Arrow Video will release the science fiction cult classic film, Dark City on 4K Ultra HD and Blu-ray in June 2025 for the UK.
This is a limited edition release that comes packed full of extras such as ‘Limited Edition Packaging’, ‘Double Sided Poster’, 60 Page Perfect Bound Collectors Book’ and ‘Art Cards’.
Arrow say the is a “Brand new 4K restoration from the original 35mm camera negatives approved by director of photography Dariusz Wolski”.
Table of Contents
Dark City (1998) is a sci-fi thriller written and directed by Alex Proyas. The film stars Rufus Sewell, Kiefer Sutherland, Jennifer Connelly, Richard O’Brien, Ian Richardson and William Hurt.
Plot
When John Murdoch (Rufus Sewell) awakens alone in a strange hotel he finds that he is wanted for a series of brutal murders. Is he responsible? He has no memory of these events and must piece together his past.
In doing so he discovers a group of beings known as The Strangers that possess the ability to put people to sleep and alter the city and its inhabitants.
Budget / Reception
The film had a budget said to be around $27 million, however it only managed an estimated $27 million at the box office.
A quick look over on Rotten Tomatoes reveals the film was well received by both audiences and critics. It currently has a a Tomatometer score of 77% (Critics) & Popcornmeter 85% (Audience) as of the time of writing.
I really can’t recommend this movie enough, if you love a proper science fiction film, like I do, then you should give this one a look. It manages to brilliantly blend sci-fi with film noir.
You can find the original film trailer lower down the page.
Dark City 4K Ultra HD
This is a limited edition release which is available on either 4K Ultra HD or Blu-ray and includes both the Director’s Cut and Theatrical Cut of the film.
As I mentioned above, this release comes packed full of extras such as, 60 Page Book, Poster, Art Cards plus a whole host of on-disc extras which I’ve listed below.
4K UHD Technical Specs
- Discs: 2
- Video: 4K UHD 2160p
- Aspect Ratio: 2.39:1
- Audio: Original DTS-HD MA 5.1, Stereo 2.0 / New Dolby Atmos Audio Options for Both Cuts of the Film
- Running Time: 111 / 100 mins approx
- Rating: 15
Special Features
- New 4K Restoration from the Original 35mm camera Negatives Approved by Director of Photography Dariusz Wolski
- 4K Ultra HD (2160p) Blu-ray presentations of Both the Director’s Cut & Theatrical Cut of the film in Dolby Vision (HDR10 compatible)
- Optional English Subtitles for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing
- Limited Edition Packaging (Newly Commissioned Artwork by Doug John Miller)
- 60 Page Perfect Bound Collectors Book
- Double-sided Fold-out Poster (Featuring Original & Newly Commissioned Artwork by Doug John Miller)
- Three Postcard-sized Reproduction Art Cards
- Postcard from Shell Beach
- Dr Schreber Business Card
DISC 1: DIRECTOR’S CUT
- New Audio Commentary by Director Alex Proyas
- New Audio Commentary with Craig Anderson, Bruce Isaacs & Herschel Isaacs, Co-hosts of the Film Versus Film Podcast
- Archive Audio Commentary by Director Alex Proyas
- Archive Audio Commentary by Film critic Roger Ebert
- Archive Audio Commentary by Writers Lem Dobbs & David S. Goyer
- Archive Introduction by Alex Proyas
- Return to Dark City (New Hour Long Documentary)
- Rats in a Maze (New Visual Essay by Film Scholar Alexandra West)
- I’m as Much in the Dark as You Are (New Visual Essay by Film Scholar Josh Nelson On Film Noir & Identity in Dark City)
- Design & Storyboards
DISC 2: THEATRICAL CUT
- Archive Audio Commentary by Director Alex Proyas, Writers Lem Dobbs & David S. Goyer, Director of Photography Dariusz Wolski & Production Designer Patrick Tatopoulos
- Archive Audio Commentary by Film Critic Roger Ebert
- Memories of Shell Beach (2008 Featurette in which Cast & Crew Look Back at the Making of the Film from Concept to Reception)
- Architecture of Dreams (2008 Featurette Presenting Five Perspectives On the Themes & Meanings of the Film)
- Theatrical Trailer
- Image Gallery
Purchase Information
You can pre-order now on 4K Ultra HD for £29.99 from Amazon or HMV. (Prices correct as of 14th May 2025).
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Release Date
Dark City (1998) releases on 4K Ultra HD on 23rd June 2025 in the UK.
Dark City (1998) Blu-ray
Both the 4K Ultra and Blu-ray version contain the on disc extras and physical goodies. The only difference is in the resolution.
Blu-ray Technical Specs
- Discs: 2
- Region: B
- Video: 1080p High Definition
- Aspect Ratio: 2.39:1
- Audio: Original DTS-HD MA 5.1, Stereo 2.0 / 7.1 Audio Options for Both Cuts of the Film
- Running Time: 111 / 100 mins approx
- Rating: 15
Special Features
Same as the 4K Ultra HD Edition listed above.
Purchase Information
You can pre-order now on Blu-ray for £24.99 from Amazon & HMV. (Prices correct as of 14th May 2025).
The Amazon links on this page are affiliate / associate links. By buying through the links I may receive a commission for the sale. This has no affect on the price you pay.
Release Date
Dark City (1998) releases on Blu-ray on 23rd June 2025 in the UK.
Watch The Trailer
What Do You Think of Dark City?
I remember watching this movie at the cinema and being blown away by how good it was.
This film is one of my favourites, so this new release by Arrow Video, which is features a new 4K restoration and includes both the director’s and theatrical versions, is very welcome. I’ll certainly be adding this to my movie collection.
Did you see this at the cinema? Do you consider it to be a sci-fi cult classic? And the big question, will it be making its way into your 4K Blu-ray movie collection come June?
I would really love to hear your thoughts, you can discuss it on my Facebook page.
There plenty more outstanding June 2025 Blu-ray releases on the way, so stay tuned!
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