Warner Brothers Home Entertainment has given 2022’s “A Christmas Story Christmas” a home video release. This warmhearted legacy sequel to the 1983 perennial holiday classic “A Christmas Story” first released exclusively on the streaming platform HBO Max. Now it’s available to own on DVD (hopefully a Blu-ray version will follow). The film sees many of the original cast returning in what turned out to be a worthwhile follow-up to the beloved original film. Read my review of the movie HERE.

About the Film:

Year: 2022

Runtime: 98 Minutes

Director: Clay Kaytis

Screenwriter: Nick Schenk and Clay Kaytis

Story By: Nick Schenk and Peter Billingsley

Cast: Peter Billingsley, Erinn Hayes, Scott Schwartz, R.D. Robb, Zack Ward, Julie Hagerty, Ian Petrella, River Drosche, Julianna Layne, David Gillespie

Ralphie is all grown up in this sequel to the annual holiday favorite in which he must deal with Christmas and all that comes with it, this time as a dad. Peter Billingsley returns to the role that has made kids of all ages anticipate Christmas morning like no other.

Figuring out the categories of Marvel movies has become an arduous undertaking. Of course we all know about the burdensome Marvel Cinematic Universe and all of its feature films and streaming television shows. But there is also Sony’s Spider-Man Universe which has given us two “Venom” movies, “Morbius”, and next year’s “Kraven the Hunter” (connections exist to the MCU and the “Spider-Verse” movies but enough of that). Now the SSU is preparing us for “Madame Web” by releasing the first trailer of the Dakota Johnson led superhero flick.

Since being announced “Madame Web” has been a hard movie to figure out and the strangely interesting but silly trailer only adds to the confusion (or suspense, depending on how optimistic you are). S.J. Clarkson directs this odd looking story of Cassandra Webb (Johnson), a paramedic who suddenly gains the ability to see the immediate future. She plays mother hen to three other empowered young women (played by Sydney Sweeney, Celeste O’Conner, and Isabela Merced). Meanwhile Tahar Rahim plays the film’s villain and may be the most interesting thing out of the trailer. I don’t know about this one….

“Madame Web” hits theaters in early 2024. Check out the trailer below and let me know if you’ll be seeing it or taking a pass.

Next week Warner Brothers Home Video is releasing the classic 1993 action thriller “The Fugitive” in 4K resolution with High Dynamic Range for the very first time. Directed by Andrew Davis and anchored by two thrilling performances from Harrison Ford and Tommy Lee Jones, “The Fugitive” received widespread acclaim which culminated in 7 Academy Award nominations including a Best Supporting Actor win for Jones. This terrific new restoration is a great way to celebrate the film’s 30th anniversary.

This 4K Ultra HD edition of “The Fugitive” comes with a digital copy of the film and releases on November 21st. See below for a full synopsis and release information.

About the Film:

Year: 1993

Runtime: 130 Minutes

Director: Andrew Davis

Screenwriter: Jeb Stuart and David Twohy

Story By: David Twohy

Cast: Harrison Ford, Tommy Lee Jones, Sela Ward, Joe Pantoliano, Andreas Katsulas, Jeroen Krabbé, Daniel Roebuck, Tom Wood, Julianne Moore, Jane Lynch, L. Scott Caldwell, Ron Dean

Rating: PG-13 for a Murder and Other Action Sequences in an Adventure Setting

“The Fugitive” stars Academy Award nominee Harrison Ford as Dr. Richard Kimble and Tommy Lee Jones as Deputy U.S. Marshall Sam Gerard. The film also stars Sela Ward, Joe Pantoliano, Andreas Katsulas, and Jeroen Krabbé. The film is based the television series “The Fugitive” which was created by Roy Huggins and ran from 1963 to 1967. The film was produced by Arnold Koppelson.

Special Features:

“The Fugitive“ Ultra HD Blu-ray disc contains the following previously released special features:

• Introduction by Andrew Davis and Harrison Ford
• Commentary by Andrew Davis and Tommy Lee Jones
• “The Fugitive: Thrill of the Chase”
• “On the Run with the Fugitive”
• “Derailed: Anatomy of a Train Wreck”
• Theatrical Trailer

Denzel Washington’s “The Equalizer 3” releases on home video today and I’m thrilled to announce an exciting free giveaway. A special 4K Ultra HD Steelbook edition of “The Equalizer 3” will be available exclusively at Best Buy. It features the film in stunning 4K Ultra HD and also comes packed with Blu-ray and digital copies of the film. This new steelbook looks amazing and they’re sure to go fast. But don’t worry…

I’ll be giving away a copy of this exclusive “The Equalizer 3” steelbook to one lucky winner courtesy of Sony Pictures Home Entertainment.

The rules to enter are easy. Simply tell me your favorite Denzel Washington movie in the comments section below and you’ll be entered. Be sure to *INCLUDE YOUR NAME* and follow me on Twitter/X, check back here, or include a way to contact you (email address, etc.) in case you win. One name will be randomly drawn from all the entries on November 17th and the winner will be announced and can claim their prize.

Head to the comments now and tell me your favorite Denzel Washington movie and you’ll have a chance to win.

Zack Snyder’s sprawling, highly original, big budget space opera “Rebel Moon” gave us a nice teaser trailer a couple of months back. This past weekend Snyder and Netflix released their first full trailer for the first film in what is set to be an epic two-parter. This new look at “Part One: A Child of Fire” sees the director and co-writer telling a story uniquely his own. I for one can’t wait to see what he has imagined and created.

The film stars Sofia Boutella as the fiercely driven Kora who rallies together a team of warriors from across the galaxy to take on the powerful and oppressive Imperium and its tyrannical ruler Regent Balisarius (Fra Fee). This action-heavy first chapter looks to be full of cool characters, exciting locations, and plenty of eye-popping set pieces. It also features an intriguing supporting cast that includes Charlie Hunnam, Djimon Hounsou, Michiel Huisman, Staz Nair, Doona Bae, Ray Fisher, Jena Malone, Ed Skrein, and the voicework of Anthony Hopkins.

“Rebel Moon – Part One: A Child of Fire” releases December 15th on Netflix. Check out the trailer below and let me know if you’ll be seeing it or taking a pass.

David Fincher’s “The Killer” premieres TODAY on Netflix and it should immediately be put near the top of your queue. Michael Fassbender gives a lights-out turn as a cold, calculated, and extremely efficient hitman who finds himself breaking his own rules to pay back those who have turned against him. Not only is the smart and stylish action-thriller one of 2023’s best movies, it also features what might be my favorite movie posters to release this year.

So make plans to watch “The Killer” this weekend (you can read my full review HERE). In the meantime, check out the three stunning posters designed by Neil Kellerhouse and illustrated by James Patterson.