Lionsgate Home Entertainment has officially announced the much-anticipated release of The Way of the Gun in stunning 4K Ultra HD format, set to hit the shelves on June 17th. This captivating action thriller, featuring the talented performances of Ryan Phillippe and Benicio del Toro, marks the impressive directorial debut of Christopher McQuarrie, who has since established himself as a leading figure in the Mission: Impossible franchise, renowned for his unique storytelling and directorial prowess.
The Way of the Gun intricately “explores the dramatic fates of two petty criminals, Parker (Ryan Phillippe) and Longbaugh (Benicio Del Toro). They believe they’ve struck gold when they kidnap a surrogate mother, Robin (Juliette Lewis), who is on the verge of delivering a child for a wealthy couple. The duo envisions a simple plan with a lucrative payoff of $15 million, but their scheme unravels spectacularly. Unbeknownst to them, Robin is carrying the son of a fearsome gangster (Scott Wilson), who sends his ruthless hitmen and his seasoned right-hand man (James Caan) to eliminate Parker and Longbaugh, leading to a whirlwind of chaos and suspense.“
Check out the eye-catching 4K Ultra HD Steelbook cover for The Way of the Gun below, proudly presented by Lionsgate Limited.
Fans of the film will be pleased to discover the extensive list of special features and technical specifications included in this release:
- 4K RESTORATION OF THE FILM
- DOLBY VISION/HDR PRESENTATION OF THE FILM
- DOLBY ATMOS AUDIO TRACK
- NEW Intention Is Everything (TRT 20-25 mins.)
- NEW Trigger Discipline (TRT 8-10 mins.)
- Audio Commentary featuring Writer/Director Christopher McQuarrie and Composer Joe Kraemer
- Isolated Music Track with Commentary by Composer Joe Kraemer
- Cast Interviews
- Benicio Del Toro
- Juliette Lewis
- Taye Diggs
- Nicky Katt
- James Caan
- Storyboards and Script of a Deleted Scene
- Theatrical Trailer
- TV Spot
- Optional English and Spanish subtitles for the main feature
In a past interview with JoBlo, McQuarrie reflected on how The Way of the Gun laid the groundwork for his future work on the Mission: Impossible series. He shared, “The Way of the Gun was the first step in a long and ongoing journey toward my ultimate goal, which is simply one of understanding how to be understood – how to make the audience look where I want, hear what I want, and feel what I want. This film taught me that the audience doesn’t work for me; I work for them.”
He elaborated, “The greatest irony is that I never set out to be an action director. My aspirations were to create historical dramas like Valkyrie (and I still do!). When Tom Cruise saw The Way of the Gun, he immediately recognized my understanding of clarity and geography. Despite its flaws, and being a film that leans heavily on dialogue, he saw the visual storyteller within me. The Way of the Gun didn’t just prepare me; it secured me the opportunity. Just as I had done for Ryan Phillippe, Tom provided me a chance that no one else would dare to give, allowing me the freedom to explore my vision.”
The highly anticipated Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning is set to release in theaters on May 23rd. Early reactions have been overwhelmingly positive, particularly praising the breathtaking stunt work, although some critics felt that the film could benefit from a tighter runtime.
Are you excited to enhance your collection with The Way of the Gun in 4K quality?
