Hammer Films are set release, Murders in the Rue Morgue under their Hammer Presents label, on both 4K Ultra HD and Blu-ray this July 2026 in the UK.
Murders in the Rue Morgue (1971) is a horror film loosely based on a story by Edgar Allan Poe.
Directed by Gordon Hessler the film stars Jason Robards, Christine Kaufmann, Herbert Lom, Adolfo Celi, Michael Dunn and Lilli Palmer.
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July 2026 will also see the release of X The Unknown (1956) 4K UHD Collector’s Edition & Blu-ray.
Murders in the Rue Morgue 4K Ultra HD
This new release by Hammer Films contains two cuts of the film, Hessler’s original non-linear Director’s Cut and AIP’s Theatrical Cut.
4K UHD Technical Specs
- Discs: 1
- Video: 4K UHD 2160p
- Aspect Ratio:
- Audio: Mono / 5.1
- English Subtitles On Each Version of the Film
- Running Time: 91 mins approx.
- Rating: 12
Special Features
- Brand New Artwork by Sam Hadley
- Limited Edition O-Card Packaging
On Disc Extras
- Two Cuts of the Film: Hessler’s Original Non-linear Director’s Cut & AIP’s Theatrical Cut
- New Commentary with Filmmaker / Former Fangoria Editor-in-chief, Chris Alexander
- Stage Tricks and Screen Fights: Archive Interview with Director, Gordon Hessler
Purchase Information
You can pre-order now on 4K UHD for £22.99 from Amazon or HMV. (Prices correct as of 2nd July 2026).
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Release Date
Murders in the Rue Morgue 4K Ultra HD releases 20th July 2026 in the UK.
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Murders in the Rue Morgue Blu-ray
Blu-ray Technical Specs
- Discs: 1
- Region: B
- Video: 1080p High Definition
- Aspect Ratio:
- Audio: Mono / 5.1
- English Subtitles On Each Version of the Film
- Running Time: 91 mins approx.
- Rating: 12
Special Features
- Brand New Artwork by Sam Hadley
- Limited Edition O-Card Packaging
On Disc Extras
- Two Cuts of the Film: Hessler’s Original Non-linear Director’s Cut & AIP’s Theatrical Cut
- New Commentary with Filmmaker / Former Fangoria Editor-in-chief, Chris Alexander
- Stage Tricks and Screen Fights: Archive Interview with Director, Gordon Hessler
Purchase Information
You can pre-order the Murders in the Rue Morgue Blu-ray now for £17.99 from Amazon. (Price correct as of 2nd July 2026).
Release Date
Murders in the Rue Morgue Blu-ray releases on 20th July 2026 in the UK.
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