The Cat and the Canary – 4K UHD + Blu-ray

The Cat and the Canary is a 1927 silent horror mystery directed by Paul Leni, presented here on 4K UHD and Blu-ray. The listing describes a 4K restoration, two new audio commentaries and a Neil Brand score, with additional material on Blu-ray.

At a glance

The listing describes a restoration from original nitrate prints and separate UHD/SDR and HD masters.
Both discs are listed with two new audio commentaries and a Neil Brand score.
The Blu-ray feature list adds a 1925 Paul Leni short and a trailer for the 1939 film.

Price

$17.76Save 11%

Reference price: ~~$19.99~~

Price checked: Nov 12, 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

The dual-format title offers a UHD presentation alongside a Blu-ray disc with additional listed material.
Two commentaries and a Neil Brand score provide substantial accompanying audio material for viewers interested in film context.

Technical specifications

21 specifications

Disc and film details
Formats listed in title	4K UHD + Blu-ray
Media format	4K
Aspect ratio	1.37:1
Runtime	1 hour and 19 minutes
MPAA rating	NR (Not Rated)
Director	Paul Leni
Actor listed	Laura La Plante
Studio	Kino Lorber
Release date	October 28, 2025
Number of discs in product details	1

Listed special features
4K UHD disc	Brand New UHD/SDR Master by Photoplay - A 4K Restoration from Original Nitrate Prints
4K UHD disc audio	Music Score by Neil Brand (5.1 Surround and Lossless 2.0 Audio)
4K UHD disc	New Audio Commentary by Film Historian David Del Valle and Silent Film Expert Randy Haberkamp
4K UHD disc	New Audio Commentary by Film Historian Anthony Slide
4K UHD disc construction	Triple-Layered UHD100 Disc
Blu-ray disc	Brand New HD Master by Photoplay - A 4K Restoration from Original Nitrate Prints
Blu-ray disc	Rebus-Film No. 1: 1925 Short Film by Paul Leni (SD)
Blu-ray disc	The Cat and the Canary (1939) Trailer
Blu-ray disc construction	Dual-Layered BD50 Disc

Dimensions and installation
Dimensions listed	6.68 x 5.46 x 0.55 inches; 3.52 ounces

Identification
Item model number	0738329271732

What to know before buying

Listing details to confirm

The title names both 4K UHD and Blu-ray, and the feature list describes content for both, but product details state one disc. Disc count is therefore inconsistent in the listing. Confirm the selected edition and included discs before buying.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Collectors of silent-era horror and Paul Leni films.
Viewers who want audio commentaries and a scored silent-film presentation.
Buyers seeking both UHD and Blu-ray formats, after confirming the listed disc-count discrepancy.

Less suited to

Buyers who require a confirmed disc count without checking the listing.
Viewers looking specifically for a rated film, as the listing identifies it as not rated.

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Customer reviews on Amazon

4.8 / 5 · 10 ratings

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Aggregate ratings are favorable, but the sample is small and contains no supplied written feedback. The ratings alone do not establish which features buyers liked or identify any specific concern, so they offer limited guidance on the film or disc presentation.

Frequently asked questions

Does this edition include both 4K UHD and Blu-ray?

The title and feature descriptions identify both formats, but product details list one disc. Confirm the contents of the selected edition before ordering.

What extras are listed?

The listing names two new commentaries and a Neil Brand score for both formats. Blu-ray extras include a 1925 Paul Leni short and a trailer for the 1939 film.

Is the film rated?

The product details say NR (Not Rated).