Dawn

While movie adaptations of video games can be very hit or miss, Until Dawn was one of the more memorable projects thanks to the film putting its own spin on the game’s choose-your-own-design mechanics. In case you missed it on the big screen, Until Dawn is now available to watch from the comfort of your own couch. You can rent or buy the digital release from Prime Video for $20-$25. If you prefer physical media and don’t mind waiting, Until Dawn’s 4K Blu-ray combo pack is up for preorder at Amazon and Walmart ahead of its July 8 release date.

Until Dawn is the third video game film adaptation from PlayStation Productions following Uncharted and Gran Turismo. The production company, which was founded in 2019, is also credited with the TV adaptations of Twisted Metal and the critically acclaimed HBO series The Last of Us.

$50 | Releases July 8

Until Dawn’s 4K Blu-ray edition also comes a 1080p Blu-ray disc and digital copy of the film. Along with native 4K resolution, Until Dawn will support Dolby Atmos audio on supported devices.

Amazon and Walmart have the 4K Blu-ray combo pack priced at $50 at the moment. That said, we expect the price to drop prior to launch. Both retailers offer preorder price guarantees, so you’ll be eligible for any future discounts from the moment you place your order until your Blu-ray ships.

Until Dawn is also getting a DVD release, in case you want to experience the horror film in spine-tingling 480p resolution. Amazon has the DVD version priced at $28.60, while Walmart listed it for $35.

Here’s the full list of Until Dawn special features:

• Adapting a Nightmare – Director David F. Sandberg and writer Gary Dauberman discuss the inspirations of the film and how they built off of the game world from the hit PlayStation game.
• Death-Defying Cast – Meet the cast
• Practical Terrors – A look at the practical effects and props used to garner realistic reactions from the actors and actresses.p
• Audio Commentary with director David F. Sandberg and producer Lotta Losten
• Deleted and extended scenes

Buy for $25 / Rent for $20 | Available Now

If you don’t want to wait, you can rent Until Dawn for $20 or buy a digital copy for $25. If you buy the film, you can watch it whenever you want, but rentals on Prime Video have a couple of rules to keep in mind. You’ll have 30 days to start watching the movie after making your purchase. Once the movie begins, it will be returned to Amazon in 48 hours. Your rental/purchase grants access to the 4K and standard definition versions of Until Dawn.

In case you missed it, Until Dawn tells an original story and is set within the same universe as the game. Connecting the video game and the film is Stormare’s character, Dr. Hill, who appeared in both mediums. Another nod to the game is that the movie has the same tone and vibe, as the main characters find themselves caught in a time-loop where they frequently die due to a variety of grisly means. The only way to break this vicious cycle is to survive…until dawn. The film has received mixed reviews, but if you’re in the mood for a cheesy horror-comedy with slick direction, Until Dawn is an enjoyable watch.

You can also pick up the game on PS5, which was given a “cinematic update” with enhanced visuals and sound design. Remade entirely in Unreal Engine 5, the game now has updated character models, environments, interactable props, visual effects, and animations alongside its artistic changes. You can also pick up a few other creepy games from Until Dawn creator Supermassive Games, as the studio specializes in interactive horror stories.

Supermassive Horror Games

PlayStation Movie & TV Adaptations

Uncharted Steelbook Edition | The Last of Us Season 1 Steelbook Edition

As mentioned, PlayStation Productions has three films under its belt: 2022’s adaptation of Naughty Dog’s Uncharted, 2023’s Gran Turismo, and now Until Dawn. But the studio’s biggest hit–by a wide margin–is The Last of Us, which has its Season 2 finale this Sunday, May 26. PlayStation Productions also has a bunch of other adaptations in various stages of production, including the reboot of the Resident Evil franchise in 2026, Horizon Zero Dawn, Ghost of Tsushima, and a sequel to Uncharted.

But there have been other films and TV shows based on PlayStation games that predate the formation of PlayStation Productions, including Ratchet & Clank and Heavenly Sword, which received a new Blu-ray release last year. Though not technically a PlayStation franchise, the animated film Final Fantasy VII: Advent Children served as a sequel to the hit PS1 console exclusive by Square Enix.

Most of current movie and TV adaptations based on PlayStation video games are available on Blu-ray or 4K Blu-ray. The Last of Us Season 1 recently received a Steelbook Edition, and Uncharted’s Steelbook Edition comes with Nathan Drake’s ring/necklace. Gran Turismo also has a Steelbook Edition, but it’s exclusive to Walmart and is the 1080p Blu-ray version.

Nintendo fans who are interested in watching one of the wildest video game adaptations ever made–the 1993 Super Mario Bros. live-action film–can pick up the limited 30th Anniversary remaster on 4K Blu-ray and standard Blu-ray at Amazon right now. The standard Blu-ray edition is “temporarily out of stock,” but you can still place your order. For the 4K edition, you may need to click “Other sellers on Amazon” and choose the option that is shipped and sold by Amazon.

Meanwhile, Walmart has an exclusive Limited Edition Steelbook of the 2023 animated Super Mario Bros. Movie, which remains the most successful video game film adaptation of all time. A Minecraft Movie won’t be able to catch it, but there’s a chance it will soon become the second game adaptation to cross the billion dollar mark at the box office. You can preorder A Minecraft Movie’s 4K Steelbook Edition for $38 at Amazon; meanwhile, Walmart has an exclusive edition with packaging that can be folded to resemble the Minecraft’s Crafting Table.

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