On December 9, 2025, Lionsgate Limited will be releasing the 4K Ultra HD (SteelBook) for Battle Royale. This special release marks the 25th anniversary of Kinji Fukasaku’s cult classic, which will be available as a standalone (SteelBook movie only) or bundled with a T-shirt.
Battle Royale is an intense and brutal story about Japanese high school students who are sent off by their government with three days to kill each other — until only one remains. With its blend of social commentary and high-stakes action, Battle Royale continues to influence modern dystopian storytelling and has inspired countless television shows, video games, and films.
Battle Royale stars Tatsuya Fujiwara (Battle Royale 2), Aki Maeda (Linda Linda Linda), Taro Yamamoto (Moon Child), Masanobu Ando (Kids Return), Takeshi Kitano (Outrage), Kou Shibasaki (47 Ronin) and Chiaki Kuriyama (Kill Bill Vol. 1).
T-shirt Features (bundle version only):
- Limited Edition Bundle: Celebrate 25 years of Battle Royale with the ultimate collector’s set—featuring the first-ever 4K UHD SteelBook (includes both the Director’s Cut and original Theatrical Version, with exclusive artwork by award-winning artist Oliver Barrett) and a Comfort Colors® premium T-shirt showcasing six iconic characters and the “Survival Program” laurels in bold, bloody red on black
- Premium Quality: T-shirt crafted from 100% heavyweight cotton, garment-dyed for a soft, lived-in feel
- Cutting-Edge Print Process: Combines the vibrancy and detail of digital printing with the rich opacity and durability of traditional screen-print inks for lasting impact
- Collector’s Must-Have: A cornerstone of modern dystopian storytelling that inspired The Hunger Games—available in XL only, designed for true fans
Director’s Cut Features:
- The Making of Battle Royale
- Battle Royale Press Conference
- Instructional Video: Birthday Version
- Audition & Rehearsal Footage
- Special Effects Comparison Featurette
Theatrical Cut Features:
- Tokyo International Film Festival 2000
- Battle Royale Documentary
- Basketball Scene Rehearsals
- Behind-the-Scenes Featurette: Filming on Set
- Original Theatrical Trailer
- Special Edition TV Spot
- TV Spot: Tarantino Version
Lionsgate Limited Features:
- Kenta Fukasaku on Battle Royale
- Battle Royale: The Ripples of Violence
Watch the re-release Trailer below, followed by the original Japanese Trailer below:
