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Excalibur (1981) (4K Ultra HD)
John Boorman’s definitive and visually stunning Arthurian fantasy masterpiece arrives in an uncompromising native 4K physical media presentation! The atmospheric 1981 feature film Excalibur receives a standalone 4K Ultra HD release. Experience the grand myth of King Arthur, Merlin, and the Knights of the Round Table starring Nigel Terry, Helen Mirren, Nicol Williamson, Liam Neeson, and Patrick Stewart with clean video transfer and restored audio balance!
Why Experience Excalibur in 4K UHD?
The 4K Ultra HD disc delivers native 4K resolution complete with HDR10 and Dolby Vision visual encoding, capturing gleaming chrome armor, misty Irish wilderness landscapes, and vibrant color symbolism with reference clarity. Furthermore, the uncompressed multi-channel surround audio mix (DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1) reproduces the powerful classical operatic score (including Carl Orff's *Carmina Burana* and Richard Wagner's operatic works) and clashing sword combat with crisp acoustic balance.
"Whoso pulleth out this sword of this stone and anvil, is rightwise king born of all England..."
Following the death of King Uther Pendragon, Britain is plunged into dark ages of lawless warfare. Guided by the enigmatic sorcerer Merlin (Nicol Williamson), young Arthur (Nigel Terry) accidentally draws the enchanted sword Excalibur from a solid stone, proving his divine lineage as High King. Arthur unifies the warring barons and establishes the legendary kingdom of Camelot alongside his Knights of the Round Table. However, the golden age of peace is shattered by Queen Guinevere's tragic betrayal with Sir Lancelot and the dark sorcery of Arthur's half-sister, Morgana (Helen Mirren)...
💡 Production & Cast Highlights
- Early Career Showcase for Legends: Features early feature film performances by future international icons Liam Neeson (Sir Gawain) and Patrick Stewart (King Leondegrance).
- Academy Award® Nominated Cinematography: Alex Thomson’s dreamlike, atmospheric cinematography earned an Academy Award® nomination and a special award at the Cannes Film Festival.
- Gritty Irish Location Shooting: Filmed entirely on location in Ireland. The gleaming full-plate armor worn by the cast was extremely heavy, presenting physical challenges during rain-soaked battle scenes.
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SPECIAL FEATURES (2-DISC 4K ULTRA HD SPECIAL EDITION):
DISC 1 – FEATURE (4K ULTRA HD BLU-RAY):
• 4K restoration from the original 35mm negative by Arrow Films presented in its original aspect ratio of 1.66:1 for the first time on home video
• 4K (2160p) Ultra HD Blu-ray presentation of the Theatrical Cut in Dolby Vision (HDR10 compatible)
• Restored original lossless mono and DTS-HD MA 5.1 audio options
• Optional English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing
• Audio commentary by Brian Hoyle, author of The Cinema of John Boorman
• Audio commentary by filmmaker David Kittredge, director of Boorman and the Devil
• Archive audio commentary by director John Boorman
DISC 2 – EXTRAS (BLU-RAY):
• The Making of Excalibur: Myth into Movie, a 48-minute documentary directed by Neil Jordan during the production of Excalibur
• To Be a Knight and Follow a King, an interview with director John Boorman and actor Charley Boorman
• When Death Was but a Dream, an interview with creative associate Neil Jordan
• The Charm of Making, an interview with production designer Anthony Pratt
• Confessions of a Professional “Pain-in-the-ass”, an interview with 2nd unit director Peter MacDonald
• Anam Cara, a featurette on the working friendship of John Boorman and co-writer Rospo Pallenberg featuring a newly filmed interview with Pallenberg
• Divided Nature, a featurette by film historians Howard S. Berger and Kevin Marr
• Trailers
• Image galleries
• Reversible sleeve featuring original artwork options
