A History of Violence: The Criterion Collection 4K UHD + Blu-ray

A History of Violence from The Criterion Collection is presented as a 4K UHD and Blu-ray special edition of David Cronenberg’s film, starring Viggo Mortensen. The listing describes a director-approved 4K restoration and adds a Blu-ray with the film and special features, including an audio commentary and interviews.

At a glance

The listing describes a director-approved 4K restoration of the international cut, presented in Dolby Vision HDR on the UHD disc.
The described set pairs the UHD film disc with a Blu-ray containing the film and special features.
Extras include Cronenberg commentary, interviews, a making-of documentary, featurettes, a deleted scene, a trailer and an essay.

Price

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Reference price: ~~$49.95~~

Price checked: Nov 14, 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

The listed 4K and Blu-ray discs offer the film in UHD alongside a separate disc with special features.
A substantial set of film-related extras is specified, including director commentary and behind-the-scenes material.

Technical specifications

23 specifications

Film
Genre	Action, Noir, Drama
Lead actor	Viggo Mortensen
Language	English
Runtime	1 hour and 36 minutes
Aspect ratio	1.85:1
Rating	Unrated (Not Rated)
Release date	October 21, 2025

Format and edition
Media format	4K
Model number	CC3731UHDBD
Studio	The Criterion Collection

Restoration and extras
Restoration	New 4K digital restoration of the international cut, supervised by director of photography Peter Suschitzky and approved by director David Cronenberg
Soundtrack	5.1 surround DTS-HD Master Audio soundtrack
Disc contents	One 4K UHD disc of the film presented in Dolby Vision HDR and one Blu-ray with the film and special features
Special features	Audio commentary featuring Cronenberg
Special features	New interview with screenwriter Josh Olson, conducted by writer-producer Tom Bernardo
Special features	Excerpts of Cronenberg and actor Viggo Mortensen in conversation at the 2014 Toronto International Film Festival
Special features	Acts of Violence,a documentary on the making of the film, featuring behind-the-scenes footage
Special features	Three featurettes
Special features	Deleted scene with commentary by Cronenberg
Special features	Trailer
Subtitles	English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing
Printed material	An essay by critic Nathan Lee

Dimensions and installation
Dimensions listed	1 x 1 x 1 inches; 1.76 ounces

What to know before buying

Listing details to confirm

The listed dimensions and weight appear as one combined value, so it is unclear which measurements correspond to the package. The 4K restoration and Dolby Vision presentation are listing claims, not independent picture-quality verification.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Viewers seeking David Cronenberg’s film in a 4K UHD and Blu-ray edition with commentary and other special features.
Criterion Collection buyers interested in an edition with a director-approved restoration and an accompanying essay.

Less suited to

Buyers who need confirmed package dimensions or weight before ordering.

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Customer reviews on Amazon

4.8 / 5 · 134 ratings

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Customer feedback specifically praises the picture quality, describing the 4K image as clearer and superb. That reported impression is relevant to buyers choosing this edition for its UHD presentation, though customer comments do not independently verify the restoration or guarantee results on every display. Aggregate ratings are favorable overall, but do not establish which features drove those ratings.

Positive themes

Customer feedback praises the film’s picture quality and perceived clarity in 4K.

Frequently asked questions

What discs does this edition include?

The listing describes one 4K UHD disc with the film and one Blu-ray with the film and special features.

What special features are listed?

The listing names Cronenberg commentary, an interview with screenwriter Josh Olson, excerpts of a Cronenberg and Viggo Mortensen conversation, a making-of documentary, three featurettes, a deleted scene with commentary, a trailer and an essay.

Does the listing specify HDR and surround sound?

Yes. It describes the UHD presentation as Dolby Vision HDR and lists a 5.1 surround DTS-HD Master Audio soundtrack.