"New 4K Steelbook Collection of The Lord of the Rings Now Available for Preorder"

Are you ready to journey back to Middle-earth with the Hobbits to Isengard? The Lord of the Rings: The Motion Picture Trilogy: Theatrical and Extended Steelbook Collection is set to release on March 7, offering fans an unparalleled cinematic experience. This must-have set for any franchise enthusiast includes both the Theatrical and Extended Editions of the trilogy in stunning 4K Ultra HD.

While the 4K remaster of the trilogy was initially released in 2020, this new Steelbook collection is a collector's dream. It demands the same cherished shelf space that the Extended Editions occupied during their DVD release in the 2000s. With their striking beauty, preordering now is the best way to secure your set and avoid disappointment.

Out March 7

The Lord of the Rings Trilogy: Theatrical and Extended Steelbook (4K UHD)

Available for preorder at Amazon with a price guarantee, the collection is currently listed at $169.99, but you can save 10% with a special offer, bringing the price down to $152.82.

What's Inside the Box?

This Steelbook collection of the Lord of the Rings trilogy is packed with:

• **The Fellowship of the Ring, The Two Towers, and The Return of the King** in both Theatrical and Extended Editions.
• **9 Discs** to ensure you don't miss a single moment of the adventure.
• **Three individual SteelBooks** featuring unique artwork, all housed in a premium matte finish SteelBook case.

Unparalleled 4K Video Quality

The films have been meticulously restored and remastered, resulting in a 4K digital intermediate that offers incredible detail and vibrant colors. The new HEVC H.265 encode enhances the viewing experience, showcasing moments that surpass the previous Blu-ray editions. The most notable improvement is the new color timing, which removes the heavy greenish-blue tint, offering a more natural and attractive visual presentation.

The 4K video boasts improved contrast and brightness balance, with pitch-perfect whites and deep, silky blacks providing gorgeous cinematic quality. From the fine stitching on costumes to the lifelike textures of the characters, every detail is rendered with razor-sharp clarity.

Dolby Vision HDR Highlights

• **Dramatic Lighting**: Gandalf the White's entrance exemplifies this, where the brilliant white light glows with intense radiance.
• **Specular Highlights**: The clouds, jewelry, and metallic armor gleam with true-to-life splendor, enhancing visual depth and realism.
• **Shadow Details**: The darkest scenes, like the halls of Rohan or Wormtongue's appearance, are rich with gradational differences, maintaining excellent visibility and detail.

Immersive Dolby Atmos Audio

The Dolby Atmos soundtrack complements the stunning visuals with an equally impressive audio experience. Howard Shore's iconic score fills the room with exceptional clarity, warmth, and fidelity. The sound design utilizes all channels to create an immersive 360° environment, making you feel part of the action.

• **Room-Penetrating Clarity**: The orchestration and acoustical details are maintained throughout, even in the loudest action sequences.
• **Engaging Soundscapes**: Battle scenes at Helm's Deep and Isengard are particularly noteworthy, with arrows, debris, and cries creating a dynamic sound environment.
• **Subtle Ambient Effects**: The quieter moments, like the wind blowing or distant wildlife sounds, enhance the overall immersive experience.