Two of the greatest Jim Henson fantasy films from the ’80s are making their way to limited-edition 4K Ultra-HD Blu-ray releases this year. Both of them in a pair of collector’s sets that’ll have fans in awe. Shout! Studios, together with The Jim Henson Company, presents Labyrinth and The Dark Crystal in Limited Edition 4K UHD and Blu-ray Collector’s Sets. Both arrive on November 19, 2024. Each Limited Edition SteelBook will also be available to own separately at Walmart. You can check out images and details for each release right here:
Labyrinth Limited Edition Collector’s Set
The lavish offering of Labyrinth contains a glass crystal ball (iconic of the one in the movie) with interior 3D-etching of the movie title. Also, a wooden labyrinth-style base for display, five art cards, and a 28-page book with a new essay. There are also production stills, and concept art by Brian Froud. Plus, a collectible sticker, a payload of bonus content, and sparkling 4K UHD and Blu-ray of the film. It arrives packaged in an awe-inspiring box with wrap-around original concept art from the movie. The lid flap that opens to a window display of the crystal ball. The 4K disc features new Fan Event Q&As with Brian Henson and Toby Froud. Not to mention a new contact juggling Tutorial. The Blu-ray disc contains all the legacy special features.
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Starring David Bowie and Jennifer Connelly, and produced with Lucasfilm, Labyrinth originally came out in theaters in 1986. The film is an unforgettable fantasy adventure that follows Sarah Williams (Connelly) as she makes her way through the labyrinth of the Goblin King Jareth (Bowie) in search of her little brother Toby. A mainstay of the fantasy genre with its spectacular visual effects and ground-breaking animatronics, the film is of special interest to David Bowie fans worldwide as the film contains original songs written and recorded by Bowie just for the film.
The Dark Crystal Limited Edition Collector’s Set
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Collectors and loyal fans will rejoice over The Dark Crystal Limited Edition Collector’s Set, which includes a glass replica of the shard (1:1) from the movie, five art cards, a 28-page book with a new essay, production stills, concept art by Brian Froud, a collectible sticker, insightful bonus content, and stunning 4K UHD and Blu-ray of the film. All are housed in a gorgeous box with wrap-around concept art and a lid flap that opens to a window display. The 4K disc contains a Fan Event Q&A with Lisa Henson. The Blu-ray showcases all of the previous legacy special features.
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This puppetry work of genius recounts the timeless tales of good versus evil, becoming a cult favorite around the world. Directed by Jim Henson and Frank Oz, the film features innovative animatronics and uniquely memorable characters. Each character was created by Jim Henson’s Creature Shop. Since its initial release in 1982, the film has earned a place in cinematic history as a masterpiece of fantasy. Travel back in time to the faraway planet of Thra where evil Skeksis are in control. There, the Gelfling Jen, last of his kind, is sent on a quest by the peaceful Mystics to find the missing shard. A shard that will restore balance and heal the world.