Battle of Britain Debuts on 4K Blu-ray as a Limited Edition Hardbox from Imprint
Imprint Films releases a 3-disc Limited Edition hardbox (4K UHD + two Blu-rays) with a new 4K restoration, Dolby Vision and a 100-page hardback booklet
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Battle of Britain (1969), directed by Guy Hamilton and starring Michael Caine, Laurence Olivier and Trevor Howard, makes its worldwide 4K UHD debut from Imprint Films, November 26, 2025. The World War II epic — based on Derek Wood and Derek Dempster's book The Narrow Margin — follows the RAF’s 1940 defence against the Luftwaffe and features large-scale aerial sequences shot by Academy Award-winning cinematographer Freddie Young.
The release features new Dolby Vision presentation on 4K UHD, restored at Fidelity In Motion from the original 35mm negative by Imprint Films. The set includes a 4K UHD disc plus two Blu-rays with a 1080p presentation of the restoration and a Blu-ray dedicated to bonus features. Audio options include English DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 Surround and LPCM 2.0 Stereo, and the main feature offers optional English SDH/HOH subtitles.
Battle of Britain (1969), directed by Guy Hamilton and starring Michael Caine, Laurence Olivier and Trevor Howard, makes its worldwide 4K UHD debut from Imprint Films, November 26, 2025. The World War II epic — based on Derek Wood and Derek Dempster's book The Narrow Margin — follows the RAF’s 1940 defence against the Luftwaffe and features large-scale aerial sequences shot by Academy Award-winning cinematographer Freddie Young.
The release features new Dolby Vision presentation on 4K UHD, restored at Fidelity In Motion from the original 35mm negative by Imprint Films. The set includes a 4K UHD disc plus two Blu-rays with a 1080p presentation of the restoration and a Blu-ray dedicated to bonus features. Audio options include English DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 Surround and LPCM 2.0 Stereo, and the main feature offers optional English SDH/HOH subtitles.
Music features include the original theatrical score by Ron Goodwin with a single cue from Sir William Walton, an alternative score by Walton, and additional score selections.
Special features include newly made extras such as a documentary by Simon Lewis, a feature documentary with interviews from the original production crew, a commentary by film historians Steve Mitchell and Steven Jay Rubin, and an interview with another film historian Sheldon Hall. Archival extras include documentaries The Battle for the Battle of Britain (1969) and Why We Fight: The Battle of Britain (1943), along with a commentary by director Guy Hamilton, production manager Bernard Williams, documentary director Paul Annett, and assistant director Garth Thomas.
In the set there will also be featurettes Authenticity in the Air, A Film for the Few, and Recollections of an R.A.F. Squadron Leader, plus visual extras such as Images From the Sky, the original theatrical trailer.
Topping of the Limited Edition is an exclusive 100-page hardback booklet featuring essays by Simon Lewis and Dave Worrell, original production notes, cast & crew information and publicity photography.
Release Contents:
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NEW Dolby Vision Presentation on 4K UHD: Restored from the original 35mm negative by Imprint Films.
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Original Theatrical Score by Ron Goodwin: Includes a single cue from Sir William Walton.
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Alternative Score by Sir William Walton: Optional viewing experience with Walton’s full score.
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Score by Sir William Walton: Additional music options.
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NEW Documentary by Simon Lewis: A fresh look at the making of the film from a modern perspective.
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NEW Interview with Film Historian Sheldon Hall: In-depth discussion on the film’s production and legacy.
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NEW Feature Documentary: Includes interviews with members of the original production crew.
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NEW Audio Commentary: With film historians Steve Mitchell and Steven Jay Rubin.
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Audio Commentary: With director Guy Hamilton, production manager Bernard Williams, documentary director Paul Annett, and assistant director Garth Thomas.
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The Battle for the Battle of Britain (1969): Archival documentary produced alongside the film.
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Why We Fight: The Battle of Britain (1943): Propaganda film that helped shape public perception of the conflict.
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Authenticity in the Air (2004): Featurette examining the film’s dedication to historical accuracy.
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A Film for the Few (2004): Behind-the-scenes insights into the production.
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Recollections of an R.A.F. Squadron Leader (2004): Personal wartime memories and their connection to the film.
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Images From the Sky: Aerial visuals and production stills.
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Theatrical Trailer: Original promotional trailer.
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Booklet: Exclusive 100-page hardback booklet with essays by Simon Lewis and Dave Worrell, production notes, cast and crew info, and publicity photographs.
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More NEW Special Features TBC: Additional extras to come.
Release Date: November 26, 2025
Music features include the original theatrical score by Ron Goodwin with a single cue from Sir William Walton, an alternative score by Walton, and additional score selections.
Special features include newly made extras such as a documentary by Simon Lewis, a feature documentary with interviews from the original production crew, a commentary by film historians Steve Mitchell and Steven Jay Rubin, and an interview with another film historian Sheldon Hall. Archival extras include documentaries The Battle for the Battle of Britain (1969) and Why We Fight: The Battle of Britain (1943), along with a commentary by director Guy Hamilton, production manager Bernard Williams, documentary director Paul Annett, and assistant director Garth Thomas.
In the set there will also be featurettes Authenticity in the Air, A Film for the Few, and Recollections of an R.A.F. Squadron Leader, plus visual extras such as Images From the Sky, the original theatrical trailer.
Topping of the Limited Edition is an exclusive 100-page hardback booklet featuring essays by Simon Lewis and Dave Worrell, original production notes, cast & crew information and publicity photography.
Release Contents:
-
NEW Dolby Vision Presentation on 4K UHD: Restored from the original 35mm negative by Imprint Films.
-
Original Theatrical Score by Ron Goodwin: Includes a single cue from Sir William Walton.
-
Alternative Score by Sir William Walton: Optional viewing experience with Walton’s full score.
-
Score by Sir William Walton: Additional music options.
-
NEW Documentary by Simon Lewis: A fresh look at the making of the film from a modern perspective.
-
NEW Interview with Film Historian Sheldon Hall: In-depth discussion on the film’s production and legacy.
-
NEW Feature Documentary: Includes interviews with members of the original production crew.
-
NEW Audio Commentary: With film historians Steve Mitchell and Steven Jay Rubin.
-
Audio Commentary: With director Guy Hamilton, production manager Bernard Williams, documentary director Paul Annett, and assistant director Garth Thomas.
-
The Battle for the Battle of Britain (1969): Archival documentary produced alongside the film.
-
Why We Fight: The Battle of Britain (1943): Propaganda film that helped shape public perception of the conflict.
-
Authenticity in the Air (2004): Featurette examining the film’s dedication to historical accuracy.
-
A Film for the Few (2004): Behind-the-scenes insights into the production.
-
Recollections of an R.A.F. Squadron Leader (2004): Personal wartime memories and their connection to the film.
-
Images From the Sky: Aerial visuals and production stills.
-
Theatrical Trailer: Original promotional trailer.
-
Booklet: Exclusive 100-page hardback booklet with essays by Simon Lewis and Dave Worrell, production notes, cast and crew info, and publicity photographs.
-
More NEW Special Features TBC: Additional extras to come.
Release Date: November 26, 2025
Source: Blu-ray.com