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The Bronson Lee: Za Karate Collection | Blu-ray (Severin)

On November 28, 2025, Severin will be taking orders for the Limited Edition Blu-ray (Region A) for The Bronson Lee: Za Karate Collection, which will include 1974’s Za Karate, Za Karate 2, 1975’s Za Karate 4, as well as Bronson Lee, Champion (the U.S. dubbed version of Za Karate). Following their international success with Sonny Chiba’s The Street Fighter series, Toei Company signed Japanese American 8th-degree black belt karate and … Continue reading

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Crippled Masters | Blu-ray (Severin)

Arriving on Black Friday from Severin Films is an all-new Blu-ray (Region A/B/C) for The Crippled Masters (not to be confused with 1978’s Crippled Avengers), a 1979 martial arts/exploitation film from director Joe Law (The Lost Secrets of Kung Fu). The Crippled Masters features two genuinely handicapped martial artists: Shun Chung-Chuen (Two Crippled Heroes) and Thomas Hong

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Battle Royale | 4K Ultra HD (Lionsgate)

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

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The Delightful Forest | Blu-ray (88 Films)

On January 26, 2026, 88 Films is releasing the Blu-ray (Region B) for The Delightful Forest, a 1972 Shaw Brothers classic from Chang Cheh (Shaolin Martial Arts) and co-director Pao Hsueh-li (The Eight Escorts). A ferocious Shaw Brothers tale of honor, vengeance, and explosive retribution. Brimming with Chang Cheh’s trademark intensity, Ni Kuang’s sharp

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The Japanese Godfather Trilogy | Blu-ray (Radiance)

On February 26, 2026, Radiance Films is releasing the Blu-ray (Region A/B) collection for The Japanese Godfather Trilogy, which includes 1977’s Japan’s Don, 1977’s Japanese Godfather: Ambition and 1978’s Japanese Godfather: Conclusion. At the dawn of the 1970s, Japan is becoming an economic superpower and the Nakajima crime syndicate extends its grasp across the nation. Politicians and corporations seek the gang’s favour to form strategic and highly prosperous

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Secret Service of the Imperial Court | Blu-ray (88 Films)

On January 26, 2026, 88 Films is releasing the Blu-ray (Region B) for Secret Service of the Imperial Court, a 1984 Shaw Brothers classic from director Tony Lou Chun-Ku (The Holy Virgin Versus the Evil Dead, Holy Flame of the Martial World). During the Ming Dynasty, the Emperor’s elite Chin Yi Secret Service was created to crush rebellion — but under the corrupt rule of Eunuch Wang Chun (Lau Wing), … Continue reading

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Once a Thief | 4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray (Shout)

On January 27, 2026, Shout Factory will release the 4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray for Once a Thief, a 1991 actioner from acclaimed Hong Kong filmmaker John Woo (The Killer, Hard Boiled). The film stars Chow Yun-Fat (Prisoner on Fire), Leslie Cheung (Double Tap), Cherie Chung (Walk on Fire), Paul Chu Kong (The Big Heat) and Kenneth

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Shaw Scares: Volume 1 | Blu-ray (Vinegar Syndrome)

Vinegar Syndrome has just announced a Blu-ray (Region A) for Shaw Scares! Vol. 1, which will include 1984’s Sex Beyond the Grave, 1982’s Hell has No Boundary, and 1980’s Haunted Tales – this release is part of their Black Friday Pre-order. Check out the official details below: This limited edition box set (designed by Chris Barnes and Haunt Love) includes a 40-page perfect bound book, is limited to 8,000 units

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She Shoots Straight | Blu-ray (88 Films)

On February 24, 2026, 88 Films is releasing the U.S. Blu-ray (Region A) for She Shoots Straight (aka Lethal Lady) – a 1989 Hong Kong action film directed by Corey Yuen (Raging Thunder, Righting Wrongs) that stars Joyce Godenzi (License to Steal) and Carina Lau (Rich and Famous). Joyce Godenzi stars in this violent action classic about a newlywed police officer who battles a Vietnamese gang whilst also trying to … Continue reading

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Force: Five | Blu-ray (MVD)

On February 24, 2026, MVD is releasing a Blu-ray (Region A) for 1981’s Force: Five, a martial arts cult classic directed by Robert Clouse (Enter the Dragon, Game of Death, The Big Brawl). A powerful and dangerous cult, hidden on a remote island fortress, has brainwashed the daughter of a U.S. senator. With local authorities powerless and time running out, the government turns to a highly specialized team of martial arts

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King of Beggars | Blu-ray (Eureka)

On January 26, 2026, Eureka is releasing the Blu-ray (Region A/B) for King of Beggars, a 1992 Hong Kong comedy from Stephen Chow (The Mermaid, Kung Fu Hustle, King of Comedy). At the dawn of the 1990s, following a decade in which Hong Kong martial arts cinema was dominated by Jackie Chan and Sammo Hung, a new superstar

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Blood of Revenge | Blu-ray (Radiance)

On January 26, 2026, Radiance Films is releasing the Blu-ray (Region A/B) for 1965’s Blood of Revenge. Director Tai Kato’s (I, the Executioner) first yakuza film is a feast for the eyes, with bold set design, vivid colours and daring shot compositions bringing to life a timeless

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Knock Off | 4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray (MVD)

On February 17, 2026, MVD is releasing the 4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray for Knock Off, a 1998 actioner from Hong Kong director Tsui Hark (Legends of the Condor Heroes: The Gallants, Once Upon a Time in China V). Jean-Claude Van Damme plays Marcus Ray, a Hong Kong fashion designer who uncovers a deadly conspiracy involving explosive micro-bombs hidden

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Men from the Gutter | Blu-ray (Vinegar Syndrome)

Later this month, Vinegar Syndrome is releasing the Blu-ray (Region A) for Men from the Gutter, a 1982 Hong Kong Shaw Brothers classic from director Ngai Choi Lam (Riki-Oh: The Story of Ricky). Read the official details below: On the grimy streets of working-class Hong Kong, some merely scheme to get out, and someone has returned to exact savage vengeance. After a cop is killed in cold blood, detectives Qui … Continue reading

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The Killer | 4K Ultra HD (Shout)

On December 2, 2025, Shout is releasing the 4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray for The Killer (Hong Kong Cinema Classics Spine #18), a 1989 John Woo masterpiece starring Chow Yun-fat (Hard Boiled, A Better Tomorrow) as a jaded assassin who takes on what he intends to be his final assignment. When the contract with his employers turns into a double-cross, he must face off against criminals and cops alike, leading to … Continue reading

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