Arrow Video is pleased to announce the worldwide Blu-ray debut of Elliot Silversteins 1977 cult horror classic
THE CAR on
Monday15th July. We have three copies of the Blu-ray to give away to our readers. Often referred to as
Jaws on Wheels,
THE CAR has been lovingly re-mastered by Universal Pictures and, for the first time in its history, will finally be available on the Blu-ray format. This landmark release also marks the first time the film has been available with extras. Starring
James Brolin (
The Amityville Horror; father of Josh Brolin) alongside
Kathleen Lloyd (
The Missouri Breaks),
John Marley (
The Godfather), and
Ronny Cox (
Deliverance),
THE CAR tells the story of a mysterious automobile which goes on a murderous rampage, terrorizing the residents of a small town. In addition to the HD restoration, Arrow has sourced a host of bonus material and special features, something which has never been done before for this film. The deluxe Blu-ray package includes
Audio Commentary with director Elliot Silverstein,
two exclusive featurettes on the making of the film and its history, the
original theatrical trailer with commentary by John Landis (director of
An American Werewolf in London),
extended collectors booklet and, as is becoming customary with Arrow Videos classic film releases, an exclusive
reversible sleeve, containing both the original and newly commissioned artwork.
THE CARs brand new sleeve comes courtesy of acclaimed illustrator Joe Wilson. A complete list of the special features included on the deluxe blu-ray release of
THE CAR is as follows: - High Definition presentation (1080p), on Blu-ray for the first time in the world! - Optional English SDH subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing. - Audio commentary with director Elliot Silverstein, moderated by Calum Waddell. - Making a Mechanical Monster Special effects artist William Alridge remembers
The Car. - Hitchhike to Hell Actor John Rubinstein recalls becoming a victim of
The Car. - Trailer commentary by director and
The Car fan John Landis. - Original Trailer. - Reversible sleeve featuring original and newly commissioned artwork by Joe Wilson. - Collectors booklet featuring new writing on the film by Cullen Gallagher as well as a brand new interview with co-writer Michael Butler, conducted by Calum Waddell, illustrated with original archive stills and artwork. - Easter Egg.