The Quatermass Xperiment 4K Blu-ray by Hammer Films on June 9
Hammer Films to release Val Guest's classic in a 4K Blu-ray boxset with special features.
The Quatermass Xperiment, the chilling sci-fi classic directed by Val Guest, is set to receive its first-ever 4K Blu-ray and Blu-ray release, courtesy of Hammer Films. Arriving on June 9, this comprehensive boxset unfolds the terrifying narrative of unchecked scientific exploration. Featuring a gripping storyline by the legendary Nigel Kneale, the film showcases a catastrophic expedition where an astronaut returns to Earth, only to undergo a horrifying transformation. The ensuing panic and horror are documented as scientists scramble to comprehend and control the unfolding disaster.
This release is distinctively enriched with special features. Enthusiasts will find a set containing five discs: two in 4K Blu-ray and three standard Blu-rays, offering multilingual subtitles in English, French, Italian, Spanish, and German. Enthrall in nostalgia with the same episodes from the original BBC television series, accompanying the film in versions such as the widescreen UK Theatrical Version, As-Filmed Version, and US Theatrical Version retitled The Creeping Unknown.
The collection comes lavishly packaged in a debossed leather-feel slipcase with new artwork by cult artist Graham Humphreys. Additional exclusives include a double-sided poster, eight UK cinema lobby cards replicas, and a 180-page booklet filled with insightful articles. There’s also a 56-page comic from the 1970s magazine The House of Hammer.
For those eager to delve deeper, the boxset offers new commentaries from film historians Toby Hadoke, Stephen R. Bissette, Constantine Nasr, and others. Various documentaries explore Nigel Kneale’s influence, the film's production, and restoration process. This collection pairs original trailers, archived commentaries, and behind-the-scenes insights into a definitive experience.
Release Contents:
- Five Discs: Two 4K Blu-rays and three Blu-rays.
- Subtitles: English, French, Italian, Spanish, German.
- BBC Series Episodes: Original TV episodes included.
- Three Film Versions: Widescreen UK, As-Filmed, and US Theatrical.
- Audio Options: New 5.1 mix and original mono soundtrack.
- Packaging: Leather-feel slipcase with exclusive artwork.
- Extras: Poster, cinema lobby cards, booklets.
- New and Archive Commentaries: Insights with historians and cast.
- Documentaries & Interviews: Exploring creators and making of.
- More: Photo gallery, trailers, foreign titles.
Release Date: 09/06/2025
Source: Blu-ray.com