Passenger 57 to Launch on 4K Ultra HD in December
Toy Video Robot will debut a restored dual-format package of the 1992 thriller on December 8, 2026.
Updated on Oct. 16, 2026 in Science Fiction
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The 1992 action film Passenger 57 is coming to 4K Ultra HD and Blu-ray with a new restoration. The two-disc package will be available in the United States on December 8, 2026, following a December 7, 2026, release in the UK.
Why it matters
This release marks the first time the 84-minute film has been presented in 4K resolution using a scan from the original camera negative. It offers collectors and fans a high-definition update for the 34-year-old title.
The package features an 84-minute runtime and includes an HDR presentation of the film. It is priced at $39.99 for the two-disc 4K Ultra HD and Blu-ray set.
The players
Toy Video Robot
This company is the distributor responsible for the new 4K and Blu-ray release of the film.
Stewart Raffill
He is the writer of the film who participated in a new interview included with the release package.
The details
The upcoming home video release features a new 4K restoration scanned directly from the original camera negative. In addition to the feature film, the package includes a new interview with the film's writer, Stewart Raffill.
Timeline
1992: Original theatrical release of the film.
December 7, 2026: Official release date for the UK market.
December 8, 2026: Official release date for the US market.
Industry Dynamics
The 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray format remains a niche premium standard for physical media collectors as studios continue to catalog older titles. This release follows the industry pattern of reissuing legacy titles using the 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray format to appeal to home media enthusiasts.
Consumers can secure the two-disc edition now via pre-order for a retail price of $39.99. The package provides access to an HDR-enhanced version of the 1992 film on 4K Ultra HD.
The takeaway
Collectors can expect higher visual fidelity due to the use of the original camera negative for the new scan. The release provides a modern technical upgrade for the legacy action title.
What happens next
Pre-orders for the release are currently available to consumers ahead of the December 2026 launch dates.
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Movieweb.
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