, we thought it was important to bring the biggest 3D film ever right into your living room," continued Jon Landau, Academy Award® winning Producer of Avatar. "This is the only way fans should experience the world of Pandora and this release offers the highest picture quality possible. "Previously only available to consumers through an exclusive deal with Panasonic, the two-disc AVATAR 3D Blu-ray Collector's Edition will feature the original theatrical release and be available in all-new collectible packaging. Seen by more than 310 million people worldwide, the Oscar and Golden Globe winning epic is the highest grossing film of all time, taking in more than $2.7 billion in worldwide box office. It is also top-selling Blu-ray disc of all time.

About Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment LLC
Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment, LLC (TCFHE) is a recognized global industry leader and a subsidiary of Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation, a News Corporation company. Representing 75 years of innovative and award-winning filmmaking from Twentieth Century Fox, TCFHE is the worldwide marketing, sales and distribution company for all Fox film and television programming, acquisitions and original productions on DVD, Blu-ray Disc Digital Copy, Video On Demand and Digital Download. The company also releases all products globally for MGM Home Entertainment. Each year TCFHE introduces hundreds of new and newly enhanced products, which it services to retail outlets from mass merchants and warehouse clubs to specialty stores and e-commerce throughout the world.

[Will21st]

can't wait for this!!

[Mavrick]

It's about time

I did hope the eventual 3D release would include the extended 2D film as well as all the bonus features from the previous extended edition since I never picked that up thinking they would be included on the 3D release.

[Partridge2K]

YES! Been waiting for this since I got my 3DTV last summer..

[BigNickUK]

Best news of the year after the Lawrence Of Arabia announcement Sweet!......Finally all those crooks on ebay with fake copies can go take a running jump!

[Buddy Ackerman]

Brilliant - been holding off on getting any version of Avatar because I wanted the 3D version. I don't yet have a 3D TV but I'm planning on upgrading in the next year and so have slowly been future-proofing where I can to avoid double-dipping if and when the times comes. Avatar being the ultimate 3D film is a no-brainer to me - as much as I enjoy the film it's the 3D bit that really makes the whole experience for me. Have never felt the need to watch it in 2D so avoiding the other releases wasn't difficult.

I don't mind if it's just the theatrical version, I saw the Extended Edition in IMAX 3D last summer, it was amazing but there wasn't enough difference between the two versions for me to miss anything when I watch the theatrical. Plus it's long enough as it is...

[Scorpion Soldier]

Originally Posted by Buddy Ackerman

I don't mind if it's just the theatrical version, I saw the Extended Edition in IMAX 3D last summer, it was amazing but there wasn't enough difference between the two versions for me to miss anything when I watch the theatrical. Plus it's long enough as it is...

You should see the Extended Edition on BD (not the theatrical re-release, but the even longer version with the prologue included), it's really worth at least one look.

[Extra-Terrestrial]

Nice box art imo!

I will stick with my Avatar Extended Collector's Edition for now.

When I pull my finger out & purchase 3D TV & Blu Ray Player next year i'll pick it up then!

I'm going to try & make sure the Blu Ray Player is Region Free too, or at least find how to! There are so many Region A locked titles out there!

I wonder if there will be a booklet etc included?

[DJJez]

been holding off buying a 3D version from ebay as prices were ridiculous and alot of them looked fake to me. never seen it in 3d so looking forward to it

[rewak]

Theatrical only eh? Don't you think you've milked this quite enough Cameron? It's not even that good.

[Blu Lemmy]

Theatrical only is simply a kick in the balls! Wait another 6 months after this release for the 20th different edition and get the extended in 3d......


Geez

[Poshteh1]

Great news, but seems they're milking it even more! I was expecting an ultimate set, which has everything from the Extended Collector's Edition and the inclusion of the 3D.

[Buddy Ackerman]

Originally Posted by Scorpion Soldier

You should see the Extended Edition on BD (not the theatrical re-release, but the even longer version with the prologue included), it's really worth at least one look.

Good point - I might find someone who's got it and borrow it. Is that the version with the on-Earth stuff? Because I'm very curious about that.

[levcore]

And the triple dip commences.... Still at least we knew this was coming!

[DefectiveDave]

I'm not getting this, I do have a 3D TV but I don't like at home 3D I personally don't think the technology is there yet.

[Scorpion Soldier]

Originally Posted by Buddy Ackerman

Good point - I might find someone who's got it and borrow it. Is that the version with the on-Earth stuff? Because I'm very curious about that.

Yes it is. It also offers some more depth in story throughout the rest of the film. Overall the Earth prologue does provide more depth, especially due to the contrast between Pandora and Earth, really showing how much more of a grim place Earth has become. I think the theatrical cut is ok, the visuals more taking over, but the extended cut just gives it more emotional depth.

[BigNickUK]

Originally Posted by DefectiveDave

I'm not getting this, I do have a 3D TV but I don't like at home 3D I personally don't think the technology is there yet.

Whaaaaat?

[Buddy Ackerman]

Originally Posted by Scorpion Soldier

Yes it is. It also offers some more depth in story throughout the rest of the film. Overall the Earth prologue does provide more depth, especially due to the contrast between Pandora and Earth, really showing how much more of a grim place Earth has become. I think the theatrical cut is ok, the visuals more taking over, but the extended cut just gives it more emotional depth.

Thanks, I'll check it out

[DefectiveDave]

Originally Posted by BigNickUK

Whaaaaat?

Like I said I just don't think its good enough yet, still gimmicky

[The Apocalypse]

Saw the Panasonic exclusive one at CeX for £55. Suffice it to say, I didn't buy it So, hopefully it'll be reasonable in price.