Kino Lorber Studio Classics Announces its January 2023 Home Video Releases

Warning Shot
(1967, 100m)
Blu-ray
Prebook Date: 12/13/2022
Street Date: 1/10/2023

Director: Buzz Kulik
Cast: David Janssen, Joan Collins, Stefanie Powers, Carroll O'Connor, Lillian Gish

A routine nighttime stakeout. A shadowy figure. A foot chase, with shots fired. And then...every police officer’s nightmare. David Janssen (Macho Callahan, TV’s The Fugitive) heads an all-star cast in this absorbing crime drama set in Los Angeles. Janssen is Tom Valens, an L.A.P.D. sergeant who fatally shoots what he perceives to be an armed suspect...but the man’s purported “weapon” is nowhere to be found. And, moreover, the deceased is a respected doctor with a seemingly impeccable reputation and character. Charged with manslaughter and suspended from the force, Sgt. Valens ignores public outcry and sets out to gather the puzzle’s pieces, produce the “missing” gun...and clear his name. Steve Allen, Ed Begley, Joan Collins, Lillian Gish, George Grizzard, Carroll O’Connor, Eleanor Parker, Walter Pidgeon, Stefanie Powers, George Sanders, Sam Wanamaker and Keenan Wynn are among the Hollywood luminaries featured in this taut and gripping thriller, directed and produced by Buzz Kulik (Shamus) with a sparkling jazz score by Jerry Goldsmith (Lonely Are the Brave).

Bonus Features:

Brand New HD Master – From a 2K Scan of the 35mm Interpositive | NEW Audio Commentary by Film Historian/Filmmaker Daniel Kremer | Theatrical Trailer (Newly Mastered in 2K) | Optional English Subtitles

Sergeant Ryker
(1968, 85m)
Blu-ray
Prebook Date: 12/13/2022
Street Date: 1/10/2023

Director: Buzz Kulik
Cast: Lee Marvin, Vera Miles, Bradford Dillman, Peter Graves, Lloyd Nolan

In the wake of a failed raid during the Korean War, Sgt. Paul Ryker (screen great Lee Marvin, Prime Cut) is charged with aiding the enemy. Ryker’s defense rests on the notion that he was ordered to carry out a secret offensive against the North Koreans. But because the mission was so closely guarded, nobody can vouch for him. Capt. David Young (Bradford Dillman, Compulsion) is the Army’s prosecutor, but his impartiality comes under scrutiny when it’s revealed that he has been wooing Ryker’s wife, Ann (Vera Miles, 23 Paces to Baker Street). In the end, the case is decided by the strange testimony of a lone soldier. Is Ryker innocent, or should he hang? This stirring courtroom drama from director Buzz Kulik (Warning Shot, Shamus, The Hunter) also stars Peter Graves (Stalag 17), Lloyd Nolan (Portrait in Black), Murray Hamilton (Jaws) and Norman Fell (Bullitt).

Bonus Features:

Brand New HD Master – From a 4K Scan of the 35mm Original Camera Negative | Audio Commentary by Director Joseph Zito, Moderated by Filmmaker Michael Felsher | Interview with Screenwriter James Bruner | Theatrical Trailer (Newly Mastered in 2K) | Optional English Subtitles

Missing in Action
(1984, 101m)
Blu-ray
Prebook Date: 12/13/2022
Street Date: 1/10/2023

Director: Joseph Zito
Cast: Chuck Norris, M. Emmet Walsh, Lenore Kasdor, James Hong, David Tress, Pierrino Mascarino

American servicemen are still being held captive in Vietnam—and it’s up to one man to bring them home in this blistering, fast-paced action/adventure starring martial arts superstar Chuck Norris (A Force of One). Following a daring escape from a Vietnamese POW camp, Special Forces Colonel James Braddock (Norris) is on a mission to locate and save remaining MIAs. Aided by a beautiful State Department official (Lenore Kasdorf, L.A. Bounty) and a former Army buddy (M. Emmet Walsh, Blood Simple), Braddock amasses top-secret information and state-of-the-art weaponry. Now this one-man army is prepared to blast his way into Vietnam…but will he be able to blast his way back out? Directed by Joseph Zito (Invasion U.S.A.) and featuring James Hong (The Perfect Weapon) and David Tress (Stone Cold).

Bonus Features:

Brand New HD Master – From a 4K Scan of the 35mm Original Camera Negative | NEW Audio Commentary by Director Lance Hool, Moderated by Historian/Filmmaker Daniel Kremer | Theatrical Trailer | Optional English Subtitles

Missing in Action 2: The Beginning
(1985, 95m)
Blu-ray
Prebook Date: 12/20/2022
Street Date: 1/17/2023

Director: Lance Hool
Cast: Chuck Norris, Soon-Tek Oh, Professor Toru Tanaka, Steven Williams, John Wesley, Bennett Ohta, Christopher Cary

Roundhouse-kick king Chuck Norris (The Octagon) returns as Colonel James Braddock in this intense, action-packed prequel to the original runaway hit. Captured during a daring mid-air rescue operation, Braddock and his men are imprisoned by the insane Colonel Yin (Soon-Tek Oh, Good Guys Wear Black), who stops at nothing to break their spirits. Held captive in a godforsaken jungle, death seems the only escape. But like a cunning tiger waiting for the right time to pounce on his prey, Braddock seizes the opportunity to spring into action…and becomes a one-man fighting machine dead-set on freeing his men at any cost. Directed by Lance Hool (Steel Dawn) and featuring Steven Williams (Jason Goes to Hell: The Final Friday) and Professor Toru Tanaka (Catch the Heat).

Bonus Features:

Brand New HD Master – From a 2K Scan of the 35mm Interpositive | NEW Audio Commentary by Action Film Historians Mike Leeder and Arne Venema | Theatrical Trailer | Optional English Subtitles

Braddock: Missing in Action 3
(1988, 103m)
Blu-ray
Prebook Date: 12/20/2022
Street Date: 1/17/2023

Director: Aaron Norris
Cast: Chuck Norris, Keith David, Aki Aleong, Yahuda Efron, Floyd Levine, Miki Kim, Roland Harrah III

When Colonel James Braddock (lightning-fisted legend Chuck Norris, Code of Silence) is told that his wife and 12-year-old son are still alive in Communist Vietnam, he mounts a one-man assault to free them. Armed with the latest high-tech firepower, Braddock fights his way into the heart of the country and ends up battling his way out with several dozen abused children in tow. Struggling to protect the kids while outmaneuvering the sadistic Vietnamese officer General Quoc (Aki Aleong, V: The Series), Braddock ignites the jungles in a blazing race for freedom. This is the final chapter in the slam-bang Missing in Action trilogy, featuring Keith David (They Live) and directed by Chuck’s stunt coordinator and brother, Aaron Norris (Delta Force 2: The Colombian Connection).

Bonus Features:

Newly Remastered in 4K and 2K | Audio Commentary for MISSING IN ACTION by Director Joseph Zito, Moderated by Filmmaker Michael Felsher | Interview with MISSING IN ACTION Screenwriter James Bruner| NEW Audio Commentary for MISSING ACTION 2 by Director Lance Hool, Moderated by Historian/Filmmaker Daniel Kremer | NEW Audio Commentary for BRADDOCK: MISSING IN ACTION III by Action Film Historians Mike Leeder and Arne Venema | Theatrical Trailers for all Three MISSING IN ACTION Films | Optional English Subtitles

Missing in Action Trilogy
(1984-88, 300m)
Blu-ray
Prebook Date: 12/20/2022
Street Date: 1/17/2023

Director: Joseph Zito, Lance Hool, Aaron Norris
Cast: Chuck Norris, M. Emmet Walsh, Keith David, Soon-Tek Oh, James Hong

This collection features the three action-packed Missing in Action classics starring screen legend Chuck Norris (A Force of One, Code of Silence).

Missing in Action (1984) – American servicemen are still being held captive in Vietnam—and it’s up to one man to bring them home in this blistering, fast-paced action/adventure. Following a daring escape from a Vietnamese POW camp, Special Forces Colonel James Braddock (Norris) is on a mission to locate and save remaining MIAs. Aided by a beautiful State Department official (Lenore Kasdorf, L.A. Bounty) and a former Army buddy (M. Emmet Walsh, Blood Simple), Braddock amasses top-secret information and state-of-the-art weaponry. Now this one-man army is prepared to blast his way into Vietnam…but will he be able to blast his way back out? Directed by Joseph Zito (Invasion U.S.A.) and featuring James Hong (The Perfect Weapon) and David Tress (Stone Cold).

Missing in Action 2: The Beginning (1985) – Chuck Norris returns as Colonel James Braddock in this intense, action-packed prequel to the original runaway hit. Captured during a daring mid-air rescue operation, Braddock and his men are imprisoned by the insane Colonel Yin (Soon-Tek Oh, Good Guys Wear Black), who stops at nothing to break their spirits. Held captive in a godforsaken jungle, death seems the only escape. But like a cunning tiger waiting for the right time to pounce on his prey, Braddock seizes the opportunity to spring into action…and becomes a one-man fighting machine dead-set on freeing his men at any cost. Directed by Lance Hool (Steel Dawn) and featuring Steven Williams (Jason Goes to Hell: The Final Friday) and Professor Toru Tanaka (Catch the Heat).

Braddock: Missing in Action III (1988) – When Colonel James Braddock (Norris) is told that his wife and 12-year-old son are still alive in Communist Vietnam, he mounts a one-man assault to free them. Armed with the latest high-tech firepower, Braddock fights his way into the heart of the country and ends up battling his way out with several dozen abused children in tow. Struggling to protect the kids while outmaneuvering the sadistic Vietnamese officer General Quoc (Aki Aleong, V: The Series), Braddock ignites the jungles in a blazing race for freedom. This is the final chapter in the slam-bang Missing in Action trilogy, featuring Keith David (They Live) and directed by Chuck’s stunt coordinator and brother, Aaron Norris (Delta Force 2: The Colombian Connection).

Bonus Features:

Newly Remastered in 4K and 2K | Audio Commentary for MISSING IN ACTION by Director Joseph Zito, Moderated by Filmmaker Michael Felsher | Interview with MISSING IN ACTION Screenwriter James Bruner| NEW Audio Commentary for MISSING ACTION 2 by Director Lance Hool, Moderated by Historian/Filmmaker Daniel Kremer | NEW Audio Commentary for BRADDOCK: MISSING IN ACTION III by Action Film Historians Mike Leeder and Arne Venema | Theatrical Trailers for all Three MISSING IN ACTION Films | Optional English Subtitles

Ghost Warrior
(1985, 81m)
Blu-ray
Prebook Date: 12/20/2022
Street Date: 1/17/2023

Director: J. Larry Carroll
Cast: Hiroshi Fujioka, Janet Julian, John Calvin, Charles Lampkin, Bill Morey, Frank Schuller

In the time-warp tradition of Iceman comes Ghost Warrior, an inventive fantasy-adventure from cult-movie king Charles Band (Parasite). Suddenly awake after 400 years of frozen sleep, a valiant samurai warrior struggles to survive the harsh challenges of modern-day Los Angeles. This action-packed tale is the thrilling saga of Yoshi (Hiroshi Fujioka, High Seas Hijack, In the Line of Duty III), a master of Japan’s 16th-century fighting arts who is accidentally frozen in time and miraculously revived in the 1980s. On the run from the institute that ended his sleep of centuries, Yoshi must pit his ancient skills and power against the forces of a violent and confusing world. He has vanquished enemies from a distant time—but can he prevail on the streets of the future? Also known as Swordkill, Ghost Warrior co-stars the wonderful Janet Julian (King of New York).

Bonus Features:

DIE BY THE SWORD: NEW Interview with Special Makeup Effects Artist Robert Short | Audio Commentary by Action Film Historians Brandon Bentley and Mike Leeder | Theatrical Trailer | Optional English Subtitles

No Mercy
(1986, 106m)
Blu-ray
Prebook Date: 12/20/2022
Street Date: 1/17/2023

Director: Richard Pearce
Cast: Richard Gere, Kim Basinger, Jeroen Krabbé George Dzundz, William Atherton, Ray Sharkey, Bruce McGill, Terry Kinney, Gary Basaraba, Marita Geraghty

Screen greats Richard Gere (Internal Affairs) and Kim Basinger (L.A. Confidential) sizzle in a searing action thriller of passion and murder, No Mercy. Gere stars as Eddie Jillette, a tough, uncompromising cop whose vow to avenge his partner’s death draws him into a torrid affair with the only witness, the murderer’s girlfriend. Basinger is the sultry Cajun beauty Michel, caught in the war between Gere and vicious crimelord Losado (Jeroen Krabbé, The Fugitive), the man who possesses her. Jillette’s vendetta takes him from the streets of Chicago to the violent underworld of New Orleans, where he abducts Michel to flush out Losado. He escapes into the treacherous bayou with his unwilling captive, but as their pursuers close in and the danger mounts, so does their lust for each other. Out of time and out of luck, Jillette confronts Losado in an explosive climax where there is…No Mercy. Directed by Richard Pearce (Heartland, Country), written by James Carabatsos (Heartbreak Ridge, Hamburger Hill) and co-starring George Dzundza (Basic Instinct), William Atherton (Die Hard), Terry Kinney (The Firm), Bruce McGill (Law Abiding Citizen) and Ray Sharkey (Wise Guys). 

Bonus Features:

FIRE WITH FIRE: NEW Interview with Actor Jeroen Krabbé | Theatrical Trailer | Optional English Subtitles

Programmed to Kill
(1986, 106m)
Blu-ray & DVD
Prebook Date: 12/20/2022
Street Date: 1/17/2023

Director: Allan Holzman
Cast: Sandahl Bergman, Robert Ginty, James Booth, Paul Walker

Action greats Robert Ginty (The Exterminator, Exterminator 2) and Sandahl Bergman (Conan the Barbarian, She) square off for deadly combat in this high-tech tale of a lethally beautiful killer android on a rampage of inhuman revenge! Captured in a daring raid by ex-CIA agent Eric Mathews (Ginty), the merciless terrorist hit-woman Samira (Bergman) is brought to the U.S., where she undergoes experimental brain surgery. Transformed into an unstoppable bionic warrior, she returns to the Middle East, where she obediently wipes out all of her former comrades. But when a malfunction reactivates Samira’s human memories, she launches into a frenzy of cold-blooded vengeance. As she methodically terminates her CIA adversaries, only Mathews can halt her murderous onslaught! Directed by Allan Holzman (Forbidden World), Programmed to Kill (a.k.a. The Retaliator) is a gripping, futuristic action thriller that also stars James Booth (Avenging Force) and a young Paul Walker (Fast & Furious).

Bonus Features:

Brand New HD Master – From a 2K Scan of the 35mm Interpositive | NEW Audio Commentary by Director Allan Holzman, Moderated by Filmmaker Douglas Hosdale | NEW Interview with Screenwriter Robert Short | Alternate Opening Title Credit | Theatrical Trailer (Newly Mastered in 2K) | Optional English Subtitles

Death Wish
(1974, 93m)
4K UHD + Blu-ray
Prebook Date: 12/27/2022
Street Date: 1/24/2023

Director: Michael Winner
Cast: Charles Bronson, Hope Lange, Vincent Gardenia, Steven Keats, Stuart Margolin, William Redfield, Stephen Elliott, Kathleen Tolan

In this explosive story of revenge and urban violence, screen legend Charles Bronson (Mr. Majestyk, Breakheart Pass) plays Paul Kersey, a bleeding-heart liberal who has a change of opinion after his wife and daughter are brutally attacked by a gang of thugs in their apartment. His daughter is sexually assaulted and his wife is murdered. Bronson then turns vigilante as he stalks the mean streets of New York on the prowl for muggers, hoodlums and the like. Another classic collaboration between Bronson and director Michael Winner (Chato’s Land, The Mechanic, The Stone Killer), Death Wish is a violent, controversial film that is frank and original in its treatment of urban crime and the average citizen’s helplessness in dealing with it. Jazz great Herbie Hancock (Colors) wrote the musical score. Vincent Gardenia (Death Wish II), Steven Keats (The Friends of Eddie Coyle), Stuart Margolin (TV’s The Rockford Files), Stephen Elliott (Beverly Hills Cop) and Hope Lange (Blue Velvet) co-star. And watch for Jeff Goldblum (The Fly) in his film debut as one of the thugs.

Bonus Features:

DISC 1 (4KUHD): Brand New 2022 HDR/Dolby Vision Master – From a 4K Scan of the 35mm Original Camera Negative | NEW Audio Commentary by Film Historian Paul Talbot, the Author of the BRONSON'S LOOSE! Books | 5.1 Surround and Lossless 2.0 Audio | Triple-Layered UHD100 Disc | Optional English Subtitles / DISC 2 (BLU-RAY): Brand New 2022 HD Master – From a 4K Scan of the 35mm Original Camera Negative | NEW Audio Commentary by Film Historian Paul Talbot, the Author of the BRONSON'S LOOSE! Books | Interview with Actor John Herzfeld | US and UK Radio Spots | TV Spot | Theatrical Trailer (Remastered in 2K) | 5.1 Surround and Lossless 2.0 Audio | Dual-Layered BD50 Disc | Optional English Subtitles

The Lady from Shanghai
(1948, 88m)
Blu-ray
Prebook Date: 1/3/2023
Street Date: 1/31/2023

Director: Orson Welles
Cast: Rita Hayworth, Orson Welles, Everett Sloane, Ted de Corsia, Erskine Sanford, Glenn Anders, Gus Schilling

Baffling murders, fascinating plot twists and remarkable camera work all contribute to this spellbinding, time-honored film noir written, directed by and starring Orson Welles (Citizen Kane, Touch of Evil). Hired to work on a yacht belonging to the disabled husband of femme fatale Rita Hayworth (Gilda, Separate Tables), Welles plays an innocent man drawn into a dangerous web of intrigue and murder. The subject of great controversy and scandal upon its initial release, The Lady from Shanghai shocked 1948 audiences by presenting Hayworth with her flaming red hair cut short and dyed champagne blonde. Decades later, The Lady from Shanghai is considered vintage Welles, his famous hall of mirrors climax hailed as one of the greatest scenes in cinematic history.

Bonus Features:

NEW Audio Commentary by Film Historian Imogen Sara Smith | NEW Audio Commentary by Novelist and Critic Tim Lucas | Audio commentary by Filmmaker Peter Bogdanovich | A Conversation with Peter Bogdanovich: 2000 Interview (20:52) | Three Comments by Film Noir Historian Eddie Muller (20:14) | Theatrical Trailer | Optional English Subtitles

The Italian Job
(1969, 99m)
4K UHD + Blu-ray, Blu-ray
Prebook Date: 1/3/2023
Street Date: 1/31/2023

Director: Peter Collinson
Cast: Michael Caine, Noël Coward, Benny Hill, Raf Vallone, Rossano Brazzi, Margaret Blye, Tony Beckley, Irene Handl, John Le Mesurier, Michael Standing

Join the effortlessly cool Michael Caine (The Ipcress File, Gambit) for the ultimate British caper movie packed with fast cars, beautiful girls and swinging ’60s action. Forget about the straight and narrow. Clever con Charlie Croker (Caine) intends to go straight to the bank. Fresh from the slammer, he begins work on a heist that will either set him up for life—or send him up forever. Croker and his unruly lot of thieves take on the mob, the police and the gridlocked traffic of Turin to rob a heavily armed shipment of gold bullion in The Italian Job. Entertainment legend Noël Coward co-stars in this open-throttle corker as criminal mastermind Bridger. And Benny Hill, Raf Vallone, Tony Beckley, Rossano Brazzi and Maggie Blye add to the story’s fun and suspense as it zips from plan to robbery to escape to an ending that’s a cliffhanger in every sense of the word. Hold on tight for this crime-comedy classic written by Troy Kennedy Martin (Kelly’s Heroes), directed by Peter Collinson (The Earthling), lensed by Douglas Slocombe (Raiders of the Lost Ark) and scored by Quincy Jones (In the Heat of the Night).

Bonus Features:

New HD Master by Paramount Pictures – From a 4K Scan of the 35mm Original Camera Negative | Audio Commentary by Screenwriter Troy Kennedy Martin and Matthew Field, the Author of The Making of THE ITALIAN JOB | Audio Commentary by Producer Michael Deeley and Matthew Field, the Author of Michael Caine: You’re a Big Man | THE GREAT IDEA: 2002 Documentary | THE SELF PRESERVATION SOCIETY: 2002 Making-of Documentary | GETTA BLOOMIN’ MOVE ON: 2002 Documentary | MINI ADVENTURES: 2009 Featurette | The Deleted Scenes with Optional Audio Commentary by Matthew Field | Original Theatrical and Re-Release Trailers | 5.1 Surround & Lossless Restored 2.0 Mono Audio | Dual-Layered BD50 Disc | Optional English Subtitles

The Asphyx
(1972, 86m)
Blu-ray
Prebook Date: 1/3/2023
Street Date: 1/31/2023

Director: Peter Newbrook
Cast: Robert Powell, Robert Stephens, Jane Lapotaire, Alex Scott, Fiona Walker, Ralph Arliss, Tony Caunter

Blending elements of Gothic horror with the more contemporary ingredients of steampunk, The Asphyx has emerged from obscurity to become a cult favorite of the sci-fi/fantasy genre. Utilizing an experimental photographic device, a scientist (Robert Stephens, The Private Life of Sherlock Holmes) captures what appears to be the image of the Asphyx—the ancient Greek spirit of the dead. With the help of his adopted son (Robert Powell, The Italian Job), he conducts further experiments and conceives of a way to harness the Asphyx and thereby gain immortality. But, as every visionary scientist should know, defying the laws of the natural and spiritual world unleashes dreadful consequences. Sumptuously shot by director Peter Newbrook and cinematographer Freddie Young (Lawrence of Arabia), The Asphyx unfolds into one of the most unusual and haunting supernatural chillers of British cinema. This special edition also includes the extended 99-minute cut of film.

Bonus Features:

Includes the Standard UK Cut and Extended US Cut | NEW Audio Commentary by Novelist/Critic Kim Newman and Writer/Editor Stephen Jones | Theatrical Trailer | Optional English Subtitles