Fast Times at Ridgemont High: The Criterion Collection Blu-ray

Fast Times at Ridgemont High from The Criterion Collection is a Blu-ray edition of Amy Heckerling’s comedy, with a restored 4K digital transfer and a range of archival and new supplements. The disc also includes the film’s 1980s television version, commentary, interviews, and an essay.

At a glance

Restored 4K digital transfer supervised by director Amy Heckerling, presented on Blu-ray.
Includes an audio commentary with Heckerling and screenwriter Cameron Crowe, plus a new conversation between them.
Extras include the 1980s television version with deleted and alternate scenes, a 1999 documentary, and an audio discussion from 1982.
Includes English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing, an essay by Dana Stevens, and a new introduction by Cameron Crowe.

Price

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Reference price: ~~$39.95~~

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Pros and cons

Pros

The many supplementary features offer context from the director, screenwriter, cast, and crew.
A separate television version with deleted and alternate scenes adds material beyond the theatrical presentation.
The one-disc Blu-ray combines the restored transfer with commentary and other extras.

Cons

This is a Blu-ray release, not a 4K Ultra HD disc, despite the stated 4K digital transfer source.

Technical specifications

12 specifications

Film and edition
Genre	COMEDY
Format	Blu-ray
Director	Amy Heckerling
Runtime	109 minutes
Aspect ratio	1.78:1
Rating	R (Restricted)
Release date	May 11, 2021
Studio	The Criterion Collection

Audio and subtitles
Language	English
Audio soundtrack	5.1 surround DTS-HD Master Audio

Disc and dimensions
Number of discs	1
Dimensions listed	6.69 x 5.31 x 0.47 inches; 3.53 ounces

What to know before buying

Customer feedback reports mixed opinions about whether the image looks sharper than earlier releases and whether the edition is worth its price. The listing describes a restored 4K transfer but does not specify the Blu-ray’s video resolution.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Criterion Collection buyers looking for a feature-rich Blu-ray edition of the film.
Viewers interested in director and screenwriter commentary, interviews, and alternate television-version material.
Collectors who prefer a single-disc comedy release with English subtitles.

Less suited to

Buyers specifically seeking a 4K Ultra HD disc rather than a Blu-ray.
Viewers who want only the film and do not value supplementary features.

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Customer reviews on Amazon

4.8 / 5 · 911 ratings

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Customer feedback is strongly favorable toward the film and its ensemble cast, while reports on video quality are mixed: some describe a sharper image and others say it does not improve on earlier versions. Audio feedback is positive, including a report of clear dialogue without raising the volume substantially. For buyers choosing this edition for its restored transfer, the differing picture impressions matter, and customers also disagree about its price worthiness.

Positive themes

Customers praise the ensemble cast and the film’s comedy.
Audio feedback is positive, with a report of dialogue being easy to hear without turning the volume up substantially.

Mixed feedback

Customers differ on whether the image is noticeably sharper than previous versions.
Feedback is divided on whether the edition is worth its price.

Frequently asked questions

Is this a 4K Ultra HD disc?

No. The listing identifies the format as Blu-ray. It says the Blu-ray uses a restored 4K digital transfer, which does not make the disc a 4K Ultra HD release.

What extras are listed?

The listing includes commentary with Amy Heckerling and Cameron Crowe, a new conversation between them, the 1980s television version with deleted and alternate scenes, a 1999 documentary, a 1982 audio discussion, an essay, and a new introduction.

Does it include English subtitles?

Yes. English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing are listed.

How long is the film?

The listed runtime is 109 minutes.