STACK #254 December 2025

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4K UHD HIGHLIGHTS

Words Glenn Cochrane

Get the wrapping paper ready, because there’s lots to be gifting this month, with some crazy awesome new 4K releases arriving just in time for Christmas. Check these out...

BACK TO THE FUTURE 1, 2, 3

DUST DEVIL After his 1990 post apocalyptic techno-horror Hardware , reclusive British filmmaker Richard Stanley followed up with the largely unseen cult classic Dust Devil . The

SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER Few films capture the spirit of the 1970s like Saturday Night Fever ,

THE WAY WE WERE Directed by Sydney

Pollack, The Way We Were remains one of Hollywood’s most enduring romantic dramas, starring Barbra Streisand and Robert Redford. Set against the

Few movies are as iconic as Back to the Future -

the record-breaking movie that defined a subculture and inspired a generation. John

let alone trilogies. Now, all three films are back in 4K Ultra HD, including JB exclusive steelbook editions packed with bonus content (hurry while there’s stock). The original film features an all-new documentary reflecting on the movie 40 years later, along with plenty more extras. Parts 2 and 3 are also bursting with bonus material, including commentaries, featurettes, deleted scenes, and more. Whether you’re upgrading your collection or discovering these classics for the first time, Marty McFly and Doc Brown’s time-travelling adventures have never looked or sounded better! Out Dec 3 IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE It’s hard to think of a more iconic Christmas movie than It’s a Wonderful Life , institution, the film follows George Bailey, a man with a heart of gold, who contemplates ending his life when financial ruin strikes. An angel named Clarence intervenes, showing George what the world would be like without him – a story inspired by Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol . Heartwarming, funny, and wholly uplifting, It’s a Wonderful Life remains a beloved classic, now beautifully preserved in pristine 4K for generations to enjoy. Out Dec 3 Frank Capra’s timeless fantasy starring James Stewart and Donna Reed. Considered an American

film follows a mystical serial killer roaming the dust-swept deserts of Namibia while being pursued by an obsessed policeman. Initially falling into obscurity, Dust Devil was later salvaged for a special edition DVD, which itself faded from view - until now. This stunning 4K release finally gives the film the definitive presentation it deserves. Stanley would later go on to create the visual marvel The Color Out of Space , starring Nicolas Cage, further cementing his reputation as a master of visionary horror. Out Dec 17

Travolta stars in his breakthrough role as Tony Manero, a young disco king striving to escape his gritty Brooklyn neighborhood. Set against the city’s nightlife, the film pulses with the Grammy-winning, record-breaking soundtrack by the Bee Gees. Raw, stylish, and uncompromising, Saturday Night Fever remains a vivid portrait of ambition, youth, and life in the ‘70s. This release includes the theatrical and director’s cuts, plus plenty of bonus content. Out Dec 3

backdrop of 1930s and 1940s New York, the film follows Katie Morosky, a passionate, politically engaged woman, and Hubbell Gardiner, a carefree writer, as they navigate the joys and heartbreaks of a turbulent relationship. Streisand’s iconic theme song won an Academy Award, perfectly capturing the film’s emotional depth. Celebrated for its performances, romance, and nostalgia, The Way We Were is a timeless classic, now beautifully presented in a definitive 4K release. Out Dec 3

DOGMA Coming off hits like Clerks , Mallrats , and Chasing Amy , cult director Kevin Smith’s Dogma was his most ambitious film to date. Featuring an all-star

ANACONDA Perfectly timed with

CATCH ME IF YOU CAN Steven Spielberg’s Catch

the release of the new Anaconda starring Jack Black and Paul Rudd, the original 1997 creature feature is a must-see for fans. While it

Me If You Can is one of his most playful and unsuspecting films – a stylish cat-and-mouse caper inspired by true events. Leonardo

cast including Matt Damon, Ben Affleck, George Carlin, and Alan Rickman, the movie continues Smith’s Jersey saga with Jay and Silent Bob making their fourth appearance. Following two fallen angels banished from Heaven, the story has them road-tripping through New Jersey in search of a loophole to return to the pearly gates. A riotous, satirical comedy, Dogma is a defining late-’90s classic. This 4K release includes commentaries, new interviews, and a documentary. Out Dec 17

received a lukewarm reception on release, Anaconda has since developed a devoted cult following and is now celebrated among horror fans. Starring Jennifer Lopez, Ice Cube, Owen Wilson, Eric Stoltz, and Jon Voight, the film is a special effects driven thrill ride set deep in the Amazon, following a documentary crew who become prey to a monstrous, colossal snake. This long-overdue 4K upgrade steelbook edition makes it an absolute banger! Out Dec 17

DiCaprio stars as Frank Abagnale Jr., a charming con artist who poses as a pilot, doctor, and lawyer before his 21st birthday, with Tom Hanks as the relentless FBI agent on his trail. Featuring Christopher Walken, Amy Adams, and Martin Sheen, the film blends comedy, crime, and heart. With John Williams’ jazzy score and Spielberg’s light touch, Catch Me If You Can is a modern classic, now perfectly presented in 4K. Out Dec 17

Also out this month...

That’s not all - the list of 4K releases keeps growing. Standout must-haves include Lake Mungo , Sleepy Hollow , Corpse Bride , Ace Ventura , Barbarella , White Christmas , The Warriors , Barry Lyndon , G.I. Jane , Lifeforce , and many more. Plenty for every taste!

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