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EPISODE · Mar 17, 2026 · 1H

Warner Archive April Announcement: 7 Classic Films, a 4K Documentary, PLUS An Update on Last Summer

from The Extras · host Tim Millard, George Feltenstein

Send us Fan MailWe break down Warner Archive’s packed April slate and explain what makes each Blu-ray worth owning, from new 4K scans and rescued film elements to the shorts, cartoons, and radio extras that turn discs into time capsules. We also tease a hard-won restoration update on Last Summer and why preservation work often takes years longer than anyone wants. • 20,000 Years In Sing Sing as a pre-Code prison drama with a new master and deep extras • Crack Up as a tight RKO noir upgraded from a rough DVD era transfer • King Richard And The Crusaders as a colorful CinemaScope remaster with Max Steiner score and bonus cartoons • Monogram Matinee Volume Two as a preservation win for Louisiana and Song Of The Range with high-quality 4K scans • Captain’s Courageous as an MGM classic rebuilt from preservation elements with standout Spencer Tracy performance • Private Benjamin finally getting a proper widescreen HD presentation plus TV series episodes • George Stevens: A Filmmaker’s Journey arriving as a 4K HDR Dolby Vision combo pack • Arrowsmith restored by the Library of Congress and The Film Foundation plus a Lux Radio Theater bonus • Last Summer restoration hurdles including missing reels, version mismatches, and plans for release For more details on the screening, visit the AMERICAN CINEMATHEQUE websitePre-order Links:PRIVATE BENJAMIN (1980) BLU-RAYCAPTAINS COURAGEOUS (1937) BLU-RAY20,000 YEARS IN SING SING (1932) BLU-RAYKING RICHARD AND THE CRUSADERS (1954) BLU-RAYMONOGRAM MATINEE VOLUME 2 Blu-rayARROWSMITH (1931) BLU-RAYCRACK-UP (1946) BLU-RAYGEORGE STEVENS: A FILMMAKER’S JOURNEY (1984) 4K+Blu-ray Moviezyng Affiliate LinkThe Extras Facebook pageThe Extras TV YouTube ChannelThe Extras Twitter Warner Archive & Warner Bros Catalog GroupJoin our new public Facebook Group for Warner Archive Animation Fans and get the latest update on all the releases.As an Amazon and Moviezyng Affiliate, The Extras may receive a commission for purchases through our purchase links.  There is no additional cost to you, and every little bit helps us in the production of the podcast.  Thanks in advance.Otaku Media produces podcasts, behind-the-scenes extras, and media that connect creatives with their fans and businesses with their consumers.  Contact us today to see how we can work together to achieve your goals.  [email protected]

Send us Fan Mail We break down Warner Archive’s packed April slate and explain what makes each Blu-ray worth owning, from new 4K scans and rescued film elements to the shorts, cartoons, and radio extras that turn discs into time capsules. We also tease a hard-won restoration update on Last Summer and why preservation work often takes years longer than anyone wants. • 20,000 Years In Sing Sing as a pre-Code prison drama with a new master and deep extras • Crack Up as a tight RKO noir upgrade...

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