You can celebrate the 50th anniversary of a classic Kirk Douglas with with a brand new Blu-ray release this May. Spartacus will be released in a 50th Anniversary Edition Blu-ray on May 25. We don't have any pricing details as of yet, but you can take a look at the cover art and special features below. The film stars Kirk Douglas, Laurence Olivier, Charles Laughton, Peter Ustinov, Jean Simmons, John Gavin and Tony Curtis.
Spartacus, the genre-defining epic from director Stanley Kubrick, is the legendary tale of a bold gladiator (Kirk Douglas) who led a triumphant Roman slave revolt. Filmed in glorious Technicolor, the action-packed spectacle won four Academy Awards including Best Cinematography and Best Art Direction. Featuring a cast of screen legends such as Laurence Olivier, Charles Laughton, Peter Ustinov, Jean Simmons, John Gavin and Tony Curtis, this uncut and fully restored masterpiece is an inspirational true account of man's eternal struggle for freedom.
Special Features:
- Interview with Peter Ustinov
- - Interview with Jean Simmons
- - Behind-the-Scenes Footage
- - Vintage Newsreels
- - Production Stills
- - Concept Art
- - Costume Designs
- - Saul Bass Storyboards
- - Posters & Print Ads
- - My Scenes