Universal announces its first 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray releases

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The films will feature 4K resolution and HDR video and be released on 4K disc and via 4K digital services, with Jason Bourne, Lucy and Warcraft on the list of first titles.

Universal has announced its first titles to be released on the new Ultra HD Blu-ray disc format. Universal is promising a mix of new and old films, with the first releases including the forthcoming The Huntsman: Winter's War, Warcraft and Jason Bourne as well as recent films, Everest, Lucy and Lone Survivor.

The discs will offer films in 4K resolution and high dynamic range (HDR) colour, with some also including Dolby Atmos or DTS:X soundtracks. As well as the disc releases, Universal says the titles will also be available in 4K Ultra HD digital formats. A selection of Universal's IMAX films are also said to be in the pipeline to hit 4K Blu-ray.

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