The Fisher King: Criterion Collection 4K UHD + Blu-ray

The Fisher King from The Criterion Collection is a director-approved 4K UHD and Blu-ray special edition of Terry Gilliam’s Manhattan-set modern fairy tale, starring Jeff Bridges and Robin Williams. Its two-disc format pairs the film in Dolby Vision HDR on 4K UHD with a Blu-ray containing the film and special features.

At a glance

Director-approved 4K digital restoration, with a 5.1 surround DTS-HD Master Audio soundtrack.
The 4K UHD disc presents the film in Dolby Vision HDR. A separate Blu-ray includes the film and special features.
Extras include Gilliam commentary, interviews with cast and crew, deleted scenes, costume tests, trailers and an essay by Bilge Ebiri.
The listing describes a story about a former radio shock jock and a homeless man whose quest for the Holy Grail brings them together.

Price

$24.98Save 50%

Reference price: ~~$49.95~~

Price checked: Nov 14, 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

Includes both 4K UHD and Blu-ray discs, giving buyers the feature film and a separate disc for special features.
A substantial selection of listed extras includes director commentary, interviews, deleted scenes and behind-the-scenes material.
English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing are listed.

Technical specifications

11 specifications

Disc and presentation
Format	4K
Number of discs	2
Genre	COMEDY
Language	English
Runtime	323 minutes
Aspect ratio	Unknown
MPAA rating	R (Restricted)

Release and edition
Release date	April 11, 2023
Studio	The Criterion Collection
Item model number	715515280310

Dimensions and installation
Dimensions listed	6.69 x 5.31 x 0.47 inches; 0.02 ounces

What to know before buying

The listing gives 323 minutes as the runtime, but does not clarify how that figure relates to the feature and special features. Aspect ratio is listed as unknown, so check the edition details if either specification matters to your setup.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Criterion Collection fans seeking The Fisher King in a 4K UHD and Blu-ray edition.
Viewers interested in Gilliam’s commentary, cast and crew interviews, and production-related extras.
Collectors who want a disc-based edition with English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing.

Less suited to

Buyers who need a confirmed aspect ratio before purchasing.
Anyone seeking a digital copy, which is not listed among the included contents.

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Customer reviews on Amazon

4.8 / 5 · 502 ratings

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Aggregate customer ratings are strongly positive overall, with most ratings in the highest star category and a smaller share of lower ratings. Those figures indicate favorable reception but do not reveal which aspects customers liked or what prompted lower scores, so they cannot establish picture, sound or packaging performance.

Frequently asked questions

What discs are included?

The listing describes one 4K UHD disc with the film and one Blu-ray containing the film and special features.

What video and audio presentation is listed?

The 4K UHD presentation is described as Dolby Vision HDR, and the restoration listing specifies a 5.1 surround DTS-HD Master Audio soundtrack.

What bonus material is included?

Listed extras include Gilliam commentary, interviews, a video essay featuring Jeff Bridges’s on-set photographs, training footage, deleted scenes with commentary, costume tests and trailers.

Are subtitles included?

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