Hammer Films are due to release the classic horror film, Crucible of Horror on Blu-ray later this month in the UK under their Hammer Presents label.
Crucible of Horror (1971), a co-production between the British Abacus Productions and the American-based Cannon Group, is a film directed by Viktors Ritelis.
The film stars Michael Gough, Yvonne Mitchell and Sharon Gurney.
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Furthermore Hammer Films has carried out a new restoration so the picture quality should be excellent.
I’ve added the new film trailer lower down the page.
Crucible of Horror Blu-ray

“Painstakingly restored by Hammer from 4K scans made from the original film negatives”
Hammer Films
Blu-ray Technical Specs
- Discs: 1
- Region: B
- Video: 1080p High Definition
- Aspect Ratio: TBC
- Audio: Mono
- Running Time: 91 mins approx
- Rating: 15
Special Features
- New Artwork by Peter Strain
- Limited Edition O-Card Packaging
- English Subtitles On the Main Feature
- New commentary with William Fowler & Vic Pratt (Co-Authors of ‘The Bodies Beneath’) + Creators/Curators of the BFI’s ‘Flipside’ Series
- New Interview with Author / Horror Expert Jonathan Rigby
- Original Theatrical Trailer
Purchase Information
You can pre-order, Crucible of Horror (1971) now on Blu-ray for £17.99 from Amazon & HMV. (Price correct as of 16th April 2026).
If you prefer you can order directly from Hammer for £18.00 + P&P.
The Amazon links on this page are affiliate / associate links. By buying through the links I may receive a commission for the sale.
Release Date
Crucible of Horror (1971) releases on Blu-ray on 20th April 2026 in the UK.
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