The Return of the Living Dead (1985) (Collector's Edition)

[Akijama]

Press Release: Writer/director Dan O’Bannon (Alien, Lifeforce) puts an uproarious spin on the zombie apocalypse movie in 1985’s cult classic THE RETURN OF THE LIVING DEAD, starring Clu Gulager (A Nightmare on Elm Street 2: Freddy’s Revenge), James Karen (Mulholland Drive) and Don Calfa (Weekend at Bernie’s). Considered one of the campiest undead romps of its time, the film helped launch the career of scream queen Linnea Quigley (Night of the Demons, Sorority Babes in the Slimeball Bowl-O-Rama) and features a killer soundtrack with tracks from many songs from punk artists such as The Cramps, T.S.O.L. SSQ and 45 Grave. On July 19, 2016, SCREAM FACTORY™ is proud to present THE RETURN OF THE LIVING DEAD Collector’s Edition Blu-ray set, which includes a brand new 2K scan of the film and over 12 hours of extras!

This definitive set includes a collectible slipcover featuring newly rendered artwork and a reversible cover wrap featuring original theatrical key art. A must-have for movie collectors, zombie horror enthusiasts and loyal fans, THE RETURN OF THE LIVING DEAD Collector’s Edition Blu-ray is available for pre-order now at ShoutFactory.com and will be made available to other fine retailers.

Special Features and Specs:

Disc 1:

NEW 2K scan of the inter-positive

NEW Audio Commentary with Gary Smart (co-author of The Complete History of the Return of the Living Dead) and Chris Griffiths

Audio Commentary with director Dan O’Bannon and Production Designer William Stout

Audio Commentary with the cast and crew featuring Production Designer William Stout and actors Don Calfa, Linnea Quigley, Brian Peck, Beverly Randolph, Allan Trautman

The Decade of Darkness – featurette on ‘80s horror films (23 minutes)

Theatrical Trailers

TV Spots

Still Gallery – Posters, Lobby Cards, Movie Stills and Behind-the-Scenes photos

Still Gallery – Behind-the-Scenes photos from special make-up effects artist Kenny Myers’ personal collection

Zombie Subtitles for the Film

In Their Own Words – The Zombies Speak

Disc 2:

NEW The FX of the Living Dead with Production Designer William Stout, FX make-up artists William Munns, Tony Gardner, Kenny Myers and Craig Caton-Largnet, Visual Effects artists Bret Mixon and Gene Warren Jr. and actor Brian Peck (Expanded Version) (30 minutes)

NEW Party Time: The Music of The Return of the Living Dead with music consultants Budd Carr and Steve Pross and soundtrack artists Dinah Cancer (45 Grave), Chris D (The Flesh Eaters), Roky Erickson, Karl Moet (SSQ), Joe Wood (T.S.O.L.), Mark Robertson (Tall Boys) plus musicians Greg Hetson (Circle Jerks) and John Sox (The F.U.’s, Straw Dogs), (Expanded Version) (30 minutes)

NEW HORROR’S HALLOWED GROUNDS – revisiting the locations of the film

Return of the Living Dead Workprint – includes 20 minutes of additional footage (in Standard Definition)

More Brains: A Return to the Living Dead – The definitive documentary on The Return of the Living Dead (120 minutes)

A Conversation with Dan O’Bannon – His final interview (28 minutes)

The Origins of the Living Dead – an interview with John A. Russo (16 minutes)

The Return of the Living Dead – The Dead Have Risen – interviews with cast members Clu Gulager, James Karen, Don Calfa, Brian Peck, Thom Mathews, Beverly Randolph, Linnea Quigley and more… (21 minutes)

Designing the Dead – interviews with writer/director Dan O’Bannon and production designer William Stout (15 minutes)

1080p High-Definition Widescreen (1.85:1)/ DTS-HD Master Audio Stereo, DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1/1985/Color/R/91 mins./Region A/Subtitles: English/Special Features are Unrated

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[Show spoiler]

We have no details to report on this time other than that Death Becomes Her, Blood and Lace and Troll are slated for November 2015 street dates. The rest will roll-out in the months to follow with ROTLD likely releasing in Summer / Fall of 2016.

Just announced by Scream Factory at SDCC. More details TBA.

The Return of the Living Dead - Trailer - YouTube

[MifuneFan]

Had a feeling this was coming from them

[mzupeman]

Wow. In for this too. Im throwing all my money at this company around Halloween.

I have the overseas steel tin with original soundtrack but I love this movie so much, and Im sure Shouts packaging will be sweet.

[Petey Parker]

Sweet

[DetroitSportsFan]

Besides including the original soundtrack, I don't know what else they can do to get me to double dip for this (especially at $20+).

[spanky87]

Original soundtrack included? I'll probably stick with my UK release.

[StingingVelvet]

I would bet the UK version will still be the best one, but will be interesting to see what Scream add.

[TauHeel05]

Nice!

[Nailwraps]

Great timing on the announcement considering the film turns 30 this year!

I had a feeling nearing the day of the announcement, that they announced this.

And I want all the available/known soundtracks!

[ImAWalkingCorpse]

Too bad it isn't a double with ROTLD 2. I will probably buy it anyway.

[Martin_31]

Can't wait!

[DetroitSportsFan]

Originally Posted by ImAWalkingCorpse

Too bad it isn't a double with ROTLD 2. I will probably buy it anyway.

Part 2 is with WB.

[captainjoe]

Already got my Second Sight steelbook which has a stellar documentary, unless it's an arrow level remaster I'll probably skip it.

[Hellraiserfan]

Unless the transfer is terrible I'll be picking this one up since I don't have a region free player to get the UK version. I would love to upgrade my DVD to Blu.

[MTRodaba2468]

Originally Posted by Hellraiserfan

Unless the transfer is terrible I'll be picking this one up since I don't have a region free player to get the UK version. I would love to upgrade my DVD to Blu.

Just so you know, the region locking can be bypassed on that one by using the Top Menu button. The majority of the extras, I believe, are PAL format, so your player and/or TV may not be able to play them, but the movie and the More Brains documentary will work fine.

[shamus]

Originally Posted by Hellraiserfan

Unless the transfer is terrible I'll be picking this one up since I don't have a region free player to get the UK version. I would love to upgrade my DVD to Blu.

you never picked up the first release?

[Herry Dunston]

I guess I won't pick up the MGM release after all. Now, if only Shout! had the rights for Wild at Heart; I'm sure Lynch would've been more than happy to support them.

[Ruined]

I am just going to hand my paycheck to scream. What a solid lineup, incredible. I don't think I've seen so many releases I've wanted announced in such a short period of time, ever.

[Hellraiserfan]

Originally Posted by MTRodaba2468

Just so you know, the region locking can be bypassed on that one by using the Top Menu button. The majority of the extras, I believe, are PAL format, so your player and/or TV may not be able to play them, but the movie and the More Brains documentary will work fine.

Thanks for the info. I forgot what the Top Menu button trick is and will have to look it up again. I use my PS4 to play movies so I hope that's not a problem.

Originally Posted by shamus

you never picked up the first release?

I remember passing on it because I could have sworn I heard from a lot of people that the transfer wasn't that great. Might be wrong and thinking of another film though.

[MifuneFan]

Originally Posted by DetroitSportsFan

Part 2 is with WB.

So annoying.