Slither Celebrates 20th Anniversary With Theatrical Re-Release & 4K Steelbook
- Adam Williams
- Mar 15
- 2 min read
Updated: May 7
It's been 20 years since James Gunn's cult horror-comedy first slithered into cinemas, and to celebrate the film is getting a 4K Steelbook release via Vision Home Video as well as a theatrical release.
Visions Home Video will be re-releasing Slither on Digital Download in 4K on 1st May and special Limited Edition Steelbook in stunning 4K HDR (and Blu-ray) from 1st June.
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.
The 4K Steelbook is a UK exclusive with artwork from Chris Malbon. The release features a NEW 4K Dolby Vision feature, approved by writer/director James Gunn and Director of Photography Gregory Middleton. The steelbook comes complete with a collectible limited edition poster and array of special features.
Slither Celebrates 20th Anniversary With Theatrical Re-Release & 4K Steelbook
The Blu-ray also features other original artwork by Chris Malbon and all the special features included on the 4K Steelbook. These include-
NEW "We've Got Worms" - Interview With Director of Photography Gregory Middleton
NEW "Feed The Fear" - Interview With Editor John AxelradNEW "Just A Bee Sting" - Interview With Special Make-up Effects Designer Todd Masters
NEW "What's Gotten Into You" - Interview With Composer Tyler
Plus additional features to be confirmed
As a part of its 20th Anniversary celebrations, Slither is back in UK Cinemas now, as well as on Digital in 4K, and will be available on Special Edition Steelbook from 1st June which can be pre-ordered through HMV, ZAVVI & Amazon
Additionally, UK fans can enjoy the film in cinemas as it will be having a limited theatrical release from 10th April. You can check out the re-release trailer below.
