Explorers (Collector's Edition) - BLU-RAY

Good movie especially if you love movies from the 1980's!

One of my favorite childhood movies, when I seen it in Blu-ray I had to get it

This is a fun little story about a group of kids who are inspired by alien transmissions to build a spaceship from old junk parts. It features some of the early performances by Ethan Hawke and River Phoenix, back when they were young and enthusiastic performers. I'm actually totally green with envy at River Phoenix's role; it's the sort I always imagined playing as a kid. The climax is very similar to a classic Star Trek episode called 'The Squire of Gothos', and the effects and showmanship of this story is very cool. A great piece of entertainment.

'Explorers' is a favorite film of my childhood. And thanks to this excellent Shout Factory release, I get to feel like a kid again! The movie has never looked better and the special features finally give the filmmakers the praise they deserve for creating this underappreciated gem. Joe Dante's direction is perfect, Ethan Hawke, River Phoenix and Jason Presson performances are wonderful - Dick Miller's brief time on screen may very well be a career best - and Jerry Goldsmith's score is brilliant as it brings this sci-fi story to life. This is a movie that should not be missed. Kids of all ages will love it!

OMG so happy this got a Blu-ray release. I saw this movie on tv as a kid and loved it so much I had it on tapped VHS from the tv broadcast for years. The Blu-ray transfer is such a treat and shout factory did a great job. I love the slip cover if you are fortunate to get one. The transfer for picture and sound is very good for something this old. The extras have a great interviews as well. If you are a fan of the movie this is the best release to date and should already have it in your collection!