If you’re like me, you have been waiting patiently for Shout/Scream Factory to announce the release date for their 4K restoration of Day of the Dead. Now, we don’t have to wait any longer, Day of the Dead releases on June 16th, 2026. The 4K version of the film is available for pre-order from Gruv (where Shout/Scream Factory are sold directly) or from other retailers that carry their titles.
If you haven’t seen George A. Romero’s masterwork, here’s a synopsis for those who need one.
A small group of scientists and soldiers have taken refuge in an underground missile silo where they struggle to control the flesh-eating horror that walks the earth above.
Special Features Of Day of the Dead On 4K UHD
- 4K Restoration from the Interpositive
- Presented in Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos
- Audio Commentary with Author Daniel Kraus and Film Critic Drew McWeeny
- Audio Commentary with Writer/Director George A. Romero, Special Make-Up Effects Artist Tom Savini, Production Designer Cletus Anderson, and Actress Lori Cardille
- World’s End: The Legacy of Day of the Dead – A Feature Length Documentary About the – Making of Day of the Dead
- Interview with Actor Lori Cardille
- Interview with Actor and Assistant to Tom Savini Greg Nicotero
- Interview with Composer and First Assistant Director John Harrison
- Interview with Founder of the George A. Romero Foundation Suzanne Romero
- Interview with Actor John Amplas
- Interview with 2nd Unit Cameraman Ernest Dickerson
- Interview with Filmmaker Tina Romero
- Monster Mania: Restoring Day of the Dead
- Stink of the Dead: Featurette
- Underground: A Look Into the Day of the Dead Mines
- Behind-the-Scenes Footage from Special Make-Up Effects Creator Tom Savini’s Archives
- Wampum Mine Promotional Video
- Photo Gallery
- Theatrical Trailers
- TV Spots
We’ll keep you updated on if we get more information about Day of the Dead on 4K UHD.
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