Arrow Video, a prominent division of Arrow Films, specializes in the distribution of horror and cult films across various formats, including DVD, Blu-ray, and 4K. The company recently announced an exciting lineup of new titles set for release this July. Fans will be thrilled to see iconic films such as the Sylvester Stallone classic Cobra, the cult favorite The Stuff directed by Larry Cohen, and the infamous Lucio Fulci horror flick, Zombie. Let’s delve into the details of these thrilling upcoming releases:
The announcement kicked off with the eagerly awaited double feature Blu-ray collection featuring acclaimed director Ole Bornedal’s films, Nightwatch and Nightwatch: Demons Are Forever. This collection is a must-have for fans of gripping thrillers and Nordic Noir.
Before the Nordic Noir genre captivated audiences with acclaimed series like The Killing and The Bridge, writer-director Ole Bornedal had already established it with his groundbreaking film Nightwatch. This unforgettable thriller served as the breakout film for actors Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, known for his role in Game of Thrones, and Kim Bodnia from Pusher. The film follows law student Martin (Coster-Waldau), who takes a job as a night watchman at a morgue to support his studies amidst a wave of gruesome murders in Copenhagen. As he navigates his new responsibilities and his friendship with the reckless Jens (Bodnia), the tension strains his relationship with his girlfriend Kalinka (Sofie Gråbøl, known for The Killing). When Inspector Wörmer (Ulf Pilgaard, Borgen) begins to suspect Martin may be involved in the killings, he must race against time to uncover the real murderer and clear his name. Set three decades later, Nightwatch: Demons Are Forever follows Martin’s daughter Emma (Fanny Leander Bornedal, The Bridge), who works nights at the same morgue to uncover the dark history that haunts her family. As new murders echo the past, Martin must confront his trauma alongside Emma to prevent history from repeating itself. These films are rich in suspense and feature captivating performances, making Nightwatch and Nightwatch: Demons Are Forever essential viewing for aficionados of Nordic Noir and thriller films alike.
LIMITED EDITION CONTENTS: This remarkable collection includes a High-Definition (1080p) Blu-ray presentation of both films, featuring original lossless stereo and 5.1 DTS-HD Master Audio options, as well as optional English subtitles. The reversible sleeve showcases newly commissioned artwork by Peter Strain, and the collection also includes a double-sided foldout poster with the same artwork. Additionally, an illustrated collector’s booklet is included, featuring fresh writing on both films by Eva Novrup Redvall.
DISC ONE – NIGHTWATCH: Includes an audio commentary by writer-director Ole Bornedal, a newly filmed interview with director of photography Dan Laustsen titled “Not Afraid of the Darkness,” and an appreciation of the films by film critic Barry Forshaw, who specializes in Nordic Noir. Also included is a making-of documentary for Nightwatch and a trailer for both films.
DISC TWO – NIGHTWATCH: DEMONS ARE FOREVER: This disc features a brand-new video essay titled “How the Nightwatch Films Explore the Horrors of Adulthood” by film critic Heather Wixson, along with another video essay titled “Life (and Death) on Mars: Public and Private Life in the Nightwatch Universe” by Alexandra Heller-Nicholas, plus the trailer for Nightwatch: Demons Are Forever.
Next on the list, Arrow Video announced a limited edition Blu-ray release for the home invasion thriller Crumb Catcher.
In Crumb Catcher, directed by Chris Skotchdopole, two married couples find their lives intertwined in an unexpected and chaotic manner. This beautifully shot yet darkly humorous home invasion thriller emerges from the creative mind of Larry Fessenden’s Glass Eye Pix, known for films like The House of the Devil, The Ranger, Depraved. The story follows Shane (Rigo Garay) and his new wife, Leah (Ella Rae Peck), who head to a secluded house for their honeymoon after experiencing a blackout on their wedding night. Their romantic plans take a turn when they are confronted by John (John Speredakos), the waiter from their reception, and Rose (Lorraine Farris), the bartender, who blackmail Shane for a secret he can’t recall. As the situation escalates, it becomes clear that the blackmailers have ulterior motives beyond financial gain; they are eager to recruit Shane as a business partner for their innovative invention, dubbed… The Crumb Catcher. With brilliant performances from the cast, this absurdist and satirical film serves as a chilling yet comedic exploration of the American Dream’s failures and marks an impressive directorial debut for Chris Skotchdopole, who has been recognized by The Hollywood Reporter as one of the Best Horror Films of 2024.
LIMITED EDITION CONTENTS: This release features a High-Definition (1080p) Blu-ray presentation, original 5.1 surround sound audio, and optional English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing. Exclusive to Arrow Video is a brand-new commentary recorded by writer-director Chris Skotchdopole in 2025, along with a behind-the-scenes feature titled “Catching Crumbs: The Making of Crumb Catcher,” which includes interviews with the film’s cast and crew. Additionally, two short films by Skotchdopole, The Egg and the Hatchet (2016) and Camp Out (2010), will be included, along with the original trailer and an illustrated collector’s booklet featuring introductions by producer Larry Fessenden and new writings by Richard Newby and Tori Potenza. The reversible sleeve will showcase original artwork by Tessa Price and Sister Hyde.
Following this, Arrow revealed that Joe Carnahan’s intense crime thriller Narc will also receive limited edition releases on both 4K and Blu-ray formats.
As a natural successor to the gritty thrillers of the 1970s, director Joe Carnahan’s Narc redefines the genre, setting new standards for modern cop dramas with its relentless tone and style. Set against the harsh winter backdrop of Detroit, narcotics officer Nick Tellis (Jason Patric, known for The Lost Boys) is trying to recover from a botched undercover operation. Hoping for a quieter desk job, he reluctantly agrees to return to active duty and partner with Detective Henry Oak (Ray Liotta, famous for Goodfellas) to investigate the murder of Oak’s former partner. As the investigation unfolds, the lines between their personal and professional lives blur, leading to a complicated dynamic filled with suspicion. Narc is considered one of the finest crime films of the 21st century, now available in a filmmaker-approved 4K remaster featuring immersive Atmos audio and a wealth of bonus content.
4K ULTRA HD BLU-RAY LIMITED EDITION CONTENTS: This edition includes a stunning 4K remaster from the original negative by Arrow Films, along with a reversible sleeve featuring both original and newly commissioned artwork by Nathanael Marsh. Also included is a double-sided poster featuring the same artwork and an illustrated collector’s booklet containing writing by Michelle Kisner, an interview with producer Diane Nabatoff, and archival interviews and articles.
DISC ONE – FEATURE (4K ULTRA HD BLU-RAY): This disc features a 4K (2160p) Ultra HD Blu-ray presentation in Dolby Vision (HDR10 compatible), original stereo audio, and Dolby Atmos surround audio. Optional English subtitles are provided for the deaf and hard-of-hearing, alongside archival feature commentary from director Joe Carnahan and editor John Gilroy, as well as an introduction from director Joe Carnahan.
DISC TWO – EXTRAS (BLU-RAY): Included are interviews with Joe Carnahan in “Shattering the Blue Line,” a video essay titled “Shooting Narc” featuring director of photography Alex Nepomniaschy, and interviews with cast members and costume designer Gersha Phillips. Vintage promotional featurettes exploring the making of the film and its visual style are also included, along with theatrical trailers and an image gallery.
LIMITED EDITION BLU-RAY CONTENTS: This edition features a 4K remaster from the original negative, a reversible sleeve with original and newly commissioned artwork, a double-sided poster, and an illustrated collector’s booklet featuring essential writings and interviews.
DISC ONE – FEATURE: This Blu-ray presents the film in High Definition (1080p) with original stereo audio and Dolby Atmos surround audio, as well as optional English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing. Archival commentary from director Joe Carnahan and editor John Gilroy is also included, along with an introduction from Carnahan.
DISC TWO – EXTRAS: This disc features the same interviews and video essays included in the 4K extras, along with vintage promotional featurettes, theatrical trailers, and an image gallery, ensuring fans receive a comprehensive package of content.
Next on the agenda is a limited edition 4K release of the iconic action film Cobra.
CRIME IS A DISEASE. MEET THE CURE. Following the massive success of Rambo: First Blood Part II, Sylvester Stallone teamed up with director George P. Cosmatos for the action-packed thriller Cobra. In this film, Stallone plays Lt. Marion “Cobra” Cobretti, a police officer in Los Angeles who takes on a crazed killer and a murderous cult threatening the city. After witnessing a gruesome murder, Ingrid Knudsen (Brigitte Nielsen) becomes a target and is placed under Cobretti’s protection. When multiple attempts on her life unfold, Cobretti realizes he is confronting not just an individual psychopath but a larger conspiracy aiming for a new world order. This film is a quintessential example of 80s action cinema and is being released by Arrow Video in a stunning new restoration accompanied by a plethora of new and archival extras.
4K ULTRA HD LIMITED EDITION CONTENTS: This edition features a brand new 4K restoration of the film sourced from the original 35mm negative by Arrow Films. The 4K (2160p) Ultra HD Blu-ray presentation is compatible with Dolby Vision (HDR10). The audio options include original lossless stereo 2.0, 4.0, and DTS-HD MA 5.1, along with optional English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing. New audio commentaries will be provided by film critics and scholars, alongside a collection of archival features, interviews, and trailers, ensuring a comprehensive viewing experience.
Another exciting title receiving a limited edition 4K release is Larry Cohen’s cult classic The Stuff.
ARE YOU EATING IT… OR IS IT EATING YOU? The Stuff is a new dessert sensation taking the market by storm; it’s low-calorie, delicious, and doesn’t stain your carpet. However, it harbors a dark secret. Young Jason is the only one who refuses to eat The Stuff, having witnessed its unsettling behavior in the fridge. As consumers begin to act strangely after consuming it, Jason teams up with witty industrial saboteur Mo to uncover and thwart the sinister organization behind this terrifying product, or face a sticky demise. Directed by horror maestro Larry Cohen, known for the It’s Alive series, The Stuff cleverly melds horror, satire, and social commentary, serving as a delectable treat for both horror enthusiasts and critics alike.
2-DISC 4K ULTRA HD BLU-RAY LIMITED EDITION CONTENTS: This limited edition includes a reversible sleeve showcasing original and newly commissioned artwork by Chris Barnes, along with an illustrated collector’s booklet featuring writings on the film by Joel Harley and a new essay by Daniel Burnett.
DISC 1 – FEATURE & EXTRAS (4K ULTRA HD BLU-RAY): This disc offers a brand new 4K restoration from the original camera negative, featuring a 4K (2160p) UHD Blu-ray presentation in Dolby Vision (HDR10 compatible). The original lossless English 1.0 mono audio and optional English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing are included. New audio commentary by writers and critics David Flint and Adrian Smith accompanies archival commentary by Larry Cohen. Additionally, a documentary titled “Can’t Get Enough of The Stuff” explores the making of this classic creature feature.
DISC 2 – PRE-RELEASE VERSION (BLU-RAY) [LIMITED EDITION EXCLUSIVE]: This disc features an early pre-release cut of the film with over 30 minutes of additional footage and a different music score, uniquely remastered by Arrow Films. It includes a high-definition Blu-ray (1080p) presentation, original lossless English 1.0 mono audio, and optional English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing.
Finally, the lineup is rounded out with a limited edition 4K release of Lucio Fulci’s infamous film Zombie, also known as Zombie Flesh Eaters or Zombi 2.
THEY WILL RISE TO SUCK THE BLOOD OF THE LIVING! Delve into the controversial depths of Zombie Flesh Eaters, a film steeped in notoriety and moral outrage. This gut-wrenching, shark-wrestling, eye-gouging horror film from Lucio Fulci’s dark imagination presents a chilling narrative where a derelict boat in New York Harbour unleashes a cargo of flesh-craving zombies. A young American woman and a journalist embark on a perilous investigation on a tropical island afflicted by a deadly disease that resurrects the dead. As they uncover the murderous curse, Fulci’s grotesque and relentless zombies overwhelm the living, and the chaos extends to the streets of New York. Over 45 years later, Zombie Flesh Eaters continues to shock and provoke, embodying the essence of a classic horror film that sparked moral panics.
4K ULTRA HD LIMITED EDITION CONTENTS: This edition features a 4K restoration derived from the original 2-perf Techniscope negative, with a 4K (2160p) Ultra HD Blu-ray presentation in Dolby Vision (HDR10 compatible). It includes original English and Italian front and end titles, restored lossless English and Italian mono audio, as well as optional remixed lossless English Dolby Atmos audio and remixed lossless Italian DTS-HD MA 7.1 audio. Comprehensive audio commentaries and visual essays, alongside archival interviews and trailers, provide an in-depth exploration of this cinematic landmark.
Additionally, an “arte original O-card” edition is exclusively available on the Arrow Video website.
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