The Abyss by James Cameron (1989 & 1993 Version) [4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray]

A team of deep sea drillers are commandeered by the US Navy and ordered to investigate a signal coming from an abyss at the bottom of the ocean.A wonderful film with groundbreaking special effects and a plausible romance subplot. Both Ed Harris and Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio are underrated actors and their relationship is believable and heartbreaking.Due to a clash of heads between James Cameron and the BBFC regarding censorship, 'The Abyss' is unavailable on 4K in the UK.

I have been waiting for this to come out on Blu Ray for what seems like forever. So when I saw that not only was it available on Blu Ray but also included the extended version(Which is the definitive version IMO), I purchased immediately. Item arrived in perfect condition. Brand new still wrapped. If you are a fan of The Abyss, even if you already own it on DVD this is a must have. Blu Ray and 4K, theatrical and extended version, and a lot of great special features. Very happy. No complaints.

I've enjoyed this movie ever since it came out. I had a VHS copy, but was holding out for a high-definition release on Blu-Ray. Many years later, when I saw that it was coming on 4K, I knew I had to get it. I wasn't disappointed.The story revolves around a nuclear sub going down near one of the deepest trenches in the ocean. The Navy enlists the use of an experimental deep-sea oil drilling rig and crew to engage in a rescue/salvage operation. To complicate matters, a hurricane on the surface causes damage to the rig, isolation for the crew and the appearance of a mysterious alien presence from within the trench.The movie is a fantastic adventure with great Oscar-Winning effects and a really gripping story. While all accounts describe the filming process as extremely harrowing and difficult, the end product is really something to see. We also have great performances by Ed Harris and Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio despite the challenges they had to face while filming the movie. I can watch this movie multiple times and with this new 4K remaster, it's even more enjoyable.There will probably be disagreements on the 4K remaster, but personally, I think they did a fantastic job. I've seen a review or two on-line saying that the DNR and smoothing makes the movie look too artificial. In my opinion, it looks extremely realistic. Everything is sharp and clear, and you feel like you're looking through a window into real events instead of watching a film. To me, that's what High Definition is supposed to be. Some film buffs like "grain" in their movies, but to each their own, I suppose.The package is nice. It contains 3 discs. First disc is the 4K copy with both Theatrical and Special Edition versions of the film. The second disc is Blu-Ray which again has both versions of the film. I'm very happy that you can see both versions of the film in both formats. Frequently on these 4K releases, that is not the case. Third disc is Blu-Ray with special features including new interviews and footage with director James Cameron as well as archived features from an earlier DVD release.I can't recommend this package enough. I know that there is already talk about how Cameron's other recent 4K releases are not as good. This one, however, is very much worth it. You won't be disappointed.

A movie from my childhood that I needed to rewatch. Always a masterpiece. The behind the scenes of this movie leave me absolutely speechless. Make sure the find the behind the scenes for it. I do believe its on Youtube.

this an older movie with hope and lots of enjoyable people.

Great classic movie about what might be beneath the ocean. Hum great movie

This movie blew me away 30 years ago, and still does to this day - even more so with this brand new 4K UHD release. Completely remastered picture and sound for a stellar home theater experience. Rightly includes both the theatrical and special edition of the film. If you've never experienced the special edition, this would be a great release to experience it with. It's definitely a superior, albeit longer version of the film, and really what was originally intended to be released (I believe).Also includes great bonus features and digital copy of the movie, so there's nothing to be lacking on this release here.

One of the best, if not the best, underwater science fiction films. I remember the first time I saw the Abyss as an amazing big screen experience in 1989. It is even better in 4K UHD Blu-ray with bigger sound and brighter colors. The visual special effects of aliens living deep in the ocean are out of this world (pun intended). This James Cameron movie is of the same high caliber as his blockbuster that would appear on the big screen twenty years later. Watching one of the bonus features - Under Pressure: Making The Abyss gave me a greater appreciation for what it took to make this film.