Do the Right Thing — The Criterion Collection Blu-ray

Do the Right Thing from The Criterion Collection is Spike Lee’s 1989 drama, presented as a two-disc Blu-ray special edition. Its listed extras include a 4K digital restoration and substantial archival and interview material, making this a feature-rich edition for viewers interested in both the film and its production.

At a glance

A two-disc Criterion edition of Spike Lee’s film, set over a single day in Brooklyn’s Bed-Stuy neighborhood.
The listed restoration was approved by cinematographer Ernest Dickerson.
Extras span commentary, interviews, archival programs, behind-the-scenes footage, deleted and extended scenes, and printed material.

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Pros and cons

Pros

The extensive extra material offers context on the film’s production and legacy, beyond a standard movie-only release.
English subtitles are listed alongside English-language audio.

Technical specifications

15 specifications

Film and edition
Genre	Drama
Format	Blu-ray
Number of discs	2
Director	Spike Lee
Studio	The Criterion Collection
Release date	July 23, 2019
MPAA rating	R (Restricted)

Audio and language
Language	English
Soundtrack listed	5.1 surround DTS-HD Master Audio soundtrack

Cast and production
Actors	Bill Nunn, Danny Aiello, Ossie Davis, Rosie Perez, Spike Lee
Contributors	Bill Nunn, Danny Aiello, John Turturro, Ossie Davis, Rosie Perez, Spike Lee

Edition features
Restoration	New 4K digital restoration, approved by cinematographer Ernest Dickerson
Commentary	Audio commentary from 1995 featuring director Spike Lee, Dickerson, production designer Wynn Thomas, and actor Joie Lee
Other listed material	Introductions by Lee; Making “Do the Right Thing,” a documentary from 1988 by St. Clair Bourne; new interviews with costume designer Ruth E. Carter, camera assistant Darnell Martin, New York City Council Member Robert Cornegy Jr., and writer Nelson George; interview with editor Barry Alexander Brown from 2000; programs from 2000 and 2009 featuring Lee and members of the cast and crew; music video for Public Enemy’s “Fight the Power,” directed by Lee, with remarks from rapper Chuck D; behind-the-scenes footage; Cannes Film Festival press conference from 1989; deleted and extended scenes; original storyboards, trailer, and TV spots; essay by critic Vinson Cunningham; excerpts from Lee’s production journal.

Dimensions and installation
Dimensions listed	0.7 x 7.5 x 5.4 inches; 8.32 ounces

What to know before buying

Listing details to confirm

The listing describes a 4K digital restoration, but identifies the physical release format as Blu-ray. This does not establish that the discs are 4K UHD. A separate product description also calls the set a two-Blu-ray special edition, while another feature list gives different dates and participants for the documentary and commentary. Confirm the selected edition’s exact feature set if those details matter.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Viewers seeking Spike Lee’s film on Blu-ray with extensive supplementary material.
Criterion Collection fans interested in commentary, interviews, archival footage, and production documents.

Less suited to

Buyers specifically looking for a confirmed 4K UHD disc rather than a Blu-ray edition.

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Customer reviews on Amazon

4.8 / 5 · 636 ratings

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Customer feedback describes the film as a classic and expresses appreciation for the special features. That aligns with this edition’s extensive listed extras, which may matter to viewers interested in more than the feature film. Aggregate ratings are strongly positive overall, though ratings alone do not explain individual experiences.

Positive themes

Customers describe the movie as a classic.
Customers appreciate the special features.

Frequently asked questions

Is this a 4K UHD disc?

The listed media format is Blu-ray. The listing mentions a 4K digital restoration, which describes the restoration and does not confirm a 4K UHD disc.

What special features are listed?

The descriptions include commentary, interviews, documentary and archival programs, behind-the-scenes footage, deleted and extended scenes, storyboards, a trailer, TV spots, an essay, and excerpts from Spike Lee’s journal. Some details differ between listing sections, so check the selected edition’s feature list.

How many discs are included?

The product details list two discs, and the description calls it a two-Blu-ray special edition.