Warner Bros. to release North by Northwest and Blazing Saddles on 4K Blu-ray in November

Two classics from the Warner Bros. library will be available in glorious 4K ultra HD with new Blu-ray releases in November.

Warner Bros. is bringing two cinematic classics to a new physical media transfer this Thanksgiving season. Blu-ray.com has announced the 4K Ultra-High Definition Blu-ray releases of Alfred Hitchcock’s spy thriller North by Northwest and Mel Brooks’ irreverent western satire Blazing Saddles. Both releases will be hitting retailers on November 19.

North by Northwest stars Cary Grant, Eva Marie Saint, James Mason, Jessie Royce Landis, and Leo G. Carroll. The description reads, “Cary Grant stars as an innocent man mistaken for a spy in one of director Alfred Hitchcock’s greatest thrillers. While leaving New York’s Plaza Hotel, advertising executive Roger Thornhill (Grant) has the misfortune of standing just as the name “George Kaplan” is paged–starting a lethal case of mistaken identity and a nonstop game of cat and mouse as he is pursued across North America by espionage agents trying to kill him–and by police who suspect him of murder.” In addition to the standard 4K Blu-ray release, the studio will issue a Limited SteelBook edition, which streets on the same date.

SPECIAL FEATURES

Commentary by Screenwriter Ernest Lehman
North by Northwest: Cinematography,
Score, and the Art of the Edit Destination Hitchcock: The Making of North by Northwest
The Master’s Touch: Hitchcock’s Signature Style
North by Northwest: One for the Ages A Guided Tour with Alfred Hitchcock

Meanwhile, Blazing Saddles stars Cleavon Little, Gene Wilder, Slim Pickens, Harvey Korman, Madeline Kahn and Mel Brooks. The description reads, “Ribald, tasteless and hilarious … this classic spoof of the Western genre by director Mel Brooks pokes fun at everyone and everything. A corrupt governor grants a reprieve to an African American convict if the condemned man agrees to serve as sheriff of a small Western town, believing that new sheriff will only live long enough to serve the needs of the governor and his nefarious railroad-baron backer. Academy Award nominations for Best Actress in a Supporting Role (Madeline Kahn); Best Music, Original Song; and Best Film Editing.”

Special Features and Technical Specs:

Optional English SDH, Spanish, and French subtitles for the main feature
DOLBY ATMOS AUDIO TRACK
HDR PRESENTATION OF THE FILM
Inappropriate Inspiration: The Blazing Saddles Effect – Featurette
Scene-specific audio commentary by Mel Brooks
Blaze of Glory: Mel Brooks’ Wild, Wild West – Featurette
Back in the Saddle – Featurette
Additional Scenes

About the Author

E.J. is a News Editor at JoBlo, as well as a Video Editor, Writer, and Narrator for some of the movie retrospectives on our JoBlo Originals YouTube channel, including Reel Action, Revisited and some of the Top 10 lists. He is a graduate of the film program at Missouri Western State University with concentrations in performance, writing, editing and directing.

Conclusion

With the upcoming release of these two classic films in stunning 4K Ultra HD, movie lovers and fans of Alfred Hitchcock and Mel Brooks have something to look forward to this holiday season. The restoration of these iconic movies will bring new life to the timeless stories and performances that have captivated audiences for decades.

Whether you’re a fan of suspenseful spy thrillers like North by Northwest or enjoy a good laugh with the irreverent humor of Blazing Saddles, these new Blu-ray releases promise to deliver an enhanced viewing experience like never before. With the special features and technical specifications included, fans can dive deeper into the making of these films and gain a better understanding of the cinematic genius behind them.

So mark your calendars for November 19th and get ready to add these must-have 4K releases to your collection. It’s a cinematic treat that will make your holiday season even more special with a touch of classic Hollywood magic.