Be prepared: Disney’s “The Lion King,” the worldwide phenomenon that brought the Pride Lands’ iconic characters to life in a whole new way, arrives on Digital in HD and 4K Ultra HD™ and Movies Anywhere Oct.11 and physically on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray™ and DVD Oct. 22.


Directed by Jon Favreau, the summer blockbuster, which reigned supreme with audiences worldwide, journeys home with all-new bonus features, music videos and an exclusive extra for Digital consumers.

In-home audiences will trek behind the scenes and to the African savanna through “The Journey to ‘The Lion King,’” a three-part documentary that explores the film’s creation. It features visits to the Playa Vista production facility where talent, including Donald Glover (voice of Simba) honor and elevate the animated classic’s iconic music; discussions with Favreau and team who used cutting-edge technology to create photorealistic animals and environments; and filmmaker and cast reflections on the timeless tale that has moved generations.

Extras also include “More to Be Scene,” layer-by-layer progressions of some of the film’s most iconic moments; lyric video for “Never Too Late” by Elton John and music video for “Spirit” by Beyoncé; sing-alongs to the film’s unforgettable songs; and a feature on the “Protect the Pride” campaign, which focuses on protecting and revitalizing the lion population.

Synopsis

In “The Lion King,” pioneering filmmaking techniques bring treasured characters to life in a whole new way.

Simba idolizes his father, King Mufasa, and takes to heart his own royal destiny. But not everyone in the kingdom celebrates the new cub’s arrival. Scar, Mufasa’s brother — and former heir to the throne — has plans of his own.

The battle for Pride Rock is ravaged with betrayal, tragedy and drama, ultimately resulting in Simba’s exile. With help from a curious pair of newfound friends, Simba will have to figure out how to grow up and take back what is rightfully his.

The all-star cast includes Donald Glover as Simba, Beyoncé Knowles-Carter as Nala, James Earl Jones as Mufasa, Chiwetel Ejiofor as Scar, Seth Rogen as Pumbaa and Billy Eichner as Timon.


Bonus features include*:
PRE-SELL BONUS:

• Perfecting the Pride – Join the filmmakers on their research trip to Africa as they immerse themselves in the real world of “The Lion King.” From the animals in the pride, to the smallest of insects and the grasslands in the savanna, experience the attention to detail that brought the film to life.

DIGITAL EXCLUSIVE:

• Pride Lands Pedia --Dung beetle shares the importance of his “roll” in the African Savanna in a fun, bug’s eye view of the land and its inhabitants.

BLU-RAY & DIGITAL BONUS:

• The Journey to “The Lion King” -
• The Music - Go inside the studio with the cast and crew as they work to honor and elevate The Lion King’s beloved music.
• The Magic - Discover how the filmmakers blended the traditional filmmaking techniques with virtual reality technology to create amazing movie magic.
• The Timeless Tale - Filmmakers and cast reflect on the story that has moved generations and share how this Lion King carries a proud legacy forward.

• More to Be Scene - Recording studio and layer-by-layer progressions of some of most iconic moments in “The Lion King.”
• “Circle of Life” – Peel back the layers of effects and go behind the scenes of this iconic musical moment from the film
• “I Just Can’t Wait to Be King” – See all the effects, talent and fun that went into creating this vibrant version of “I Just Can’t Wait to Be King” for the movie
• “Hakuna Matata” – Join Donald Glover (Simba), Seth Rogen (Pumbaa) and Billy Eichner (Timon) in the studio for the making of this memorable scene.

• Music Videos
• “Never Too Late” (lyric video) by Elton John
• “Spirit” performed by Beyoncé Knowles-Carter

• Filmmaker Introduction 
• Audio Commentary – By Director Jon Favreau. 
• Song Selection
• “Circle of Life”
• “I Just Can’t Wait to be King”
• “Be Prepared”
• “Hakuna Matata”
• “The Lion Sleeps Tonight”
• “Spirit”
• “Never Too Late”

• Protect the Pride –Director Jon Favreau, the Lion Recovery Fund and conservationists highlight efforts to protect the majestic lions and their home.

“The Lion King” will be packaged and released in several different formats, ensuring each member of your family can view the film on a variety of different devices with no worries. Viewers can watch the film in Digital 4K Ultra HD, HD and SD, and bring home a physical copy of the film which will be released as an Ultimate Collector’s Edition (4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray and Digital Code), a Multi-Screen Edition (Blu-ray, DVD and Digital Code) and a single DVD.

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Just in time for the upcoming animated film, The Addams Family and Addams Family Values arrives on DVD, Blu-ray and in a 2-Movie Collection from Paramount Home Entertainment.


THE ADDAMS FAMILY Synopsis

When long-lost Uncle Fester (Christopher Lloyd) reappears after 25 years in the Bermuda Triangle, Gomez (Raul Julia) and Morticia (Anjelica Huston) plan a celebration to wake the dead. But Wednesday (Christina Ricci) barely has time to warm up her electric chair before Thing points out Fester's uncommonly "normal" behavior. Could this Fester be a fake, part of an evil scheme to raid the Addams fortune?


ADDAMS FAMILY VALUES Synopsis

It's love at first fright when Gomez (Raul Julia) and Morticia (Anjelica Huston) welcome a new addition to the Addams household -- Pubert, their soft, cuddly, mustachioed baby boy. As Fester (Christopher Lloyd) falls hard for voluptuous nanny Debbie Jilinksy (Joan Cusack), Wednesday (Christina Ricci) and Pugsley (Jimmy Workman) discover she's a black-widow murderess who plans to add Fester to her collection of dead husbands. ADDAMS FAMILY VALUES is debuting on Blu-ray for the first time.

Get ready for the most hilarious scarefest of the season with THE ADDAMS FAMILY and ADDAMS FAMILY VALUES on DVD and Blu-ray either individually or in 2-Movie DVD or Blu-ray Collections.

Arriving on October 1, 2019 — just in time for the new upcoming animated feature film in theaters on October 11th — the kooky, spooky and all-together ooky adventures of the Addams Family are sure to have you screaming...with laughter.

Just in time for the upcoming animated film, The Addams Family and Addams Family Values arrives on DVD, Blu-ray and in a 2-Movie Collection ...

Disney's animated classic Aladdin has joined the highly celebrated Walt Disney Signature Collection is now available on Digital, and on Blu-ray. To celebrate the release, TinkerLab has created a simple science experiment where you can make your own magic carpet, inspired by the film!


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Take a look at the DIY instructions for the Magnetic Flying Carpet, and try out the experiment with your families!


Click here and download Magnetic Flying Carpet printable template and instructions.

Then enjoy watching Disney's Aladdin on Digital, Blu-ray and DVD at home.

The Animated Classic “Aladdin” joins the Walt Disney Signature Collection on Digital, 4K Ultra HD and Movies Anywhere, as well as 4K Ultra HD and Blu-ray.



The Signature Collection Edition invites every member of the family to join Genie, Aladdin and Jasmine to belt out the unforgettable songs from “Aladdin” — such as “A Whole New World,” “Friend Like Me” and “Prince Ali” — through a new sing-along version.

Other fresh features include a walk down memory lane with Scott Weinger (speaking voice of Aladdin) as he reflects on his personal journey portraying the diamond in the rough and meeting with the original cast and filmmakers, and one jump into the recording booth during the original recording sessions.

Digital exclusive features legendary animator Eric Goldberg reminiscing about drawing Genie. Also included are hours of classic bonus gems, from hilarious outtakes with the legendary Robin Williams (voice of Genie) to an in-depth discussion with directors John Musker and Ron Clements.

“Aladdin” is the 10th title to join the Walt Disney Signature Collection, which includes groundbreaking films created or inspired by the imagination and legacy of Walt Disney, featuring timeless stories and characters that have touched generations. The film takes its place alongside “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs,” “Beauty and the Beast,” “Pinocchio,” “Bambi,” “The Lion King,” “Lady and the Tramp,” “Peter Pan,” “The Little Mermaid” and “Cinderella.”



BONUS FEATURES ON BLU-RAY & DIGITAL: *

NEW BONUS

• Sing Along With the Movie – Sing along to your favorite tunes as you watch the film. With magical on-screen lyrics.
• Aladdin on Aladdin – Join the speaking voice of Aladdin, Scott Weinger (“Fuller House”), as he reflects on almost 30 years of being Aladdin.
• “Let’s Not Be Too Hasty”: The Voices of “Aladdin” – Take your seat in the recording booth and watch as the voice actors of “Aladdin” work their microphone magic.
• Alternate Endings – Enter the realm of “what if” and see just how differently the movie could have ended.

DIGITAL EXCLUSIVE

• Drawing Genie – Join prolific animator Eric Goldberg as he draws and reminices about the Genie.

CLASSIC BONUS – Revisit over 40 exciting bonus features from previous releases including:

• The Genie Outtakes
• “Aladdin”: Creating Broadway Magic
• Unboxing “Aladdin”

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ADVENTURES OF DALLY & SPANKY is now available on DVD and Digital from Sony Pictures Home Entertainment. In celebration of its release, check out an all-new, never-before-seen clip from the movie!


Based on the true animal friendship that inspired millions, watch as the real Dally and Spanky perform amazing tricks at the big talent show, but you'll have to watch the movie to see if they win!

ADVENTURES OF DALLY AND SPANKY Clip - "Big Moment" on DVD & Digital




SYNOPSIS



Inspired by the true animal friendship of a Jack Russell Terrier and a rescued miniature horse, the story of Dally & Spanky’s bond has captivated audiences. This sensational duo has generated millions of video views and is now the inspiration for this brand-new feature film!

Addy and Ella are teenaged half-sisters with little in common. When 17-year-old Addy loses her father, she retreats from her family and struggles to deal with his loss. Ella, with her dog Dally, reaches out to create a bond with Addy and Spanky, the miniature horse she’s just inherited from her father. Not only do the animals get along, but they quickly become a dynamic duo thanks to Addy and Ella’s training.

Their act quickly goes viral and wins their high school talent show, bringing the girls closer! Unfortunately, the family realizes that the cost to keep Spanky is too high and they’ll have to send him away. But Addy gets an idea and submits their routine to a popular TV talent show. Now, it’s all or nothing...and ANYTHING can happen!


Brenna D’Amico (TV’s “Descendants”), whose father is played by country music superstar Trace Adkins, and Reylynn Caster (TV’s “American Housewife”) star as half-sisters who prove that anything is possible when their two animal companions form an unlikely bond that sends their family on an amazing, inspirational journey.

Also staring Elaine Hendrix (The Parent Trap) and Denise Richards (Starship Troopers).

Directed by Camille Stochitch, ADVENTURES OF DALLY & SPANKY was written and produced by Tyler W. Konney with Barbara Greaves, Bobby Hillis and Stochitch as executive producers.

ADVENTURES OF DALLY & SPANKY has a run time of approximately 84 minutes and is rated PG for brief language.

ADVENTURES OF DALLY & SPANKY is now available on DVD and Digital from Sony Pictures Home Entertainment. In celebration of its release, c...

Fans can bring home Disney and Pixar’s “Toy Story 4” on Digital in 4K Ultra HD™, HD, and Movies Anywhere on Oct. 1, and then 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray, DVD on Oct. 8. Packed with old friends and new faces, the fourth film in the beloved Toy Story series, leads Woody to an unexpected fork in the road.


Extensive extras includes deleted scenes such as an alternate ending, an all-new featurette with an endearing look back on Woody and Buzz’s legendary friendship throughout the years; entertaining studio stories shared by members of the Pixar team; a nostalgic look back at the creation and first storyboard screening of “Toy Story” with filmmakers, and much more.

SYNOPSIS

In “Toy Story 4,” Woody (voice of Tom Hanks) has always been confident about his place in the world, and that his priority is taking care of his kid, whether that’s Andy or Bonnie. So, when Bonnie’s beloved new craft-project-turned-toy Forky (voice of Tony Hale) calls himself “trash,” Woody decides to teach Forky how to embrace being a toy.

But a road-trip adventure, including an unexpected reunion with his long-lost friend Bo Peep (voice of Annie Potts), shows Woody how big the world can be for a toy. In addition, carnival prizes Ducky (voice of Keegan-Michael Key) and Bunny (voice of Jordan Peele) bring a new level of fun to the film.

Veteran and new voices, includes Tom Hanks as Woody, Tim Allen as Buzz Lightyear, Annie Potts as Bo Peep, Tony Hale as Forky, Keegan-Michael Key and Jordan Peele as Ducky and Bunny, Madeleine McGraw as Bonnie, Christina Hendricks as Gabby Gabby, Keanu Reeves as Duke Caboom, Ally Maki as Giggle McDimples and Joan Cusack as Jessie. The voice cast also includes Jay Hernandez, Lori Alan, Bonnie Hunt, Kristen Schaal, Emily Davis, Wallace Shawn, John Ratzenberger, Blake Clark, the late Don Rickles and Estelle Harris.



BONUS FEATURES (may vary by retailer)

Blu-ray & Digital:

• 'Toy Stories - The Toy Story 4 cast and crew share their love of toys!
• Woody & Buzz - Take a look at the relationship between these two legendary characters.
• Bo Rebooted - Discover how Team Bo reimagined all aspects of Bo Peep's identity to arrive at the fully realized character seen in the film.
• Toy Box - Enjoy a collection of mini-docs on the film’s memorable new characters, featuring the voice actors, director Josh Cooley and Pixar artists talking about the many elements that make these characters fun and lovable
• Let’s Ride With Ally Maki - Ally Maki, voice of Giggle McDimples, learns all about Pixar’s dialogue recording process from director Josh Cooley and his team.
• Deleted Scenes introduced by director Josh Cooley including:
• Scamming Playtime
• Bo Knows Hippos
• Desperate Toys
• Knock-Offs
• Recruit Duke
• She’s The One
• Audio Commentary, Trailers and more!

Digital Exclusive:

• Anatomy of a Scene: Prologue - Filmmakers and crew review key scenes of the movie and dissect the practical and technological methods used to bring them to life.
• Additional Deleted scene - Bonnie’s Playtime

Directed by Josh Cooley, and produced by Mark Nielsen and Jonas Rivera. Andrew Stanton, Lee Unkrich and Pete Docter are executive producers, and Stanton and Stephany Folsom wrote the screenplay.

Longtime “Toy Story” collaborator Randy Newman composed the score and wrote two new original songs, “I Can’t Let You Throw Yourself Away,” performed by Newman, and “The Ballad of the Lonesome Cowboy,” which is performed by Chris Stapleton for the end credits.

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Fans will enjoy the exciting tale of the lovable “street rat,” Aladdin (Mena Massoud), courageous and Princess Jasmine (Naomi Scott) and the larger-than-life Genie (Will Smith) now that live-action ALADDIN, is available on Digital and Movies Anywhere and soon on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray and DVD on September 10.


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The release includes all new bonus features, such as deleted scenes, a blooper reel and more extras that explore elements of “Aladdin” that audiences adore, from the film’s treasured, iconic award-winning music to its beloved characters and their hilarious antics on and off screen.

In addition, early owners of “Aladdin” gain access to exclusive bonus features. Fans who pre-purchase will receive a feature showcasing the making of the massive musical number “Prince Ali,” and those who bring home the film first on Digital will secure an exclusive extra detailing the creation of Jasmine’s new song “Speechless.”


Disney's Aladdin - "World of Aladdin" Special Look


“Aladdin” stars Will Smith as Genie, Mena Massoud as Aladdin, Naomi Scott as Jasmine, Marwan Kenzari as Jafar, Navid Negahban as Sultan, Nasim Pedrad as Dalia, Billy Magnussen as Prince Anders and Numan Acar as Hakim.


Bonus features include*:

DIGITAL PRESELL BONUS:

• MAKE WAY FOR PRINCE ALI – Take a look at the gigantic design extravaganza that came together for this scene of Genie-sized proportions.

DIGITAL EXCLUSIVE BONUS:

• “SPEECHLESS”: CREATING A NEW SONG FOR JASMINE – Follow the story of Jasmine’s inspirational song “Speechless,” written by Alan Menken, Benj Pasek and Justin Paul especially for this version of “Aladdin.”

BLU-RAY & DIGITAL BONUS:

• ALADDIN’S VIDEO JOURNAL: A NEW FANTASTIC POINT OF VIEW – Watch behind-the-scenes moments captured by Mena Massoud (Aladdin) in this fun, fast-paced look at his personal journey.
• DELETED SONG: “DESERT MOON” – Experience a moving duet performed by Jasmine and Aladdin, fully shot and edited, with an introduction by Alan Menken.
• GUY RITCHIE: A CINEMATIC GENIE – Discover why director Guy Ritchie was the perfect filmmaker to tackle this exhilarating reimagining of a beloved classic.
• A FRIEND LIKE GENIE – Discover how Will Smith brings talent, experience and his own personal magic to the iconic role of Genie.
• DELETED SCENES

• Falling Petals Into OJ
• Jafar’s Magic Orrery
• Anders’ Gift
• Wrong Wishes
• Silly Old Fool
• Post Yam Jam Debrief

• BLOOPERS – Laugh along with the cast and crew in this lighthearted collection of outtakes from the set.
• MUSIC VIDEOS

• "Speechless" – Music video performed by Naomi Scott
• “A Whole New World” – Music video performed by ZAYN and Zhavia Ward
• “ A Whole New World” (“Un Mundo Ideal”) – Music video performed by ZAYN and Becky G.

*Bonus features may vary by retailer


Disney's Aladdin | On Digital 8/27 & Blu-ray 9/10


“Aladdin” is directed by Guy Ritchie from a screenplay by John August and Ritchie based on Disney’s Aladdin animation screenplay by Ron Clements & John Musker and Ted Elliott & Terry Rossio.

The film is produced by Dan Lin, p.g.a., and Jonathan Eirich, p.g.a., with Marc Platt and Kevin De La Noy serving as executive producers.

Alan Menken provides the score, which includes new recordings of the original songs written by Menken and lyricists Howard Ashman and Tim Rice and new music written by Menken and songwriters Benj Pasek and Justin Paul.

The release of the live-action adventure coincides with the addition of the original animated classic to the highly celebrated Walt Disney Signature Collection, granting Aladdin fans everywhere the opportunity to own both magical movies. In 4K for the first time, the new release features all new bonus content, including alternate endings!

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Kitaro Kosaka’s anime feature OKKO’S INN, from studio Madhouse, is now available on Blu-ray, DVD and digital download from GKIDS and Shout! Factory.


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Nominated for the 2019 Japan Academy Prize for Animation of the Year, the film comes to home video following its nationwide theatrical release earlier this April. Bonus features include interviews with the director and Seiran Kobayashi (Okko).

SYNOPSIS

After losing her parents in a car accident, Okko goes to live in the countryside with her grandmother, who runs a traditional inn near an ancient spring said to have healing waters. Okko soon discovers there are spirits living there only she can see – welcoming ghosts who keep her company, play games and help her navigate her new environment.

Okko strives to be a gracious host, and this is soon put to the test by a string of challenging guests with different stories. But ultimately Okko discovers that dedicating herself to others becomes the key to taking care of herself, in this beautiful tale from Kitaro Kosaka, who was a key animator on numerous classic films at the venerable Studio Ghibli.

Okko's Inn [Official English Trailer, GKIDS]




Special Features:

• Interview with the Director
• Interview with Seiran Kobayashi (Okko)
• Q&A with Director and Producers at Japanese Premiere
• Trailers

The latest feature from famed anime studio Madhouse and director Kitaro Kosaka, who was a key animator on numerous classic films at the venerable Studio Ghibli, seamlessly blends immersive, idyllic landscapes with the storybook charm of Okko's beloved guests. Okko's Inn delivers a rare ghost story that is firmly grounded in the trials and joys of humanity.

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Now that Paramount Home Entertainment has released WONDER PARK on Digital and Blu-ray/DVD Combo Pack, families will want to add this animated adventure to their home movies collection.


Why? Because I think WONDER PARK will get kids’ imaginations soaring in so many ways. But for the sake of being brief, I'm sharing 3 main reason why families will enjoy WONDER PARK:

Fun Animal Friends

When June first enters Wonder Park, she's not sure what she'll find. Along with a park filled with broken down rides and attractions, June also finds some animal friends. At first they are a bit quirky, but as June and the crew (Steve, Greta, June, Cooper, Gus, Peanut and Boomer) learn what's happening to the park, they each start to form a bond needed to save the day. It's mostly funny at times to see, but in the end the love and support come through for the team.

Female Engineering, Creativity and Problem Solving

The start of the film shows June and her mother building Wonder Park, not only in their minds but also in real life. I love this so much. Her mom encourages June to be a creative engineer for her park. This lesson later comes in handy when June has to problem solve and figure out how to save the park and her friends. A good lesson for females young and *ahem* older. We can solve our own problems with a little bit of creativity and belief in ourselves.

The Wonder of Using Your Imagination

One of the great message in Wonder Park is that it's wonderful to use your imagination. You can create so many amazing things, places and friends. There's no limit. The film does a great of showing what a "whispered" thought can inspire. It's a though provoking and visual joy that encourages letting out imagination free.




The fun-filled bonus content gives viewers the chance to sing along with June and her friends, learn how to draw Boomer and the Wonder Chimps, watch Gus the Beaver yodel his heart out, make crazy noises like voiceover artists, and take a tour of Wonderland.

SYNOPSIS

WONDER PARK is the story of a young girl named June with a big imagination who makes an incredible discovery—the amusement park of her dreams has come to life. Filled with the world’s wildest rides operated by fun-loving animals, the excitement never ends.

But when trouble hits, June and her misfit team of furry friends begin an unforgettable journey to save the park. Action-packed and brimming with laughs, WONDER PARK is a ride the whole family will love.

WONDER PARK | Official Trailer



The WONDER PARK Blu-ray Combo pack includes access to a Digital copy of the film as well as the following:

Blu-ray

• Feature film in high definition
• Bonus Content:
• Gus Yodeling – Deleted Scene
• The Wonder Chimp Channel
• The Pi Song Sing-Along
• Making Noises (It’s Actually a Job?!!)
• June’s Guide to Wonderland
• June’s Welcoming Crew
• Boardwalk Caricatures:
• Drawing Boomer
• Drawing the Wonder Chimp Pirate
• Drawing the Wonder Chimp Princess

DVD

• Feature film in standard definition

The WONDER PARK single-disc DVD includes the feature film in standard definition.


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To get families ready for summer fun, here's a Wonder Park amusement park family survival kit that includes the Blu-ray Combo pack and a variety of items to help your family thrive out and about this summer.

The kit includes the Blu-ray Combo Pack, a stuffed toy (the image shows Boomer but the character may vary), a backpack, 2 fanny packs, a phone charger, sunscreen, a band-aid holder and some Wonder Park roller coaster car toys.

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Can you imagine living after a global alien invasion? Do you trust the aliens or fight back for humanity? That is the decision before Gabriel (Ashton Sanders) in CAPTIVE STATE, available on Blu-ray, DVD, Digital, Movies Anywhere, as well as On Demand on from Participant Media and Universal Pictures Home Entertainment.


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Filled with unexpected twists and shocking revelations, CAPTIVE STATE on Blu-ray, DVD and Digital features exclusive insight from cast and filmmakers, as well as a behind-the-scenes look at the making of the film, taking fans deeper into the world of this sci-fi adventure.

The Story-line

“What happens if your rights were taken away by this huge occupying force?” Producer Crockett shares. “Would you just sit by and live-and-let-live, let it happen, or would you be somebody who takes a stand? I think this story really explores that without making a judgment one way or the other. I don’t think anybody really knows how they would react to a situation like this until it happens.”

“I also think Captive State fits in well with Participant Media’s body of work because it not only tells a great story, but also addresses issues that the world faces today,” Crockett adds about his producing partners, Participant Media’s Jeff Skoll and Jonathan King. Participant Media, the media company dedicated to entertainment that inspires audiences to engage in positive social change.

“Our story’s set nine years in the future, and because of the way these aliens are mining our resources, pillaging the planet, they’re starting to have a negative effect on our world,” Crockett continues about the script’s topicality. “There is the issue of climate change, very subtly portrayed in the story. The film has a social conscience in asking questions like ‘what are our responsibilities to humanity? What are our responsibilities to the planet?’

Participant Media’s Jonathan King, who serves as executive producer on the film, describes what interested the company in working with Wyatt: “Rupert excels at building worlds filled with suspense, intrigue and innovative action. With Captive State, Rupert continues his exploration of control, oppression and resistance that began with The Escapist and Rise of the Planet of the Apes. Like all good science fiction, this movie offers a way to look at our own circumstances through a unique lens.”

The Characters

“I saw Gabriel as a crocodile who sits and waits but is so aware of everything that’s going on around him,” Sanders shares about his take on his character. “Rupert and I had the same ideas for Gabriel. Gabriel sits and waits. He doesn’t say much unless he has to.”

“Ashton’s a very old soul,” Wyatt observes about his 22-year-old star. “I took a while to find that character when we were casting because I wanted somebody who was very young and, in many ways, green to the world. At the same time, have an ability of stillness. Have the ability to see things through a rough experience in life. That was the character of Gabriel — a kid who lost his parents, lost his brother and lived in a disenfranchised part of Chicago while making this choice to keep his head down and not get into trouble.”

“Machine Gun Kelly (whose birth name is Colson Baker) was one of those key pieces of casting like with Ashton,” Wyatt continues. “I had a very clear idea in my mind for the role of Gabriel’s best friend, Jurgis. Physically and visually. Tall, gangly, unpredictable. A Lithuanian-American kind of character. I saw a YouTube clip with Machine Gun Kelly and thought he was funny. I had no idea if he could act, but he sent in a casting tape. He was great.”

Adds producer Crockett. “He brought real world street smarts to the film. He’s slightly older than Gabriel, a buddy who pushes him around a little bit. But, they are a great onscreen team as they go through this world that’s lost it’s way a little bit.”

“Jurgis is like a lost soul, out on the streets with an urge to rebel,” Baker adds about his character. “That is a lot of who I am as a real person. So, yeah, it was a pretty easy fit. And, me and Ashton clicked really well as friends in real life, too. Again, it was just two young cats rebelling, man. So nothing too far different than each of the people we were playing.”

The Visual Effects

VFX supervisor Eric Pascarelli (Poseidon, The Twilight Saga: New Moon, Ang Lee’s Life of Pi) was immediately impressed by two aspects of the production— “the script read like a very expensive visual effects movie, which, in the end, it was not,” and something he had never before seen on any of his prior projects — a comprehensive, password-protected website, created by Wyatt, that provided in-depth visual references for the story.”

While preparing his contributions for the film, Pascarelli “talked to Rupert about many things in the script that could either be gigantic visual effects shots or not.

“And, Rupert had a very good idea of what was going to be visual effects and what wasn’t,” Pascarelli notes. “He’s very familiar with the city of Chicago. The script was obviously written with a very strong sense of the geography. So, in his mind’s eye, he knew what needed to be treated with VFX and what didn’t. There are a couple of very important moments in the script that are being done with visual effects. We spent our resources on some very neat, but very small, scenes that are being done with all of the production value of the larger VFX movies. But, they were fairly sparse throughout the story.”



“This is not a movie with cars flying everywhere and monorails and all of that stuff that usually visually defines the future in so many different movies,” Pascarelli emphasizes. This is a very down-to-earth, gritty movie with so many diverse and amazing Chicago locations chosen that were so wonderful they didn’t need effects to convey the story.”

In the end, Pascarelli was overjoyed to be part of Wyatt’s creative team, saying “how totally cool and interesting a movie this is. It is a science fiction movie, but it’s not. It is a political thriller, but it’s not. It’s really not an effects movie, yet it doesn’t hide from its visual effects. The unusual thing about this is that the effects that are sprinkled throughout helping to advance the story are very effect-sy. We’re doing giant spaceships. We’re doing aliens. But, they play very small roles visually, and ultimately, in the movie.”

“With Captive State, I wanted to make a film that cast a light on, and is relevant to, the world that we live in and experience every day,” Wyatt offers about his original and captivating parable. “But to do so in both a science fiction context and an entertaining context. My job is to give people not only a release valve from certain things in their life, but also to give them a sense of inspiration and pause for thought.”

SYNOPSIS

Captive State | Trailer | Own it now on Blu-ray, DVD & Digital


A decade since an extraterrestrial force has occupied our planet, deceiving humanity with the promise of peace and unity, Chicago Police Officer William Mulligan (Goodman) is tasked with maintaining law and order in a city on the brink of rebellion.

Gabriel (Sanders); the young brother of a fallen militant and the son of Mulligan’s ex-partner, is faced with the crucial choice: Collaborate...or fight back.

From Rise of the Planet of the Apes director Rupert Wyatt, the sci-fi thriller stars Ashton Sanders (Moonlight) alongside an out-of-this-world supporting cast including John Goodman (10 Cloverfield Lane), Jonathon Majors (Hostiles) and Vera Farmiga (“Bates Motel”).

BLU-RAY, DVD & DIGITAL BONUS FEATURES:

• Igniting a War – Producer/Co-Writer/Director Rupert Wyatt explains how this ensemble cast helped achieve a high degree of realism against the backdrop of an alien invasion story.
• Building the World of Captive State – Filmmakers and cast discuss their experiences shooting on location in Chicago, and how it played a pivotal role in setting the tone for this gritty science fiction film.
• Feature Commentary with Director/Producer/Co-Writer Rupert Wyatt

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Can you imagine living after a global alien invasion? Do you trust the aliens or fight back for humanity? That is the decision before Gabrie...

From Disney and visionary director Tim Burton, the grand live-action adventure "DUMBO" expands the beloved animated classic when it arrives into homes on June 25 on Digital HD, 4K Ultra HD, Movies Anywhere, and on Blu-ray and DVD - with never-before-seen bonus features, deleted scenes, bloopers and more!


Features explore how Disney’s timeless animated story was brought to life with an incredibly expressive, lovable, fully computer-generated baby elephant; the longtime collaboration of Burton, production designer Rick Heinrichs and costume designer Colleen Atwood, which resulted in jaw-dropping sets and costumes; and the creation of the visually colossal Dreamland parade sequence. Also included are nine deleted scenes, hidden and not-so-hidden Easter eggs, bloopers and a special performance of “Baby Mine” by Arcade Fire.

Stunning extras will transport viewers to the set of “Dumbo,” where cast members Danny DeVito (circus owner Max Medici), Michael Keaton (opportunistic businessman V.A. Vandevere), Colin Farrell (war-veteran-turned-elephant-keeper Holt Farrier), Eva Green (stunning aerialist Colette Marchant), Nico Parker (Farrier’s daughter, Milly) and Finley Hobbins (Farrier’s son, Joe) share their personal stories of courage and character.

SYNOPSIS

Dumbo Announce Trailer | On Digital, Blu-ray & 4K Ultra HD June 25


In “Dumbo,” struggling circus owner Max Medici enlists former star Holt Farrier and his children to care for a newborn elephant whose oversized ears make him a laughingstock. But when they discover that Dumbo can fly, the circus makes an incredible comeback, attracting persuasive but sinister entrepreneur V.A. Vandevere, who recruits the peculiar pachyderm for his newest, spectacular, larger-than-life entertainment venture, Dreamland.

Bonus features include*:
BLU-RAY & DIGITAL HD:

• CIRCUS SPECTACULARS: Dumbo’s cast share their experience of making the film—and get to the heart of a story about family and believing in yourself.

• THE ELEPHANT IN THE ROOM: Explore how one of Disney’s most lovable characters went from an animated classic to a stunning live-action retelling.

• BUILT TO AMAZE: Get a closer look at the film’s production and costume design.

• DELETED SCENES: A compelling collection of scenes that almost made the final film.

• Roustabout Rufus
• Pachyderm Plans
• The Other Medici Brother
• Monkey Business
• A Star Is Born
• Where’s Dumbo
• Elephant Heist
• A Seat at the Show

• EASTER EGGS ON PARADE: Discover the hidden and not-so-hidden nods to the animated Dumbo in this narrated tribute to the Disney classic.

• CLOWNING AROUND: Laugh along with the cast in a collection of big-top bloopers and goofs from the set.

• “BABY MINE”: Visual video performed by Arcade Fire

DIGITAL EXCLUSIVE:

• DREAMLAND – ANATOMY OF A SCENE: From Final Script to Final Scene: The filmmakers and cast talk a lot about the feeling of “grand intimacy” in the film. Step right up as they bring the Dreamland parade to life, accomplishing the rare marriage of a massive spectacle combined with an emotional tenderness.

“Dumbo” will be released in several different formats, giving families the flexibility to watch it on a variety of devices. Viewers can watch the film in Digital 4K UHD, HD and SD, and bring home a physical copy of the film as the 4K Ultra HD Edition (4K UHD, Blu-ray and Digital Code), Multi-Screen Edition (Blu-ray, DVD and Digital Code) and a single DVD.

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From Disney and visionary director Tim Burton, the grand live-action adventure "DUMBO" expands the beloved animated classic when i...

In honor of its upcoming 70th anniversary, the timeless animated classic, Cinderella, waltzes into the Walt Disney Signature Collection and the hearts of a whole new generation.



Along with the animated film Cinderella being released on Digitally HD and Movies Anywhere on June 18, on Blu-ray and DVD on June 25, the Walt Disney's live-action Cinderella will also be released on 4K for the first time on June 25.

As a fan of both films, I'm beyond excited. FYI, I've written about Cinderella before in case you're interested

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The Anniversary Edition of “Cinderella” offers two all-new extras: “Cinderella” trivia and fun facts, hosted by Ruth Righi and Ava Kolker from Disney Channel’s “Sydney to the Max,” and “In Walt’s Words: Enhanced Edition,” a special edition of “Cinderella” featuring fascinating production details, original storyboards, archival photos, thumbnail sketches and transcripts throughout the feature film.

Hours of classic bonus material celebrates the masterful animation, memorable music and long-lasting impact of “Cinderella,” showcasing Walt Disney’s core group of animators, the art of Disney Legend Mary Blair, the original demo recording of the film’s title song and Cinderella’s iconic glass slipper.

Recently added to the prestigious National Film Registry, the animated classic centers on kind and hardworking Cinderella, who is ordered around by her cruel stepmother, her awful stepsisters — even the big clock in the church tower tells her when to start another day of drudgery. But they can't stop her from dreaming, and Cinderella has faith that someday her wishes will come true.

When an invitation to the royal ball arrives, Cinderella is sure her time has come — until her stepsisters, with the encouragement of Lady Tremaine, tear her gown to shreds. Just when Cinderella believes all is lost, her Fairy Godmother appears, and with a wave of her wand and “Bibbidi-Bobbidi-Boo,” transforms an ordinary pumpkin into a magnificent coach and Cinderella’s rags into a gorgeous gown, then sends her off to the Royal Ball.

But Cinderella’s enchanted evening must end when the spell is broken at midnight. It will take the help of her daring animal mice friends and a perfect fit into a glass slipper to create the ultimate fairy tale ending.



BONUS FEATURES ON BLU-RAY & DIGITAL:

*NEW BONUS *Bonus features may vary by retailer

• Try This Trivia on for Size – Join Ruth Righi and Ava Kolker from Disney Channel's Sydney to the Max and put your knowledge of Cinderella to the test.
• In Walt’s Words: Enhanced Edition – Watch the movie and gain some insight into its production with storyboards, archival photos, sketches and transcripts.

CLASSIC BONUS

• Diane Disney Miller “Cinderella” Film Intro – In this introduction to the animated classic, Diane Disney Miller describes how Cinderella helped launch a studio renaissance.
• The Real Fairy Godmother – Learn about the real-life inspiration for the Fairy Godmother: Mary Alice O’Connor, wife of Disney layout artist Ken O’Connor.
• Behind the Magic: A New Disney Princess Fairyland – Discover how Imagineers created a Fantasyland at Walt Disney World featuring each of the Disney Princesses.
• The Magic of the Glass Slipper – World-famous shoe designer Christian Louboutin creates a very exclusive “Glass Slipper” in honor of a beloved Disney classic.

THE ART OF CINDERELLA

• Concept Art – View a gallery of concept art from the feature's production.
• Character Model Sheets – View a gallery of character model sheets from the feature's production.
• Story Sketches – View a gallery of story sketches from the feature's production.
• Live-Action Reference – View a gallery of photos taken from live-action footage shot as a reference for the animated feature.
• Pencil Animation – View a gallery of pencil animation from the feature's production.
• Behind-the-Scenes Stills – View a gallery of behind-the-scenes stills from the feature's production.
• Feature Stills – View a gallery of stills from the feature.

MUSIC AND MORE

• “Cinderella” Title Song
• "A Dream Is a Wish Your Heart Makes"
• "Oh, Sing Sweet Nightingale"
• "The Work Song"
• "So This Is Love"

“Cinderella” is the ninth title to join the Walt Disney Signature Collection, which includes groundbreaking films created or inspired by the imagination and legacy of Walt Disney, featuring timeless stories and characters that have touched generations. The film takes its place alongside “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs,” “Beauty and the Beast,” “Pinocchio,” “Bambi,” “The Lion King,” “Lady and the Tramp,” “Peter Pan” and “The Little Mermaid.”

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In honor of its upcoming 70th anniversary, the timeless animated classic, Cinderella, waltzes into the Walt Disney Signature Collection and ...

This year my nephew will enter kindergarten. The family is so excited to see my nephew start school and learn all the things. To sorta prep him, we've started going over some of the basics he'll learn while in class.


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For the most part my nephew knows the basics, but in some areas like his ABCs, he could use some support. So when I learned that the "Sesame Street: Awesome Alphabet Collection DVD" was being released this month, I requested a review copy to watch with my nephew.

Yes I still watch Sesame Street, it's for educational purposes. Ha!


When the DVD arrived my nephew was excited to watch the DVD. I asked him which letters he wanted to watch and learn about and he picked the K-O. My nephew gets stuck a bit around L-P, so this was a good place to start.


While we started there, we didn't end there. My nephew then decided to go back and watch all the alphabets scene on the DVD. We both really enjoyed watching the skits and learning the alphabets through songs, etc.


After watching the DVD, I printed out a few activity sheets pages for my nephew. He also liked these since they featured the Sesame Street characters. I liked them since they reinforced what my nephew learned while watching the DVD. And yeah, that they feature Sesame Street characters. Ha!


These Sesame Street: Awesome Alphabet Collection printable pack includes alphabet cards, bookmarks, coloring pages, drawing activities, letter tracing activities and an alphabet search. Each printable supports Sesame Street lessons encouraging children's learning about the alphabet and language

If your child is starting to learn their Alphabet or just need a reminder for some letter, then get the Sesame Street: Awesome Alphabet Collection and watch it with them.


Sesame Street: Awesome Alphabet Collection - Official Trailer (HD)


It's time for A to Z with Sesame! Elmo and his Sesame Street friends explore every letter of the alphabet in this new collection, brought to you in Sesame Street’s 50th anniversary year. Sesame Street: Awesome Alphabet Collection comes to DVD and digital from Shout! Factory and Sesame Workshop.

Highlights include classics "The Beetles Perform Letter B" and "C is for Cookie," animations, pop culture parodies, and favorite segments from recent seasons. Exploring the alphabet alongside their furry friends is an all-star lineup of celebrity guests. Norah Jones duets with the letter Y, Tori Kelly tries a little kindness, and Pharrell Williams belts it out for the letter B. Maya Angelou stops by to talk hugs, Sheryl Crow helps "I" soak up some sun, and Ricky Gervais tries singing a lullaby to a sleepy Elmo.

The spectacular A-Z compilation has a runtime of two hours, including Elmo’s Amazing Alphabet Race as a bonus feature. ABC-themed printable activities round out this one-of-a-kind collection. This title is available at Amazon.com, Walmart.com, and other e-retailers.

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This year my nephew will enter kindergarten. The family is so excited to see my nephew start school and learn all the things. To sorta prep ...

The animated adventure WONDER PARK takes off on Digital June 4, 2019 and on Blu-ray Combo Pack and DVD June 18 from Paramount Home Entertainment, offering a wealth of entertainment and activities to get kids’ imaginations soaring with singing, drawing, and more!



The fun-filled bonus content gives viewers the chance to sing along with June and her friends, learn how to draw Boomer and the Wonder Chimps, watch Gus the Beaver yodel his heart out, make crazy noises like voiceover artists, and take a tour of Wonderland.

WONDER PARK | Official Trailer

SYNOPSIS

WONDER PARK is the story of a young girl named June with a big imagination who makes an incredible discovery—the amusement park of her dreams has come to life. Filled with the world’s wildest rides operated by fun-loving animals, the excitement never ends.

But when trouble hits, June and her misfit team of furry friends begin an unforgettable journey to save the park. Action-packed and brimming with laughs, WONDER PARK is a ride the whole family will love.

The WONDER PARK Blu-ray Combo pack includes access to a Digital copy of the film as well as the following:

Blu-ray

• Feature film in high definition
• Bonus Content:
• Gus Yodeling – Deleted Scene
• The Wonder Chimp Channel
• The Pi Song Sing-Along
• Making Noises (It’s Actually a Job?!!)
• June’s Guide to Wonderland
• June’s Welcoming Crew
• Boardwalk Caricatures:
• Drawing Boomer
• Drawing the Wonder Chimp Pirate
• Drawing the Wonder Chimp Princess

DVD

• Feature film in standard definition

The WONDER PARK single-disc DVD includes the feature film in standard definition.


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The animated adventure WONDER PARK takes off on Digital June 4, 2019 and on Blu-ray Combo Pack and DVD June 18 from Paramount Home Entertain...

One of my favorite movies, FORREST GUMP is celebrating it's 25th Anniversary. I can't believe it's been so long since that movie was released. It is such a great movie and the mother and son bond between Forrest Gump and Mama Gump is really touching.

SYNOPSIS

25 years later, FORREST GUMP remains a cinematic classic that is beloved and quoted the world over. Tom Hanks gives an astonishing performance as Forrest, an every man whose simple innocence comes to embody a generation. Alongside his mamma (Sally Field), his best friend Bubba (Mykelti Williamson), his commanding officer Lieutenant Dan (Gary Sinise), and his favorite girl Jenny (Robin Wright), Forrest has a ringside seat for the most memorable events of the second half of the 20th century.

Directed by Robert Zemeckis and written for the screen by Eric Roth (based on the novel by Winston Groom), FORREST GUMP won six Academy Awards® including Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actor (Tom Hanks), Best Writing, Best Film Editing and Best Visual Effects.

NATIONAL MALL SCREENING

To celebrate the film’s 25th anniversary, Paramount will host a special outdoor screening leading into Memorial Day weekend on the National Mall in Washington, D.C. on Friday, May 24, at 8:00 p.m. The free screening will take place between 10th and 12th Streets with spots on the lawn available on a first-come, first-served basis.

FORREST GUMP | Official 25th Anniversary Trailer

NEW TWO-DISC BLU-RAY

A newly remastered version of FORREST GUMP is now available in a two-disc Blu-ray. The set includes access to a Digital copy of the film as well as over three hours of previously released bonus content detailing the creative efforts that went into making the enduring classic:

Disc 1

• Commentary by Robert Zemeckis, Steve Starkey and Rick Carter
• Commentary by Wendy Finerman
• Musical Signposts to History
• Introduction by Ben Fong-Torres

Disc 2

• Greenbow Diary
• The Art of the Screenplay Adaptation
• Getting Past Impossible—Forrest Gump and the Visual Effects Revolution
• Little Forrest
• An Evening with Forrest Gump
• The Magic of Makeup
• Through the Ears of Forrest Gump—Sound Design
• Building the World of Gump—Production Design
• Seeing is Believing—The Visual Effects of Forrest Gump
• Screen Tests
• Trailers

SELECT THEATRICAL SCREENINGS

In addition, on June 23rd and 25th, FORREST GUMP will return to the big screen in more than 600 cinemas nationwide for two screenings each day as Fathom Events and Paramount present the film.

For tickets, visit www.FathomEvents.com

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One of my favorite movies, FORREST GUMP is celebrating it's 25th Anniversary. I can't believe it's been so long since that movie...

Nearly ten years after the first movie wowed audiences around the world, Hiccup and Toothless return to captivate fans with an adventure of a lifetime in DreamWorks Animation’s "HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON: THE HIDDEN WORLD" now available on Digital and 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray & DVD on May 21 from Universal Pictures Home Entertainment



The final quest from Dean DeBlois’ (Lilo & Stich, How to Train Your Dragon trilogy) on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray™, DVD and Digital versions, will feature over an hour of exclusive behind-the-scenes bonus content including an alternate opening, two DreamWorks animated shorts, deleted scenes and more.

AR Experience

To mark the film’s global 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray and DVD release, Universal has partnered with Facebook and Messenger to debut two exclusive adorable Night Lights (baby dragons) to train and an awe-inspiring in-store Augmented Reality (AR) experience.

Fans can unlock an exclusive code that reveals your very own Night Light that you can hatch, train, and send on adventures within the popular Dragon Pets Instant Game available on Facebook and Messenger.

Additionally, participating retailers around the world will unveil in-store displays that trigger a visually stunning AR adventure bringing Toothless and Light Fury to flight! Both the in-home and in-store experiences are compatible with iOS and Android devices, and users should download the latest version of the Facebook and Messenger apps.

Activity Sheets

To celebrate the release of DreamWorks Animation’s "HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON: THE HIDDEN WORLD" being released on Digital now, I'm sharing these fun activity sheets!

• Hiccup and Toothless coloring page
• Toothless and Light Fury Coloring Page
• Code Breaker
• Maze Escape

SYNOPSIS

How To Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World Trailer | On Digital Now, Blu-ray & DVD 5/21




What began as an unlikely friendship between an adolescent Viking and a fearsome Night Fury dragon has become an epic trilogy spanning their lives. In this next installment, the heroic pair finally fulfill their destinies; Hiccup (Jay Baruchel) as the village chief and ruler of Berk alongside Astrid (America Ferrera), and Toothless as the dragon leader of his own kind.

As the Vikings and dragons of Berk face their darkest threat yet, the evil Grimmel (F. Murray Abraham), and Toothless discovers his soulmate, Light Fury – the bonds of Hiccup and Toothless' friendship are tested like never before.

The all-star voice cast behind all of the beloved characters from the previous films returns with Jay Baruchel (The Sorcerer’s Apprentice, This Is the End), America Ferrera (“Superstore,” The Sisterhood of the Travelling Pants), Cate Blanchett (The House with a Clock in Its Walls, Ocean’s Eight), Gerard Butler (300, The Bounty Hunter), F. Murray Abraham (Isle of Dogs, The Grand Budapest Hotel), Kit Harington (“Game of Thrones”), Craig Ferguson (Brave), Kristen Wiig (Despicable Me 3, Ghostbusters), Jonah Hill (The Lego Movie franchise, 21 Jump Street) and Christopher Mintz-Plasse (Trolls, This is the End).

BONUS FEATURES ON 4K Ultra HD, BLU-RAY, DVD and digital:

• Alternate Opening with Intro by Writer/Director Dean DeBlois

• DreamWorks Shorts:
• Bilby – Directed by Liron Topaz, Pierre Perifel and JP Sans; produced by Jeff Hermann and Kelly Cooney Cilella. Threatened daily by the deadly residents and harsh environment of Australia’s Outback, a lonesome Bilby finds himself an unwitting protector, and unexpected friend, to a helpless (and quite adorable) baby bird.
• Bird Karma – Directed by William Salazar and produced by Jeff Hermann, the beautifully artistic 2D short film Bird Karma tells a delightfully lyrical and fully unexpected tale of a long-legged bird’s journey of blissful joy, inescapable greed and the accidental discovery of the consequences when too much is not enough.

• Deleted Scenes with Intros by Writer/Director Dean DeBlois
• How to Voice Your Viking – Go behind the scenes with the cast as they record the Viking voices of HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON: THE HIDDEN WORLD.
• Creating an Epic Dragon Tale – Discover what filmmakers learned while crafting this epic dragon trilogy.
• How I Learned from Dragons – The diverse cast of characters reveal why they think the dragon trilogy is so special.
• Brave Wilderness Presents: Nature + Dragons = Awesome – Join Coyote Peterson, host of Brave Wilderness, as he explores what it takes to make the dragon’s characters come to life.
• The Dragon Sheep Chronicles – Protecting sheep from the dragons of Berk is no easy task but Hiccup has a plan.
• A Deck of Dragons – Observe four new dragons as Fishlegs unveils his original deck of dragon trading cards.
• Growing Up with Dragons – After years of being with these characters, hear the lasting effects of the dragon trilogy from the filmmaker’s perspective.
• The Evolving Character Design of Dragons – Cast and crew reveal what it was like to evolve not only the characters of HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON: THE HIDDEN WORLD, but themselves as well.
• Drawing Dragons – Get a glimpse of what goes in to designing a DreamWorks dragon.
• Epic Villain – A different kind of villain, Grimmel brings great challenges to the village of Berk. Go behind the scenes as filmmakers breakdown this epic character.
• Astrid’s Whole Dragon Trilogy in 60 Seconds – Hold on tight as Astrid sums up the whole dragon trilogy in a legendary 60 seconds.
• Welcome to New Berk – With Hiccup as your guide, get a firsthand look at the updated Viking village of New Berk.
• Feature Commentary with Writer/Director Dean DeBlois, Producer Bradford Lewis and Head of Character Animation Simon Otto

Written and Directed by: Dean DeBlois
Based on the Books of: Cressida Cowell
Series director Dean DeBlois returns.
Produced by Brad Lewis (Ratatouille, ANTZ) and Bonnie Arnold (Toy Story, How to Train Your Dragon, How to Train Your Dragon 2).

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Nearly ten years after the first movie wowed audiences around the world, Hiccup and Toothless return to captivate fans with an adventure of ...

In "The LEGO Movie 2: The Second Part", now available on Blu-ray/DVD, we learn that all the things we thought were awesome, isn't when we're forced to grow up. Ironically this life lesson comes from adorable LEGO DUPLO® invaders from outer space.


Note: Warner Bros. sent me the #TheLEGOMovie2 Bluray/DVD for review purpose. Any personal views expressed are always 100% my own.#WBPromotion


MY REVIEW

How our heroes of Bricksburg learn to cope with this lesson, makes for an interesting and musical movie night. While I feel the songs were a bit much in some scenes, overall I enjoyed watching "The LEGO Movie 2: The Second Part" and think the storyline of friendship, growing up and it's ok when everything is not awesome, is something families will enjoy.

Along with a good storyline, here are a few other things you'll enjoy while watching "The LEGO Movie 2: The Second Part".

The LEGO DUPLO® invaders

OMGosh they are SO cute. Even when their terrorizing and blowing things up. They have sweet faces and are always cheerful. It's hilarious some of them say hello and then explode. They are fun to watch and really became part of the story

The LEGO Batman is everything

While this story is once again about Emmet and Lucy saving the day, LEGO Batman steals the scenes anytime he's there. He does this rap that IS awesome, along with flipping from battling the Queen Watevra Wa'Nabi to then planning a wedding. Oh that Batman.

The Message of Growth and Friendship

While battling LEGO DUPLO® invaders for years, Emmet and Lucy had to "grown up" and learn new ways to cope with the changes in their life. Lucy especially, who tried to push Emmet to change. Eventually they both learn that while sometimes you do need to grow-up a bit and change, you can still keep a sense of fun to life and your friendship. That's a good lesson for families to learn and remembers.

Like the team says, everything can always be awesome, and it's okay! It's still good.



The much-anticipated sequel, “The LEGO® Movie 2: The Second Part” reunites the heroes of Bricksburg in an all new action-packed adventure to save their beloved city when it arrives on 4K UHD Combo Pack($44.95), Blu-ray Combo Pack($35.99), DVD Special Edition ($28.98), Movies Anywhere and Digital by Warner Bros. Home Entertainment.


SYNOPSIS

It’s been five years since everything was awesome and the citizens are now facing a huge new threat: LEGO DUPLO® invaders from outer space, wrecking everything faster than it can be rebuilt.

The battle to defeat the invaders and restore harmony to the LEGO universe will take Emmet (Chris Pratt), Lucy (Elizabeth Banks), Batman (Will Arnett) and their friends to faraway, unexplored worlds, including a galaxy filled with fantastic planets, strange characters and catchy new songs. It will test their courage, creativity and Master Building skills, and reveal just how special they really are.

Reprising their starring roles from the first film are Chris Pratt (“Guardians of the Galaxy,” “Jurassic World”) as Emmet; Elizabeth Banks (“The Hunger Games” movies, “Love & Mercy”) as Lucy, aka Wyldstyle; Will Arnett (“The LEGO® Batman Movies,” TV’s “Arrested Development”) as LEGO Batman; Alison Brie (TV’s “GLOW,” TV’s “Community”) as Unikitty; Nick Offerman (“Fargo,” TV’s “Parks and Recreation”) as MetalBeard; and Charlie Day (the “Horrible Bosses” movies, TV’s “It’s Always Sunny in Philadephia”) as Benny.

They are joined by Tiffany Haddish (“Girls Trip,” “Keanu”) and Stephanie Beatriz (“Short Term 12,” TV’s “Brooklyn Nine-Nine”) as new characters Queen Watevra Wa'Nabi and General Mayhem, respectively, and Maya Rudolph (“Bridesmaids,” TV’s “Big Mouth”), as Mom.


4K, BLU-RAY AND DVD ELEMENTS

“The LEGO® Movie 2: The Second Part” 4K UHD Combo Pack and Blu-ray Combo Pack contain the following special features:

• Everything is Awesome Sing-along – Sing-along, trivia, games and more!
• Commentary – Fun behind the scenes commentary by filmmakers?
• They Come in Pieces: Assembling The LEGO Movie 2? – Featurette highlighting A-list voice talent including Chris Pratt, Elizabeth Banks, Will Arnett and Tiffany Haddish
• Emmet’s Holiday Party: A LEGO Movie Short – Holiday themed animated short
• LEGO Sets in Action – Animations of the LEGO product tied to The LEGO Movie 2
• LEGO Designers – LEGO toy designers highlight key play sets in TLM2 product line
• Outtakes & Deleted Scenes – Never before seen scenes
• Super Cool Music Video – Music video by Beck featuring Robyn and The Lonely Island
• Promotion Spots – Fun custom spots featured during the theatrical campaign

“The LEGO® Movie 2: The Second Part” DVD Special Edition contains the following special features:

• Commentary – Fun behind the scenes commentary by filmmakers?
• They Come in Pieces: Assembling The LEGO Movie 2? – Featurette highlighting A-list voice talent including Chris Pratt, Elizabeth Banks, Will Arnett and Tiffany Haddish
• Emmet’s Holiday Party: A LEGO Movie Short – Holiday themed animated short
• LEGO Sets in Action – Animations of the LEGO product tied to The LEGO Movie 2
• LEGO Designers – LEGO toy designers highlight key play sets in TLM2 product line
• Outtakes & Deleted Scenes – Never before seen scenes
• Super Cool Music Video – Music video by Beck featuring Robyn and The Lonely Island
• Promotion Spots – Fun custom spots featured during the theatrical campaign

“The LEGO® Movie 2: The Second Part” was directed by Mike Mitchell (“Shrek Ever After,” “Trolls,” “Sky High”) and produced by Dan Lin, Phil Lord, Christopher Miller and Roy Lee, the team behind the LEGO film franchise since “The LEGO Movie,” and Jinko Gotoh.

The screenplay was written by Lord and Miller, the Oscar-winning producers of “Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse,” from a story by Lord, Miller and Matthew Fogel, based on LEGO Construction Toys. Trisha Gum was the animation director.

Serving as executive producers were Jill Wilfert, Keith Malone, Matthew Ashton, Chris McKay, Zareh Nalbandian, Ryan Halprin, Will Allegra and Chris Leahy. The production designer was Patrick Marc Hanenberger.

Warner Bros. Pictures and Warner Animation Group present, in association with LEGO System A/S, a Rideback/Lord Miller/Vertigo Entertainment Production, “The LEGO® Movie 2: The Second Part.” The film will be distributed worldwide by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company.

The 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray disc of “The LEGO® Movie 2: The Second Part” will feature a Dolby Atmos® soundtrack remixed specifically for the home theater environment to place and move audio anywhere in the room, including overhead. To experience Dolby Atmos at home, a Dolby Atmos enabled AV receiver and additional speakers are required, or a Dolby Atmos enabled sound bar. Dolby Atmos soundtracks are also fully backward compatible with traditional audio configurations and legacy home entertainment equipment.

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Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment presents LOST IN SPACE, The Complete First Season, arriving on Blu-ray and DVD June 4.


Set thirty years in the future, this epic reimagining of the original family space adventure ­finds the Robinsons torn off course en route to what they hoped would be a fresh start on a distant space colony. Against all odds, but with endless hope and extensive training, the family bands together to survive on a dangerous alien planet.

LOST IN SPACE stars TOBY STEPHENS (Black Sails, Die Another Day) as John Robinson, and MOLLY PARKER (House of Cards, Deadwood) as Maureen Robinson.

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The much-anticipated sequel, “The LEGO® Movie 2: The Second Part” reunites the heroes of Bricksburg in an all new action-packed adventure to save their beloved city when it arrives on 4K UHD Combo Pack($44.95), Blu-ray Combo Pack($35.99), DVD Special Edition ($28.98), Movies Anywhere and Digital by Warner Bros. Home Entertainment.


Note: Warner Bros. sent me the #TheLEGOMovie2 Bluray/DVD for review purpose. Any personal views expressed are always 100% my own.#WBPromotion


SYNOPSIS

It’s been five years since everything was awesome and the citizens are now facing a huge new threat: LEGO DUPLO® invaders from outer space, wrecking everything faster than it can be rebuilt.

The battle to defeat the invaders and restore harmony to the LEGO universe will take Emmet (Chris Pratt), Lucy (Elizabeth Banks), Batman (Will Arnett) and their friends to faraway, unexplored worlds, including a galaxy filled with fantastic planets, strange characters and catchy new songs. It will test their courage, creativity and Master Building skills, and reveal just how special they really are.

Reprising their starring roles from the first film are Chris Pratt (“Guardians of the Galaxy,” “Jurassic World”) as Emmet; Elizabeth Banks (“The Hunger Games” movies, “Love & Mercy”) as Lucy, aka Wyldstyle; Will Arnett (“The LEGO® Batman Movies,” TV’s “Arrested Development”) as LEGO Batman; Alison Brie (TV’s “GLOW,” TV’s “Community”) as Unikitty; Nick Offerman (“Fargo,” TV’s “Parks and Recreation”) as MetalBeard; and Charlie Day (the “Horrible Bosses” movies, TV’s “It’s Always Sunny in Philadephia”) as Benny.

They are joined by Tiffany Haddish (“Girls Trip,” “Keanu”) and Stephanie Beatriz (“Short Term 12,” TV’s “Brooklyn Nine-Nine”) as new characters Queen Watevra Wa'Nabi and General Mayhem, respectively, and Maya Rudolph (“Bridesmaids,” TV’s “Big Mouth”), as Mom.


4K, BLU-RAY AND DVD ELEMENTS

“The LEGO® Movie 2: The Second Part” 4K UHD Combo Pack and Blu-ray Combo Pack contain the following special features:

• Everything is Awesome Sing-along – Sing-along, trivia, games and more!
• Commentary – Fun behind the scenes commentary by filmmakers?
• They Come in Pieces: Assembling The LEGO Movie 2? – Featurette highlighting A-list voice talent including Chris Pratt, Elizabeth Banks, Will Arnett and Tiffany Haddish
• Emmet’s Holiday Party: A LEGO Movie Short – Holiday themed animated short
• LEGO Sets in Action – Animations of the LEGO product tied to The LEGO Movie 2
• LEGO Designers – LEGO toy designers highlight key play sets in TLM2 product line
• Outtakes & Deleted Scenes – Never before seen scenes
• Super Cool Music Video – Music video by Beck featuring Robyn and The Lonely Island
• Promotion Spots – Fun custom spots featured during the theatrical campaign

“The LEGO® Movie 2: The Second Part” DVD Special Edition contains the following special features:

• Commentary – Fun behind the scenes commentary by filmmakers?
• They Come in Pieces: Assembling The LEGO Movie 2? – Featurette highlighting A-list voice talent including Chris Pratt, Elizabeth Banks, Will Arnett and Tiffany Haddish
• Emmet’s Holiday Party: A LEGO Movie Short – Holiday themed animated short
• LEGO Sets in Action – Animations of the LEGO product tied to The LEGO Movie 2
• LEGO Designers – LEGO toy designers highlight key play sets in TLM2 product line
• Outtakes & Deleted Scenes – Never before seen scenes
• Super Cool Music Video – Music video by Beck featuring Robyn and The Lonely Island
• Promotion Spots – Fun custom spots featured during the theatrical campaign

“The LEGO® Movie 2: The Second Part” was directed by Mike Mitchell (“Shrek Ever After,” “Trolls,” “Sky High”) and produced by Dan Lin, Phil Lord, Christopher Miller and Roy Lee, the team behind the LEGO film franchise since “The LEGO Movie,” and Jinko Gotoh.

The screenplay was written by Lord and Miller, the Oscar-winning producers of “Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse,” from a story by Lord, Miller and Matthew Fogel, based on LEGO Construction Toys. Trisha Gum was the animation director.

Serving as executive producers were Jill Wilfert, Keith Malone, Matthew Ashton, Chris McKay, Zareh Nalbandian, Ryan Halprin, Will Allegra and Chris Leahy. The production designer was Patrick Marc Hanenberger.

Warner Bros. Pictures and Warner Animation Group present, in association with LEGO System A/S, a Rideback/Lord Miller/Vertigo Entertainment Production, “The LEGO® Movie 2: The Second Part.” The film will be distributed worldwide by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company.

The 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray disc of “The LEGO® Movie 2: The Second Part” will feature a Dolby Atmos® soundtrack remixed specifically for the home theater environment to place and move audio anywhere in the room, including overhead. To experience Dolby Atmos at home, a Dolby Atmos enabled AV receiver and additional speakers are required, or a Dolby Atmos enabled sound bar. Dolby Atmos soundtracks are also fully backward compatible with traditional audio configurations and legacy home entertainment equipment.

To learn more,visit www.TheLEGOMovie.com

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