Hammer’s first foray into science fiction, Spaceways, blasts off as the latest film in its 4K restored Limited Collector’s Edition collection, available to pre-order now. Bringing sharp detail and renewed atmosphere to this early blend of Cold War intrigue and shadowy noir, Spaceways makes its worldwide debut on 4K UHD and Blu-ray.
Directed by legendary Hammer Films creator, Terence Fisher (The Curse of Frankenstein, Four Sided Triangle) Spaceways was released in 1953 and stars Howard Duff, famous as radio’s popular private eye Sam Spade, as a pioneering space engineer drawn into a deadly conspiracy. Joined by Eva Bartok and Alan Wheatley, Duff anchors a tense, stylish thriller restored from the original film negatives for this 4K Limited Collector’s Edition.
Watch a brand new trailer for the 4K release in the player below:
When a rocket test fails and two people vanish, chief engineer Stephen Mitchell (Duff) becomes the prime suspect. As suspicion closes in, he must uncover the truth behind a mission shrouded in secrecy.
Part sci-fi mystery, part atmospheric noir, Spaceways remains a fascinating early milestone in Hammer’s evolution. For fans of early British science fiction and noir, this collectible film is a rare and compelling rediscovery and is now presented in its most complete form.
Spaceways Limited Collector’s Edition details:
- A two-disc 4K UHD and Blu-ray set in Deluxe Collector’s Packaging – a premium slipcase and digipak, with a richly illustrated booklet of new essays by Hammer experts.
- Restored in 4K from the original film negatives, featuring HDR grading for enhanced detail and contrast.
- Expertly restored audio, delivering improved clarity while preserving the original sound design.
- Restoration completed by Hammer’s award-winning partner Silver Salt Restoration.
- Both the UK and US versions of the film.
Exclusive new features:
- Two Nations Divided by a Common Genre, a discussion with Wayne Kinsey (Hammer historian) and Ted A. Bohus (director and producer) on the contrasts between British and American sci-fi of the era.
- New audio commentary with Heidi Honeycutt (writer, filmmaker, and film programmer) and Sarah Morgan (TV and film critic), offering fresh insight into the film’s blend of noir and sci-fi.
- New commentary with David Flint, writer, and editor, exploring Spaceways within early 1950s British genre cinema.
- Sidebar: Spaceways in which Tim Lucas (film critic and writer) examines the film’s themes and legacy with artist and historian Stephen R. Bissette.
- A booklet including brand new essays from leading Hammer and noir experts including Wayne Kinsey, Heidi Honeycutt, Andrew Pixley, Sarah Morgan, and others.
Pre-order the Spaceways 4K Limited Collector’s Edition now directly from the Hammer website.
