The Amazing Spider-Man Swings to BD, DVD

Sony Pictures Home Entertainment will bring The Amazing Spider-Man to Blu-ray, DVD and Blu-ray 3D November 9, 2012. While the film was the lowest grossing entry in the popular franchise, the reboot, directed by Marc Webb and starring Andrew Garfield, Emma Stone and Rhys Ifans, still managed to gross more than $735 million worldwide, hardly an unimpressive number.

Sony Pictures Home Entertainment is rolling out the red carpet for this film, with five separate releases, including a limited edition gift set featuring two collectible figurines. Unfortunately, there does not appear to be an extended (or alternate) cut of the film, despite rumors of much post-production tinkering. The release does, at least, include a deleted scenes reel.

Below is a breakdown of what all to expect from each release:

The Amazing Spider-Man Three-Disc Blu-ray/DVD/UltraViolet Combo Pack

(Suggested Retail: $40.99. Amazon Pre-Order Price: $28.69)

Disc 1: 2D Blu-ray feature film, featuring a 1080p transfer with 5.1 DTS-HD Master Audio.

Special Features:

• The Amazing Spider-Man Second Screen App, including interviews, storyboards, alternate takes, costume tests, pre-visualization sequences and more. Allows you to “sling" content from your tablet to the TV.
• Deleted Scenes
• Filmmaker Audio Commentary
• The Oscorp Archives – Production Art Gallery
• Stunt Rehearsals

Disc 2: Blu-ray featuring 90 Minutes of Behind-the-Scenes Documentaries, including:

• Development and Direction
• Casting
• Costumes
• On Location: LA
• On Stage: Sony Studios
• On Location: NY
• Post Production and Release
• 16 Pre-Visualization Sequences

Disc 3: DVD feature film

Special Features:

• Deleted Scenes
• Filmmaker Audio Commentary
• The Oscorp Archives – Production Art Gallery
• Stunt Rehearsals

The Amazing Spider-Man Four-Disc Blu-ray 3D/Blu-ray/DVD/UltraViolet Combo Pack

(Suggested Retail: $55.99. Amazon Pre-Order Price: $38.99)

All of the 3-Disc Combo Pack Special Features plus...

Disc 1: 3D Blu-ray

• 3D versions of the film
• 3D 101 with Director Marc Webb
• 3D Image Progression Reel

Disc 2: 2D Blu-ray feature film

Disc 3: 2D Blu-ray featuring 90 Minutes of Behind-the-Scenes Documentaries

Disc 4: DVD feature film

The Amazing Spider-Man Limited Edition Four-Disc Blu-ray 3D/Blu-ray/DVD/UltraViolet Combo Pack Gift Set

(Suggested Retail: $95.99. Amazon Pre-Order Price: $66.99)

All of the 4-Disc Blu-ray 3D/Blu-ray/DVD Combo Pack Special Features plus...

• Collectible Amazing Spider-Man Figurine
• Collectible Lizard Figurine

The Amazing Spider-Man Single-Disc DVD/UltraViolet Combo Pack

(Suggested Retail: $30.99. Amazon Pre-Order Price: $21.69)

Disc 1: DVD feature film with an anamorphic widescreen transfer and 5.1 Dolby Digital audio

Special Features:

• Deleted Scenes
• Filmmaker Audio Commentary
• The Oscorp Archives – Production Art Gallery
• Stunt Rehearsals

The Amazing Spider-Man Single-Disc Blu-ray/UltraViolet Combo Pack

(Suggested Retail: $35.99. Amazon Pre-Order Price: $24.99)

Disc 1: 2D Blu-ray feature film, featuring a 1080p transfer with 5.1 DTS-HD Master Audio.

Special Features:

• The Amazing Spider-Man Second Screen App, including interviews, storyboards, alternate takes, costume tests, pre-visualization sequences and more. Allows you to “sling" content from your tablet to the TV.
• Deleted Scenes
• Filmmaker Audio Commentary
• The Oscorp Archives – Production Art Gallery
• Stunt Rehearsals

As always, stay tuned for more updates! While you wait, be sure to check out our video review of the film:

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IGN's Autumn 2012 Movie Preview

Now that the summer is over (so long, superheroes!) we look ahead to what IGN-centric films are on the horizon for September through November. Zombies, demons, the return of 007, and the swan song of Teams Edward and Jacob are just some of what's in store for filmgoers. Here are all the movies you might want to catch this season!

The Cold Light of Day

Release Date: September 7 (US): April 6 (UK); May 21 (AU)

Studio: Summit

On the surface, there’s nothing too original about the Cold Light of Day plot, which has armed and distraught future Superman Henry Cavill discovering the secrets of his CIA agent father after his entire family is kidnapped. But when you throw into the mix the fact that said father is played by Bruce Willis, and his partner is Sigourney Weaver, then this action thriller - directed by JCVD helmer Mabrouk El Mechri - doesn’t look quite so bland.

REC3: Genesis

Release Date: September 7 (US): March 30 (UK); TBD (AU)

Studio: Magnet

The third instalment in the [REC] franchise has provoked a pretty mixed reaction. Pitched as a comedy-horror, critics and fans of the original have expressed disappointment at the fact that the film strays from the serious overtones of its predecessors. That doesn’t mean it’s not good fun, but maybe forewarn yourself with our review before buying a ticket.

The Sweeney

Release Date: TBD (US); September 12 (UK); January 24 (AU)

Studio: Vertigo Films

Creating a modern police movie by resurrecting an obscenely popular cult 1970’s British TV classic is a risky move, but The Sweeney looks like it could be a blast. Ray Winstone plays iconic copper Jack Regan, while rapper-turned actor Plan B is his hard-as-nails partner. And if you were wondering about the title, Sweeney Todd is cockney rhyming slang for the police force’s Flying Squad.

Finding Nemo 3D

Release Date: September 14; March 29, 2013 (UK);  August 30 (AU)

Studio: Disney-Pixar

The 3D conversions of beloved classics seem to polarize people, but converting one of Pixar’s most striking, original and successful animated fables seems like a no-brainer. After all, who wouldn’t want to dive back into the big blue with Marlin and Dory, and as the sequel fast approaches, the re-release will be a good refresher.

Resident Evil: Retribution 3D

Release Date: September 14 (US); September 28 (UK); September 20 (AU)

Studio: Screen Gems/Sony

You know the drill by now. Milla Jovovich returns once more as Alice in the fifth instalment of videogame spin-off helmed by Paul W. S. Anderson. The trailer promises action, and lots of it, and if it turns out to be the director and star’s franchise swansong, here’s hoping they go out with a bang.

Stolen

Release Date: September 14 (US); TBD (UK, AU)

Studio: Millennium Films

Think Taken with a taxi and Nicolas Cage. The Ghost Rider star plays Will Montgomery, a master thief who becomes suitably annoyed when – upon being released from prison – he discovers that his former partner-in-crime has kidnapped his daughter and is holding her hostage in a hijacked taxi. Typical.

The Master

Release Date: Sept. 14 (US, limited); Sept. 21 (US, wide);  Nov. 9 (UK); Nov. 8 (AU)

Studio: The Weinstein Co.

Paul Thomas Anderson’s latest feature is sure to be one to watch come awards season. Philip Seymour Hoffman plays Lancaster Dodd, a smart and charismatic guy who sets up a religious organisation – which may or may not be based on Scientology – following World War II. Sparks fly when he falls out with right-hand man Joaquin Phoenix, with both actors receiving early rave reviews for their work.

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Wii U Release Date: More Leaks Suggest Mid-November Launch

While Nintendo prepares for its Wii U Preview Event in just 2.5 weeks, more leaks continue to suggest the publisher is planning on launching the system November 18. This time the information comes from the GameStop Manager's Conference, where peripheral maker PDP reportedly revealed it plans on releasing Wii U accessories on the Sunday date.

This isn't the first time we've seen suggestions of a November 18 release date. Furthermore the weekend timing and proximity to Black Friday/Thanksgiving in the United States fits Nintendo's pattern of home console debuts for the past decade (Wii launched on November 19; GameCube on November 18).

To add a healthy bit of skepticism to the mix though, PDP's plans do not necessarily have to align with Nintendo's. Accessories frequently ship prior to console launches, and there's nothing to say that PDP might arrive after the system arrives at retailers. Until Nintendo outright reveals its plans, we won't know for sure. Fortunately we don't have long to wait.

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Transformers Prime: Season Two Rolling Out on BD, DVD

Autobots, roll out! Even through the season hasn't finished just yet, Transformers Prime: Season Two is heading to DVD and Blu-ray November 20, 2012 (for the DVD), and November 27, 2012 (for the Blu-ray), from Shout! Factory, in collaboration with Hasbro Studios.

The four-disc set will collect all 26 episodes from season two. Here's a brief synopsis of the second season, direct from Hasbro, "With Unicron defeated by Optimus Prime, what was thought to be the end of Autobots’ darkest hour is actually proving to be just the beginning. The dynamic second season of Hasbro Studios’ acclaimed animated hit series Transformers Prime digs deeper into Transformers mythology as both the Autobots and Decepticons uncover clues relating to secret artifacts of Iacon, Cybertron capital city. Their discoveries could not only change the balance of power in the war, but also potentially revive their dead home planet.

Peter Cullen, Frank Welker, Josh Keaton, Jeffrey Combs, Kevin Michael Richardson, Ernie Hudson, Markie Post and Steve Blum lend their voices to this returning series produced by Hasbro Studios. Spearheading the creative efforts on Transformers Prime are co-executive producer Duane Capizzi and executive producers Jeff Kline, Alex Kurtzman and Roberto Orci. The Transformers Prime series is currently airing on The HUB TV Network in the U.S. and on Teletoons in Canada."

Transformers Prime: Season Two will come to Blu-ray encoded in 1080p (1.78:1 aspect ratio), with English 5.1 and 2.0 audio. The DVD will feature an anamorphic widescreen presentation, also with English 5.1 surround and 2.0 stereo.

Extras will include the following:

• Optimus Prime: Up Close And Personal Panel From San Diego Comic-Con International 2012 - The incomparable Larry King, one of the most recognized broadcast interviewers in the world, goes one-on-one with voice actor Peter Cullen (Optimus Prime). "The King of Interviews" salutes the beloved Cullen and takes fans on a journey through the actor's early days on the original 1984 animated TV series “Transformers Generation One,” the three box office smash Transformers movies, and his current work on The Hub TV network's Daytime Emmy® Award-winning animated series Transformers Prime from Hasbro Studios.
• Brand-new interviews with the creative team

The 4-disc Blu-ray collection is priced to own at $59.99 SRP (available for pre-order on Amazon for $41.93). The 4-DVD set is sold separately and has a suggested retail price of $29.93 SRP (available to pre-order for $20.95).

Stay tuned for move coverage of Transformers Prime. Be sure to check out our Blu-ray review of Transformers Prime: Season One, and check out IGN TV's Transformers Prime hub for news, reviews, features and more!

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Your First Look at Iron Man #2

Last week brought the official reveal of Kieron Gillen and Greg Land's new Iron Man series, which will debut in November as part of the Marvel NOW! initiative. We're delighted to bring you your first peek at the cover for issue #2 of the series. Take a look:

Pretty snazzy, huh? Stay tuned for more on Marvel NOW! at IGN Comics.

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