1 / 4Eclipse Series 5: The First Films of Samuel Fuller — Criterion Blu-ray
Eclipse Series 5: The First Films of Samuel Fuller is a Criterion Blu-ray collection of three early films directed by Fuller: I Shot Jesse James, The Baron of Arizona, and The Steel Helmet. It brings together a western, a swindler story, and a Korean War drama, with an essay by film critic Nick Pinkerton listed as included.
At a glance
- Includes three early Samuel Fuller films spanning western, crime, and war-drama territory.
- The Steel Helmet is described as Fuller’s Korean War film, with themes of moral and racial identity.
- The listing says the set includes an essay by film critic Nick Pinkerton.
Reference price: $41.99
Price checked: Nov 14, 2026
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Pros and cons
Pros
- Combines three distinct films from Fuller’s early directing career in one Blu-ray collection.
- The films cover varied genres, from the Robert Ford story to a swindler tale and a Korean War drama.
- The supplied description identifies an accompanying Nick Pinkerton essay.
Technical specifications
9 specifications| Media format | Blu-ray |
|---|---|
| Director | Samuel Fuller |
| Films | I Shot Jesse James (1949), The Baron of Arizona (1950), The Steel Helmet (1951) |
| Total run time | 4 hours and 22 minutes |
| MPAA rating | NR (Not Rated) |
| Studio | The Criterion Collection |
| Dimensions listed | 1 x 1 x 1 inches; 4.64 ounces |
|---|
| Release date | October 13, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Actor listed | Vincent Price |
What to know before buying
- The listing gives a total run time but does not specify individual film runtimes or technical disc details such as resolution, audio options, subtitles, or special features beyond the essay.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Samuel Fuller viewers looking for three of his early films in one collection.
- Classic-film collectors interested in westerns, crime stories, and Korean War dramas.
- Viewers interested in Criterion releases accompanied by film criticism.
Less suited to
- Buyers seeking a release with confirmed resolution, audio, subtitle, or restoration details, which are not provided here.
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Frequently asked questions
Which films are included?
The set lists I Shot Jesse James (1949), The Baron of Arizona (1950), and The Steel Helmet (1951).
Who directed the films?
The listed director is Samuel Fuller.
Is an essay included?
The product description says the collection includes an essay by film critic Nick Pinkerton.
What is the total run time?
The listed total run time is 4 hours and 22 minutes.
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