New on Home Video: “One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest on 4K Ultra HD + Digital

Warner Bros. Discovery Home Entertainment is bringing “One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest” to 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray for the very first time. Directed by Miloš Forman, the comedy-drama is considered by many to be one of greatest movies ever made. It’s also one of only three films to win all five major Oscars at the 48th Academy Awards. An all-star ensemble remains one of the biggest reasons this fascinating 1975 classic has stood the test of time.

This 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray edition of “One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest” includes a digital copy and will be available to purchase on November 11th. See below for a full synopsis of the film as well as a list of special features.

About the Film:

Year: 1975

Runtime: 133 Minutes

Director: Miloš Forman

Screenwriters: Lawrence Hauben, Bo Goldman

Cast: Jack Nicholson, Louise Fletcher, William Redfield, Christopher Lloyd, Will Sampson, Brad Dourif, Sydney Lassick, Danny DeVito, Dean Brooks, Michael Berryman, William Duell, Vincent Schiavelli, Scatman Crothers, Peter Brocco, Alonzo Brown, Phil Roth, Nathan George

Rating: R for violence and language

A feisty misfit sent to a mental hospital inspires his fellow patients to assert themselves, much to the chagrin of the strong-willed head nurse, who turns out to be more dangerous than any of the inmates. Based on the novel by Ken Kesey and the play by Dale Wasserman.

Special Features:

One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest” Digital release and 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Disc contains the following new and previously released special features:

  • Conversations on Cuckoo: Group Therapy (NEW)

Producer Michael Douglas leads a star-studded conversation with Danny DeVito, Christopher Lloyd and Brad Dourif on the unorthodox casting process that launched the careers of the famous ensemble fifty years ago.

  • Conversations on Cuckoo: Moviemaking Memories (NEW)

Memories of working with Jack Nicholson and director Miloš Forman and filming the Academy Award-winning film are shared by Producer Michael Douglas and cast members Danny DeVito, Christopher Lloyd, and Brad Dourif.

  • Completely Cuckoo

A fascinating behind-the-scenes look at the making of “One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest”, tracing the path from Ken Kesey’s 1962 novel to the 1963 Broadway play starring Kirk Douglas to the 1975 film that would sweep that year’s Academy Awards.

  • Deleted Scenes
    • Pecking Party (2:17)
    • Where are your Clothes? (1:50)
    • Meet Nurse Ratched (1:39)
    • First Group Therapy (2:36)
    • Shaving Chief (0:49)

First Glance: “Michael”

Music biopics have grown increasingly popular with studios. Just in the last few years we’ve seen onscreen biographies of such acts as Elvis Presley, Queen, Elton John, Whitney Houston, Bob Marley, Bob Dylan, and most recently Bruce Springsteen. Casting is already completed for The Beatles. But before their movie hits theaters, we’re getting “Michael”, a biopic based on the life of the King of Pop himself, Michael Jackson.

“Michael” is set to star Jaafar Jackson, son of Jermaine Jackson and nephew to Michael Jackson himself. The film is said to follow Michael’s journey from his introduction to stardom as a member of The Jackson 5 to his meteoric rise to global fame in the 1980s as a solo artist. The film also stars Miles Teller, Colman Domingo, and Nia Long, and is directed by Antoine Fuqua. Music biopics have varied wildly in quality and success. What should we expect from “Michael”? The new teaser gives us a taste.

“Michael” dances its way into theaters on April 24, 2026. Check out the trailer below and let me know if you’ll be seeing it or taking a pass.

First Glance: “Scream 7”

The “Scream” franchise keeps chugging along with the upcoming release of “Scream 7”. Wes Craven’s popular slasher film series began in 1996, lasting for four features before running out of steam in 2011. But the series returned in 2022 with a decent reboot only to drop the ball in 2023 with the dreadful “Scream VI”. But now its back with a new creative team, a new focus, and a brand new trailer. And just by first looks, there’s some fun to be had.

“Scream VI” welcomes back the series star Neve Campbell who returns as the original protagonist Sidney Prescott. She and her daughter Tatum (Isabel May) find their quiet, small town life disrupted by the murderous Ghost Face. The trailer also reveals a returning Courtney Cox as dogged reporter Gale Weathers. And it appears they aren’t the only veteran cast members to reappear. Kevin Williamson (who wrote three of the four original Scream movies) directs what looks to be a fun yet derivative sequel. Still, it can’t be much worse than the previous installment.

“Scream VI” slashes its way into theaters on February 27th. Check out the trailer below and let me know if you’ll be seeing it or taking a pass.

New on Home Video: “F1” on 4K Ultra HD + Digital

Warner Bros. Home Entertainment and Apple Original Films is bringing the high-octane summer blockbuster “F1” to home video. Fresh off directing two box office smash hits “Top Gun: Maverick” and “Twisters”, Joseph Kosinski helms this visually exhilarating yet character centered racing drama set in the world of Formula One. The film features an electric cast that includes Brad Pitt, Kerry Condon, Javier Bardem, and an eye-opening Damson Idris. This terrific home video edition vividly captures all the edge of your seat racing action that made this one of the must-see movies of the summer.

This 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray edition of “F1” includes a digital copy is available to purchase right now. See below for a full synopsis of the film as well as a list of special features.

About the Film:

Year: 2025

Runtime: 155 Minutes

Director: Joseph Kosinski

Screenwriter: Ehren Kruger 

Cast: Brad Pitt, Damson Idris, Kerry Condon, Tobias Menzies, Kim Bodnia, Javier Bardem, Sarah Niles, Will Merrick, Joseph Balderrama, Abdul Salis, Callie Cooke, Samson Kayo

Rating: PG-13 for strong language and violence

Dubbed “the greatest that never was,” Sonny Hayes (Brad Pitt) was FORMULA 1’s most promising phenom of the 1990s until an accident on the track nearly ended his career. Thirty years later, he’s a nomadic racer-for-hire when he’s approached by his former teammate Ruben Cervantes (Javier Bardem), owner of a struggling FORMULA 1 team that is on the verge of collapse.

Ruben convinces Sonny to come back to FORMULA 1 for one last shot at saving the team and being the best in the world. He’ll drive alongside Joshua Pearce (Damson Idris), the team’s hotshot rookie intent on setting his own pace. But as the engines roar, Sonny’s past catches up with him and he finds that in FORMULA 1, your teammate is your fiercest competition — and the road to redemption is not something you can travel alone.

Special Features:

“F1” 4K UHD and Blu-ray contain the following special features:  

  • Inside the “F1” Table Read (featurette) – 5:05
    • On June 19, 2023, the cast of F1 joined Director Joseph Kosinski and Producer Jerry Bruckheimer at Silverstone for a table read. As excitement and anticipation builds, the cast reminisce on the momentous occasion and reflect on their friendships.​
  • The Anatomy of a Crash (featurette) – 6:23
    • One of the most intense scenes in the film was loosely inspired by FORMULA 1 driver Romain Grosjean’s Bahrain crash in 2020. Take an in-depth look at how this technically challenging scene was filmed practically.​
  • Getting Up to Speed (featurette) – 5:00
    • Get the inside track on how Brad Pitt and Damson Idris became racing drivers. Lead driving choreographers Luciano Bacheta and Craig Dolby reveal the hard work and dedication that went into getting the cast behind the wheel and up to speed.​
  • APXGP Innovations (featurette) – 5:21
    • Each year, FORMULA 1 teams make serious engineering and technological advancements to their cars. The same can be said for the F1® crew, who worked hard across departments – sound, camera, RF, rigging, stunts and SFX – and found new ways to innovate.​
  • Making it to Silverstone (featurette) – 5:04
    • The first days of filming at the Formula 1 British Grand Prix 2023 at Silverstone took months, if not years, of planning and rehearsal of the Grid Walk and Formation Lap scenes. The goal: to shoot live without disturbing the integrity of the race.​
  • Lewis Hamilton: Producer (featurette) – 5:14
    • When Joseph Kosinski decided to make a film about the world of F1, the first person he called was 7-time World Drivers’ Champion Lewis Hamilton. Filmmakers discuss Hamilton’s value as a producer, how he influenced the script, his set visits and more!​
  • APXGP Sets and Locations Around the World (featurette) – 9:17
    • Welcome to the APXGP garage, designed to fit perfectly into the F1® paddock for filming across the globe. Go beyond the track to see how F1 teams McLaren, Williams, and Mercedes welcomed cast and crew into their factories and team facilities.​
  • APXGP and F1®: How it was Filmed (featurette) – 5:53
    • The cast and crew had one hour to film the exciting Red Flag sequence. As it was the climax of the film and the true culmination of the partnership between filmmakers and FORMULA 1, all 10 teams and cars flocked to the pit lane to participate!​
  • Sound of Speed (featurette) – 5:10
    • Join Hans Zimmer at AIR Studios for the first recording sessions of F1®’s epic score, with Jerry Bruckheimer joining the session to witness the magic. Zimmer reflects on his desire for the sound of the cars to influence the music of the orchestra.

First Glance: “Send Help” (First Trailer & Poster)

Sam Raimi is back with “Send Help”, a twisted genre-bending experience that stars Rachel McAdams and Dylan O’Brien. It’s Raimi’s first film since 2022’s “Doctor Strange and the Multiverse of Madness”. Rather than playing in established cinematic universes, this time Raimi is making a wildly original film although one full of fun inspirations from “Misery” to “Cast Away”. The new trailer gives us a good grasp of what Raimi is going for by revealing a dark comedy that turns into full-blown survival horror.

McAdams plays Linda Liddle, a meek and modest office worker in a big city firm ran by the weaselly prig Bradley (O’Brien). The degradation from her snobbish jerk of a boss is taking its toll on her. But the tables are turned after a plane crash over the ocean leaves the pair stranded on a deserted island. The two sole survivors must work together if they want to survive. But Bradley’s arrogant sense of control pushes Linda too far, and she quickly lets him know there is a new boss in charge. The trailer is a perfect setup for this crazy blend of humor and horror. I can’t wait to see it.

“Send Help” crashes into theaters on January 30th. Check out the trailer below and let me know if you’ll be seeing it or taking a pass.

New on Home Video: “Weapons” on 4K Ultra HD + Digital

Warner Bros. Discovery Home Entertainment is bringing one of the best horror movies of 2025 to home video. “Weapons” is writer-director Zach Cregger’s follow-up to his 2022 film “Barbarian”. It’s a movie that earns its scares as a horror movie. But it also plays wonderfully as a suspenseful mystery thriller. The film was a box office success, earning nearly $240 million against its $38 million budget. Now this gripping and genuinely chilling feature is available to own. Read my full review of the film [HERE]

This terrific 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray edition of “Weapons” includes a digital copy and will be available to purchase on October 14th. See below for a full synopsis of the film as well as a list of special features.

About the Film:

Year: 2025

Runtime: 128 Minutes

Director: Zach Cregger

Screenwriter: Zach Cregger

Cast: Julia Garner, Josh Brolin, Alden Ehrenreich, Benedict Wong, Amy Madigan, Toby Huss, Austin Abrams, Cary Christopher, Whitmer Thomas, Callie Schuttera, June Diane Raphael

Rating: R for strong bloody violence and grisly images, language throughout, some sexual content and drug use

When all but one child from the same class mysteriously vanish on the same night at exactly the same time, a community is left questioning who or what is behind their disappearance.

Special Features:

Weapons” Digital, 4K UHD, and Blu-ray contain the following special features:  

  • Director Zach Cregger: Making Horror Personal (featurette)
    • Zach Cregger unravels the intricate origins of Weapons. In this insightful exclusive, he details the initial sparks of inspiration that ignited the project, revealing how elements of his own life experiences found their way into the film’s core.
  • Weaponized: The Cast of Weapons (featurette)
    • An ensemble piece showcasing the stark personalities and combative dynamic between the different characters, as well as the motivations that lead them down the path of mystery, conflict, and death.
  • Weapons: Texture of Terror (featurette)
    • Maybrook, a seemingly perfect town, harbors a darkness that runs deeper than its charming façade. Tom Hammock, along with key cast and crew, delves into the intricacies of designing the terror that grips this unsuspecting community.