Arrow Video are bringing a 80s sci-fi comedy to 4K this August 2023. The Weird Science 4K Ultra HD release is a limited edition and is packed full of extras, including collectors’ booklet, double-sided fold-out poster and reversible sleeve.
Weird Science (1985) is John Hughes film starring Anthony Michael Hall, Ilan Mitchell-Smith, Kelly LeBrock, Bill Paxton and Robert Downey Jr.
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Plot
Gary Wallace and Wyatt Donnelly use a computer to create their ideal woman. They manage to bring a beautiful and intelligent woman named Lisa to life. She decides to helps them gain confidence and popularity amongst their peers.
I’ve added the original film trailer at the bottom of the page.
Weird Science 4K Ultra HD (LE)
This is a Limited Edition release by Arrow Video.
4K UHD Technical Specs
- Discs: 1
- Video: 4K UHD 2160p
- Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1
- Audio: Original Lossless Stereo Audio / Plus 5.1 DTS-HD MA Surround Option (Theatrical Version Only)
- Optional English Subtitles for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing
- Running Time: Theatrical Version 94 mins / Extended Version 97 mins approx
- Rating: 12
Special Features
- Illustrated Collectors’ Booklet
- Double-sided Fold-out Poster
- Reversible Sleeve
- New Restoration by Arrow Films from a 4K Scan of the Original Negative
- 4K (2160p) UHD Blu-ray Presentation in Dolby Vision (HDR10 Compatible) of Original Theatrical Version Plus Seamlessly Branched Extended Version Featuring 2 Additional Scenes
- Edited-for-TV Version of the Film (SD Only, 94 mins) + Comparison Featurette Highlighting The Alternate Dubs & Edits
- Casting ‘Weird Science’ (Interview with Casting Director Jackie Burch)
- Dino The Greek (Interview with Supporting Actor John Kapelos)
- Chet Happens (Interview with Special Makeup Creator Craig Reardon)
- Fantasy and Microchips (Interview with Editor Chris Lebenzon)
- Ira Newborn Makes The Score (Interview with the Composer)
- It’s Alive! Resurrecting Weird Science (Archive Documentary Featuring Interviews with Cast, Crew & Admirers, Including Star Anthony Michael Hall)
- Theatrical Trailers, TV Spots & Radio Spots
- Image Galleries
Purchase Information
You can pre-order now on 4K UHD for £21.99 from Amazon. (Price correct as of 14th November 2023).
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Release Date
4K UHD releases 21st August 2023 in the UK.
Watch The Trailer
Trailer NOT representative of Arrow Video’s 4K Ultra HD release
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What Do You Think?
John Hughes made hit after hit during the eighties and this film was certainly one them. Are you glad to see Arrow Video bringing this to 4K Ultra HD? Will you be picking it up?
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