Nominated for 10 Academy Awards, including Best Picture and Best Director, Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World won for Best Cinematography (Russell Boyd) and Best Sound Editing (Richard King).
Newly restored and remastered from the original elements, this stunning 4K release is presented with Dolby Vision HDR and Atmos audio, delivering breathtaking picture and immersive sound offering fans the definitive home viewing experience of the acclaimed epic.
The Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray release is housed in a collectible two-disc SteelBook set, featuring striking, navy-and-gold nautical artwork that reflects the film’s epic scale and maritime themes. The exterior showcases a richly detailed compass rose and a bold illustration of Captain “Lucky Jack” Aubrey, while the interior reveals a sweeping ocean vista with Russell Crowe poised against stormy seas, offering fans the ultimate collector’s edition.
In addition, 20th Century Studios will present a special one-night-only 4K theatrical presentation of Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World on Friday, August 1, as part of Beyond Fest at the iconic Egyptian Theatre in Hollywood, CA. This exclusive event offers fans a rare opportunity to experience the critically acclaimed, fan-favorite epic on the big screen as it was meant to be seen.
Film Synopsis
When a sudden attack by a French warship inflicts casualties and severe damage upon his vessel, Captain ‘Lucky’ Jack Aubrey of the British Royal Navy is torn between duty and friendship as he embarks on a thrilling, high‑stakes chase across two oceans to intercept and capture the enemy at any cost.
Product Specifications
Release Date (Digital & Physical): August 6, 2025
Product SKUs: Digital 4K UHD, Physical 4K UHD + Blu-ray + Digital Code (Steelbook)
Feature Run Time: Approx. 138 Minutes
Rating: PG-13
Aspect Ratio (Physical): 2:40:1
Disc Size: 4K UHD Blu-ray 100GB, Blu-ray 50GB
Audio: (4K) English Dolby Atmos and 2.0 Dolby Digital Descriptive Audio, Spanish and French 5.1 Dolby Digital Language Tracks, (Blu-ray) English 5.1 DTS-HD MA, Spanish and French Dolby Digital Language Tracks
Subtitles: (4K) English SDH, Spanish and French Subtitles, (Blu-ray) English SDH and Spanish Subtitles
--END--
[Editor’s Note: Pre-orders for this title are NOW LIVE on Amazon via this link or by clicking on the cover art above. Act fast because sales will be strong!]
Stay tuned…!
- Bill Hunt
(You can follow Bill on social media on Twitter, BlueSky, and Facebook, and also here on Patreon)