Forbidden Planet Limited Edition 4K UHD

One of the all-time greats of science-fiction cinema, Forbidden Planet elevated the genre to a whole new level, transposing Shakespeare’s The Tempest into deepest space. This landmark film broke new ground with its iconic designs, elaborate sets, and pioneering electronic score.

The story is set in the 23rd century, where a United Planets starship is dispatched to the distant planet of Altair IV to determine the fate of an earlier expedition. Commander John Adams (Leslie Nielsen) discovers Dr. Edward Morbius (Walter Pidgeon), his daughter Altaira (Anne Francis), and the robot Robby—the only survivors of the former crew, all of whom perished at the hands of an unseen force. Now, that force is moving again, connected to the long-dead civilization that once inhabited Altair IV.

For the very first time, Forbidden Planet is presented in its original Cinemascope aspect ratio of 2.55:1 with its theatrical “Perspecta” stereo soundtrack in a brand new 4K restoration.

• Brand new 4K restoration from the original 35mm negative by Arrow Films.
• Presented in the original 2.55:1 aspect ratio.
• Includes Dolby Vision (HDR10 compatible) presentation on the 4K disc.
• Features restored original lossless mono, restored original Perspecta stereo, and DTS-HD MA 5.1 audio options.
• Includes a brand new audio commentary by film historians Kim Newman and Barry Forshaw.

• DISC 1 - FEATURE (4K ULTRA HD BLU-RAY): 4K (2160p) presentation with multiple audio options and optional English subtitles for the hard of hearing.
• DISC 2 - EXTRAS (BLU-RAY): Includes bonus features such as "Unearthly Aura," a newly filmed appreciation of Bebe & Louis Barron’s pioneering electronic score.
• Reversible sleeve featuring original artwork options.
• Double-sided fold-out poster.
• Collectors’ booklet containing new writing by critics Frank Collins and Johnny Mains, plus select archival material.

• Media Format: 4K, Blu-ray
• Run Time: 1 hour and 38 minutes
• Actors: Anne Francis, Leslie Nielsen, Walter Pidgeon
• Director: Fred M. Wilcox
• Language: English
• Rating: Parental Guidance
• EAN: 5027035030685
• Release Date: 28 Sep 2026

Experience this science-fiction masterpiece restored to its full glory on 4K UHD Blu-ray.