Excalibur (Arrow Video Blu-ray)

From director John Boorman, known for Point Blank, Deliverance, and Zardoz, comes the definitive cinematic telling of the life and enduring legend of King Arthur, from birth to death and beyond. Experience the epic tale of the Sword of Power, forged when the world was young, given by Merlin to Uther Pendragon, and driven into stone awaiting a true King.

This release chronicles Arthur's journey, the Knights of the Round Table, the golden age of Camelot, and the quest for the Holy Grail. Featuring an extraordinary cast and stunning visuals, this version returns in a magnificent 4K restoration.

• Definitive cinematic telling of the King Arthur legend by director John Boorman.
• Stunning 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.
• Features an extraordinary cast including Helen Mirren, Liam Neeson, Nicol Williamson, and Nigel Terry.
• Oscar-nominated cinematography by Alex Thomson and a score by Trevor Jones.
• Includes 2-Disc Special Edition contents with extensive extras.

This is a 2-Disc Special Edition Blu-ray set:

• 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.
• High Definition (1080p) Blu-ray presentation of Theatrical Cut.
• 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.

• The Making of Excalibur: Myth into Movie, a 48-minute documentary directed by Neil Jordan during the production.
• To Be a Knight and Follow a King, an interview with director John Boorman and actor Charley Bo.

• Media Format: Blu-ray
• Run Time: 2 hours and 21 minutes
• Language: English
• Actors: Helen Mirren, Liam Neeson, Nicol Williamson, Nigel Terry
• Director: John Boorman
• Age Rating: Suitable for 15 years and over
• Studio: Arrow Video

Experience the wonders and horrors of imagination in this legendary Arthurian epic, now presented with superior picture and sound quality.