Heath Ledger’s ‘A Knight’s Tale’ Gets Stunning 4K Steelbook Release – Don’t Miss Out!

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Fans of physical media, particularly those eagerly awaiting a 4K version of the film “A Knight’s Tale“, can now rejoice! Sony Pictures Home Entertainment has unveiled a limited-edition steelbook. This collectible item offers fully restored versions of both the Extended and Theatrical cuts of the movie, a rock-and-roll comedy featuring the talented Heath Ledger, who portrays the charismatic William Thatcher (or as he might prefer, Sir Ulrich von Liechtenstein of Gelderland).

According to ComicBook.com, the 4K Blu-ray version of “A Knight’s Tale” will hit shelves on May 20, 2025. This release is packed with goodies for movie enthusiasts. The discs contain not just two versions of the film in stunning 4K resolution with Dolby Vision and immersive Dolby Atmos sound (as approved by director Brian Helgeland), but also an array of bonus content. This includes deleted scenes, extended sequences, commentaries from cast and crew, behind-the-scenes documentaries, a blooper reel, and much more, as outlined below.

DISC ONE – 4K BLU-RAY

Special Features and Technical Specs:

  • NEW 4K RESTORATIONS of the Theatrical & Extended versions of the film
  • DOLBY VISION/HDR PRESENTATIONS OF BOTH VERSIONS
  • NEW DOLBY ATMOS TRACK (for both versions) + English 5.1 (for both versions)
  • 4K HDR picture and Dolby Atmos audio approved by director Brian Helgeland

DISC TWO – BLU-RAY

  • NEW 4K RESTORATION OF THE THEATRICAL VERSION, plus English 5.1 track
  • NEW 5 Deleted & Extended Scenes
  • NEW Gag Reel
  • NEW Quill and Quarterhorse: 2nd Unit Photography
  • Commentary with Director Brian Helgeland and Actor Paul Bettany
  • 11 Behind-The-Scenes Featurettes
  • 6 Original Deleted Scenes with Filmmaker’s Intros
  • HBO Making-Of Special
  • Music Video
  • Domestic and International Trailers & TV Spot

The depicted steelbook up ahead will undoubtedly catch attention on any shelf due to its front image showcasing Heath Ledger’s character from the movie, all set for a fierce steel-on-steel battle in medieval armor, wielding his sword with confidence. Accompanying him on the reverse side are other cast members, such as Jocelyn, portrayed by Shannyn Sossamon who was Thatcher’s love interest in the film. Inside the casing lies the excitement of one of the movie’s popular jousting tournaments.

‘A Knight’s Tale’ Is a Real Rags-to-Riches Story

Approximately 25 years have passed since “A Knight’s Tale” was first screened in cinemas, and it continues to be admired by many, despite initially receiving mixed reviews from critics. This film cleverly combines action, romance, and humor to create a moving narrative that revolves around William Thatcher, a peasant squire who poses as a knight and captivates the jousting world (as well as moviegoers since the film earned $117.5 million globally against a production budget of $65 million).

Over time, the movie “A Knight’s Tale” has gained more fans, especially since it became accessible on streaming services. You can now rent, buy, or stream it on multiple platforms, including Paramount+. Last year, director Brian Helgeland proposed a sequel to this beloved comedy to Netflix in April. Unfortunately, Netflix declined the project after running it through their algorithm and deciding that it might not generate enough success to warrant production costs. As a result, viewers can only enjoy one installment of the knight’s chivalrous story for now.

The 4K Blu-ray Steelbook of A Knight’s Tale will be released on May 20, 2025.

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2025-03-07 14:45