Criterion Collection: Sorcerer 4K Blu-ray Available June 24, 2025

Criterion Collection is proud to release a definitive 4K Blu-ray edition of Sorcerer, William Friedkin's riveting thriller. Long overlooked, this cinematic gem has grown in accolades, merging unnerving storytelling with brilliant soundscapes by Tangerine Dream. The reissue brings a new 4K restoration with advanced audio options, ensuring every pulse-pounding moment is experienced in utmost clarity.

This tale is set in a remote Latin American village where four criminals unite for a risky venture—transporting volatile explosives across treacherous terrain. Every nerve-wracking second echoes Friedkin's masterful direction, making it a quintessential piece for collectors and new viewers alike.

Exclusive additions complement this release. Friedkin Uncut delivers dynamic insights, bringing together voices like Wes Anderson, Francis Ford Coppola, and more to discuss Friedkin's impact on the film industry. Delve deeper with archival interviews, intimate conversations with notable filmmakers, and rare behind-the-scenes footage showcasing the creative force behind the camera.

Release Contents:

NEW 4K RESTORATION: Approved by director William Friedkin with DTS-HD Master Audio.

DOLBY VISION/HDR PRESENTATION: Enjoy enhanced video quality.

Alternate 2.0 surround DTS-HD Master Audio soundtrack: An alternative audio experience.

Friedkin Uncut (2018): Documentary featuring interviews with renowned filmmakers.

Conversation between James Gray and Sean Fennessey: Insights on film artistry.

Archival audio interviews: With writer Walon Green and editor Bud Smith.

Conversation from 2015: Between Friedkin and Nicolas Winding Refn.

Behind-the-scenes footage: Exclusive on-set moments.

Trailer and English subtitles: For the deaf and hard of hearing.

PLUS: Essay by Justin Chang: A film critic deep dive into the movie's significance.

Release Date: 24/06/2025