RELEASE DATE: January 10, 2023
On January 10, 2023, 88 Films will be releasing a New Blu-ray (Region A) and 4K Ultra HD (Region Free) for Jackie Chan, Sammo Hung and Yuen Biao’s 1988 classic Dragons Forever. This release marks the first time in years the film will be getting an official release in any format, let alone on Blu-ray and 4K Ultra HD, in the U.S.
Hotshot lawyer Jackie Lung (Jackie Chan) is hired to defend the owner of a factory which, unbeknownst to him, is the centre of a clandestine narcotics syndicate. He enlists resourceful acquaintances Wong Fei-Hung (Sammo Hung) and Dung Dak-Biu (Yuen Biao) to assist in the case, but loyalties begin to falter when romance blossoms between both sides.
Features:
- 4K (2160p) UHD Blu-ray presentation in Dolby Vision (HDR10 compatible) of the Hong Kong Version [94 mins] in original 1.85:1 Aspect Ratio
- Cantonese-language options in Dolby Atmos and mono with newly translated subtitles and SDH
- English Mono Hybrid Dub
- 2002 Remixed English 5.1
- 4K (2160p) UHD Blu-ray presentation in Dolby Vision (HDR10 compatible) of the CYCLONE Z Version [98 mins] [Produced exclusively for the Japanese market, this Cantonese-language version includes two extra scenes and an ending with outtakes]
- Cantonese language options in Dolby Atmos and mono with newly translated subtitles and SDH
- English Mono Hybrid Dub
- 4K (2160p) UHD Blu-ray presentation in Dolby Vision (HDR10 compatible) ofthe International Version [94 mins] [Commissioned by Golden Harvest for international audiences outside Asia] with the English Dub and optional English SDH
- [New] Audio Commentary by Frank Djeng and FJ DeSanto [Japanese Cut]
- Audio Commentary with Mike Leeder and Arne Venema [Hong Kong Cut]
- [New] Elite Stuntman: Interview with Chin Kar-Lok
- [New] Writing for the Dragons: Interview with Szeto Cheuk-Hon
- Benny Forever: Interview with Benny “The Jet” Urquidez
- Discussing Dragons Forever: Interview with David Desser
- Hong Kong Cinema Forever: Interview with Mike Leeder
- Working with the Dragons: Interview with Jude Poyer
- The Legacy of Dragons Forever Featurette with today’s actors & martial artists including Troy Sandford, Chris Jones, Ross Boyask, Maria Tran, Mike Leeder, Jean-Paul Ly, Mark Strange, Mike Moeller, George Clarke, Jude Poyer & Steve Lawson
- Double Jeopardy: An Interview with Brad Allen
- Beyond Gravity: An Interview with Joe Eigo
- Thai Breaker: An Interview with Billy Chow
- Kick Fighter: An Interview with Andy Cheng
- Out-takes & Behind the Scenes [HD]
- English Trailer (HD)
- Hong Kong Trailer (HD)
- Music Video (English) & (Cantonese)
- [NEW] Additional Cantonese Dialogue
- Double-sided artwork featuring new art by Sean Longmore & original Hong Kong poster
Tech Specs:
- Release Date: 31/10/22
- Region Code: ABC / AB
- Audio: Dolby Atmos / 5.1 DTS-HD Master Audio / Mono
- Picture: 2160p UHD / 1080p HD 1.85:1
- Runtime: 94 mins approx [HK Cut]
- Runtime: 94 mins approx [International Cut]
- Runtime: 98 mins approx [Japanese Cut]
- Language: English / Cantonese
- Subtitles: English
This title will soon be available at The Goodie Emporium, a U.S.-based online store that currently has many Import Shaw Brothers/Golden Harvest/martial arts DVD/Blu-ray movies in-stock – with New titles being added regularly!
One of Jackie’s best. Would love to see the original cuts of the Operation Condor films get the blu-ray treatment.
They have gotten the blu-ray treatment. You may need a multi-region player though.
Sounds great and all but then I click on the link it says Region B only. Am I missing something here?
You are looking at the older versions of the blu ray. This 4K version comes out in August.
Glad I don’t have a 4k player.
Yeah I’m a dork. Noticed that almost immediately afterwards but couldn’t delete my post. Thanks for the clarification though.
A new blu-ray Region A of ‘Dragons Forever’ was, according to Amazon.ca, to be released Aug. 23, 2022. I had it on pre-order for a couple of months. First thing on Aug. 23 I checked Amazon (Canada) and what do I see? “Temporarily Out of Stock”. So I checked Amazon.com (USA) to see what their status was. According to them, the new blu-ray won’t be released until Sept. 13, 2022. So what’s the story? Were there so many people wanting this title that the stock was depleted Aug. 23rd on Amazon.ca, or is it actually being released North America wide on Sept. 13th?
Craig, you are correct. It will be released on Sept. 13, 2022. Aug. 23 was the original release date, but 88 Films pushed it back.
Thank you! You have cured a confused Canadian.
You’re welcome. 88 Films always shuffles around their release dates, but at the end of the day, they always deliver! =)
What’s up with the release date for this continually being pushed back? First it was August, then September, October and now, November. Once it nears the date it gets postponed over and over again. Very Frustrating. I would’ve preordered this but the constant delays made me decide to hold off. Are they ever going to release this dvd?!
Noticed that too. It’s an 88 Films thing. =) But you can’t deny the great product they put out!
If it’s an 88 Films thing, how come it hasn’t happened to any of their Shaw Brothers releases? Speaking of which, do you have any info on any updates from them for the upcoming new year with regards to releasing more Shaw Brothers? I know Shawscope vol. 2 is coming soon from Arrow Films but I’m looking forward more to the individual releases by 88 Films.
Good point about their Shaw releases. I say no more. =) As far as potential future Shaw releases, I haven’t heard any official statements, but with the way they have been churning out titles, I’m sure we’ll here some news soon.
Their Shaw Bros titles weren’t from newer remasters and typically aren’t as feature-filled so, I imagine, they don’t take as much time to prepare. It’s common for 88 Films to delay their big ticket titles like this and Righting Wrongs since they have to manage different cuts, audio options, more features, etc.