A Holiday Eruption: Dante’s Peak is Coming to 4K Blu-ray!
Get ready to relive one of the hottest disaster movies of the 90s! If you grew up watching mountains explode and heroes outrun pyroclastic clouds, then this news is for you. The 1997 classic, Dante’s Peak, is getting a spectacular 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray release, and it’s set to land on December 16, just in time for the holidays.
Forget boring sweaters; this is the perfect gift for the action movie lover in your life.
Why We Still Love This Volcanic Thriller
Remember 1997? It was a huge year for disaster flicks. We had two major volcano movies battling for our attention. In one corner, there was Volcano, with Tommy Lee Jones fighting lava flows in downtown Los Angeles. In the other, we had Dante’s Peak, a story that felt a little more grounded (as grounded as a movie about a town-destroying volcano can be, anyway).
Led by an all-star duo, Pierce Brosnan (right in the middle of his James Bond fame) and Linda Hamilton (the iconic Sarah Connor), the film had us on the edge of our seats. Brosnan plays a volcanologist who knows trouble is brewing, while Hamilton is the town’s tough-as-nails mayor trying to keep everyone safe. Their chemistry, combined with the jaw-dropping special effects, made for an unforgettable ride. It’s no wonder Dante’s Peak ended up winning the box office battle against its rival that year.
A Stunning New Look for a 90s Classic
So, what makes this new release from Kino Lorber so special? It’s not just a re-release; it’s a complete upgrade. The film has been given a brand-new 4K restoration, scanned directly from the original camera negative.
What does that mean for you? Think of it like this: it’s the difference between looking at a faded old photograph and seeing a crystal-clear, high-resolution picture. Every detail, from the falling ash to the glowing rivers of lava, will look sharper and more vibrant than ever before. With Dolby Vision and HDR, the colors will pop, making the fiery chaos feel incredibly real.
What’s Included in the Box?
This isn’t just a single disc. The new release comes packed with goodies for fans who want to dive deeper into how the movie was made.
Here’s a quick look at what you’ll get:
Disc 1: 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray
- The brand new 4K restoration of the film
- Audio commentary with director Roger Donaldson
- Immersive 5.1 surround sound
Disc 2: Standard Blu-ray
- The same beautiful 4K restoration
- The director’s commentary
- “Getting Close to the Show”: A behind-the-scenes making-of featurette
- The original theatrical trailer
This two-disc set ensures you can enjoy the movie in the best possible quality while also getting a peek behind the curtain. The audio commentary and making-of documentary are fantastic bonuses for anyone who loves learning about movie magic.
So, are you ready to put your town on alert? This 4K release is the ultimate way to experience a 90s action masterpiece. Will you be picking up a copy of Dante’s Peak this holiday season? Let us know in the comments below