It was just lately introduced that the Blu-ray label Kino Lorber is about to deliver the unique Peter Sellers collection to ultra-HD readability as 4K Blu-rays have now been introduced. Blu-ray.com revealed that the boutique label is getting ready for the discharge of the 5 films within the Sellers franchise. Beforehand, there was no launch date disclosed, nor any information of additional options. There at the moment are avenue dates for every movie for December 16, 2025. Nevertheless; Return of the Pink Panther is alleged to be scheduled in early 2026. Moreover, we now have intensive particulars in regards to the ultra-HD releases (aside from Return of the Pink Panther), which you’ll try beneath!
THE PINK PANTHER (1963)
On this first movie of the beloved comedian collection, dashing European thief Sir Charles Lytton (David Niven) plans to steal a diamond, however he’s not the one one along with his eyes on the well-known jewel often called the “Pink Panther.” His nephew George (Robert Wagner) additionally goals to make off with the gem, and to border Charles for the crime. Blundering French police inspector Jacques Clouseau (Peter Sellers) intercedes, however finds his profession — and his freedom — jeopardized.
Particular Options and Technical Specs:
DISC ONE – 4K BLU-RAY
- NEW 4K RESTORATION FROM THE ORIGINAL TECHNIRAMA CAMERA NEGATIVE
- DOLBY VISION/HDR PRESENTATION OF THE FILM
- Audio Commentary with Director/Co-Author Blake Edwards
- 5.1 Encompass and Lossless 2.0 Audio
- Elective English Subtitles
DISC TWO – BLU-RAY
- NEW 4K RESTORATION FROM THE ORIGINAL TECHNIRAMA CAMERA NEGATIVE
- Audio Commentary with Director/Co-Author Blake Edwards
- The Pink Panther Story: Documentary (28:44) SD
- Behind the Feline – The Cartoon Phenomenon: Featurette (10:52) SD
- The Coolest Cat in Cortina – A Dialog with Robert Wagner: Featurette (10:56) SD
- An Italian Indian – The Pink Panther Princess with Claudia Cardinale: Featurette (11:11) SD
- Diamonds – Past the Sparkle: Featurette (6:55) SD
- The Tip Toe Lifetime of a Cat Burglar – A Dialog with Former Jewel Thief Invoice Mason: Featurette (9:45) SD
- Theatrical Trailer
- 5.1 Encompass and Lossless 2.0 Audio
- Elective English Subtitles
- Video
Codec: HEVC / H.265
Decision: Native 4K (2160p)
HDR: Dolby Imaginative and prescient
Unique facet ratio: 2.35:1 - Audio
TBA - Subtitles
TBA - Discs
4K Extremely HD
Blu-ray Disc
Two-disc set (1 BD-100, 1 BD-50) - Packaging
Slipcover in unique urgent
Reversible cowl - Playback
4K Blu-ray: Area free
2K Blu-ray: Area A (B, C untested)
STREET DATE: DECEMBER 16.
A SHOT IN THE DARK (1964)
A chambermaid on the Ballon residence in Paris is accused of murdering her lover. Towards the desires of Chief Inspector Dreyfuss, the notorious Clouseau is assigned to the case. Dying follows the maid wherever she goes, but Clouseau is stubbornly satisfied of her innocence.
Particular Options and Technical Specs:
DISC ONE – 4K BLU-RAY
- NEW 4K RESTORATION FROM THE ORIGINAL CAMERA NEGATIVE
- DOLBY VISION/HDR PRESENTATION OF THE FILM
- Audio commentary by Jason Simos of The Peter Sellers Appreciation Society
- 5.1 Encompass and Lossless 2.0 Audio
- Elective English Subtitles
DISC TWO – BLU-RAY
- NEW 4K RESTORATION FROM THE ORIGINAL CAMERA NEGATIVE
- Audio commentary by Jason Simos of The Peter Sellers Appreciation Society
- Again to the Begin – Origin of The Pink Panther with Walter Mirisch: Featurette (23:10) HD
- Blake Edwards and Julie Andrews on The Dick Cavett Present (7:06) SD
- 5 Theatrical Trailers (9:54) SD
- 5.1 Encompass and Lossless 2.0 Audio
- Elective English Subtitles
- Video
Codec: HEVC / H.265
Decision: Native 4K (2160p)
HDR: Dolby Imaginative and prescient
Unique facet ratio: 2.35:1 - Audio
TBA - Subtitles
None - Discs
4K Extremely HD
Blu-ray Disc
Two-disc set (1 BD-100, 1 BD-50) - Packaging
Slipcover in unique urgent
Reversible cowl - Playback
4K Blu-ray: Area free
2K Blu-ray: Area A (B, C untested)
STREET DATE: DECEMBER 16.
THE PINK PANTHER STRIKES AGAIN (1976)
Simply launched from a psychological hospital, Charles Dreyfus (Herbert Lom) intends to off Inspector Clouseau (Peter Sellers), a former underling whose blundering drove the lawman across the bend. Dreyfus captures a scientist, ordering him to create a weapon that may destroy the planet, and threatens world leaders with annihilation except they hand over his nemesis. In the meantime, Clouseau goes to England to search for the vanished scientist, and his obliviousness seems to be an asset.
Particular Options and Technical Specs:
DISC ONE – 4K BLU-RAY
- NEW 4K RESTORATION FROM THE ORIGINAL CAMERA NEGATIVE
- DOLBY VISION/HDR PRESENTATION OF THE FILM
- Audio commentary by Jason Simos of The Peter Sellers Appreciation Society
- 5.1 Encompass and Lossless 2.0 Audio
- Elective English Subtitles
DISC TWO – BLU-RAY
- NEW 4K RESTORATION FROM THE ORIGINAL CAMERA NEGATIVE
- Audio commentary by Jason Simos of The Peter Sellers Appreciation Society
- Panther Musings – A Life in Movies with Lesley-Anne Down: Featurette (21:49) HD
- A Lower Above – Enhancing the Pink Panther Movies with Alan Jones: Featurette (24:31) HD
- Clouseau, the Biggest Fumbler within the World: 1976 Featurette (7:18) SD
- 4 Theatrical Trailers (5:54)
- 4 TV Spots (2:56)
- 4 Radio Spots (2:55)
- 5.1 Encompass and Lossless 2.0 Audio
- Elective English Subtitles
- Video
Codec: HEVC / H.265
Decision: Native 4K (2160p)
HDR: Dolby Imaginative and prescient
Unique facet ratio: 2.39:1 - Audio
TBA - Subtitles
None - Discs
4K Extremely HD
Blu-ray Disc
Two-disc set (1 BD-100, 1 BD-50) - Packaging
Slipcover in unique urgent
Reversible cowl - Playback
4K Blu-ray: Area free
2K Blu-ray: Area A (B, C untested)
STREET DATE: DECEMBER 16.
REVENGE OF THE PINK PANTHER (1978)
When French drug kingpin Philippe Douvier (Robert Webber) learns that he’s dropping the respect of New York mob bosses, he decides to homicide Chief Inspector Jacques Clouseau (Peter Sellers) to regain his fame. After a case of mistaken identification, Clouseau is asserted lifeless, a lot to the delight of his former boss, Charles Dreyfus (Herbert Lom). When Clouseau reemerges, he groups up with Douvier’s ex-lover, Simone LeGree (Dyan Cannon), to interrupt up the drug trafficking operation.
Particular Options and Technical Specs:
DISC ONE – 4K BLU-RAY
- NEW 4K RESTORATION FROM THE ORIGINAL CAMERA NEGATIVE
- DOLBY VISION/HDR PRESENTATION OF THE FILM
- Audio Commentary with Movie Historian William Patrick Maynard
- 5.1 Encompass and Lossless 2.0 Audio
- Elective English Subtitles
DISC TWO – BLU-RAY
- NEW 4K RESTORATION FROM THE ORIGINAL CAMERA NEGATIVE
- Audio Commentary with Movie Historian William Patrick Maynard
- Two Theatrical Trailers (3:04)
- 5 TV Spots (1:57)
- 5 Radio Spots (2:21)
- 5.1 Encompass and Lossless 2.0 Audio
- Twin-Layered BD50 Disc
- Elective English Subtitles
- Video
Codec: HEVC / H.265
Decision: Native 4K (2160p)
HDR: Dolby Imaginative and prescient
Unique facet ratio: 2.35:1 - Audio
TBA - Subtitles
None - Discs
4K Extremely HD
Blu-ray Disc
Two-disc set (1 BD-100, 1 BD-50) - Packaging
Slipcover in unique urgent
Reversible cowl - Playback
4K Blu-ray: Area free
2K Blu-ray: Area A (B, C untested)
STREET DATE: DECEMBER 16.
