David Bowie‘s iconic sci-fi classic returns to mark its 50th anniversary with a special home entertainment release. The Man Who Fell to Earth will give fans plenty of reasons to revisit the 1976 movie, with interviews, archival footage, and other bonus material.
The film will arrive on December 15, exclusively through Lionsgate Limited. The 4K UHD, Blu-ray, and Digital Collector’s Edition will cost $42.99. It will also feature new artwork and several extras that explore the film’s production and legacy.
Directed by Nicolas Roeg, the sci-fi drama stars Bowie as Thomas Jerome Newton, an alien who travels from a distant planet to Earth. He arrives hoping to find water for his dying home world, which faces a devastating drought. However, his growing involvement with human life threatens to take him away from his original mission.
What’s included with The Man Who Fell to Earth’s new digital, 4K UHD, and Blu-ray release?
The Collector’s Edition will present the film in 4K with Dolby Vision. It will also feature exclusive SteelBook artwork by artist Alice X. Zhang. Fans will get a 1977 French television interview with Bowie, offering an archival look at the musician discussing his work.
The bonus content includes interviews with costume designer May Routh, featuring original costume sketches, and stills photographer David James, who shares behind-the-scenes photographs. Other conversations feature producer Michael Deeley, director Nicolas Roeg, writer Paul Mayersberg, cinematographer Tony Richmond, and actress Candy Clark. The collection also includes an interview with filmmaker Sam Taylor-Johnson, who discusses the movie as a fan.
Another addition is The Lost Soundtracks, a featurette featuring interviews with composer Paul Buckmaster and author Chris Campion. A trailer and behind-the-scenes extras offer a closer look at the film’s creative team.
The 4K and Blu-ray package will feature a widescreen presentation with a 2.35:1 aspect ratio. Audio options include English 2.0 PCM and English 2.0 DTS-HD Master Audio on the Blu-ray disc.
Based on Walter Tevis’ novel, the film also stars Rip Torn, Candy Clark, and Buck Henry. Its anniversary edition brings together archival interviews and production material for fans interested in Bowie’s work beyond music.
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