Morgan Freeman

Arrow's limited edition 4K with steelbook was a Zavvi exclusive that sold well internationally. The BBFC re-listing alongside True Romance and Last of the Mohicans got collectors excited about Arrow's expanding Warner catalog access. North American availability came later, which is the usual frustration with Zavvi-first releases.

Arrow Video · 4K + Blu-ray

The Dark Knight(2008)

8.5

dir. Christopher Nolan

The 4K is a real upgrade over the Blu-ray, which had noticeable sharpening and DNR issues. The IMAX sequences are some of the sharpest footage you'll see on the format, and the 35mm scenes are a solid improvement too. Batman Begins is the disappointing one on 4K, but Dark Knight and Rises both look great. The trilogy steelbook set has been through multiple exclusive editions and the artwork reveals always get a lot of attention.

Warner Bros. · 4K + Blu-ray

The Dark Knight Rises(2012)

7.8

dir. Christopher Nolan

Warner S-Tier 4K. Available individually or as part of the Dark Knight Trilogy steelbook collection. The IMAX sequences are why people buy the set even though some prefer Batman Begins and The Dark Knight.

Warner Bros. · 4K + Blu-ray

Unforgiven(1992)

7.9

dir. Clint Eastwood

Warner S-Tier 4K. The best-looking Eastwood western on disc and the one people agree earned its S-Tier. A reliable haul post staple.

Warner Bros. · 4K + Blu-ray

Angel Has Fallen(2019)

dir. Ric Roman Waugh

Lionsgate 4K with a Walmart-exclusive steelbook. The only film in the Has Fallen trilogy with a widely available North American 4K release. Freeman's role expanded to President in this one, which is the draw for his cast page.

RED(2010)

dir. Robert Schwentke

Lionsgate 4K, 2-disc set. Goes on sale regularly at Best Buy and Amazon for around $10 USD. The transfer is fine for a mid-budget action comedy and the cast of Willis, Malkovich, Mirren, and Freeman makes it an easy catalog pickup.

Se7en(1995)

8.4

dir. David Fincher

The 4K theatrical rerelease renewed attention right before the disc hit. The Zavvi "What's In The Box?" edition at $98 USD was roasted immediately, with one comment offering to put their DVD in a cardboard box with Walmart air fresheners instead. The standard 4K packaging also took heat for the case design, prompting custom case inserts. None of that matters because the A-Tier transfer on this film is exceptional. The dark interiors and rain-soaked exteriors test any display setup. Fincher's 30th anniversary restoration is the definitive home version.

Warner Bros. · 4K Ultra HD

The Lego Movie(2014)

7.4

dir. Phil Lord, Christopher Miller

Warner put this out early in the 4K format's life, March 2016, and it's still A-Tier. The resolution bump over the Blu-ray is modest since the film was rendered at 2K, but the HDR is where it earns the rating. Colors pop in a way the standard Blu-ray never did.

Warner Bros. · 4K + Blu-ray

The Shawshank Redemption(1994)

8.7

dir. Frank Darabont

A-Tier Warner Bros. 4K. People who thought it looked flat on DVD and Blu-ray say the 4K is the first version that really looks right. The Film Vault steelbook has nice artwork and gets talked about a lot. More of a film that just looks like film for the first time on home video than a flashy demo disc.

Warner Bros. · 4K + Blu-ray

Wanted(2008)

dir. Timur Bekmambetov

Lionsgate put out the 4K steelbook in early 2025 and the cover art split opinions immediately. The transfer handles Bekmambetov's fast-cut action well and the Dolby Atmos mix is aggressive.

Deep Impact(1998)

6.2

dir. Mimi Leder

B-Tier Paramount 4K. The other asteroid movie from 1998. The B-Tier is fair.

Paramount Pictures · 4K + Blu-ray

London Has Fallen(2016)

5.9

dir. Babak Najafi

The only 4K release is a German trilogy boxset from Leonine Films, and the audio was actually downgraded from the original Blu-ray's DTS:X to standard DTS. The Target Blu-ray steelbook is OOP and goes for $40+ on eBay. Most people own this as part of the Has Fallen trilogy rather than on its own.

Lucy(2014)

dir. Luc Besson

Universal 4K from 2015. Scarlett Johansson sci-fi that collectors pick up cheap and then argue about whether it deserves a spot in the collection. The HDR does real work on the Paris chase sequence and the VFX-heavy finale.

Now You See Me(2013)

dir. Louis Leterrier