Blaxploitation Classics Vol. 1: 4K Blu-ray Debuts on May 20
Shout! Studios delivers a must-have 12-disc set with restored ’70s classics featuring Pam Grier, Fred Williamson, Isaac Hayes, and more.
Shout! Studios is thrilled to announce the release of Blaxploitation Classics Vol. 1, marking its spectacular debut in a combined 4K UHD and Blu-ray 12-disc set. Available May 20, 2025, this collection revives classics from the iconic Blaxploitation subgenre of the '70s. Featuring cinematic luminaries like Pam Grier, Fred Williamson, Isaac Hayes, and Yaphet Kotto, this pioneering genre is now accessible in stunning 4K Ultra High Definition for enthusiasts worldwide.
The remarkable anthology includes Across 110th Street, Black Caesar, Hell Up in Harlem, Coffy, Sheba, Baby, and Truck Turner. For the first time ever, these celebrated films are newly restored from the original camera negatives. Included is an exciting documentary titled 'It’s Where The Action Is'—a deep dive into the heritage of the Blaxploitation filmmaking movement.
Collectors can pre-order now at ShoutFactory.com and look forward to added insights from interviews with figures like Director Jack Hill (Coffy). Each Blu-ray disc offers bonus features such as commentaries from filmmakers like Larry Cohen (Black Caesar), deeply enriching the viewing experience for aficionados.
As we revel in the nostalgia of groundbreaking black cinema, anticipate further treasures with Volume 2 set for release later this summer.
Release Contents:
- Across 110th Street: Presented In Dolby Vision; Disc 2 includes documentary and trailer
- Black Caesar: Presented In Dolby Vision; Audio commentary with Larry Cohen
- Hell Up in Harlem: Presented In Dolby Vision; Audio commentary with Larry Cohen
- Coffy: Discussions and comments by Jack Hill and Pam Grier
- Sheba, Baby: Presented In Dolby Vision; Commentary by David Sheldon
- Truck Turner: Directed commentary by Jonathan Kaplan
Release Date: 20/05/2025
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