X the Unknown (4K UHD Restoration)

Oscar-winner Dean Jagger stars as an irascible scientist in this grittily thrilling science-horror film from legendary Hammer writer Jimmy Sangster. Featuring spirited support from Leo McKern, William Lucas and Anthony Newley, X the Unknown has been painstakingly restored by Hammer in 4K from the original film negatives. When an unlucky squaddie dies in agony from radiation poisoning, the Atomic Energy Commission dispatches Dr Royston to investigate, only to find the deadly radiation claiming new victims.

• Painstakingly restored in 4K from the original film negatives by Hammer Films.
• Includes three distinct versions of the film on two discs.
• Features brand-new 5.1 audio mixes alongside the original mono soundtrack for all versions.
• Rated Parental Guidance.
• Run time is approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes.

This edition comprises two discs featuring three iterations of the film:

• The widescreen 1.66:1 UK Theatrical Version
• The fullscreen 1.37:1 As-Filmed Version
• The widescreen 1.85:1 US Theatrical Version

Discover brand new film commentaries, documentaries, and more:

• Making-of documentary about the production of X the Unknown.
• New and archive commentaries featuring experts including Nigel Kneale biographer Andy Murray, film historian David Kalat, and writer/producer Dr Steve Haberman.
• Displaced and Damned: A documentary following the career of Joseph Losey (the original director who departed the project before shooting commenced) and his journey through Hollywood to Hammer films.
• An exploration of the groundbreaking work of special effects artist, Les Bowie, including archive audio interviews and audio from Christopher Lee.
• A Man on the Beach: The rarely seen short film featuring Jimmy Sangster's first scripted work and directed by Joe Losey.

Experience this restored Hammer classic featuring multiple versions and extensive bonus materials on 4K UHD Blu-ray.

• EAN: 5061058621147