Kingdom of Heaven (Director’s Cut) (3-Disc UHD/BD Combo + Digital + Steelbook)
Ridley Scott’s Kingdom of Heaven Gets the Steelbook Treatment
To mark the 20th anniversary of Ridley Scott’s Kingdom of Heaven, 20th Century Studios is releasing a deluxe 3-disc 4K Ultra HD combo package. This limited-edition SteelBook release, arriving May 27, 2025, features both the extended Director’s Cut and the theatrical-style Roadshow Version, restored in 4K with Dolby Vision and Atmos. It’s the most feature-rich and visually immersive edition yet—and a standout for serious collectors.
Key Features
- Dual Versions of the Film: Includes the Director’s Cut (~190 min) and Roadshow Version (~194 min) with overture, intermission, and exit music functions.
- Comprehensive Bonus Suite: Over 8 hours of extras across three discs, including filmmaker commentaries (in 4K), behind-the-scenes deep dives, deleted scenes, and extensive visual effects breakdowns.
- SteelBook Packaging: Collector-grade SteelBook featuring iconic imagery of masks and weaponry from the film.
- Multiple Formats: 3 discs (4K + Blu-ray + Blu-ray feature extras) plus a Digital Copy code for streaming.
Technical Specs
| Disc | Video | Audio | Runtime |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4K UHD | Native 4K (100 GB), Dolby Vision + HDR10 | Dolby Atmos + 2.0 DD Descriptive Audio | ~194 min (Roadshow) & ~190 min (Director’s) |
| Blu-ray | 1080p HD | DTS-HD MA 5.1 + 2.0 DD Descriptive | Same as above |
| Blu-ray Extras | SD/HD | Varies per content | 8+ hours |
- Subtitles: English SDH, Spanish, and French on 4K and Blu-ray.
- Aspect Ratio: 2.35:1
SteelBook Edition Details
- Design: Matte SteelBook featuring detailed artwork of Crusader-era helmets and masks—a collector favorite. Limited edition and quickly sold out on initial release, back in stock as of August 11, 2025.
- Build: This set includes three discs housed in two disc hubs. Some collectors have noted that the dual-hub layout may fit awkwardly in standard shelving.
- Collectors’ Note: Disc content mirrors the standard Blu-ray combo; the SteelBook is primarily an aesthetic upgrade.
Differences from Previous Releases
- 4K Upgrade: First-ever native 4K scan, with Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos. Previous releases (e.g., 2014 Ultimate Edition) were limited to Blu-ray HD.
- Audio Enhancement: Upgraded from DTS-HD 5.1 to Dolby Atmos on the 4K disc plus Atmos-supported 7.1 on some disc hubs.
- Expanded Versions: Re-establishes Roadshow Version with overture, intermission, and exit music not fully featured in prior Blu-ray editions.
- Bonus Extras: All 4K content commentaries and “The Engineer’s Guide” are now 4K; extras not found in earlier Blu-ray sets—plus extensive behind-the-scenes content from different production phases.
- Packaging: SteelBook offers collectible value compared to the standard Amaray case in earlier Ultimate Editions.
Preorder Now
Kingdom of Heaven (Director’s Cut) – 20th Anniversary SteelBook edition delivers the definitive home release: first-rate 4K visuals (Dolby Vision/HDR10), cinema-grade Atmos sound, two film versions including restored Roadshow, seven commentaries, and hours of production materials—all beautifully packaged. If you’re a collector or longtime fan, this edition offers unmistakable upgrades that elevate your home theatre experience.
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