The Great Outdoors 4K UHD

The Great Outdoors 4K UHD is a two-disc release of the 1988 comedy starring John Candy and Dan Aykroyd. Its listed features include a 4K scan-based UHD master with HDR and Dolby Vision, plus a Blu-ray HD master and three audio commentaries on each disc.

At a glance

The description lists a UHD master with HDR and Dolby Vision, sourced from a 4K scan of the 35mm original camera negative.
The Blu-ray disc is described as an HD master from the same 4K scan.
Three audio commentaries are listed for both disc formats, along with optional English subtitles.

Price

$22.38Save 50%

Reference price: ~~$44.95~~

Price checked: Nov 12, 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

The listed UHD and Blu-ray presentations offer two disc formats in the set.
The three commentaries on each disc add filmmaker and film-history discussion beyond the feature.

Technical specifications

10 specifications

Disc and presentation
Media format	4K
Number of discs	1
Aspect ratio	1.85:1
Run time	1 hour and 30 minutes
MPAA rating	PG (Parental Guidance Suggested)

Film credits
Director	Howard Deutch
Actors	Annette Bening, Dan Aykroyd, John Candy, Stephanie Faracy
Studio	Kino Lorber
Release date	May 26, 2026

Dimensions and installation
Dimensions listed	6.97 x 5.31 x 0.55 inches; 3.36 ounces

What to know before buying

The description identifies two discs, one UHD and one Blu-ray, but the product-details field says one disc. Confirm the selected listing's contents before ordering. The listing describes HDR and Dolby Vision for the UHD master, but does not specify the Blu-ray's HDR format.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Fans of John Candy, Dan Aykroyd, and 1980s comedy who want the film on UHD and Blu-ray.
Collectors interested in multiple commentaries and a scan-based restoration.

Less suited to

Buyers who need a confirmed two-disc count before purchase without checking the listing, since its disc-count fields conflict.

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Customer reviews on Amazon

4.8 / 5 · 15,153 ratings

5 stars87%87%
4 stars9%9%
3 stars3%3%
2 stars0%0%
1 star1%1%

Customer feedback describes the film as a nostalgic 1980s comedy, with praise for its humor, cast, John Candy, and repeat viewing. Customers also report better picture quality than earlier DVD versions. That feedback concerns the movie and previous editions, not independent verification of this release's claimed 4K-scan presentation. The aggregate rating is strongly positive, though ratings alone do not establish the quality of this specific transfer.

Positive themes

Customers praise the humor, cast, John Candy, and nostalgic appeal.
Customers report enjoying repeat viewings and describe the film as a family favorite.
Some customer feedback praises picture quality compared with previous DVD versions.

Frequently asked questions

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

The product description lists a UHD disc and a Blu-ray disc, but the product-details field says one disc. Check the selected listing to confirm the package.

What bonus features are listed?

The description lists three audio commentaries on each disc and optional English subtitles.

Does the UHD presentation include Dolby Vision?

The description claims HDR and Dolby Vision for the UHD master, sourced from a 4K scan. It does not specify the Blu-ray's HDR format.