The previously announced anniversary edition of James Gunn’s cult horror-comedy Slither is shifting release dates. As part of the anniversary celebrations, Visions Home Video this week released Slither on Digital Download, to be followed by a special limited edition Steelbook in stunning 4K HDR, now set to release on June 1, 2026.
Now on 4K for the first time, James Gunn’s iconic cult classic sees an extraterrestrial parasite infect the citizens of a town with the intent of devouring all life forms on Earth, leaving it up to the town sheriff (Nathan Fillion) and a local woman (Elizabeth Banks) to put an end to the monster. Restored from the 35mm Interpositive and approved by Writer-Director James Gunn and Director of Photography Gregory Middleton.
Watch the film’s trailer in the player below:
The film stars Nathan Fillion (Serenity, Firefly), Elizabeth Banks (The Hunger Games Saga) and Michael Rooker (Guardians of the Galaxy Trilogy). This film was also the directorial debut of James Gunn, for his work on the Guardians of the Galaxy Trilogy, The Suicide Squad, Superman (2025) and is now the Co-Chairman and CEO of DC Studios.
4K STEELBOOK
– UK exclusive Steelbook artwork by artist Chris Malbon, plus collectible poster.
– NEW 4K Dolby Vision feature, approved by writer/director James Gunn and Director of Photography Gregory Middleton.
Extras:
NEW “We’ve Got Worms” – Interview With Director of Photography Gregory Middleton
NEW “Feed The Fear” – Interview With Editor John Axelrad
NEW “Just A Bee Sting” – Interview With Special Make-up Effects Designer Todd Masters
NEW “What’s Gotten Into You” – Interview With Composer Tyler
Plus more TBC.
BLU-RAY
– NEW Blu-Ray feature from the 4K Dolby Vision grade, approved by writer/director James Gunn and Director of Photography Gregory Middleton.
Extras:
– NEW “We’ve Got Worms” – Interview With Director of Photography Gregory Middleton
– NEW “Feed The Fear” – Interview With Editor John Axelrad
– NEW “Just A Bee Sting” – Interview With Special Make-up Effects Designer Todd Masters
– NEW “What’s Gotten Into You” – Interview With Composer Tyler
Plus more TBC.
Slither is now in select cinemas and available on digital download, with the Special Edition 4K UHD + Blu-ray Steelbook combo from 1st June, which can be pre-ordered through HMV, ZAVVI & Amazon.
