…a warning to all mankind.
Film Synopsis
The Martian Chronicles (1980) follows successive human expeditions to Mars as colonization reshapes both the planet and those who arrive seeking a new beginning. As encounters with the remnants of Martian civilization give way to human conflict, nostalgia, and ecological ruin, hope erodes into repetition of old mistakes. This science-fiction drama blends speculative wonder and melancholy reflection in a poignant study of imperialism, memory, and cultural extinction.
The Martian Chronicles Blu-ray & DVD editions
See which disc extras are included across selected editions.
| Disc Extras | Kino BD-A/US 2024 | Kino BD-A/US/OOP 2018 | Final Cut BD-B/UK 2024 | Imprint BD-B/AU 2023 | MGM DVD-1/US/OOP 2004 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Audio Commentary by Heath Holland and Amanda Reyes - Episode 1 | |||||
| Audio Commentary by Daniel Budnik and Amanda Reyes - Episode 3 | |||||
| Audio Commentary by Gary Gerani | |||||
| Audio Commentary by Justin Kerswell and Amanda Reyes - Episode 2 | |||||
| Ray Bradbury: An American Icon | |||||
| Interview with Actor James Faulkner | |||||
| Interview with Composer Richard Harvey | |||||
| Interview with Script Supervisor Cheryl Leigh | |||||
| Interview with Special Effects and Makeup Artist Colin Arthur | |||||
| Interview with Special Effects Sculptor Brian Muir |
Edition and Packaging Notes
- MGM’s DVD contains no extras.
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