Warner Bros. Discovery Home Entertainment is celebrating the 30th anniversary of “Sleepers” by bringing the film to 4K Ultra HD for the very first time. This newly remastered version of the 1996 thriller brings back this fittingly dark and expertly structured story that remains disturbingly relevant today. Based on the book of the same name by Lorenzo Carcaterra, “Sleepers” is written and directed by Oscar winner Barry Levinson and features an incredible star-studded cast.
“Sleepers” will be available on 4K Ultra HD and Digital on April 21st. See below for a full synopsis of the film as well as release information including a list of special features.
About the Film:
Year: 1996
Runtime: 148 Minutes
Director: Barry Levinson
Screenwriter: Barry Levinson
Cast: Robert De Niro, Dustin Hoffman, Kevin Bacon, Brad Pitt, Jason Patric, Bruno Kirby, Ron Eldard, Billy Crudup, Minnie Driver, Vittorio Gassman, Terry Kinney, Peter McRobbie, Jeffrey Donovan, Eugene Byrd, Wendell Pierce
Rating: R for language, graphic violence and two scenes of strong sexual content
Four ordinary boys. A harmless prank gone awry. Their childhood innocence forever shattered, they vow to avenge its loss in the haunting drama Sleepers. Sentenced to spend time at a reform school for their reckless behavior, four basically good boys from a bad neighborhood suffer a horrible fate while there. Forced to perform unspeakable acts by the very adults entrusted to watch over them, the young quartet barely survives the ordeal. A decade and a half later, nothing can erase the painful memories. But neighborhood justice, with a little support from a loyal priest, helps even the score.
Special Features:
Sleepers Digital release and 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Disc contain the following new special features:
- The Making of SLEEPERS: A Conversation with Barry Levinson (NEW)Uncover the inner workings of creating the film, from the production design to adopting the novel into a screenplay, with director Barry Levinson.
- SLEEPERS: The Art of Casting with Director Barry Levinson (NEW)Director Barry Levinson delves into the intricacies of crafting the roles of this star-studded cast.
Keith & the Movies 
Not seen this but Phil has a couple of times – reckons it’s too harrowing for me 🥴
It is harrowing and therefore not eagerly recommended. However it is also unique in the greyness of a decision being made at the court room. powerful performances.
Very well described Martin.
Thank you. like you said , it is a tough watch. But it is memorable.
Thank you Martin, I’ll find it and do it.
Youre welcome. it deals with the ugliest crime of humanity. therefore it’s understandable if it repulses viewers. but hopefully you can keep watching and find interest in how the crime gets dealt with afterwards.
I will be back to let you know how I do!
I’m looking forward to hearing your thoughts.
It’s a REALLY tough watch! My wife acknowledges that its a good movie but she will not watch it again. And I get why.
See above reply to Martin.