On the Waterfront: The Criterion Collection DVD

On the Waterfront is a Criterion Collection DVD of Elia Kazan’s drama starring Marlon Brando as longshoreman Terry Malloy. The listing describes a black-and-white, widescreen presentation and identifies three discs, although its format details also mention multiple formats and a box set.

At a glance

A drama about longshoreman Terry Malloy facing a moral choice amid union corruption.
The listing names Marlon Brando, Eva Marie Saint, Lee J. Cobb, Rod Steiger and Karl Malden among the cast.
English audio and subtitles are listed. The audio specification says mono.

Price

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Pros and cons

Pros

Three discs are specified, making this a multi-disc edition rather than a single-disc listing.
The credited cast and Elia Kazan’s direction are clearly identified.

Technical specifications

13 specifications

Film and edition
Genre	Drama
Director	Elia Kazan
Actors	Eva Marie Saint, Karl Malden, Lee J. Cobb, Marlon Brando, Rod Steiger
Studio	Criterion Collection
Release date	February 19, 2013
MPAA rating	NR (Not Rated)

Disc and playback details
Media format	Black & White, Box set, Multiple Formats, NTSC, Surround Sound, Widescreen
Language	English (Mono)
Subtitles	English
Runtime	1 hour and 48 minutes
Number of discs	3

Dimensions and installation
Dimensions and weight listed	0.7 x 7.5 x 5.4 inches; 9.12 ounces

Identifiers
Item model number	CRRN2097DVD

What to know before buying

Listing details to confirm

The listing's format details are contradictory: the title identifies a DVD, while the format field also says “Multiple Formats” and “Box set.” It lists Surround Sound, but the language detail specifies English (Mono). Confirm the selected edition and audio presentation if these distinctions matter. Picture quality receives mixed customer feedback.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Viewers seeking the Criterion Collection DVD of Elia Kazan’s drama.
Collectors who want the listed three-disc edition and English subtitles.

Less suited to

Buyers specifically seeking a Blu-ray or 4K edition.
Viewers who require confirmed surround-sound audio, since the listing also specifies mono.

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Customer reviews on Amazon

4.7 / 5 · 2,738 ratings

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Customer feedback praises Brando’s performance, Saint’s role, and the engaging, thought-provoking story. Picture quality opinions are mixed, with some customers finding it impressive and others reporting deficiencies. That matters for buyers choosing a physical edition: the listing identifies this as a DVD, but does not resolve the conflicting audio-format details or those differing picture-quality perceptions.

Positive themes

Customers praise Marlon Brando’s performance and Eva Marie Saint’s role.
Feedback describes the drama as engaging and thought-provoking.

Mixed feedback

Customer opinions on picture quality differ.

Frequently asked questions

What format is this edition?

The title identifies it as a DVD. The format field also says “Multiple Formats” and “Box set,” so verify the selected edition if the exact packaging matters.

What audio and subtitle details are listed?

The listing specifies English (Mono) audio and English subtitles. It also mentions Surround Sound elsewhere, so the audio format is inconsistent in the product details.

How many discs are listed?

The product details list three discs.

What is the runtime?

The listed runtime is 1 hour and 48 minutes.