By David Weiner
11:10 AM PST, December 10, 2013
Paul Walker is remembered in the action-packed Fast & Furious 6; Gru returns in Despicable Me 2; Mary Poppins lands on Blu-ray; Teen Wolf, Muppets and more in new releases.
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New on Blu-ray & DVD: December 10
Universal
Paul Walker is remembered in the action-packed Fast & Furious 6; Gru returns in Despicable Me 2; Mary Poppins lands on Blu-ray; Teen Wolf, Muppets and more in new releases.
Fast & Furious 6
Universal
The action-packed sixth chapter in the high-octane franchise finds Agent Luke Hobbs (Dwayne Johnson) recruiting Brian O'Conner (Paul Walker) and Dom Torreto (Diesel) and the their all-star crew to bring down criminal mastermind Owen Shaw (Luke Evans) and his mercenary drivers in exchange for full pardons. The catch? Dom's former love, Letty (Michelle Rodriguez), turns out to be very much alive – and her life is at stake. Bonus features include deleted scenes, behind-the-scenes making-of featurettes and commentary by director Justin Lin.
A portion of proceeds from the Blu-ray and DVD sales of Fast & Furious 6 will be donated to the late Paul Walker's Reach Out WorldWide organization, founded by the star to aid communities struggling in the wake of natural disasters.
A portion of proceeds from the Blu-ray and DVD sales of Fast & Furious 6 will be donated to the late Paul Walker's Reach Out WorldWide organization, founded by the star to aid communities struggling in the wake of natural disasters.
Despicable Me 2
Universal
Steve Carell returns as the hilarious Gru along with his loveable minions in the No. 1 comedy of the year. Just as Gru has given up being super-bad to be a super-dad, the Anti-Villain League recruits him to track down a new criminal mastermind and save the world. Partnered with secret agent Lucy Wilde, Gru, along with the wildly unpredictable Minions, must figure out how to keep his cover while also keeping up with his duties as a father. The film also features the vocal talents of Kristen Wiig, Benjamin Bratt, Miranda Cosgrove, Russell Brand, Steve Coogan, Ken Jeong, Elsie Fisher, Dana Gaier and Moisés Arias. Bonus features on the Despicable Me 2 release include three all-new mini-movies featuring the mischievous but lovable Minions, deleted scenes, a closer look at the evil minions and much more!
Mary Poppins 50th Anniversary Edition Blu-ray
Disney
Perfectly timed with the theatrical release of Saving Mr. Banks, starring Tom Hanks and Emma Thompson in the story of how Walt Disney struggled to adapt P.L. Travers' beloved children's book, the original Mary Poppins is now on Blu-ray! Starring the timeless Julie Andrews as the magical nanny who transforms the lives of a cold banker's unhappy family, the Blu-ray contains the new bonus features Mary-OKE's (highlighting the film's popular music, from Spoon Full of Sugar to Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious) and Becoming Mr. Sherman, following Saving Mr. Banks star Jason Schwartzman in a fun sit-down with legendary composer Richard Sherman.
Big: 25th Anniversary Edition Blu-ray
20th Century Fox
Can you believe 25 years have passed since Tom Hanks made a huge splash in director Penny Marshall's Big? Hanks earned his first Best Actor Oscar nomination for his role as Josh Baskin, a young boy whose wish to be "Big" is granted by a mysterious arcade machine. Overnight, he becomes an adult, and must make his way through the adult world, only to help the adults around him recapture their inner child. Elizabeth Perkins, John Heard. Jon Lovitz, and Robert Loggia co-star. Bonus features include an extended cut of the film, collectible sound-chip packaging, deleted scenes with intros from Penny Marshall, and plenty of behind-the-scenes featurettes.
Man of Tai Chi
Anchor Bay
Keanu Reeves stars in front of and behind the camera in his auspicious directorial debut. Set in modern Beijing, the film showcases the martial arts talents of Tiger Chen, whose unparalleled skills land him in a highly lucrative underworld fight club, owned by Keanu's wealthy character. As the fights intensify, so does Tiger's will to survive. Bonus features include a making-of featurettes and commentary by Chen and Reeves.
Adore
Paramount
Naomi Watts and Robin Wright headline this steamy and provocative film about a pair of childhood friends and neighbors who fall for each others' sons, played by Xavier Samuel and James Frecheville. As they struggle to make sense of conflicting emotions and desires, the lines between family, friendship and morality are blurred.
The Great Muppet Caper & Muppet Treasure Island Blu-ray
Walt Disney
Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy, Fozzie Bear, Gonzo and all your favorite Muppet characters are back in two classic Muppet adventures in one special double-feature Blu-ray, restored and remastered! The Great Muppet Caper movie and the ambitious Muppet Treasure Island movie are both packed with music, mirth, mayhem and lots of bonus features, including Frog-E-Oke Sing-Along, Let The Good Shine Out music video, audio commentary and plenty of making-of footage.
The Secret Life of Walter Mitty
Warner Bros. Home Video
The original 1947 version of the classic James Thurber tale starring Danny Kaye as the title character is back on DVD, just in time for the Christmas release of the Ben Stiller remake! Kaye is the mild-mannered proofreader with an active imagination, dreaming up heroic exploits as the day is long, with plenty of fun musical performances top delight the entire family.
Also available separately on DVD: Barbara Stanwyck in Stella Dallas
Also available separately on DVD: Barbara Stanwyck in Stella Dallas
Battle of the Year
Sony Pictures
Chris Brown and Josh Holloway and star in this exciting face-off set to pumping beats and an amped soundtrack as the world's best B-Boy teams hit the stage in the most intense dance tournament. The Battle of the Year competition is an all-out war of mind-blowing dance moves, explosive routines and electrifying displays of skill and imagination as the underdog American team is pitted against the world's elite. Bonus features include This Is Planet B-Boy: Inside the Culture and Preparing for Battle: Training and Rehearsals.
Teen Wolf: Season Three, Part 1
20th Century Fox
If the Teen Wolf bonus features of Shirtless Montage 3.0, a Gag Reel and deleted scenes won't get you, perhaps the story will: Four months after the events that nearly ended Jackson's life and resurrected Peter Hale's, teen wolf Scott McCall and his friends begin their junior year of high school unaware that a new threat has arrived in Beacon Hills: A pack of Alpha werewolves intent on bringing Derek into their fold, while destroying his young pack.
The Hunt
Magnolia Home Entertainment
This must-see film headlined by Hannibal and Casino Royale star Mads Mikkelsen tracks how a lie becomes the truth when gossip, doubt and malice are allowed to flourish and ignite a witch-hunt that soon threatens to destroy an innocent man's life. Mikkelsen plays a former school teacher rebounding from a bitter divorce whose life is shattered when an false remark throws his small community into a collective state of hysteria.
The Gene Autry Show
Shout Factory
The iconic entertainer's '50s TV show is now available for the first time in a 15 DVD box set -- all 91 episodes from the show’s five season run, uncut and fully restored from Gene Autry's personal film and television archive. Originally airing on CBS from 1950-1956, The Gene Autry Show features a wide range of guest stars, including Denver Pyle, Clayton Moore, Donna Martell, Alan Hale Jr., Elaine Riley, Gloria Winter, Lee Van Cleef, Chill Wills, John Doucette, Fuzzy Knight, the Cass County Boys, and Dick Jones. The collection also boasts a bevy of bonus content, including select episodes of Autry’s Melody Ranch radio show, vintage commercial appearances, film trailers and photo galleries, as well as a bonus DVD showcasing classic episodes from Autry’s other television series The Range Rider, Annie Oakley, Buffalo Bill Jr. and The Adventures of Champion.
Futurama, Vol. 8
20th Century Fox
Brainwashed citizen of Earth, you must watch more episodes of Futurama now! From the makers of The Simpsons comes more hilarious and witty episodes of the sci-fi series, full of robots, rocket ships, one-eyed damsels and preserved heads of the rich and famous.
Angels Sing
Lionsgate
Harry Connick, Jr. plays a bit of a modern-day Scrooge in this warm holiday family comedy. As a child, the Christmas-loving Harry's holiday dreams were crushed by a tragic accident. As an adult, he wants nothing to do with the holiday. But when a mysterious man (Willie Nelson) gives him a wonderful gift, can he find it in his heart to make amends with the past and find the true spirit of Christmas? Connie Britton, Fionnula Flanagan, Kris Kristofferson , Lyle Lovett also star.