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King Kong (Blu-ray) (1976)
On this small island lies the biggest discovery on Earth.Director: John Guillermin
Year of Copyright: 1976
Year of Production: 1975-1976
OVERALL: Draw-
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Extras:
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Subtitles:English, English HoH
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Aspect Ratio:2.35:1
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Picture Format:1080p24 AVC MPEG-4
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Soundtrack(s):English DTS-HD Master Audio 2.0 mono
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Case type:Steelbook
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Notes:The theatrical version is only available on the 4K disc.
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Extras:DISC ONE
*The Film - Theatrical Version (134:29)
Audio Commentary by film historian Ray Morton (2021)
Audio Commentary by special makeup effects artist/King Kong performer Rick Baker (2021)
"On the Top of the World" 2021 interview with production manager Brian Frankish and assistant director David McGiffert (HD, 11:54)
"When the Monkey Dies, Everybody Cries: Jeffrey Chernov and Scott Thaler on King Kong" 2021 inteview with production messengers Jeffrey Chernov and Scott Thaler (HD, 13:48)
"Maybe in Their Wildest Dreams: Sculptor Steve Varner on King Kong" 2021 interview (HD, 5:36)
"Something’s Haywire" 2021 interview with actor Jack O'Halloran (HD, 5:52)
"From Space to Apes: Photographic Effects Assistant Barry Nolan on King Kong" 2021 interview (HD, 5:36)
"There’s a Fog Bank Out There: Second Unit Director Bill Kronick on King Kong" 2021 interview (HD, 6:31)
Image Galleries:
- Movie Stills (7:26)
- Posters and Lobby Cards (8:53)
- Behind the Scenes (6:39)
- Newspaper Adds (3:58)
Television Spots (x7) (HD, 3:36)
Radio Spots (x3) (1:35)
Theatrical Trailer (HD):
- Trailer #1 (2:36)
- Trailer #2 (2:25)
Disc Credits (0:14)
DISC TWO
*The Film - Extended Television Cut (193:13)
Episodes (HD):
- King Kong - Night One (95:53):
-- Introduction (0:29)
-- Episode 1 (95:24)
- King Kong - Night Two (97:56):
-- Introduction (0:29)
-- Episode 2 (97:27)
"King Kong '76: Celebrity Panel and Q&A Aero Theater, Santa Monica CA December 10, 2016" 2016 featurette (HD, 68:45)
NBC Promos (SD, 3:52) -
Subtitles:English HoH
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Aspect Ratio:2.35:1
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Picture Format:1080p24 AVC MPEG-4
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Soundtrack(s):Theatrical Version
English DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1
English DTS-HD Master Audio 2.0 Stereo
Television Cut
English DTS-HD Master Audio 2.0 Mono -
Case type:Keep Case
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Notes:The additional footage from the TV cut are from a 2K scan of the internegative.
Comes with a slipcase and reversible cover.
If pre-ordered on the Shout! Factory website, you'll receive a free 18" x 24" rolled poster while supplies last.
The TV edit is preceded by an introduction from Shout! Factory and the film proper starts at 0:29. The feature-length version of the TV cut plays both episodes back to back and not edited into one long seamless feature. The second episode has 8:12 of opening credits and recap before continuing and is present in the 193:13 version when played straight through. -
Easter eggs:Highlight “Subtitles” and arrow right on the remote for a series of NBC promos and commercial bumpers (3:52, SD).
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Extras:DISC ONE
*The Film - Theatrical Version (134:29)
Audio Commentary by film historian Ray Morton (2021)
Audio Commentary by special makeup effects artist/King Kong performer Rick Baker (2021)
"On the Top of the World" 2021 interview with production manager Brian Frankish and assistant director David McGiffert (HD, 11:54)
"When the Monkey Dies, Everybody Cries: Jeffrey Chernov and Scott Thaler on King Kong" 2021 inteview with production messengers Jeffrey Chernov and Scott Thaler (HD, 13:48)
"Maybe in Their Wildest Dreams: Sculptor Steve Varner on King Kong" 2021 interview (HD, 5:36)
"Something’s Haywire" 2021 interview with actor Jack O'Halloran (HD, 5:52)
"From Space to Apes: Photographic Effects Assistant Barry Nolan on King Kong" 2021 interview (HD, 5:36)
"There’s a Fog Bank Out There: Second Unit Director Bill Kronick on King Kong" 2021 interview (HD, 6:31)
Image Galleries:
- Movie Stills (7:26)
- Posters and Lobby Cards (8:53)
- Behind the Scenes (6:39)
- Newspaper Adds (3:58)
Television Spots (x7) (HD, 3:36)
Radio Spots (x3) (1:35)
Theatrical Trailer (HD):
- Trailer #1 (2:36)
- Trailer #2 (2:25)
Disc Credits (0:14)
DISC TWO
*The Film - Extended Television Cut (193:13)
Episodes (HD):
- King Kong - Night One (95:53):
-- Introduction (0:29)
-- Episode 1 (95:24)
- King Kong - Night Two (97:56):
-- Introduction (0:29)
-- Episode 2 (97:27)
"King Kong '76: Celebrity Panel and Q&A Aero Theater, Santa Monica CA December 10, 2016" 2016 featurette (HD, 68:45)
NBC Promos (SD, 3:52) -
Subtitles:English HoH
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Aspect Ratio:2.35:1
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Picture Format:1080p24 AVC MPEG-4
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Soundtrack(s):Theatrical Version
English DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1
English DTS-HD Master Audio 2.0 Stereo
Television Cut
English DTS-HD Master Audio 2.0 Mono -
Case type:Keep Case
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Notes:The additional footage from the TV cut are from a 2K scan of the internegative.
Comes with a slipcase and reversible cover.
If pre-ordered on the Shout! Factory website, you'll receive a free 18" x 24" rolled poster while supplies last.
The TV edit is preceded by an introduction from Shout! Factory and the film proper starts at 0:29. The feature-length version of the TV cut plays both episodes back to back and not edited into one long seamless feature. The second episode has 8:12 of opening credits and recap before continuing and is present in the 193:13 version when played straight through. -
Easter eggs:Highlight “Subtitles” and arrow right on the remote for a series of NBC promos and commercial bumpers (3:52, SD).
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Extras:"Making Kong" 2005 featurette (22:17)
Deleted Scenes (13:50)
Theatrical Trailer (2:23)
Video Configuration
Audio Configuration -
Subtitles:Dutch, French, Japanese, Portuguese, Spanish (CIH friendly)
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Aspect Ratio:2.35:1
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Picture Format:1080p24 VC-1
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Soundtrack(s):English DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1
French DTS-HD High Resolution 5.1
Spanish DTS-HD Master Audio 2.0 Mono -
Case type:Keep Case
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Notes:All extras are in 576i or 480i depending on the menu language chosen. Choosing Japanese presents the extras in 480i with forced Japanese subtitles. All other languages present the extras in 576i.
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Extras:DISC ONE (Blu-ray 4K Copy)
DISC TWO (Blu-ray)
* The Film
Audio Commentary by film historian Ray Morton (2021)
Audio Commentary by special makeup effects artist/King Kong performer Rick Baker (2021)
Deleted Scenes (16:30)
2021 Interviews
- Barry Nolan (6:46)
- Bill Kronick (6:25)
- Scott Thaler and Jeffrey Chernov (13:45)
- David Mcgiffert and Brian E. Frankish (11:46)
- Jack O'Halloran (5:50)
- Steve Varner (5:32)
Theatrical Trailer (2:25) -
Subtitles:English HoH, French, German
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Aspect Ratio:2.35:1
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Picture Format:1080p24 AVC MPEG-4
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Soundtrack(s):English DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1
English LPCM 2.0 stereo
French LPCM 2.0 mono
German LPCM 2.0 mono -
Case type:Keep Case
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Notes:Transfer from a 4K restoration.
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Extras:"Making Kong" 2005 featurette (22:17)
Deleted Scenes (13:50)
Theatrical Trailer (2:23)
Video Configuration
Audio Configuration -
Subtitles:Dutch, French, Japanese, Portuguese, Spanish (CIH friendly)
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Aspect Ratio:2.35:1
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Picture Format:1080p24 VC-1
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Soundtrack(s):English DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1
French DTS-HD High Resolution 5.1
Spanish DTS-HD Master Audio 2.0 Mono -
Case type:Keep Case
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Notes:All extras are in 576i or 480i depending on the menu language chosen. Choosing Japanese presents the extras in 480i with forced Japanese subtitles. All other languages present the extras in 576i.
Disc incorrectly states region A+B only. -
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Amazon France
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Extras:"Making Kong" 2005 featurette (22:17)
Deleted Scenes (13:50)
Theatrical Trailer (2:23)
Video Configuration
Audio Configuration -
Subtitles:Dutch, French, Japanese, Portuguese, Spanish (CIH friendly)
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Aspect Ratio:2.35:1
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Picture Format:1080p24 VC-1
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Soundtrack(s):English DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1
French DTS-HD High Resolution 5.1
Spanish DTS-HD Master Audio 2.0 Mono -
Case type:Keep Case
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Notes:All extras are in 576i or 480i depending on the menu language chosen. Choosing Japanese presents the extras in 480i with forced Japanese subtitles. All other languages present the extras in 576i.
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Special thanks to Rewind user Brent_Reid for providing these specifications.
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Have you spotted a mistake in these specifications? If so, let us know via our forums. -
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Extras:"Making Kong" 2005 featurette (22:17)
Deleted Scenes (13:50)
Theatrical Trailer (2:23)
Video Configuration
Audio Configuration -
Subtitles:Dutch, French, Japanese, Portuguese, Spanish (CIH friendly)
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Aspect Ratio:2.35:1
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Picture Format:1080p24 VC-1
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Soundtrack(s):English DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1
French DTS-HD High Resolution 5.1
Spanish DTS-HD Master Audio 2.0 Mono -
Case type:Keep Case
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Notes:All extras are in 576i or 480i depending on the menu language chosen. Choosing Japanese presents the extras in 480i with forced Japanese subtitles. All other languages present the extras in 576i.
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Special thanks to Rewind user Brent_Reid for providing these specifications.
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Have you spotted a mistake in these specifications? If so, let us know via our forums. -
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Extras:"Making Kong" 2005 featurette (22:17)
Deleted Scenes (13:50)
Theatrical Trailer (2:23)
Video Configuration
Audio Configuration -
Subtitles:Dutch, French, Japanese, Portuguese, Spanish (CIH friendly)
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Aspect Ratio:2.35:1
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Picture Format:1080p24 VC-1
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Soundtrack(s):English DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1
French DTS-HD High Resolution 5.1
Spanish DTS-HD Master Audio 2.0 Mono -
Case type:Keep Case
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Notes:All extras are in 576i or 480i depending on the menu language chosen. Choosing Japanese presents the extras in 480i with forced Japanese subtitles. All other languages present the extras in 576i.
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Special thanks to Rewind user Brent_Reid for providing these specifications.
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Have you spotted a mistake in these specifications? If so, let us know via our forums. -
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Extras:"Making Kong" 2005 featurette (22:17)
Deleted Scenes (13:50)
Theatrical Trailer (2:23)
Video Configuration
Audio Configuration -
Subtitles:Dutch, French, Japanese, Portuguese, Spanish (CIH friendly)
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Aspect Ratio:2.35:1
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Picture Format:1080p24 VC-1
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Soundtrack(s):English DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1
French DTS-HD High Resolution 5.1
Spanish DTS-HD Master Audio 2.0 Mono -
Case type:Keep Case
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Notes:All extras are in 576i or 480i depending on the menu language chosen. Choosing Japanese presents the extras in 480i with forced Japanese subtitles. All other languages present the extras in 576i.
Disc incorrectly states region A+B only. -
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Extras:"Making Kong" 2005 featurette (22:18)
Deleted Scenes (13:51)
Trailer (2:24) -
Subtitles:None
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Aspect Ratio:2.35:1
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Picture Format:1080p24 AVC MPEG-4
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Soundtrack(s):English DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1
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Case type:Keep Case
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Extras:DISC ONE (Blu-ray 4K Copy)
DISC TWO (Blu-ray)
* The Film
Audio Commentary by film historian Ray Morton (2021)
Audio Commentary by special makeup effects artist/King Kong performer Rick Baker (2021)
Deleted Scenes (16:30)
2021 Interviews
- Barry Nolan (6:46)
- Bill Kronick (6:25)
- Scott Thaler and Jeffrey Chernov (13:45)
- David Mcgiffert and Brian E. Frankish (11:46)
- Jack O'Halloran (5:50)
- Steve Varner (5:32)
Theatrical Trailer (2:25) -
Subtitles:English HoH, French, German
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Aspect Ratio:2.35:1
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Picture Format:1080p24 AVC MPEG-4
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Soundtrack(s):English DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1
English LPCM 2.0 stereo
French LPCM 2.0 mono
German LPCM 2.0 mono -
Case type:Steelbook
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Notes:Transfer from a 4K restoration.
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Buy this disc from
Amazon France
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Extras:Deleted Scenes (16:30)
English Trailer (2:23) -
Subtitles:German (optional)
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Aspect Ratio:2.35:1
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Picture Format:1080p24 AVC MPEG-4
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Soundtrack(s):English DTS-HD Master Audio 2.0 Stereo
German DTS-HD Master Audio 2.0 Mono -
Case type:Keep Case
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Notes:Extras are in PAL.
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Commentaries:Audio Commentary by film historian Ray Morton (2021)
Audio Commentary by special makeup effects artist/King Kong performer Rick Baker (2021) -
Extras:Deleted Scenes (16:30)
2021 Interviews
- Barry Nolan (6:46)
- Bill Kronick (6:25)
- Scott Thaler and Jeffrey Chernov (13:45)
- David Mcgiffert and Brian E. Frankish (11:46)
- Jack O'Halloran (5:50)
- Steve Varner (5:32)
Theatrical Trailer (2:25) -
Subtitles:English HoH, French, German
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Aspect Ratio:2.35:1
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Picture Format:1080p24 AVC MPEG-4
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Soundtrack(s):English DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1
English LPCM 2.0 stereo
French LPCM 2.0 mono
German LPCM 2.0 mono -
Case type:Keep Case
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Notes:Transfer from a 4K restoration.
Also available in a combo pack with the Blu-ray 4K>. -
Have you spotted a mistake in these specifications? If so, let us know via our forums. -
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Commentaries:Audio Commentary by film historian Ray Morton (2021)
Audio Commentary by special makeup effects artist/King Kong performer Rick Baker (2021) -
Extras:Deleted Scenes (16:30)
2021 Interviews
- Barry Nolan (6:46)
- Bill Kronick (6:25)
- Scott Thaler and Jeffrey Chernov (13:45)
- David Mcgiffert and Brian E. Frankish (11:46)
- Jack O'Halloran (5:50)
- Steve Varner (5:32)
Theatrical Trailer (2:25) -
Subtitles:English HoH, French, German
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Aspect Ratio:2.35:1
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Picture Format:1080p24 AVC MPEG-4
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Soundtrack(s):English DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1
English LPCM 2.0 stereo
French LPCM 2.0 mono
German LPCM 2.0 mono -
Case type:Keep Case
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Notes:Transfer from a 4K restoration.
Also available in a combo pack with the Blu-ray 4K>. -
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OVERALL: Draw
The North American Scream Factory CE has both Theatrical and TV Cuts of the film with 5.1 and original stereo options and the best set of extras.
Do note, the Australian (2009), Dutch, French (2009), Japanese, Portuguese, and Spanish releases have an exclusive making of featurette plus deleted scenes.
Also available in:
- Japan by Kadokawa
- Spain by Divisa
General Notes:
For its initial US network television broadcasts, a special extended, family-friendly version was prepared. This had around 45 minutes of added footage, but all overtly violent or sexual scenes and adult language in the theatrical cut were removed or replaced with less explicit takes. This version has never been officially released on home video. There are detailed comparisons of the theatrical and extended TV versions at Movie-Censorship here and here. -
CUTS:
- Blu-ray A 4K + Blu-ray America- Paramount Home Entertainment - No cuts - extended TV cut (192:47)
- Blu-ray A Collector's Edition America- Shout! Factory - No cuts - Includes the theatrical version (134:29) and the extended TV cut (193:13)
- Blu-ray A Collector's Edition Canada- Shout! Factory - No cuts - Includes the theatrical version (134:29) and the extended TV cut (193:13)
- Blu-ray ALL Australia- Universal Pictures - No cuts - Theatrical version (134:28)
- Blu-ray ALL Australia- Universal Sony Pictures Home Entertainment - No cuts - Theatrical Version (134:49)
- Blu-ray ALL France- Studio Canal - No cuts - Theatrical version (134:28)
- Blu-ray ALL Holland- Universal Pictures - No cuts - Theatrical version (134:28)
- Blu-ray ALL Japan- Universal Pictures - No cuts - Theatrical version (134:28)
- Blu-ray ALL Portugal- Universal Pictures - No cuts - Theatrical version (134:28)
- Blu-ray ALL Spain- Universal Pictures - No cuts - Theatrical version (134:28)
- Blu-ray B Australia- Umbrella Entertainment - No cuts - Theatrical version (134:28)
- Blu-ray B France- Studio Canal - No cuts - Theatrical Version (134:49)
- Blu-ray B Germany- Studio Canal - No cuts - Theatrical version (134:50)
- Blu-ray B Germany- Studio Canal - No cuts - Theatrical Version (134:49)
- Blu-ray B United Kingdom- Studio Canal - No cuts - Theatrical Version (134:49)
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Comparison added by Anthony_DiPaola on 24/07/11
Comparison last updated by James-Masaki_Ryan on 12/04/24UPDATE LOG:
24/07/11: Initial entry.
Please ensure you read our disclaimer.
22/11/12: Added Spanish release.
20/02/17: Added detail to the French and Spanish editions.
25/05/17: Added Germany.
06/12/18: Capsaholic.
11/11/19: Updated France, Spain, added Holland, Australia, Portugal, notes.
07/05/21: Addition of the US Collector's Edition.
26/11/20: Added Australia Umbrella.
24/05/21: Dates.
21/06/21: Clean-up, added Scream Factory Easter Egg and review.
27/11/22: Added UK, Germany 2022, France 2022.
05/02/23: Added Australia 2022.
12/04/24: Added US Paramount.
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