Overview: When all but one child from the same class mysteriously vanish on the same night at exactly the same time, a community is left questioning who or what is behind their disappearance.

Bring the Scariest Horror Movie of the Year home as the New Line film from Writer/Director/Producer Zach Cregger becomes available digitally for the first time on September 9th and is released on 4K Ultra HD and Blu-ray October 14th, 2025.

4K UHD Blu-ray Verdict: Warner Bros. Entertainment is expanding their 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray catalog offerings this month with the release of the brilliantly suspenseful Weapons (4K Ultra HD + Digital) in the expansive 4K Ultra HD video format this October 14th, 2025.

For my money, this Weapons (4K Ultra HD + Digital) sharpness takes a fairly large step forward from others in their 4K Ultra HD catalog and even comes with HDR (High Dynamic Range) for the complete 4K Ultra HD experience, of course.

So, what we have is Weapons presented to us as a one-disc with a sheet for a Digital HD Copy. Other stand out points you should know are: Codec: HEVC / H.265, Resolution: Native 4K (2160p), HDR: Dolby Vision, HDR10, Aspect ratio: 2.39:1 and Original aspect ratio: 2.39:1.

Featuring Dolby Vision and HDR10 for brighter, deeper, and way more lifelike colors, as with most all 4K UHDs, everything that we watch features these qualities - but somehow, this film gloriously shines within them all.

Noticeably crisp with the overall clarity receiving an obvious boost here on this release, what is more is that it is enjoyably noticeable. For as well as some new nuances to the somewhat drab palette courtesy of Dolby Vision, we also get to witness sudden bright pops of color, which makes the eyes draw in, for sure.

One of those moments - and not to give too much away here - is the “Oh f**k, Willow” scene which is immediately followed by one of the scariest scenes of the year is when I knew I was watching a masterpiece!

Another, for me, is where Josh Brolin is sitting up in his son’s bed and screaming “WHAT THE F**K” is yet another of the best movie moments of the year!

As for the audio, well we get the choice of: English: Dolby Atmos, English: Dolby TrueHD 7.1 (48kHz, 24-bit), French: Dolby Digital 5.1, Spanish: Dolby Digital 5.1, English: Dolby TrueHD 5.1 and Audio descriptive.

Overall, this is a very strong 4K HDR Blu-ray presentation, and, for the most part, the audio track remains fairly similar to its DTS-HD counterpart; with much of the action occupying the surrounds with outstanding directionality and placement where effects flawlessly pan between the sides and rears.

As for the film itself, well, Weapons is a truly terrific and groundbreaking film that stands out with its unique direction and a sense of meticulous planning and execution. It’s the kind of movie that feels fresh and unlike anything you’ve seen before, which is a significant achievement in itself.

The film’s strength lies in its innovative approach to the genre, with a directorial style that feels distinct and intentional. The planning and execution of its key moments are handled with a precision that speaks to a clear and confident vision. This is what makes Weapons so good and memorable for its core strengths.

However, the film is not without its flaws, which prevent it from achieving absolute perfection. The pacing, at times, can be quite slow, with some scenes feeling unnecessary and acting as fillers that detract from the overall narrative momentum. This unevenness can be tiring and makes it a challenge for the viewer to stay consistently engaged.

A particular point of weakness is the film’s antagonist. While the central conflict is well-executed, the villain lacks a clear purpose or compelling motivation, making their role feel less impactful than it should. This absence of a strong, purposeful antagonist diminishes some of the film’s dramatic weight.

Despite these issues with pacing and the villain, Weapons is a highly ambitious and well-made film. Its originality and confident direction make it a worthwhile watch and an impressive cinematic effort.

In closing, if you think you know what this film is all about and where it will end, well, that assumption couldn’t be more wrong! It’s absolutely hilarious. It’s disgusting. It’s bizarre. It’s stupid in the way The Substance and It Follows is stupid, and yet the execution is just as flawless.

Overall, I’m blown away and I will think about this film for weeks. I also can’t say enough praises for Amy Madigan; she was such a phenomenal character in Criminal Minds over a decade ago and it took me a long while to even recognize her in this role. Fantastic work all around. I just have to go pick up my jaw now!

Weapons Digital, 4K UHD™, and Blu-ray™ contain the following special features:
Director Zach Cregger: Making Horror Personal (featurette) - Zach Cregger unravels the intricate origins of Weapons. In this insightful exclusive, he details the initial sparks of inspiration that ignited the project, revealing how elements of his own life experiences found their way into the film’s core.
Weaponized: The Cast of Weapons (featurette) - An ensemble piece showcasing the stark personalities and combative dynamic between the different characters, as well as the motivations that lead them down the path of mystery, conflict, and death.
Weapons: Texture of Terror (featurette) - Maybrook, a seemingly perfect town, harbors a darkness that runs deeper than its charming façade. Tom Hammock, along with key cast and crew, delves into the intricacies of designing the terror that grips this unsuspecting community.