The Wizard getting a new Blu-ray collector’s edition
The Wizard will always have close ties to Nintendo for its promotion of the NES and introduction to Super Mario Bros. 3. Now more than thirty years after the film’s original debut, it will now have a re-release on Blu-ray with a special collector’s edition.
The upcoming collector’s edition is confirmed to have new special features. Fans can look forward to audio commentary, deleted scenes, interviews, and more.
Here’s the full rundown:
Synopsis
“Great acting, a touching story, and a bonafide look at how Nintendo ruled the world … The Wizard is still a solid and entertaining road film that is never cloying or abundantly sweet.” – Cinema Crazed
Haunted by a family tragedy, and desperate to get to California for some unknown reason, young Jimmy Woods (Luke Edwards, Newsies) flees with his conniving brother, Corey (Fred Savage, The Wonder Years). Along the way, they encounter Haley (Jenny Lewis of Rilo Kiley), a street-smart teen on her way to Reno. Together, they make their way to California, pursued by a sinister bounty hunter, as well as the boys’ father (Beau Bridges, The Fabulous Baker Boys) and brother (Christian Slater, Kuffs). Meanwhile, their ticket to California just might be found in Jimmy’s hidden talent: video games!
Bonus Features
DISC ONE:
NEW 4K Transfer
NEW Audio Commentary with Director Todd Holland
NEW Never-Before-Released Deleted Scenes
TrailersDISC TWO:
NEW “The Road to Cali-forn-ia” – A Look Back At The Wizard Including Brand-New Interviews With Todd Holland, Stars Fred Savage And Luke Edwards, Writer/Producer David Chisholm; Producer Ken Topolsky; And More!
NEW “How Can I Help You? Confessions of a Game Play Counselor”
NEW “A Clinical Analysis of The Wizard”
Post Screening Q&A From Let’s Play Gaming Expo 2019 With Luke Edwards, David Chisholm, And Ken Topolsky
Photo Gallery
You can pre-order The Wizard Collector’s Edition on Amazon here. It’s expected to ship in early 2020, with the retailer listing a tentative March 24 release date.
