DEATHDREAM (1974)
aka DEAD OF NIGHT
4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray
Label: Blue Underground
Region Code: Region-Free
Rating: R
Duration: 88 Minutes
Audio: English 1.0 DTS-HD MA with Optional English Subtitles
Video: Dolby Vision HDR 2160p Ultra HD Widescreen (1.85:1), 1080p HD Widescreen (1.85:1)
Director: Bob Clark
Cast: Richard Backus, Anya Ormsby, Henderson Forsythe, Lynn Carlin, Richard Backus
SOMETHING UNSPEAKABLE HAS COME HOME
In this shattering variation on “The Monkey’s Paw,” grief-stricken suburban parents (Academy Award nominees John Marley of THE GODFATHER and Lynn Carlin of FACES) refuse to accept the news that their son Andy (Richard Backus) has been killed in Vietnam. But when Andy returns home soon after, something may be horribly wrong: Andy is alive and well… or is he? Produced and directed by Bob Clark (BLACK CHRISTMAS) and written by Alan Ormsby (DERANGED), DEATHDREAM was one of the very first films to confront the domestic ravages of the Vietnam War and remains one of the most chilling horror films of all time.
SOMETHING UNSPEAKABLE HAS COME HOME
In this shattering variation on “The Monkey’s Paw,” grief-stricken suburban parents (Academy Award nominees John Marley of THE GODFATHER and Lynn Carlin of FACES) refuse to accept the news that their son Andy (Richard Backus) has been killed in Vietnam. But when Andy returns home soon after, something may be horribly wrong: Andy is alive and well… or is he? Produced and directed by Bob Clark (BLACK CHRISTMAS) and written by Alan Ormsby (DERANGED), DEATHDREAM was one of the very first films to confront the domestic ravages of the Vietnam War and remains one of the most chilling horror films of all time.
DEATHDREAM was released under several different titles, including DEAD OF NIGHT, THE NIGHT WALK and THE NIGHT ANDY CAME HOME, and marked the grisly debut of gore effects legend Tom Savini (DAWN OF THE DEAD). In honor of its 50th Anniversary, Blue Underground is proud to present this acclaimed shocker in a brand-new restoration, scanned in 4K 16-bit from the 35mm negative with Dolby Vision HDR, overflowing with exclusive new and archival Extras!
Special Features:
Disc 1 (4K UHD Blu-ray) Feature Film + Extras:
- Audio Commentary #1 with Co-Producer/Director Bob Clark
- Audio Commentary #2 with Writer/Make-Up Artist (Uncredited) Alan Ormsby
- NEW! Audio Commentary #3 with Film Historians Troy Howarth and Nathaniel Thompson
- Theatrical Trailer
Disc 2 (Blu-ray) Feature Film + Extras:
- Audio Commentary #1 with Co-Producer/Director Bob Clark
- Audio Commentary #2 with Writer/Make-Up Artist (Uncredited) Alan Ormsby
- NEW! Audio Commentary #3 with Film Historians Troy Howarth and Nathaniel Thompson
- A Recollection With Star Anya Liffey and Writer/Make-Up Artist Alan Ormsby
- Notes For A Homecoming – Interview with Composer Carl Zittrer
- Flying Down To Brooksville – Interview with Production Manager John ‘Bud’ Cardos
- Tom Savini: The Early Years
- Deathdreaming – Interview with Star Richard Backus
- NEW! The First Andy – Interview with Actor Gary Swanson
- Screen Test with Original Andy, Gary Swanson
- Alan Ormsby Student Film
- Alternate Opening Titles
- Theatrical Trailer
- Still Galleries
Sell Points:
- Bob Clark’s critically acclaimed shocker rises from the dead on 4K Ultra High Definition Blu-ray Disc!
- WORLD PREMIERE! Brand-new 2024 4K Restoration from the 35mm negative
- UHD features 2160p Ultra HD Resolution and Dolby Vision HDR, with DTS-HD Master Audio
- Remastered Blu-ray features 1080p HD Resolution, with DTS-HD Master Audio
- Loaded with exclusive NEW and archival Extras
- Limited Edition embossed slipcover and reversible sleeve with alternate artwork (First Pressing Only)
- National Print Advertising and extensive Online Exposure
- From acclaimed Director Bob Clark (BLACK CHRISTMAS, PORKY’S, A CHRISTMAS STORY) and Writer Alan Ormsby (DERANGED, CAT PEOPLE, POPCORN), creators of the zombie classic CHILDREN SHOULDN’T PLAY WITH DEAD THINGS
- Starring Academy Award nominees John Marley (THE GODFATHER, LOVE STORY) and Lynn Carlin (FACES, SUPERSTITION)
- Also starring Richard Backus (RYAN’S HOPE, FOR RICHER, FOR POORER), Henderson Forsythe (AS THE WORLD TURNS, SILKWOOD), and Anya Ormsby (CHILDREN SHOULDN’T PLAY WITH DEAD THINGS)
- For fans of CHILDREN SHOULDN’T PLAY WITH DEAD THINGS, BLACK CHRISTMAS, and UNCLE SAM
Film Reviews:
“A Potent And Compelling Thriller!” – Kevin Thomas, Los Angeles Times
“A Stunner!” – The Village Voice
“A Cult Classic… Don’t Miss It!” – The Psychotronic Encyclopedia of Film
“An Excellent Film… A Genuinely Chilling Horror Picture!” – Rock! Shock! Pop!
“A Powerful, Creepy Film Relying On Mood And Tension To Convey The Terror... Highly Recommended!” – TV Guide
DEATHDREAM Limited Edition Reviews:
“A minor horror classic… Blue Underground's new Blu-ray release of DEATHDREAM is sourced from a solid restored 2K master and offers a very impressive selection of bonus features. I am pretty sure it will end up being the definitive release that fans of the film have been hoping to get. VERY HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!” – Blu-ray.com
Disc 1 (4K UHD Blu-ray) Feature Film + Extras:
- Audio Commentary #1 with Co-Producer/Director Bob Clark
- Audio Commentary #2 with Writer/Make-Up Artist (Uncredited) Alan Ormsby
- NEW! Audio Commentary #3 with Film Historians Troy Howarth and Nathaniel Thompson
- Theatrical Trailer
Disc 2 (Blu-ray) Feature Film + Extras:
- Audio Commentary #1 with Co-Producer/Director Bob Clark
- Audio Commentary #2 with Writer/Make-Up Artist (Uncredited) Alan Ormsby
- NEW! Audio Commentary #3 with Film Historians Troy Howarth and Nathaniel Thompson
- A Recollection With Star Anya Liffey and Writer/Make-Up Artist Alan Ormsby
- Notes For A Homecoming – Interview with Composer Carl Zittrer
- Flying Down To Brooksville – Interview with Production Manager John ‘Bud’ Cardos
- Tom Savini: The Early Years
- Deathdreaming – Interview with Star Richard Backus
- NEW! The First Andy – Interview with Actor Gary Swanson
- Screen Test with Original Andy, Gary Swanson
- Alan Ormsby Student Film
- Alternate Opening Titles
- Theatrical Trailer
- Still Galleries
Sell Points:
- Bob Clark’s critically acclaimed shocker rises from the dead on 4K Ultra High Definition Blu-ray Disc!
- WORLD PREMIERE! Brand-new 2024 4K Restoration from the 35mm negative
- UHD features 2160p Ultra HD Resolution and Dolby Vision HDR, with DTS-HD Master Audio
- Remastered Blu-ray features 1080p HD Resolution, with DTS-HD Master Audio
- Loaded with exclusive NEW and archival Extras
- Limited Edition embossed slipcover and reversible sleeve with alternate artwork (First Pressing Only)
- National Print Advertising and extensive Online Exposure
- From acclaimed Director Bob Clark (BLACK CHRISTMAS, PORKY’S, A CHRISTMAS STORY) and Writer Alan Ormsby (DERANGED, CAT PEOPLE, POPCORN), creators of the zombie classic CHILDREN SHOULDN’T PLAY WITH DEAD THINGS
- Starring Academy Award nominees John Marley (THE GODFATHER, LOVE STORY) and Lynn Carlin (FACES, SUPERSTITION)
- Also starring Richard Backus (RYAN’S HOPE, FOR RICHER, FOR POORER), Henderson Forsythe (AS THE WORLD TURNS, SILKWOOD), and Anya Ormsby (CHILDREN SHOULDN’T PLAY WITH DEAD THINGS)
- For fans of CHILDREN SHOULDN’T PLAY WITH DEAD THINGS, BLACK CHRISTMAS, and UNCLE SAM
Film Reviews:
“A Potent And Compelling Thriller!” – Kevin Thomas, Los Angeles Times
“A Stunner!” – The Village Voice
“A Cult Classic… Don’t Miss It!” – The Psychotronic Encyclopedia of Film
“An Excellent Film… A Genuinely Chilling Horror Picture!” – Rock! Shock! Pop!
“A Powerful, Creepy Film Relying On Mood And Tension To Convey The Terror... Highly Recommended!” – TV Guide
DEATHDREAM Limited Edition Reviews:
“A minor horror classic… Blue Underground's new Blu-ray release of DEATHDREAM is sourced from a solid restored 2K master and offers a very impressive selection of bonus features. I am pretty sure it will end up being the definitive release that fans of the film have been hoping to get. VERY HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!” – Blu-ray.com
“This was one of my most anticipated releases of the year and it did not disappoint. The movie gets better with each watch. This 2-disc collector's edition from Blue Underground offers the most complete/longest version on home video, and the new 2K restoration looks fantastic, plus we get some great extras. Highly recommended, this surpassed my expectations!” – McBastard’s Mausoleum
