Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom got a bit of a raw deal. Like the past year-ish of DC movie releases, it was kind of dead in the water because of how they announced their upcoming slate of movies. Out was the previous regime, and in was Peter Safran and James Gunn. That meant that all the movies being released in the meantime were lame ducks. The actors and characters wouldn’t be the same once James Gunn came in. Now does that mean that the movie isn’t worth watching? No, it doesn’t. You can check out our review of Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom to see that.
However, with the theatrical release of the movie ending, we’ve now got news about its home video release. Starting on January 23rd, you’ll be able to digitally buy or rent the film. On March 12th, you’ll be able to own the film on 4K UHD, Blu-ray, or DVD.
The digital price for purchase (on participating digital platforms) is $24.99 or for 48-hour rental for $19.99.
If you missed out on Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom in theaters, here’s a synopsis.
Having failed to defeat Aquaman the first time, Black Manta, still driven by the need to avenge his father’s death, will stop at nothing to take Aquaman down once and for all. This time Black Manta is more formidable than ever before, wielding the power of the mythic Black Trident, which unleashes an ancient and malevolent force. To defeat him, Aquaman will turn to his imprisoned brother Orm, the former King of Atlantis, to forge an unlikely alliance. Together, they must set aside their differences in order to protect their kingdom and save Aquaman’s family, and the world, from irreversible destruction.
Special Features Of Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom On Digital/Blu-ray/4K UHD
Finding the Lost Kingdom
- Go behind the scenes as director James Wan reveals how he and the cast and crew pulled off their biggest endeavor yet, an epic sequel to the largest grossing film in the history of DC.
Aquaman: Worlds Above and Below
- When the filmmakers set out to create a sequel that eclipsed the original in scale and scope, they knew they would have to send Arthur and the rest of the cast to all kinds of new wild and wonderful worlds both above and below the sea.
It’s a Manta World
- Black Manta is more powerful than ever now that he has discovered the Lost Kingdom of Necrus and taken possession of the Black Trident. From inspiration to execution, filmmakers reveal how they leveled Black Manta up to the realm of supervillains.
Necrus, The Lost Black City
- Ages ago the great battle for the earth took place here, in this legendary lost Atlantean city. Discover how the filmmakers created the Black City from its “surface city” concept and its inhabitants: Undead Necrusians (Zombies), to its execution.
Escape from the Deserter World
- From idea to execution, explore how the filmmakers created this barren desert landscape and the Deserter Prison, how its creatures and inhabitants were brought to life, and how they planned and executed the daring Orm “breakout” sequence.
Brawling at Kingfish’s Lair
- The Citadel is the last frontier of the ocean, a deep trench filled with sunken old ships, stacked high like a rusty city. From concept to completion, discover Kingfish’s Lair, a bar within, where the worst of the worst hang out.
Oh TOPO!
- The Tactical Observation and Pursuit Operative Octopus is a living legend and all-time fan favorite. Director James Wan and the filmmakers discuss the decision behind bringing TOPO back to the sequel and its promotion to Arthur’s on-screen sidekick.
“Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom” Premium Digital Ownership contains the following special feature:
Aquaman Through Fire and Water – Original motion comic from DC
- Arthur Curry is constantly being pulled between two worlds – his responsibility as King of Atlantis and his mantle as Aquaman, defender of the surface. So, what happens when a nefarious attack puts those worlds on a collision course?
“Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom” 4K UHD and Blu-ray contain the following special feature:
Atlantean Blood Is Thicker Than Water
- At its core, Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom is a movie about brotherhood. Explore how Patrick and Jason bonded over the new unexpected alliance between Arthur and Orm and came together both as characters and as friends on and off set.
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