This is a release I’m looking forward to, A Shock to the System (1990) is set for a Blu-ray release in the UK this May 2024, thanks to 101 Films.
Plot
This dark comedy, directed by Jan Egleson, stars the great Michael Caine. Its the frustrated advertising executive who finds himself overlooked for a promotion. When he accidentally kills a homeless man, he begins to realise him might just of found a route to success.
Cast
- Michael Caine
- Elizabeth McGovern
- Peter Riegert
- Swoosie Kurtz
- Will Patton
- John McMartin
- Jenny Wright
- Philip Moon
- Barbara Baxley
- John Finn
- Zach Grenier
- Haviland Morris
- Samuel L. Jackson
Critical Reception
Despite being a great film, in my opinion, A Shock to the System failed to make its budget back at the box office, grossing around $3.4 million against its $10 million budget.
However, it has since garnered a cult following. The film now holds a 70% critic score and a 62% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes at the time of writing.
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A Shock to the System Blu-ray
101 Films hasn’t provided any details on aspect ratio and audio as yet. You can pick up A Shock to the System on Blu-ray in the UK from the 27th May 2024.
Blu-ray Technical Specs
- Discs: 1
- Region: B
- Video: 1080p High Definition
- Aspect Ratio: TBC
- Audio: TBC
- Running Time: Approx. 88 mins
- Rating: 15
Special Features
These are the confirmed special features:
- Audio Commentary with Director Jan Egleson
- Interview with Jan Egleson
- Alternate Ending
- Theatrical Trailer
- Still Gallery
Purchase Information
You can own it now on Blu-ray for £14.99 on Amazon. (Prices correct as 31st March 2025)
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Release Date
The Blu-ray release of A Shock to the System is due out on 27th May 2024 in the UK.
Watch The Trailer
What Do You Think?
This is yet another classic film from Michael Caine and I will certainly be purchasing it on Blu-ray later this month!
Do you agree with me that A Shock To The System has become somewhat of cult classic? Do you intend on purchasing this upcoming Blu-ray release?
What is your favourite Michael Caine movie? Alfie, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, Educating Rita, Get Carter, The Italian Job, The Ipcress File, The Man Who Would Be King, Zulu or something else? I’d really like to hear what you think!
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