Fourty years after its original release, Day of the Dead is getting a full 4K restoration via Scream Factory, arriving June 16 as a limited-edition 4-disc UHD Collector’s Edition. The set marks the first time George A. Romero’s 1985 film has been presented in 4K, sourced from the original interpositive and finished with Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos.
The release includes a rigid slipcase and collectible lobby cards, alongside a substantial package of new and archival extras. These include a new audio commentary, seven new interviews, two new featurettes, and multiple audio options (Atmos, 5.1, 2.0 mono, plus isolated score/effects tracks).
The restoration follows a lengthy search for suitable film elements, led by Radial Entertainment’s Jeff Roland, who ultimately located the materials needed to complete the project. Composer John Harrison has endorsed the result, noting improvements in both picture and sound quality.
Day of the Dead is the third entry in Romero’s original zombie trilogy, following Night of the Living Dead (1968) and Dawn of the Dead (1978). It’s widely regarded as a defining work in the genre, particularly for its practical effects by Tom Savini and its more cynical tone. It also keeps getting absolutely terrible sequels and remakes for no reason.
Here’s everything included:
DISC ONE (4K UHD, Feature Film)
NEW 4K Restoration From The Interpositive
Presented In Dolby Vision And Dolby Atmos
NEW Dolby Atmos, 5.1 Surround, 2.0 Dual Mono, Isolated Score and Effects Audio Track
NEW Audio Commentary With Author Daniel Kraus And Film Critic Drew McWeeny
Audio Commentary With Writer/Director George A. Romero, Special Make-Up Effects Artist Tom Savini, Production Designer Cletus Anderson, And Actress Lori Cardille
DISC TWO (Blu-ray™, Feature Film)
NEW 4K Restoration From The Interpositive
Presented In Dolby Vision And Dolby Atmos
NEW Dolby Atmos, 5.1 Surround, 2.0 Dual Mono, Isolated Score and Effects Audio Tracks
NEW Audio Commentary With Author Daniel Kraus And Film Critic Drew McWeeny
Audio Commentary With Writer/Director George A. Romero, Special Make-Up Effects Artist Tom Savini, Production Designer Cletus Anderson, And Actress Lori Cardille
DISC THREE (Blu-ray™, Documentary)
“World’s End: The Legacy of Day of the Dead” – A Feature Length Documentary About The Making Of Day Of The Dead
DISC FOUR (Blu-ray™, Special Features)
NEW Interview With Actor Lori Cardille
NEW Interview With Assistant to Tom Savini/Actor Greg Nicotero
NEW Interview With Composer And First Assistant Director John Harrison
NEW Interview With Founder Of The George A. Romero Foundation Suzanne Romero
NEW Interview With Actor John Amplas
NEW Interview With 2nd Unit Cameraman Ernest Dickerson
NEW Interview With Filmmaker Tina Romero
NEW “Monster Mania: Restoring Day Of The Dead'”
NEW “Stink of the Dead” – Featurette
Underground: A Look Into The Day Of The Dead Mines
Behind-The-Scenes Footage From Special Make-Up Effects Creator Tom Savini’s Archives
Wampum Mine Promotional Video
Photo Gallery
Theatrical Trailers
TV Spots
Check out the trailer down below.
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