Exciting news for physical media fans. 1988’s classic Oscar-nominated fantasy adventure Willow is finally coming to 4K UHD in the UK. Lucasfilm has announced a 4K release, including a spectacular HMV exclusive Steelbook, will be hitting stores on December 16, 2024.
From legendary filmakers George Lucas and Ron Howard comes Willow, a timeless fantasy tale where heroes come in all sizes. When Willow Ufgood (Warwick Davis) finds and abandoned baby girl, he learns she is destined to end the reign of wicked Queen Bavmorda. Willow teams up with a rogue swordsman (Val Kilmer) to protect the child against the darkness. It’s the ultimate story of good versus evil – with magic and danger.
Take a look at the classic trailer for the film below:
Here’s the full press release from the studio:
WILLOW
The Oscar®-Nominated* Adventure comes to
4K Ultra HD™, Blu-ray™ and Limited-Edition Steelbook®
on 16th December 2024
PRE-ORDER NOW!
From HMV, Amazon, Planet of Entertainment, Zavvi and Rarewaves
London, UK (21/11/24) Fans will enjoy the iconic fantasy epic, Willow, from legendary filmmakers, George Lucas and Ron Howard, when it arrives on December 16th in a breathtaking collectible 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook®.
Nominated for two Oscars®, the 1988 timeless classic follows a young farmer, Willow Ufgood (Warwick Davis), who is chosen to undertake a perilous journey to protect a special baby from an evil queen.
*Best Effects, Sound Effects Editing and Best Effects, Visual Effects
Film Synopsis
From legendary filmmakers George Lucas and Ron Howard comes Willow, a timeless fantasy tale where heroes come in all sizes. When Willow Ufgood (Warwick Davis) finds an abandoned baby girl, he learns she is destined to end the reign of wicked Queen Bavmorda. Willow teams up with a rogue swordsman (Val Kilmer) to protect the child against the darkness. It’s the ultimate story of good versus evil — with magic and danger.
From December 16th, fans can get the Willow 4K UHD Blu-ray in a collectible SteelBook® exclusively at HMV.
WILLOW has a runtime of approximately 126 minutes and is rated PG.
Cast:
Val Kilmer as Madmartigan
Joanne Whalley as Sorsha
Warwick Davis as Willow
Billy Barty as High Aldwin
Jean Marsh as Queen Bavmorda
