Anderson Entertainment, the company founded by the legendary Gerry Anderson, has today announced special edition releases for three of the company’s iconic series. Space: 1999, Captain Scarlet and all-time favourite Thunderbirds will release on limited-edition Blu-ray and 4K versions later in the year.
As the company and fans celebrate 60 years of Gerry & Sylvia Anderson’s classic Thunderbirds, a legacy of creativity and innovation in television comes alive once more. Thanks to an exciting expansion of its licensing agreement with ITV Studios, Anderson Entertainment is now able to invite both long-time enthusiasts and new viewers to join in the celebrations with these highly anticipated special limited-edition releases.
Watch a trailer for the brand new release in the player below:
A key highlight is the high-definition release of Thunderbirds on Blu-ray in its original 4:3 format, something Anderson fans have been eagerly anticipating for over a decade. This special edition presents Thunderbirds in pristine high definition in its original format for the first time in the UK. The release includes an array of brand-new special features, including the three special Anniversary Episodes, produced in 2015, which have never previously been released on physical media. Also included will be exclusive extra content including interviews with the creators, and insights into the production techniques that made it a ground-breaking landmark in television history. This special edition allows viewers to relive the thrilling adventures of International Rescue as they have never been presented before.
Anderson Entertainment is committed to bringing classic Gerry and Sylvia Anderson series including Space: 1999, Captain Scarlet, and many more to fans through special, limited- edition Blu-ray, and 4K physical media releases.
Jamie Anderson, son of Gerry Anderson and Managing Director of Anderson Entertainment, says: “The 60th anniversary of Thunderbirdsis a remarkable milestone and after years of anticipation, we are beyond excited to finally present this original format release to our dedicated global fans who cherish these shows as much as we do. As the fanbase for my father’s creations grows across generations, we are thrilled to be able to celebrate the ground-breaking legacy of his work with these special releases.”
Here’s a first look at the artwork for the Thunderbirds release:
These limited-edition Blu-ray, and 4K physical media releases will be available from the Gerry Anderson Store and physical media retailers from later this year. Stay tuned for details on release dates and pre-ordering for each of the box sets.
