STACK #250 August 2025

HIGHLIGHTS 4K UHD

Words Glenn Cochrane

Also out this month...

JAWS 50TH ANNIVERSARY LIMITED EDITION STEELBOOK Films don’t get more seminal than Steven Spielberg’s Jaws , the film that redefined Hollywood. Notable for being the first summer blockbuster,

WAYNE’S WORLD “It’s party time, excellent!” Over 30 years since its juggernaut theatrical release, Wayne’s World schwings onto 4K Ultra HD. Before Austin Powers and Shrek , Mike Myers and Dana Carvey gave us iconic characters, hilarious catchphrases, and

it’s been half a century of cinematic suspense, and now it’s available in this JB exclusive limited edition steelbook. The release includes native 4K Ultra HD with Dolby Vision and HDR10, accompanied by a DTS:X audio track that immerses you in John Williams’ iconic score. Also featured is a stack of bonus content, including documentaries, interviews, archival footage, and more. You’re gonna need a bigger shelf! Out Aug 6

pure rock ‘n’ roll spirit. The new 4K release features a native 4K transfer with Dolby Vision and HDR10, plus DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 for enhanced sound. Whether you’re Gen X or Gen Z, Wayne’s World is worthy of this most excellent release. “It will be mine. Oh yes, it will be mine!” Out Aug 6

August delivers another epic slate of new 4K Ultra HD releases that’s guaranteed to add serious weight to the shelves of movie collectors. Alongside the major titles highlighted elsewhere in this issue of STACK , a bumper selection of cinematic gems and cult classics is headed your way. Kicking things off on August 6 is Oliver Stone’s trippy music biopic The Doors , presented in the filmmaker’s preferred Final Cut , newly remastered for a stunning home entertainment experience. Also landing on August 6 is Daybreakers , the dystopian sci-fi vampire thriller from Australian auteurs The Spierig Brothers, complete with all-new bonus content for fans to sink their teeth into. Then, mark August 20 in your calendars for the arrival of some must-have titles, including Kathryn Bigelow’s Oscar-winning modern war drama The Hurt Locker , Steven Soderbergh’s gripping legal biopic Erin Brockovich , Steve Carell’s star-making comedy The 40-Year-Old Virgin , and the Steven Spielberg-produced family favourite Casper . And if that’s not enough to satisfy, don’t miss Alfred Hitchcock’s Cold War espionage thriller Topaz , also releasing August 6, and Edgar Wright’s cult favourite Scott Pilgrim vs. the World , which brings its stylish action and quirky romance to 4K on August 27.

MONTY PYTHON AND THE HOLY GRAIL (STEELBOOK) “On second thought, let’s not go to Camelot. It is a silly place.” Few comedies have been as influential or groundbreaking as Monty Python and the Holy Grail .

FRENZY Alfred Hitchcock’s

penultimate film, Frenzy , is arguably one of his most boundary-pushing works. Released in 1972, it marked a return to Hitchcock’s darker storytelling roots, shocking audiences with its gritty, raw depictions of violence and

When the British troupe brought their surreal humour from television to cinema, they delivered a classic that continues to inspire generations of filmmakers. Now meticulously restored, the new 4K Ultra HD release features a native 4K transfer with Dolby Vision HDR for stunning visuals and a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, ensuring every absurd moment and endlessly quotable line looks and sounds better than ever. Out Aug 27

taboo themes. Telling the twisted tale of a serial killer terrorising London, it was also his first British production in over 20 years. Now, the latest 4K release lets you revisit this macabre classic with a native 4K transfer, Dolby Vision HDR, and a DTS-HD Master Audio 2.0 soundtrack. This killer film has never looked sharper - or more disturbing. Out Aug 6

BETTER OFF DEAD The 1985 dark teen comedy Better Off Dead has earned a devoted cult following for its offbeat humour, surreal gags, and John Cusack’s hilarious performance. Balancing absurdity with sensitive subject matter, the film’s portrayal of teenage

THE SALUTE OF THE JUGGER Cult films don’t get much cultier than this! The 1989 movie The Salute of the Jugger has earned cult status for its gritty, post-apocalyptic sports action and a standout cast led by Rutger Hauer and Joan Chen. The new

heartbreak and depression is something that, by today’s standards, likely couldn’t be made in the same way. Now available on 4K, this ‘80s classic features a native 4K transfer with Dolby Vision HDR and a DTS-HD Master Audio 2.0 soundtrack. “I’ve been going to this high school for seven and a half years... I’m no dummy.” (LOL) Out Aug 6

4K release presents the film in stunning native 4K with Dolby Vision and DTS-HD Master Audio 2.0, for maximum dystopian action. This stunning edition includes two cuts of the film, new audio commentaries, fresh cast and crew interviews, and a wealth of bonus content, making it essential for fans and collectors alike. Out Aug 6

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