Prime Cut (4K UHD)

Prime Cut is a 4K edition of Michael Ritchie’s action, crime, and thriller film starring Lee Marvin and Gene Hackman. Its two-disc listing includes a new HDR/Dolby Vision master and two new audio commentaries, making it aimed at film collectors as well as viewers seeking the movie.

At a glance

The listing describes the story as a Kansas City confrontation between an underworld enforcer and a mobster who refuses to pay.
Special features listed include an HDR/Dolby Vision master from a 4K scan of the original 35mm camera negative, two new audio commentaries, a theatrical trailer, and optional English subtitles.
The two listed commentaries are by Lee Marvin biographer Dwayne Epstein and film historians Steve Mitchell and Nathaniel Thompson.

Price

$17.86Save 11%

Reference price: ~~$19.99~~

Price checked: Nov 12, 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

The two-disc 4K presentation is listed with an HDR/Dolby Vision master and optional English subtitles.
Two new commentaries and a theatrical trailer add film-focused extras.
The cast includes Lee Marvin, Gene Hackman, and Sissy Spacek.

Cons

The R rating and described violence make it a poor fit for viewers seeking family-friendly or low-violence entertainment.
The listed runtime is 1 hour and 27 minutes, so it is a relatively brief feature.

Technical specifications

13 specifications

Film and edition
Format	4K
Number of discs	2
Genre	Action & Adventure, Crime, Thriller
Director	Michael Ritchie
Studio	KL Studio Classics
Release date	August 20, 2024

Cast and presentation
Contributors	Angel Tompkins, Gene Hackman, Lee Marvin, Michael Ritchie, Sissy Spacek
Actors	Angel Tompkins, Gene Hackman, Lee Marvin, Sissy Spacek
Aspect ratio	2.35:1
Language	English
MPAA rating	R (Restricted)

Runtime and dimensions
Runtime	1 hour and 27 minutes
Dimensions listed	0.53 x 7.03 x 6.14 inches; 1.28 ounces

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Collectors looking for a 4K edition with film commentaries and a trailer.
Viewers interested in crime and action films featuring Lee Marvin and Gene Hackman.

Less suited to

Viewers without a way to play 4K media.
Those who prefer nonviolent films or expect a plot that avoids familiar turns.

Prime Cut (4K UHD) · photo 2 — Additional product photo 2

Customer reviews on Amazon

4.4 / 5 · 622 ratings

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4 stars22%22%
3 stars10%10%
2 stars2%2%
1 star1%1%

Customer feedback highlights the performances, action, and classic-film appeal, with some also appreciating the humor and appearance. The plot receives mixed reactions, including a report that it felt predictable. These comments may help viewers weigh the film’s style and story, but they do not establish how the 4K transfer or special features perform.

Positive themes

Customers praise the performances, particularly those of Lee Marvin and Gene Hackman.
Feedback appreciates the action and the film’s classic status, with some noting its dark humor.

Mixed feedback

Customer feedback on the plot is mixed, including a reaction that it felt predictable.

Frequently asked questions

What extras are listed for Prime Cut?

The listing names a new HDR/Dolby Vision master from a 4K scan of the original 35mm camera negative, two new audio commentaries, a theatrical trailer, and optional English subtitles.

How many discs and how long is the film?

The listing specifies 2 discs and a runtime of 1 hour and 27 minutes.

Who stars in Prime Cut?

The listed actors are Angel Tompkins, Gene Hackman, Lee Marvin, and Sissy Spacek. Michael Ritchie is listed as director.