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We are proud to introduce Hammer Presents, a curated collection celebrating British horror cinema, presented with the care, craftsmanship, and technical excellence that horror fans have come to expect. Selected with precision, these films are given new life through brand-new restorations, created from the best original elements.
And leading the charge is the chilling folk-horror classic Cry of the Banshee, starring the incomparable Vincent Price and directed by Gordon Hessler.
World-Class Restorations. Curated With Care.
Every title in the Hammer Presents collection will be sourced from brand-new high-definition restorations by award-winning partner Silver Salt Restoration, ensuring each release is presented at a consistently exceptional standard.
Each edition will also feature a focused set of special features designed to illuminate the film’s history, craft, and cultural impact, giving fans deeper context for every release.
A New Curated Standard
Each title is hand-selected for its historical significance, cult reputation, and cinematic impact. This range exists to spotlight films and talent that deserve rediscovery, careful restoration, and definitive presentation.
Built for Collectors
Hammer Presents is designed with collectors in mind. From newly commissioned artwork to bespoke bonus features, each edition is an important part of the greater whole.
From Restoration to Shelf
Each Hammer Presents title begins with a full technical restoration, overseen from scan to final grade. Audio is carefully cleaned. Visual detail from the original film materials is preserved.
What emerges is the most faithful and film-like presentation possible for each title.
The Start of Something Bigger
Cry of the Banshee is only the beginning.
Hammer Presents will continue to grow with future releases spanning folk horror, gothic terror, psychological thrillers, and cult classics from across British horror.
To find out more about Hammer Presents, visit our blog.
Cry of the Banshee
The inaugural title in the Hammer Presents line is the haunting tale of cruelty and supernatural vengeance, Cry of the Banshee. Featuring one of Vincent Price’s most ferocious late-period performances, the film returns in a brand-new 4K restoration from the original film negatives.
This definitive edition will be presented across 4K UHD and Blu-ray, including both the original director’s cut and the AIP theatrical version, each in its correct aspect ratio with English subtitles.
The release is further enriched with a curated set of special features, including:
- A new audio commentary from horror author and filmmaker Chris Alexander
- A new interview with writer and critic Kim Newman
- The archival featurette A Devilish Tale of Poe, with director Gordon Hessler
- Original theatrical trailer, TV spot, and radio spot
- More details on this definitive 4K UHD and Blu-ray edition will be revealed very soon.