As a movie enthusiast with a penchant for animation and a soft spot for superheroes, I can confidently say that this list is a treasure trove for any viewer. From the electrifying performances in the slasher film to the captivating world of Arcane, there’s something here for everyone.
It can be tough to choose the right gifts, but luckily, this year has seen some fantastic movie and TV releases in 4K and Blu-ray. By giving a favorite film or introducing someone to something new, you’re sharing the joy of cinema with a friend. Check out ComingSoon’s holiday 4K & Blu-ray gift guide for some terrific recommendations that will bring happiness to the recipient!
For Film Afficionados
- Columbia Classics Volume 5 4K – As seen above, the deluxe Columbia Classics line continues with six new 4K releases: All The King’s Men, On The Waterfront, A Man For All Seasons, Tootsie, The Age of Innocence, and Little Women (2019).
- Challengers Blu-ray – Luca Guadagnino kicked off 2024 with the tennis drama Challengers, which remains one of the year’s best films and a total blast to watch. Featuring some stellar camerawork and a pumping soundtrack, it’s a great addition to anyone’s home library.
- Dìdi Blu-ray – This charming coming-of-age movie embraces the internet and 2000s skate culture to create a touching story that is relatable and highly personal.
- Godzilla Criterion 4K – This wonderful 4K version of the original Godzilla is filled with great bonus features and is a great gift for any fans of the iconic monster.
For Blockbuster Spectacle
- Dune: Part Two 4K – The sequel to Dune manages to be bigger in scale and even more of an incredible technical achievement. This is one of the best-looking 4K discs on the market and is a great way to show off your television.
- The Fall Guy 4K – One of the most fun films of the year, The Fall Guy’s home release features an excellent extended cut that features more of Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt.
- Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes 4K – The latest Planet of the Apes home release features one of the coolest bonus features ever, a version of the film without special features. The Raw Cut alone is worth buying, let alone the great actual film.
- Twisters 4K – Featuring great leads and a wonderful supporting cast, Twisters is almost as fun to watch at home as it was in theaters. The Glen Powell action movie provides a wild ride and features some great moments you’ll want to rewatch.
For Horror Lovers
- Paramount Scares Volume 2 – Paramount’s yearly deluxe horror set delivers four great 4K releases: Friday the 13th Part 2, Breakdown, World War Z, and Orphan: First Kill.
- A Quiet Place: Day One 4K – Pig director Michael Sarnoski wows in his first attempt at a larger film. Read our interview to learn more about the horror prequel.
- Late Night With the Devil Blu-ray – One of the year’s most inventive horror films, Late Night With the Devil has a great premise and an even better performance by David Dastmalchian.
- MaXXXine 4K – While it’s not the best of Ti West’s X trilogy, MaXXXine is a great send-up of slashers and features some really fun performances from Mia Goth and Kevin Bacon.
For Animation Fans
- Arcane Season 1 – Available in time to rewatch with the release of its second season, this deluxe Arcane Season 1 4K release comes in a gorgeous SteelBook packed with bonus features. The animated series is thrilling whether you’re a League of Legends fan or not and is one of the best animated shows in recent years.
- The Boy and the Heron 4K – Hayao Miyazaki’s inventive swan song is simply beautiful and moving to watch and is ripe for rewatches, thanks to its thematic depth. Coming in SteelBook and regular variants, you can’t go wrong by gifting this masterpiece.
- Inside Out 2 4K – Coming in a wonderful SteelBook, the home release of this year’s top-grossing movie looks gorgeous and has plenty of bonus features. View our review for more.
- Robot Dreams Blu-ray – Featuring Dog and Robot, this dialogue-free movie is full of charm and great animation.
For Marvel & DC Superfans
- Deadpool & Wolverine 4K SteelBook – The biggest live-action movie of the year has not one but two collectible SteelBooks for purchase. It’s pricy but they look great as a pair.
- Loki Season 2 4K – It’s time to cry all over again as the final season of Loki is coming to 4K and is a great collector’s item for MCU fans.
- Super Friends: The Complete Collection – This impressive 16-disc Blu-ray collection includes 93 episodes of various Super Friends iterations over the years. It’s sure to be a mix of nostalgia and new fun as surely you haven’t seen them all. Check out our review for more.
- Watchmen Chapter 1 4K – The first of two Watchmen animated films is a fantastic adaptation that is true to the original graphic novel. Read our review to learn more.
For TV Bingers
- Andor Season 1 4K – The best Star Wars television show is finally available to own, and it’s worth a rewatch ahead of its second season.
- Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan: The Complete Series 4K – The Prime Video hit is getting a movie, so there’s no better time to revisit the complete series in 4K. Great for dads. Read our review for more.
- Succession: The Complete Series Blu-ray – Brian Cox leads an incredible cast for this HBO drama, which is arguably the best show this past decade. Check out our review for more info.
- The West Wing: Complete Series Blu-ray – 28 discs of some of the best television ever made. Hard to argue with that, as the political drama has held up well. View our review for more on the massive set.
As the holiday season approaches, we’ll keep adding more ideas and sections for you. Don’t forget to revisit us!
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