We have rounded up some of the latest horror/science fiction genre DVD & Blu-ray releases in the UK for the week beginning 5th September 2022.
TAMMY AND THE T-REX
101 Films presents Tammy and the T-Rex, a jaw-dropping assault on good taste from cult filmmaker Stewart Raffill (The Ice Pirates), released for the first time in the UK. Starring Denise Richards and Paul Walker in early roles, the film was originally released in the USA with a PG-13 rating. This release features the recently restored ‘Gore Cut’, presented as originally conceived in all its gore-filled glory, featuring the stellar work of special make-up effects legend John Carl Buechler.
Tammy is a popular high school cheerleader whose new boyfriend, Michael, might be the love of her life. But Tammy’s jealous ex, Billy, won’t stand for anyone coming between him and ‘his’ girl, so he and his friends kidnap Michael, leaving him to be mauled by a lion in a local wildlife reserve. Comatose and at death’s door, Michael’s body is stolen from the hospital by mad scientist Dr. Wachenstein, who extracts his brain and implants it into a giant robotic T-Rex. Horrified by his predicament and new dinosaur body, Michael escapes from the doctor’s lab and begins brutally killing his former bullies. Meanwhile Tammy and her best friend Byron start searching for a suitable human corpse in which to re-transplant Michael’s brain…
Out now on UMD Mini for PSP from 101 Films
HELLBENDER
16-year-old Izzy (played by Zelda Adams) lives in isolation with Mother (Zelda’s real-life mum, Toby Poser) because she has a rare immune disorder. Or so she is told.
After befriending Amber (sister Lulu Adams), Izzy questions the reality of her disease. And when she eats a live worm as part of a teenage game, she develops a hunger for living things and learns she and Mother are the latest in a line of “hellbenders”, and have inherited ancient abilities.
Out now on DVD from Acorn
BUNKER 717
Three students decide to celebrate their graduation with a visit of the Paris catacombs. When they discover the legendary Bunker 717, little do they know it’s not the only thing Nazi soldiers have left behind. Something, someone, is hunting them. Trapped deep underground, the group needs to get out before it’s too late…
Out now on DVD from Lightbulb Film Distribution
DAY OF THE DEAD – Season 1
Inspired by George A. Romero’s 1985 masterpiece and one of the most popular horror franchises of all time, Day of the Dead is the intense story of six strangers trying to survive the first 24 hours of an undead invasion.
Romero’s famous flesh-eaters reminds us that sometimes all it takes to bring people together is a horde of hungry zombies trying to rip them apart. But unlike most zombie tales, Day of the Dead isn’t the story of a crisis bringing out the worst in people. Instead, it’s an ass-kicking adventure about how our differences become strengths and how we band together when the world goes crazy around us.
Starring Lucia Walters, Miranda Frigon, Christopher Russell and Kristy Dawn Dinsmore
Out now on Blu-ray and DVD from Dazzler Media
DOCTOR WHO – THE ABOMINABLE SNOWMEN
In the 17th century, an old Tibetan friend of the Doctor’s reached out and touched the mind of an alien disembodied energy, known only as the Great Intelligence, giving it a conduit to Earth.
300 years later, the Doctor revisits the Himalayas because he wants to return the Holy Ghanta, an ancient relic he was given many centuries ago by the grateful monks and their Master, Padmasambhava, at Det-Sen Monastery. On arriving however, the Doctor is treated as a villain – blamed for a series of brutal murders in the area. Jamie and Victoria meanwhile discover the true culprits – the previously peaceful Yeti that live in seclusion on the mountainside have apparently turned violent.
The Doctor must convince the monks that not only is he not their enemy, but the real foe – and the power controlling the Yeti – is living amongst them.
Most of the original 1967 master recordings of the six-part adventure ‘The Abominable Snowmen’ were lost soon after the programme’s original transmission. However, audio-only recordings of all the episodes have survived and have been used here to create six brand new fully animated presentations of this lost classic, as well as the one surviving segment, Episode Two.
Out now on Steelbook Blu-ray from BBC
DOCTOR WHO – THE ABOMINABLE SNOWMEN
In the 17th century, an old Tibetan friend of the Doctor’s reached out and touched the mind of an alien disembodied energy, known only as the Great Intelligence, giving it a conduit to Earth.
300 years later, the Doctor revisits the Himalayas because he wants to return the Holy Ghanta, an ancient relic he was given many centuries ago by the grateful monks and their Master, Padmasambhava, at Det-Sen Monastery. On arriving however, the Doctor is treated as a villain – blamed for a series of brutal murders in the area. Jamie and Victoria meanwhile discover the true culprits – the previously peaceful Yeti that live in seclusion on the mountainside have apparently turned violent.
The Doctor must convince the monks that not only is he not their enemy, but the real foe – and the power controlling the Yeti – is living amongst them.
Most of the original 1967 master recordings of the six-part adventure ‘The Abominable Snowmen’ were lost soon after the programme’s original transmission. However, audio-only recordings of all the episodes have survived and have been used here to create six brand new fully animated presentations of this lost classic, as well as the one surviving segment, Episode Two.
Out now on Blu-ray and DVD from BBC
STAR TREK: THE MOTION PICTURE – The Director’s Edition – THE COMPLETE ADVENTURE
Director Robert Wise’s definitive vision—eagerly anticipated by STAR TREK fans for over two decades— is now meticulously restored and remastered in 4K Ultra HD with HDR-10 and Dolby Vision for optimal picture and Dolby Atmos for immersive sound. This must-have, limited collector’s edition—THE COMPLETE ADVENTURE—exclusively contains a 4K Ultra HD with HDR-10 and Dolby Vision disc featuring the “Special Longer Version” of STAR TREK: THE MOTION PICTURE, alongside the original 1979 theatrical cut. Housed in deluxe packaging, this set also includes merchandise reproductions and a detailed archival booklet, as well as a bonus Blu-ray™ with hours of new and legacy special features, including extensive behind-the-scenes footage, deleted scenes, and more. The adventure begins when an unidentified alien intruder destroys three powerful Klingon cruisers. Captain James T. Kirk boldly returns to the helm of a newly transformed U.S.S. Enterprise to take command. This bold adventure launched one of the longest running movie franchises of all time and features the cast of the original STAR TREK series, including William Shatner, Leonard Nimoy, DeForest Kelley, GeorgeTakei, Nichelle Nichols, Walter Koenig, James Doohan and Marjel Barrett. This 5-disc set includes the new Director’s Edition, the theatrical cut, and a special longer cut all on 4K Ultra HD along with the newly remastered director’s cut on Blu-ray™, the previously released theatrical cut on Blu-ray™ and special features on Blu-ray™. The set is presented in deluxe packaging along with exclusive collectibles, including reproductions of original promotional material, a booklet with behind-the-scenes images, stickers, and more.
Out now on 4K UHD + Blu-ray from Paramount Home Entertainment
STAR TREK: THE MOTION PICTURE – The Director’s Edition
Director Robert Wise’s definitive vision—eagerly anticipated by STAR TREK fans for over two decades—is now meticulously restored and remastered in 4K Ultra HD with HDR-10 and Dolby Vision for optimal picture and Dolby Atmos for immersive sound. This must-have release features a bonus Blu-ray disc with hours of new and legacy special features, including extensive behind the scenes footage, deleted scenes, and more. The adventure begins when an unidentified alien intruder destroys three powerful Klingon cruisers. Captain James T. Kirk boldly returns to the helm of a newly transformed U.S.S. Enterprise to take command. This bold adventure launched one of the longest running movie franchises of all time and features the cast of the original STAR TREK series, including William Shatner, Leonard Nimoy, DeForest Kelley, George Takei, Nichelle Nichols, Walter Koenig, and James Doohan.
Out now on 4K UHD + Blu-ray from Paramount Home Entertainment
STAR TREK: THE MOTION PICTURE – The Director’s Edition
Director Robert Wise’s definitive vision in HD—eagerly anticipated by STAR TREK fans for over two decades—is now meticulously restored and remastered for optimal picture and sound. This must-have release features a bonus disc with hours of new and legacy special features, including extensive behind the scenes footage, deleted scenes, and more. The adventure begins when an unidentified alien intruder destroys three powerful Klingon cruisers. Captain James T. Kirk boldly returns to the helm of a newly transformed U.S.S. Enterprise to take command. This bold adventure launched one of the longest running movie franchises of all time and features the cast of the original STAR TREK series, including William Shatner, Leonard Nimoy, DeForest Kelley, George Takei, Nichelle Nichols, Walter Koenig, and James Doohan.
Out now on Blu-ray from Paramount Home Entertainment
STAR TREK II: THE WRATH OF KHAN
“One of the most celebrated and essential adventures from the STAR TREK universe, STAR TREK II: THE WRATH OF KHAN comes to 4K UHD with HDR-10 and Dolby Vision, boldly remastered from the original film elements. On routine training manoeuvres, Admiral James T. Kirk seems resigned that this may be the last space mission of his career. But an adversary from the past has returned with a vengeance. Aided by his exiled band of genetic supermen, Khan (Ricardo Montalban)—brilliant renegade of 20th century Earth—has raided Space Station Regula One, stolen the top-secret device called Project Genesis, wrested control of another Federation starship, and now schemes to set a most deadly trap for his old enemy Kirk…with the threat of a universal Armageddon. Both the original theatrical cut and the Director’s cut are included, alongside an array of special features.
Out now on 4K UHD + Blu-ray from Paramount Home Entertainment
STAR TREK III: THE SEARCH FOR SPOCK
“The third installment of the original motion picture saga comes to 4K UHD with HDR-10 and Dolby Vision, boldly remastered from the original film elements. Admiral Kirk’s defeat of Khan and the creation of the Genesis planet are empty victories. Spock is dead and McCoy is inexplicably being driven insane. Then a visit from Spock’s father provides a startling revelation: McCoy is harbouring Spock’s living essence. Kirk attempts to steal the U.S.S. Enterprise and defy Starfleet’s Genesis planet quarantine to search for his friend, but the Klingons are planning a deadly rendezvous.
Out now on 4K UHD + Blu-ray from Paramount Home Entertainment
STAR TREK VI: THE VOYAGE HOME
“The fourth movie of the original motionpicture saga comes to 4K UHD with HDR-10 and DolbynVision, boldly remastered from the original film elements. When a mysterious alien power threatens the atmosphere of Earth in the 23rd Century, Kirk and his crew must time travel back to 1986 San Francisco to save mankind. Exploring this strange new world, they encounter punk rock, pizza and exact-change buses that are as alien as anything in the far reaches of the galaxy. STAR TREK IV: THE VOYAGE HOME is a thrilling, action-packed, and often hysterical fan favourite.
Out now on 4K UHD + Blu-ray from Paramount Home Entertainment
STAR TREK V: THE FINAL FRONTIER
“The fifth movie of the original motion picture saga comes to 4K UHD with HDR-10 and Dolby Vision, boldly remastered from the original film elements. The crew of the Federation starship Enterprise is summoned to Nimbus III to negotiate a kidnapping from a renegade Vulcan, who turns out to be a relative of Spock. Soon, they’re set on a course for the center of the galaxy, exploring his obsessive search for a mysterious planet that could quite possibly be the source of all life.
Out now on 4K UHD + Blu-ray from Paramount Home Entertainment
STAR TREK V: THE FINAL FRONTIER
“The fifth movie of the original motion picture saga looks better than ever on Blu-ray ™, boldly remastered from a 4K scan of the original film elements. The crew of the Federation starship Enterprise is summoned to Nimbus III to negotiate a kidnapping from a renegade Vulcan, who turns out to be a relative of Spock. Soon, they’re set on a course for the center of the galaxy, exploring his obsessive search for a mysterious planet that could quite possibly be the source of all life.
Out now on Blu-ray from Paramount Home Entertainment
STAR TREK VI: THE UNDISCOVERED COUNTRY
“The sixth STAR TREK movie, and the last to feature a group appearance of the original television series cast, comes to 4K UHD with HDR-10 and Dolby Vision, boldly remastered from the original film elements After years of war, the Federation and the Klingon empire find themselves on the brink of a peace summit. Before negotiations even begin, a Klingon ship is nearly destroyed, and the apparent attack may be from the Enterprise. Now, the crew must brace for what may be their deadliest encounter. Both the original theatrical cut and the Director’s cut are included, alongside an array of special features.
Out now on 4K UHD + Blu-ray from Paramount Home Entertainment
STAR TREK VI: THE UNDISCOVERED COUNTRY
“The sixth STAR TREK movie, and the last to feature a group appearance of the original television series cast, looks better than ever on Blu-ray, boldly remastered from a 4K scan of the original film elements. After years of war, the Federation and the Klingon empire find themselves on the brink of a peace summit. Before negotiations even begin, a Klingon ship is nearly destroyed, and the apparent attack may be from the Enterprise. Now, the crew must brace for what may be their deadliest encounter.
Out now on Blu-ray from Paramount Home Entertainment
STAR TREK: THE ORIGINAL MOTION PICTURE COLLECTION (1-6)
“All six original STAR TREK big screen adventures come to 4K UHD in one must-have collection. Starring the original series cast–including William Shatner, Leonard Nimoy, DeForest Kelley, George Takei, Nichelle Nichols, Walter Koenig, and James Doohan–all have been remastered with HDR-10 and Dolby Vision for optimum picture quality from their original film elements. This new collection includes STAR TREK: THE MOTION PICTURE—THE DIRECTOR’S EDITION, in addition to the original theatrical cut, as well as the Director’s Cut of STAR TREK II: THE WRATH OF KHAN and STAR TREK VI: THE UNDISCOVERED COUNTRY. Packed with hours of special features, it is an essential STAR TREK collection for fans and beyond! STAR TREK: THE MOTION PICTURE – The Director’s Edition Director Robert Wise’s definitive vision—eagerly anticipated by STAR TREK fans for over two decades—is now meticulously restored and remastered in 4K Ultra HD with HDR-10 and Dolby Vision for optimal picture and Dolby Atmos for immersive sound. This must-have release features a bonus Blu-ray disc with hours of new and legacy special features, including extensive behind the scenes footage, deleted scenes, and more. The adventure begins when an unidentified alien intruder destroys three powerful Klingon cruisers. Captain James T. Kirk boldly returns to the helm of a newly transformed U.S.S. Enterprise to take command. This bold adventure launched one of the longest running movie franchises of all time and features the cast of the original STAR TREK series, including William Shatner, Leonard Nimoy, DeForest Kelley, George Takei, Nichelle Nichols, Walter Koenig, and James Doohan. STAR TREK: THE MOTION PICTURE – Theatrical Remastered STAR TREK II: THE WRATH OF KHAN One of the most celebrated and essential adventures from the STAR TREK universe, STAR TREK II: THE WRATH OF KHAN comes to 4K UHD with HDR-10 and Dolby Vision, boldly remastered from the original film elements. On routine training manoeuvres, Admiral James T. Kirk seems resigned that this may be the last space mission of his career. But an adversary from the past has returned with a vengeance. Aided by his exiled band of genetic supermen, Khan (Ricardo Montalban)—brilliant renegade of 20th century Earth—has raided Space Station Regula One, stolen the top-secret device called Project Genesis, wrested control of another Federation starship, and now schemes to set a most deadly trap for his old enemy Kirk…with the threat of a universal Armageddon. Both the original theatrical cut and the Director’s cut are included, alongside an array of special features. STAR TREK III: THE SEARCH FOR SPOCK The third installment of the original motion picture saga comes to 4K UHD with HDR-10 and Dolby Vision, boldly remastered from the original film elements. Admiral Kirk’s defeat of Khan and the creation of the Genesis planet are empty victories. Spock is dead and McCoy is inexplicably being driven insane. Then a visit from Spock’s father provides a startling revelation: McCoy is harbouring Spock’s living essence. Kirk attempts to steal the U.S.S. Enterprise and defy Starfleet’s Genesis planet quarantine to search for his friend, but the Klingons are planning a deadly rendezvou STAR TREK IV: THE VOYAGE HOME The fourth movie of the original motionpicture saga comes to 4K UHD with HDR-10 and DolbynVision, boldly remastered from the original film elements. When a mysterious alien power threatens the atmosphere of Earth in the 23rd Century, Kirk and his crew must time travel back to 1986 San Francisco to save mankind. Exploring this strange new world, they encounter punk rock, pizza and exact-change buses that are as alien as anything in the far reaches of the galaxy. STAR TREK IV: THE VOYAGE HOME is a thrilling, action-packed, and often hysterical fan favourite. STAR TREK V: THE FINAL FRONTIER The fifth movie of the original motion picture saga comes to 4K UHD with HDR-10 and Dolby Vision, boldly remastered from the original film elements. The crew of the Federation starship Enterprise is summoned to Nimbus III to negotiate a kidnapping from a renegade Vulcan, who turns out to be a relative of Spock. Soon, they’re set on a course for the center of the galaxy, exploring his obsessive search for a mysterious planet that could quite possibly be the source of all life. STAR TREK VI: THE UNDISCOVERED COUNTRY The sixth STAR TREK movie, and the last to feature a group appearance of the original television series cast, comes to 4K UHD with HDR-10 and Dolby Vision, boldly remastered from the original film elements After years of war, the Federation and the Klingon empire find themselves on the brink of a peace summit. Before negotiations even begin, a Klingon ship is nearly destroyed, and the apparent attack may be from the Enterprise. Now, the crew must brace for what may be their deadliest encounter. Both the original theatrical cut and the Director’s cut are included, alongside an array of special features.
Out now on 4K UHD + Blu-ray from Paramount Home Entertainment
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