The Extras

Send us Fan Mail In Part 2, George Feltenstein announces 6 classic films, including a 3D  and a highly requested David Lean 4K releasing December 1st from the Warner Archive.  Amazon Purchase links are available for select titles. BACHELOR MOTHER (1939) THE TWO MRS. CARROLLS (1947) JOHNNY EAGER (1941) THE BELLE OF NEW YORK (1952) DOCTOR ZHIVAGO (1965) 4K/BD pre-order on moviezyng Select our Moviez...

Send us Fan Mail In Part 1, George Feltenstein announces 5 classic films, including a 4K  and a highly requested Hanna-Barbera TV series releasing in November from the Warner Archive. Almost all of these films are comedies, so this is a fun-filled episode. Amazon pre-order links: THE MUSIC MAN (1962) 4K/BD MY FAVORITE WIFE (1940) BOMBSHELL (1933) THE YOGI BEAR SHOW (1961-63) DOUBLE WEDDING (1937)...

Send us Fan Mail In Part 2, George Feltenstein announces 4 more classic films releasing in October from the Warner Archive. We discuss why these upgrades matter, from new 4K scans and rebuilt Technicolor to commentaries, radio programs, shorts, and cartoons that restore the full “movie night” context. We also preview a major November 4K UHD release and dig into the extras, audio options, and surpr...

Send us Fan Mail In Part 1, George Feltenstein announces 6 classic films and one TV series releasing in October from the Warner Archive. We discuss why these upgrades matter, from new 4K scans and rebuilt Technicolor to commentaries, radio programs, shorts, and cartoons that restore the full “movie night” context. George also explains how boutique partners help bring later-era catalog titles to ma...

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Send us Fan Mail George Feltenstein announces a partnership with Hammer Horror to release the same deluxe limited edition Horror of Dracula collector’s set available in the US that Hammer is releasing in the UK, with multiple versions of the film and a mountain of extras. We also dig into how missing “Japanese” footage was found in the archive and why this 4K HDR restoration is a major moment for...

Send us Fan Mail We walk through Warner Archive’s September 29 releases with George Feltenstein, digging into what makes each title special and what the new transfers reveal. We also explain the real-world hurdles behind restorations, from missing footage and lost elements to music rights that kept a beloved cartoon off shelves for decades.  All Moviezyng pre-order Links Amazon Pre-order links: TH...

Send us Fan Mail We walk through Warner Archive’s September 22 classic film Blu-ray releases and explain what makes each title special, from new restorations to the most fun bonus features. We also spotlight the Maverick complete series set coming in early October, including a broadcast-style extras surprise that even longtime fans may not expect.  Moviezyng pre-order link Amazon Purchase links: T...

Send us Fan Mail Joan Crawford biographer Scott Eyman joins the podcast for a deep dive discussion into the early career of Joan Crawford. We trace how Letty Linton became a “missing” Joan Crawford film and why it still hits with real pre-Code bite once you finally see it. Along the way, we connect the movie to Crawford’s early 1930s peak, MGM studio power, and the craft choices that turned a risk...

Send us Fan Mail In Part 2 of the Warner Archive’s August Announcements, we review 4 Blu-ray and one 4K UHD release and explain what makes each upgrade worth owning, from nitrate negative scans and Dolby Vision to packed discs with shorts, cartoons, and commentaries.  Pre-order links are available at the links below. All MOVIEZYNG pre-order links Amazon Aug 25th pre-order links: AUNTIE MAME (1958)...

Send us Fan Mail We share Warner Archive’s August Blu-ray and 4K UHD releases and explain what makes each upgrade worth owning, from nitrate negative scans and Dolby Vision to packed discs with shorts, cartoons, and commentaries.  Pre-order links are available for the following August 18th titles: Moviezyng pre-order links (10% OFF - Most reliable for release day delivery): MONTANA (1950) Blu-ray...

Send us Fan Mail George Feltenstein of the Warner Archive and animation historian Jerry Beck reveal the 50-cartoon lineup for Looney Tunes Collector’s Vault Volume 3 Blu-ray, releasing September 8th, 2026. We highlight what makes this release different, dig into the most highly anticipated cartoons, and share some personal stories to celebrate this third volume of the Vault series. We will have pr...

Send us Fan Mail NOTE: SIX of the titles will release August 4th, instead of July 28th: Random Harvest, The Sisters, Presenting Lily Mars, Macao, A Midsummer Night's Dream, and The Seventh Cross. July’s Warner Archive lineup spans Technicolor adventure, razor-sharp noir, pre-Code troublemaking, MGM romance, big-studio prestige, and WWII realism, all framed by what it takes to bring classic fi...

Send us Fan Mail Warner Bros. archivist and Hong Kong film expert Jeff Briggs, joins the podcast to discuss some recent 4K releases from the Warner Bros’ Golden Harvest Library. First up we review Criterion’s 4K of The Blade (1995), a seminal work of director Tsui Hark. Then we take a preview of the upcoming Arrow Video 4K Box Set JACKIE CHAN'S BREAKOUT HITS, a six film, 10 disc set releasing...

Send us Fan Mail We reveal the final five Warner Archive Blu-ray releases for June and explain why each title matters for collectors who care about transfers, preservation, and real movie history. We spotlight hidden MGM craftsmanship, cult oddities, and a major restoration story on Last Summer (1969) that finally brings a long-missing film to Blu-ray the right way.  Pre-order links below: LAST SU...

Send us Fan Mail In Part 1 of our June Announcement podcast, George Feltenstein of the Warner Archive announces four films releasing in June from the Warner Archive, including the much anticipated Letty Lynton (1932). We also review one Hanna-Barbera TV Series. PLUS George shares his memories of his former boss, Ted Turner, who loved classic films, and was integral to the ongoing restoration and p...

Send us Fan Mail Restoration artist and animation historian Thad Komorowski joins the podcast for a deep dive review of his Famous Studios Champion Collection Blu-ray. We discuss Blackie Sheep and Wolfie’s early screwball energy, the importance of the early Casper’s, plus provide reviews of Little Audrey, Little Lulu, Baby Huey, and more. Thad also breaks down what it takes to restore these theatr...

Send us Fan Mail Scott McGee of TCM joins the podcast for a preview of the 2026 TCM Classic Film Festival.  We discuss the theme of this year's festival, THE WORLD COMES TO HOLLYWOOD, and review some of the WORLD PREMIERE RESTORATION screenings.  Scott also details the special guests, the Robert Osbourne Award Winner, and the Hand and Footprint Honoree, Glenn Close.  Whether you are going to...

Send us Fan Mail Moviezyng is running a 10% OFF PRE-ORDERS SALE during the month of April. Blair Zykan of Allied Vaughn Entertainment provides all of the details PLUS how to get another 10% discount by using their REWARDS points. Link to Moviezyng 10% OFF PRE-ORDER Sale Warner Archive MAY pre-order links on Moviezyng: 7 FACES OF DR. LAO (1964) FOLLOW ME QUIETLY (1949)   POSSESSED (1931)   IT’S A W...

Send us Fan Mail We run through Warner Archive’s 8 May Blu-ray announcements and explain why these particular films are getting new life through fresh scans and thoughtful disc extras. We also share big animation news and a long-awaited update on a Joan Crawford title that has been legally out of reach for decades.  • Seven Faces Of Dr. Lao as a cult fantasy favorite with Oscar winning makeup work...

Send us Fan Mail Animation historian Jerry Beck and George Feltenstein of the Warner Archive provide details on the recently announced Blu-ray release of the HBOMax series, "Looney Tunes Cartoons." Jerry breaks down why the HBOMax-era Looney Tunes Cartoons feel true to the originals while still evolving the characters for a modern audience. And George explains how a DVD-only plan turned...

Send us Fan Mail We catch up with animation historian and producer Arnold Leibovit on his newly restored, re-edited Blu-ray release of The Puppetoon Movie, built from a 4K scan of the original 35mm negative. We also dig into the legacy of George Pal, the new documentary and other extras, and a live theater event that brings classic sci-fi and Puppetoons back to the big screen.  Purchase The Puppet...

Send us Fan Mail Join us as we celebrate the release of the Looney Tunes Collector’s Vault Volume 2 Blu-ray, with Warner Archive’s George Feltenstein and animation historian Jerry Beck. George and Jerry share their stories of curating this set, the restoration and remaster details, and we all share our reviews and highlights. And stick around as George previews if we will be getting a volume 3.  O...

Send us Fan Mail Sale starts 12 pm Central Time (US), March 23rd. Get the details on Moviezyng's new and improved website from Blair Zykan of Allied Vaughn Entertainment. Moviezyng is the exclusive retailer for the Warner Archive's 17th Anniversary sale, and Blair provides all the details you need to know to shop the over 600 titles that will be available.  Blair also explains how Moviez...

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...