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You'll be pleased to know that John Carpenter's "In the Mouth of Madness" is getting a new limited edition Ultra High Definition release from Arrow Video, featuring a restoration from the original negatives, Dolby Vision, and a host of physical and digital extras. Pre-orders are already appearing with a discount, and there's also a standard Blu-ray version if you prefer to wait. In this article, you'll discover what each version includes and why this Lovecraftian thriller deserves your attention this horror season. (Announcement source: https://www.gamespot.com/articles/john-carpenters-in-the-mouth-of-madness-4k-steelbook-blu-ray-preorder/1100-6534944/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f)

Main points

• Limited edition in Ultra High Definition arrives at the end of October

• Restored from original negatives with image and sound enhancements

• Includes new art, reversible steelbook, poster, and collector's book with extras

• Most affordable standard Blu-ray available now with archival materials

• Film starring Sam Neill, inspired by H.P. Lovecraft and seen today as a cult classic

John Carpenter's In the Mouth of Madness arrives on 4K on October 28
You'll be able to purchase the new 4K Blu-ray edition of John Carpenter's *In the Mouth of Madness*. Arrow Video is releasing the limited edition on October 28, with pre-orders already available at retailers (e.g., https://www.gamespot.com/articles/john-carpenters-in-the-mouth-of-madness-4k-steelbook-blu-ray-preorder/1100-6534944/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f). The title is available for pre-order on Amazon for US$ 36.69 (MSRP US$ 60).

Release and main prices

• Limited Edition 4K (Arrow Video) — US$ 36.69 (MSRP US$ 60)

• Standard Blu-ray (Shout! Factory, 2018) — US$ 18 (previously listed at US$ 34.93)

• 4K edition release date: October 28

4K Edition Specifications (Arrow Video)

• Restored from 35mm negatives

• Dolby Vision and HDR10 Support

• Audio: Dolby Master Audio 5.1 and 2.0

• Physical items included: reversible cover, double-sided poster, collector's book with essays, steelbook with original theatrical poster art

• Disc content: archive commentaries, new interviews, behind-the-scenes footage, and new featurettes, according to the distributor

Standard Blu-ray edition (Shout! Factory)

• Released in 2018

• Scan 4K of original negatives provided on a 1080p disc

• Includes archival materials: behind-the-scenes documentaries, location tours, and commentary tracks

• Good option if you don't want to wait for the 4K edition and prefer cost-effectiveness

Quick comparison table

Item	4K Edition (Arrow Video)	Blu-ray (Shout! Factory)
Listed price	US$ 36.69	US$ 18
Release date	28/10	2018
Image source	35mm negatives (restoration)	4K scans from negatives
HDR / Dolby Vision	Yes	No (Blu-ray default)
Audio	Dolby Master Audio 5.1 / 2.0	Blu-ray Disc standard
Physical extras	Book, poster, reversible cover, steelbook	No (standard edition)
Bonus features	File Comments New Featurettes	Archive materials and comments

Plot and context of the film

• Sam Neill plays John Trent, an insurance investigator looking for a missing horror author.

• The investigation leads to a city where reality and fiction blend, and the threat grows until it engulfs humanity.

• Frequently cited as the unofficial conclusion to Carpenter's “apocalypse trilogy” (along with The Thing and Prince of Darkness).

• Strongly inspired by H.P. Lovecraft; the title evokes the Lovecraftian climate of delirium and metafiction.

Conclusion
If you're a fan of John Carpenter or Lovecraftian horror, Arrow's limited edition 4K release is a treat—restored from the negatives, Dolby Vision support, enhanced audio, and plenty of physical extras. If you prefer value for money and don't want to wait, Shout! Factory's standard Blu-ray offers good image quality and archival extras for a lower price. In summary: choose the Arrow 4K for your collection; choose the Shout! Factory Blu-ray for watching without breaking the bank. Whichever you choose, *In the Mouth of Madness* remains a film that deserves attention this horror season.

Frequently asked questions (quick answers)

• What is “The Texas Chain Saw Massacre” on Ultra HD Blu-ray?
  It is the limited 4K edition of John Carpenter's film, restored and released by Arrow Video.

• When is the Arrow Video 4K edition coming out?
  Release on October 28th.

• How much does it cost and is there a discount?
  Pre-order on Amazon for US$ 36.69 (was US$ 60).

• What does the limited physical edition include?
  Steelbook, reversible cover, double-sided poster, and collector's booklet.

• What is the image and sound quality?
  4K restoration from 35mm negatives, with Dolby Vision, HDR10, and Dolby Master 5.1/2.0 audio.

• What extras come on the disc?
  Archived commentaries, new interviews, making-of, and never-before-seen featurettes.

• Is there a cheaper version?
  Yes: Standard Blu-ray (Shout! Factory, 2018) for about US$18, with some good bonus features.

• Who stars in the movie?
  Sam Neill as investigator John Trent.

• Is the film inspired by H.P. Lovecraft?
  Yes, both in tone and in metafictional and cosmic ideas.

Source and further reading

• Original announcement and details on GamesPot: https://www.gamespot.com/articles/john-carpenters-in-the-mouth-of-madness-4k-steelbook-blu-ray-preorder/1100-6534944/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f

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