One of the all-time classic sci-fi films comes to Blu-ray!
Prepare to blast off from planet Earth with one of the most popular classic sci-fi films of all time! When atomic scientist Dr. Cal Meacham (Rex Reason) is chosen to take part in a top-secret research experiment, he quickly discovers that he is really involved in an evil scheme by alien Metalunans to take over Earth.
After he and the gorgeous Dr. Ruth Adams (Faith Domergue) make their escape shortly before the lab explodes, they are whisked away in a flying saucer to Metaluna, where they are blamed for the destruction. Will interstellar negotiation save the day or will the scientists be forced to take part in a treacherous battle to the death? Jeff Morrow, Russell Johnson, and the iconic, bug-eyed Metalunan Mutants also star.
This definitive Scream Factory edition is a must-have, featuring a gorgeous new 4K scan of the original film elements and an incredible lineup of bonus features that dive deep into the film's production and legacy.
Product Details:
Format: Blu-ray
Run Time: 86 minutes
Rating: Not Rated
Genre: Classic Science Fiction
Studio: Scream Factory / Shout! Factory
Special Features: New 4K scan of original film elements, restored original Perspecta Stereophonic Sound, new audio commentary with author/VFX artist Robert Skotak, new audio interviews with film historian David Schecter and filmmaker Luigi Cozzi, Trailers From Hell with Joe Dante, "Two And A Half Years In The Making" extended documentary, theatrical trailer, and still galleries.
From the Desk of Paul Bracken:
"If you want to talk about the quintessential 1950s sci-fi aesthetic, 'This Island Earth' is the gold standard. The saucer design, the vibrant Technicolor, and of course, the legendary Metaluna Mutant—it's everything that made the Golden Age of Sci-Fi so incredibly fun. Scream Factory always knocks it out of the park with their physical media releases, and this 4K scan breathes spectacular new life into a film that absolutely deserves a place on your shelf."
