Phantasm Collection Arrives a Bit Later; New Images
Sometimes things just need a bit more time in the oven. Such is the case with Well Go USA’s upcoming box set of all five Phantasm films. Read on for the new release date and a better look at the package itself.
From the Press Release:
Well Go USA Entertainment announced today the all-new bonus materials included in the upcoming THE PHANTASM COLLECTION, scheduled to release in a limited edition, six-disc Blu-ray™ box set on April 11. In addition to the previously released archival material included in the box set, Phantasm creator Don Coscarelli has produced hours of never-before-seen material, featuring new interviews with cast and filmmakers, as well as rare archival materials.
“Well Go USA has done an outstanding job in curating the ultimate Phantasm collection. This terrific new release rivals the best Blu-ray box sets ever in its size and depth,” said Don Coscarelli. “I am so excited to share these never-before-seen features with our devoted fans, who will now be able to witness just how the Phantasm films were created in this stunning high-definition presentation.”
“This box set is the answer to every Phantasm fan’s prayers,” said Doris Pfardrescher, President & CEO,
Well Go USA Entertainment. “The filmmakers have gone above and beyond in order to create the most immersive Phantasm experience possible in one comprehensive box set.”
One of the world’s most popular franchises in the history of horror, the Phantasm film series has terrified fans for generations and this new box set features all five frightening films in the series – PHANTASM: REMASTERED (1979), PHANTASM II (1988), PHANTASM III: LORD OF THE DEAD (1994), PHANTASM IV: OBLIVION (1998) and the most recent installment PHANTASM: RAVAGER (2016). Packaging on all five films in the collection will feature reversible sleeve art, with one side highlighting the original packaging and the reverse showing new artwork uniform exclusive to the collection. In addition, the discs themselves will be BD50, which allow for less compression and a higher quality audio, as well as more space for the extensive bonus materials.
Also included with the collection is Phantasm Compendium, a 120-page book featuring exclusive interviews and rare, behind-the-scenes photos chronicling the history and impact of the franchise, plus a 21” x 27” reversible poster featuring the iconic original theatrical artwork.
Disc 1: PHANTASM
- Audio Commentary with Writer/Director Don Coscarelli and Stars Michael Baldwin, Angus Scrimm and Bill Thornbury
- Graveyard Carz
- Interviews with Don Coscarelli and Angus Scrimm
- Deleted Scenes
- Cast interviews – Phantasm: Actors Having a Ball
- PHANTASM Behind-the-Scenes Home Movies with commentary by Don Coscarelli and Reggie Bannister
- TV Spots
- Radio Spots
- Angus Scrimm Introduction
- Fangoria TV Spot
- Theatrical Trailer
- Still Gallery
Disc 2: PHANTASM II
- Audio Commentary with Don Coscarelli, actors Angus Scrimm and Reggie Banister
- The Ball is Back documentary on the making of PHANTASM II
- The Gory Days an interview with Special Make-up Effects Artist Greg Nicotero
- Deleted Scenes
- Workprint Scenes
- TV Spots
- Theatrical Trailers
- Behind the Scenes
- Still Galleries
Disc 3: PHANTASM III: LORD OF THE DEAD
- Audio Commentary with Stars A. Michael Baldwin and Angus Scrimm
- Phantasm III: Behind-the-Scenes
- Deleted Scene
- Radio Spot
- Still Gallery
- Trailer
Disc 4: PHANTASM IV: OBLIVION
- Audio Commentary with Director Don Coscarelli and Actors Reggie Bannister and Angus Scrimm
- Phantasm IV: Behind-The-Scenes
- Trailer
Disc 5: PHANTASM V: RAVAGER
- Audio Commentary with co-writer/director David Hartman and co-writer/producer Don Coscarelli
- Behind the Scenes
- Deleted Scenes
- Phuntasm: Bloopers and Outtakes
- Theatrical Trailer
Disc 6: BONUS DISC
- Phantasmagoria: a documentary featuring interviews with cast and crew
- Phantasmagorical Mystery Tour with your host, Reggie Bannister
- Phantasm Genesis
- Phandom
- Fangoria TV Commercial with Angus Scrimm
- Angus Scrimm 1989 Convention Appearance
Note that much more will soon be announced including new extra features in production.
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