Highlander [SteelBook] [Blu-ray] [1986]

This 4k version is sn upgrade to the vhs version I owned in the 80’s , very happy with this release .

Sean Connery coming back at it again with another great movie

"There can be only one" is probably the perfect quote to sum up Highlander being released on 4K. I highly doubt the sequels will ever make it past bluray (if they made it that far), but this movie is deserving of the title to be the only one. Between a great cast and an epic soundtrack led by Freddie Mercury and Queen, it was a perfect recipe to create a movie anyone can enjoy (if you like sword flicks). The opening them, 'Princes of the Universe' is by far one of Queen's best songs, but they've had so many beyond this one. The plot is simple, a group of immortals vie for the coveted title of being "the one" by battling one another to the death. As one immortal beheads another, they are then treated to an experience called the Quickening, a release of powerful energy that the living immortal absorbs, taking in all the power and knowledge of their opponent. Dispatching all immortals but one will grant them "The Prize" (this is brought up in Highlander 2). The movie also shows the consequences of being immortal and though not subtle, it doesn't just hit you in the face with it. It's a simple movie that doesn't make you think too hard about its themes and well paced to keep you entertained.

Easily the best release of this awesome film, I’m extremely happy that this cult classic got the 4K treatment. This has a great HD transfer, good sound quality, and a decent amount of special features to keep you entertained. If you’re looking for a great cult classic to own in your collection, as the tagline goes: There Can Be Only One!

I ordered this and the Best Buy exclusive Highlander SteelBook. These being my first two SteelBooks, I was happy with the exclusive, but very underwhelmed by this one. Literally a case and a single disc with the movie info glued to the back. If I were to rate the packaging, it would get 1 2 at best, but because it's Highlander, it gets a 5.

Why would anybody not like Highlander, fantastic from start to finish. throw in a soundtrack by legendary band Queen and this movie delivers on all points.

There Can Be Only One! The first and best of the four films made. Sequels rarely relate to the original. Many prints were released for many years, but this 4k is the best.

This is an all-time classic that I think all of us have been waiting to be released on 4K. Mine showed up in great condition with no damage to the slip cover and the discs play perfectly.