Out This Week: Nausicaa Of The Valley Of The Wind, Yashahime, Chip 'n' Dale: Rescue Rangers and More
In this week's new release round-up, scratch that nostalgia itch with new Blu-Ray editions of Disney Afternoon classic Chip 'N' Dale: Rescue Rangers and Hey Arnold The Movie. Also making its debut on physical media this week is the Inuyasha sequel series Yashahime: Princess Half Demon.
Meanwhile, in the UK StudioCanal continues its releases of Collector's edition combo-pack releases of Studio Ghibli favourites with new editions of Nausicaa Of The Valley Of The Wind and Howl's Moving Castle. 90s shojo classic Revolutionary Girl Utena also makes its UK Blu-Ray debut this week as standard editions.
In this week's deals section,
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UK Releases For February 14, 2022
Boogiepop Phantom: Collector's Limited Edition
(Anime Ltd, 15) " Five years ago, a string of grisly murders
shook the city to its core. Now terror has returned, and this time it has a
name: Boogiepop. Everyone knows about Boogiepop: death incarnate, she stalks
the night in search of fresh victims. Meet her and you simply... vanish. In
the darkness, glass shatters and time stands still... There’s something out
there and it's coming closer. Are you safe?"
💿 FORMATS: Blu-Ray LE
The Hentai Prince and The Stoney Cat Collection (MVM, 18) "Yoto is a
total pervert whose inability to project any emotion is a constant problem.
Tsukiko, on the other hand, has the opposite issue and can’t stop blurting
out whatever she happens to be thinking, no matter how juvenile or
inappropriate. So, when these two misfits each learn about a stone statue of
a cat that can magically remove a single personality trait, they jump on it.
Unfortunately, it turns out that the cat doesn’t just take the personality
trait away; it transfers it to somebody else! Now Yoto can’t stop talking
without a filter for his perverted thoughts while Tsukiko is unable to
display emotion! The only solution to their NEW problems is to find the
original owners of the problems the cat has “fixed” and arrange a un-swap."
💿 FORMATS: Blu-Ray+Digital
Howl's Moving Castle Collector's Edition (StudioCanal, PG) " An
exclusive new Collector's Edition featuring a premium slipcase, digipack
and set of art cards with new artwork. From the legendary and highly
celebrated Studio Ghibli (SPIRITED AWAY, MY NEIGHBOUR TOTORO) comes HOWL'S
MOVING CASTLE, a masterpiece from filmmaker Hayao Miyazaki. Quiet hat shop
worker Sophie's life is thrown into turmoil when she is literally swept
off her feet by the mysterious wizard Howl. The vain and jealous Witch of
the Waste puts a curse on Sophie and turns her into a 90-year-old woman.
On a quest to break the spell, Sophie climbs aboard Howl's magnificent
moving castle and into a new life of wonder and adventure. But as the true
power of Howl's wizardry is revealed, Sophie finds herself fighting to
protect them both from a dangerous war that threatens their world. Based
on the book by British author Diana Wynne Jones, the English language cast
features Jean Simmons, Christian Bale, Lauren Bacall, Blythe Danner, Emily
Mortimer, Josh Hutcherson and Billy Crystal."
💿 FORMATS: Blu-Ray+DVD LE
Nausicaa Of The Valley Of The Wind Collector's Edition
(StudioCanal, PG) " An exclusive new Collector's Edition featuring
a premium slipcase, digipack and set of art cards with new artwork. The
film that helped launch the legendary and highly celebrated Studio Ghibli
(SPIRITED AWAY, MY NEIGHBOUR TOTORO) is NAUSICAÄ OF THE VALLEY OF THE
WIND, Hayao Miyazaki's epic masterpiece adapted from his own best-selling
manga which bears all the hallmarks of Miyazaki's later successes:
fantastical worlds, vivid characters and stunning animation. A thousand
years after a great war, a kingdom known as the Valley of the Wind is one
of the only populated areas left. Led by the courageous Princess Nausicaä,
the people of the Valley are engaged in a constant struggle with the
powerful ohmu, who guard a poisonous jungle that is spreading across the
Earth. Nausicaä, together with the people of the Valley, must strive to
restore the bond between humanity and the earth. The English language
voice cast features Patrick Stewart, Uma Thurman, Chris Sarandon, Edward
James Olmos, Shia LaBeouf and Mark Hamill."
💿 FORMATS: Blu-Ray+DVD LE
Revolutionary Girl Utena Part 1(Anime Ltd, 12) "The Legendary Shojo Anime Series Comes to Blu-ray! ''Never lose that
strength or nobility, even when you grow up.'' When Utena was just a child and in the depths of sorrow, she found
salvation in those words. They were the words of a prince, who wrapped her
in his rose-scented embrace and bestowed upon her both a ring and the
promise that it would lead her to him again. She never forgot the
encounter. In fact, she was so impressed that she aspired to be like the
prince and also help those in need. Now a spirited teenager, Utena attends
the prestigious Ohtori Academy. However, her strong sense of chivalry soon
places her at odds with the school's student council and thrusts her into
a series of mysterious and dangerous duels against its members. "
💿FORMATS: Blu-Ray
Revolutionary Girl Utena Part 2(Anime Ltd, 12)" The
Legendary Shojo Anime Series Comes to Blu-ray! Utena and Anthy have become
close during their time as roommates. So when Anthy casually mentions she
has a brother, Utena can't help but feel shocked. She thought she knew
Anthy, but the longer she and Anthy are friends, the more she discovers
she doesn’t know. What other secrets could Anthy be keeping? However,
Utena won't have time to dwell upon such matters. A new group of duelists
has emerged from the shadows. These new challengers wear black rose
signets and also seek revolution, but their methods are different than
those of Ohtori's Student Council. They don't wish to possess Rose Bride;
they want to kill her. Episodes 13-24 in Japanese and English with English
subtitles."
💿 FORMATS: Blu-Ray
Beserk The Complete Series Essentials (Funimation, TV-MA )"Peer
into the dark once more—the Black Swordsman roars again. Branded for death and
hunted by demons, swordsman Guts embarks on a journey filled with beasts and
gruesome vengeance. No matter what, he’ll seek the answers that lie shrouded
in the night!"
💿 FORMATS: Blu-Ray+Digital
By The Grace Of The Gods Season 1 (Funimation, TV-14 )"After dying in
his sleep, Ryoma is reincarnated by three divine beings into a world of magic,
where he spends his time researching and caring for slimes. But after healing
an injured traveler, Ryoma and his slimes decide to set out and use his power
to help others."
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Chip 'N' Dale: Rescue Rangers Season One (Disney, TV-Y7) " For the first time on Blu-ray, go nuts over Chip 'n' Dale Rescue
Rangers, with all 65 episodes of sleuthing fun. Chip and Dale lead an
eccentric group of animals solving mysteries in the human world and in
their own. Tackling whodunits that fall through the cracks, these
intrepid detectives are on the case!"
Adams Family 2 £9.99
Cowboy Bebop The Movie £6.39
Injustice £7.99
The Mitchells Vs The Machines £7.99
Mirai £5.99
Space Jam: A New Legacy £9.95
Spirit Untamed The Movie £9.99
Cartoon Saloon Irish Folklore Trilogy $79.98 $55.50
Celebrating Mickey $12.56
Kiki's Delivery Service $29.95 $12.88
Howl's Moving Castle $29.95 $12.50
My Neigbour Totoro $10.47
The Secret World Of Arriety Steelbook $26.98 $16.19
Promare $24.98 $12.47
Weathering With You $15.99
💿 FORMATS: Blu-Ray+Digital.,
Blu-Ray LE
💿 FORMATS: Blu-Ray
Dr Stone Season 1 Steelbook (Funimation, TV-14 ) "All of
humanity turned to stone. Then the extraordinarily intelligent and
scientific Senku awoke from his petrified prison to find Earth in a
prehistoric state. Armed with the power of science, he is determined to save
humanity and begin the rocky road."
💿FORMATS: Blu-Ray STEELBOOK
Hey Arnold! The Movie (Paramount, PG) " Nickelodeon’s hero
with the football-shaped head leaps onto the big screen in this
delightfully entertaining feature film adventure for the whole family! A
heartless industrialist has an evil plan: to level Arnold’s neighborhood
and build a huge shopping mall. With time running out, someone needs to
save the day. And that someone is Arnold. With Helga, his pigtailed
nemesis who secretly loves him, and Gerald, his cool best friend, Arnold
takes a stand to prove the real meaning of progress – finding new joys in
the old neighborhood he calls “home.” "
💿 FORMATS: Blu-Ray
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King's Raid Successors Of The Will Part 1 (Funimation, TV-14)" After
a century of peace in the lands of Orvelia, the news of demon appearances
reaches the ear of young squire Kasel. He bands together a group of
companions that embark on a journey to locate the fabled Holy Sword Aea and
defeat the new enemies."
💿FORMATS: Blu-Ray+Digital
My Hero Academia Season 4 Complete Collection (Funimation, TV-14) "Deku gets tangled in another dangerous internship as he struggles to keep
pace with his upperclassmen, Mirio. Meanwhile, with All For One no longer
in control, Overhaul seizes the opportunity to rule as the villain world
teeters on the brink of war!"
💿FORMATS: Blu-Ray+Digital
Samurai Girls & Samurai Bride (Sentai Filmworks, 18+) "Muneakira Yagyu always thought he was a gifted student of samurai ways,
but when a beautiful naked girl, Jubei, falls from the sky and into his
arms, he discovers just how gifted he is. Because when they kiss, Jubei
becomes a master samurai capable of defeating almost any enemy! Which is
fortunate, because a great evil is threatening Japan, and the only force
that can stop it is Jubei and a team of other beautiful samurai women
who also conveniently get power-ups from kissing Muneakira! Of course,
that means that Muneakira will have to keep his lips exercised and in
fighting trim, and sooner or later, some of those lovely ladies will be
insisting on a walk down the aisle. It's time to make love AND war in
the ultimate combined collection of Samurai Girls and Samurai Bride!"
💿FORMATS: Blu-Ray+Digital
Yashahime Princess Half Demon Season 1 Part 1 (Viz Media,
TV-14)"Half-demon twins Towa and Setsuna reunite after ten years to discover
that they are the daughters of the great demon Sesshomaru. Joined by
Moroha, the daughter of Inuyasha and Kagome, the girls set out on a
journey to regain their missing past."
💿FORMATS: Blu-Ray, Blu-Ray LE,
DVD
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Upcoming Releases
All Release dates are subject to change. Listed Dates are for US
release unless stated otherwise. Digital releases may be
earlier.
The Batman: Complete Series [2004-2008] (WB) March 1
Flee (Decal) Blu
Ray March 1
Adventure Time: Distant Lands (WB) Blu-Ray March 1
Sing 2 (Universal)
Blu-Ray, DVD March 22
Millennium Actress STEELBOOK (GKIDS) Blu-Ray March 22
Lupin The 3rd The Mystery Of Mamo (Discotek) Blu-Ray March 29
Rick and Morty Seasons 1-5 (WB) March 29
Demon Slayer The Movie Mugen Train CE (Funimation) Blu-Ray
April 4 (UK)
Only Yesterday STEEBOOK
(GKIDS) Blu-Ray April 19
The Tale Of The Princess Kaguya
STEELBOOK (GKIDS) Blu-Ray April 19
Knights Of Sidonia Love Woven In The Stars (Funimation) Blu-Ray April 12
Heavy Metal/ Heavy Metal 2000 (Sony) 4K+Blu-ray April 19
Cats Eye: The Complete First Series (Discotek Media) Blu-Ray April 26
City Hunter 91 (Discotek Media) Blu-Ray April 26
This Week's Best Deals
All prices are subject to change and do not include postage or
delivery costs, plus any additional taxes in the US. Titles are
Blu-Rays unless otherwise stated.
(Valid until Saturday, February 19)
Attack On Titan (Various) $17.99- $63.74
Beserk Complete Series $69.98 $32.49
Black Clover (Various) $33.99- $50.99
Bungo Stray Dogs Seasons 1 & 2 $69.98 $41.99
Dragon Ball Z/ Dragon Ball Super (Various) $20.99- $35.99
Fire Force (Various) $29.94- $50.99
FLCL $49.98 $29.99
Kabanari Of The Iron Fortress $29.98 $12.99
Miss Kobayashi's Dragon Maid $49.98 $29.99
Mob Psycho 100 Season 1 $49.98 $29.99
My Hero Academia (Various) $14.99- $41.99
One Piece (Various Blu-Ray/ DVD) $8.99- $23.99
Paranoia Agent $49.98 $29.99
Robotech Season 1: The Macross Saga $69.98 $41.99
Samurai Champloo $49.98 $29.99
Space Dandy $49.98 $29.99
Tatami Galaxy $49.98 $29.99
Vision Of Escaflowne $69.98 $41.99
Wolf's Rain $49.98 $25.99
Cowboy Bebop The Movie £6.39
Injustice £7.99
The Mitchells Vs The Machines £7.99
Mirai £5.99
Space Jam: A New Legacy £9.95
Spirit Untamed The Movie £9.99
Amazon Featured Deals
Cartoon Saloon Irish Folklore Trilogy $79.98 $55.50
Celebrating Mickey $12.56
Kiki's Delivery Service $29.95 $12.88
Howl's Moving Castle $29.95 $12.50
My Neigbour Totoro $10.47
The Secret World Of Arriety Steelbook $26.98 $16.19
Promare $24.98 $12.47
Weathering With You $15.99
