The Frighteners [Limited Edition Blu-ray]

DEAD YET?

Before Peter Jackson achieved global fame with The Lord of the Rings, he delivered The Frighteners, a unique fusion of supernatural horror and dark comedy. Produced by Robert Zemeckis, this film solidified Jackson's status as a visionary filmmaker.

Michael J. Fox stars as Frank Bannister, a small-town psychic who employs his spectral companions to deceive locals. However, a series of unexplained deaths signals the presence of a more sinister entity. As Frank races to uncover the truth, he realizes he is the only one who can stop a malevolent spirit from claiming more lives, even if it means confronting his own past.

The Frighteners masterfully combines chilling suspense with quirky humor and groundbreaking visual effects, creating a stylish, spooky, and heartfelt cult classic.

LIMITED EDITION BLU-RAY CONTENTS

• 4K restoration from the original camera negative
• Reversible sleeve featuring two original artwork options
• Collectors’ booklet featuring Peter Jackson’s 1998 introduction to the LaserDisc release, original production notes, and two 1996 articles from American Cinematographer

DISC 1 – THEATRICAL AND DIRECTOR’S CUTS

• High Definition (1080p) Blu-ray presentations of both cuts
• Original lossless theatrical mix in DTS-HD MA 5.1 (theatrical cut only) and original lossless 2.0 stereo audio (both cuts), plus DTS-HD MA 5.1 home video mix (both cuts) and optional Dolby Atmos remix (director’s cut only)
• Optional English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing
• Optional English subtitles on all bonus materials
• Audio commentary by co-writer/producer/director Peter Jackson (director’s cut only)
• Peter Jackson’s 10th anniversary introduction to the film
• Theatrical trailer

DISC 2 – OPEN MATTE VERSIONS

• High Definition (1080p) Blu-ray presentation of both cuts, with the same audio/subtitle options and extras as Disc 1

DISC 3 – EXTRAS

• No Way to Make a Livi

SPECIFICATIONS

• Director: Peter Jackson
• Actors: John Astin, Michael J. Fox, Trini Alvarado
• Language: English
• Subtitles: English (for the deaf and hard of hearing)
• Rated: Suitable for 15 years and over
• Run Time: 2 hours and 3 minutes
• Format: Blu-ray
• Release Date: 26 October 2026
• Package Dimensions: 17.2 x 13.7 x 1.6 cm; 170 g
• Item Model Number: FCD2924

Experience this cult classic, now available in a comprehensive limited edition Blu-ray set.