After a series of rumors, leaks and plenty of speculation, it looks like Disney has finally decided to spill the beans on the Star Wars: The Force Awakens Blu-ray release.
According to a listing on the Disney Store and Target, the film will be arriving on Blu-ray and DVD on April 5. The Blu-ray, DVD and Digital HD bundle pack available from Disney retails for $24.95. Preordering the film from the site before April 4 will score fans an exclusive lithograph, as well as a 10 percent off coupon for a future purchases of $40 or more.
Target also has some exclusive offers. Its version of the film will come in an exclusive cover and features "20 minutes of exclusive bonus content," including exclusive interviews with Daisy Ridley and John Boyega and a deeper look at the film's sci-fi weaponry. The film will also include featurettes and cast interviews included in the standard version. The Target exclusive version of the film will retail for $24.99, but a standard version will also be available.
Buying the film at Best Buy will score you an exclusive Steelbook case featuring Kylo Ren and Captain Phasma, while Walmart's cover prominently features BB-8.
As for all the special features included in the package, here's what fans can look forward to come April 5, via Starwars.com:
Secrets of The Force Awakens: A Cinematic Journey — For the first time, discover the complete story behind the making of The Force Awakens, revealed through in-depth footage and exclusive interviews with the actors and filmmakers in this feature documentary
The Story Awakens: The Table Read — Cast members familiar and new reflect on the memorable day they all first came together to read the movie's script
Building BB-8 — See how the filmmakers brought the newest droid to the screen, creating an instant fan favorite in the Star Wars
Crafting Creatures — Watch movie magic as the filmmakers bring a cast of new creatures to life
Blueprint of a Battle: The Snow Fight — Go deeper into the epic, climactic lightsaber battle between Rey and Kylo Ren
John Williams: The Seventh Symphony — The legendary composer shares personal insights of his work on Star Wars and The Force Awakens
ILM: The Visual Magic of The Force — An insider's look into the remarkable digital artistry of the movie's visual effects.
Force For Change — Heroes come in all shapes and sizes. See how the Star Wars: Force for Change initiative has united Star Wars fans all over the globe to help others
Plus Deleted Scenes
For those who prefer to buy their films digitally, Star Wars: The Force Awakens will be available on April 1. This news comes days after the film's UK release date leaked thanks to a Duracell advertisement. Earlier reports pegged the film's digital release for mid-March, which has now been proven untrue.
