Releases for August 2025 (continuously updated)
Each month brings an exciting selection of 4K Ultra HD releases for collectors and movie lovers. From timeless classics and cult favorites to prestige restorations and exclusive editions, these new releases offer enhanced video quality with HDR10 or Dolby Vision, immersive Dolby Atmos soundtracks, fresh bonus content, and collectible packaging.
Whether you’re building a new collection or upgrading existing titles, our monthly Top 4K Release articles highlight the most noteworthy releases with detailed specs and comparisons to previous editions, helping you make informed decisions about which editions deliver meaningful improvements and deserve a place on your shelf. We will continue to update this list as new titles are announced.
August 6, 2025
1. Sunset Boulevard
![Sunset Boulevard [4K UHD + Blu-Ray + Digital]](https://4kpreorders.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/81WAhych2GL-3-600x752.jpg "Sunset Boulevard [4K UHD + Blu-Ray + Digital]")
- Studio: Paramount Pictures
- Formats: 4K UHD + Blu-ray + Digital
- Video: 4K UHD, HDR10, Dolby Vision
- Audio: English Dolby Atmos, DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1
- Extras: Behind-the-scenes featurettes, audio commentary, restored original trailer
Comparison:
This release upgrades from the 2014 Blu-ray with a native 4K scan and adds Dolby Vision alongside HDR10, improving contrast, highlight detail, and color depth. The audio track is upgraded from DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 to Dolby Atmos, offering a more immersive soundstage. New featurettes and expanded commentary provide additional value over the previous edition.
2. Convoy
![Convoy (4KUHD) [4K UHD]](https://4kpreorders.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/51JPiMFfflL-600x765.jpg "Convoy (4KUHD) [4K UHD]")
- Studio: Universal Pictures
- Formats: 4K UHD
- Video: 4K UHD, HDR10
- Audio: DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1
- Extras: New interviews with cast and crew, restored footage
Comparison:
Offers a new 4K scan from original film elements with HDR10 grading, enhancing clarity and contrast over the 2015 Blu-ray. Audio remains DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1. Includes new interviews and restored footage not present in prior releases.
3. Casper – 30th Anniversary Limited Edition Steelbook
- Studio: Universal Pictures
- Formats: 4K UHD Steelbook + Blu-ray + Digital
- Video: 4K UHD, HDR10
- Audio: Dolby Atmos 5.1
- Extras: Anniversary documentary, cast interviews, collectible steelbook art
Comparison:
Adds a Dolby Atmos 5.1 track over the 2018 4K release’s Dolby TrueHD 5.1 audio. Includes new bonus features such as the anniversary documentary and expanded cast interviews. Comes in collectible steelbook packaging, replacing the prior standard slipcase edition.
August 13, 2025
4. Better Off Dead
![Better Off Dead [4K UHD + Blu-Ray + Digital]](https://4kpreorders.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/81aEgjYaz8L-1-768x967.jpg "Better Off Dead [4K UHD + Blu-Ray + Digital]")
- Studio: Lionsgate
- Formats: 4K UHD + Blu-ray + Digital
- Video: 4K UHD, HDR10
- Audio: Dolby Atmos 5.1
- Extras: Cast interviews, deleted scenes, director’s commentary
Comparison:
First-ever 4K release, replacing DVD and Blu-ray editions. Features a new Dolby Atmos 5.1 audio mix, a significant upgrade from the previous stereo soundtrack.
5. The Burmese Harp (Criterion Collection)
![The Burmese Harp (The Criterion Collection) [4K UHD]](https://4kpreorders.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/81m4dGR-FGL-600x745.jpg "The Burmese Harp (The Criterion Collection) [4K UHD]")
- Studio: Criterion Collection
- Formats: 4K UHD + Blu-ray
- Video: 4K UHD, HDR10
- Audio: LPCM Mono
- Extras: New essays, audio commentary, archival interviews
Comparison:
First Criterion 4K release with a new 4K digital restoration scanned from original film elements. Offers vastly improved image quality over the previous standard definition DVD. Audio remains LPCM Mono for authenticity.
6. Fires on the Plain (Criterion Collection)
![Fires on the Plain (The Criterion Collection) [4K UHD]](https://4kpreorders.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/71GODRgCjvL-600x745.jpg "Fires on the Plain (The Criterion Collection) [4K UHD]")
- Studio: Criterion Collection
- Formats: 4K UHD + Blu-ray
- Video: 4K UHD, HDR10
- Audio: LPCM Mono
- Extras: Scholarly essays, director interviews, restored archival footage
Comparison:
Features a new 4K scan with HDR10, replacing the older SD DVD. Audio remains LPCM Mono. Bonus content expanded with scholarly essays and restored archival footage not present before.
7. The 40-Year-Old Virgin (Bonus Title)
- Studio: Universal Pictures
- Formats: 4K UHD + Blu-ray + Digital
- Video: 4K UHD, HDR10
- Audio: Dolby Atmos 5.1
- Extras: Deleted scenes, commentary, bloopers
Comparison:
Upgrades from the 2014 Blu-ray with a new Dolby Atmos 5.1 audio track and 4K HDR10 remaster, offering improved picture clarity and a richer sound experience.
8. Meet the Parents
- Studio: Universal Pictures
- Formats: 4K UHD + Blu-ray + Digital
- Video: 4K UHD, HDR10
- Audio: Dolby Atmos 5.1
- Extras: Commentary, deleted scenes, featurettes
Comparison:
First 4K release with Dolby Atmos 5.1 audio, an upgrade over previous Blu-ray editions. Video upgraded to 4K HDR10 for improved detail and color.
August 20, 2025
9. Late Night With the Devil – Steelbook
![Late Night With the Devil – Steelbook [4K UHD]](https://4kpreorders.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/71WPzt2GsXL-600x865.jpg "Late Night With the Devil – Steelbook [4K UHD]")
Late Night With the Devil – Steelbook [4K UHD]
Late Night With the Devil – Steelbook [4K UHD]
- Studio: Shout! Factory
- Formats: 4K UHD Steelbook
- Video: 4K UHD, HDR10+
- Audio: Dolby Atmos 7.1.2
- Extras: Behind-the-scenes, director Q&A, theatrical trailer
Comparison:
First 4K UHD release, upgrading last year’s Blu-ray with HDR10+ color grading and a new Dolby Atmos 7.1.2 audio track. Exclusive steelbook packaging adds collector appeal.
10. How to Train Your Dragon (2025) – Collector’s Edition
- Studio: Universal Pictures
- Formats: 4K UHD + Blu-ray + Digital
- Video: 4K UHD, HDR10, Dolby Vision
- Audio: Dolby Atmos 7.1
- Extras: Behind-the-scenes, deleted scenes, collectible packaging
Comparison:
Upgrades previous 4K editions with new Dolby Vision mastering and a Dolby Atmos 7.1 audio mix. The Limited Edition Steelbook includes exclusive packaging, a collectible magnetic medallion, and additional bonus content.
August 27, 2025
Bonus Pick: Poseidon [Limited Edition]
![Poseidon [Limited Edition] [4K UHD]](https://4kpreorders.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/81poU37cVeL-1-600x745.jpg "Poseidon [Limited Edition] [4K UHD]")
Poseidon [Limited Edition] [4K UHD]
Passengers are celebrating New Year’s Eve aboard the cruise-liner Poseidon but soon after midnight, a gigantic rogue wave upturns the vessel.
- Studio: Warner Bros.
- Formats: 4K UHD Limited Edition
- Video: 4K UHD, HDR10, Dolby Vision
- Audio: Dolby Atmos 7.1
- Extras: Making-of featurette, cast interviews, limited edition packaging
Comparison:
Adds Dolby Vision HDR and Dolby Atmos 7.1 audio compared to the 2016 Blu-ray release. Limited edition packaging and new bonus content make it a premium collector’s upgrade.
