«Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World» will be released on 4K Ultra HD Steelbook on August 5, 2025.

20th Century Studios Home Entertainment has officially announced that they will release ‘Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World’ starring Russell Crowe on 4K UHD. The film will arrive home in a Collectible 4K Ultra HD Steelbook release on August 5, 2025 featuring the film newly restored and remastered with Dolby Vision and Atmos.

The courage to do the impossible lies in the hearts of men! Peter Weir’s high-seas masterpiece set during the Napoleonic Wars, Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World, sets sail for the first time ever on 4K Ultra HD Digital and Blu-ray Disc August 5.

Adapted from the tenth novel in Patrick O’Brian’s legendary ‘Aubrey/Maturin’ series, the film stars Russell Crowe as Captain “Lucky Jack” Aubrey, the Royal Navy’s most daring and battle-tested commander, and Paul Bettany as his close friend, ship’s surgeon, and naturalist Stephen Maturin. When HMS Surprise is ambushed by a superior enemy vessel, Aubrey must confront the brutal challenges of war, the unforgiving sea, and the limits of leadership. With his ship damaged and crew wounded, he sets off on a relentless pursuit across two oceans – facing a choice between duty and loyalty, and a mission that could alter the fate of nations or destroy them all.

Nominated for 10 Academy Awards®, including Best Picture and Best Director, Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World won for Best Cinematography (Russell Boyd) and Best Sound Editing (Richard King).

Newly restored and remastered from the original elements, this stunning 4K release is presented with Dolby Vision® HDR and Atmos® audio, delivering breathtaking picture and immersive sound offering fans the definitive home viewing experience of the acclaimed epic.

The Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray release is housed in a collectible two-disc SteelBook® set, featuring striking, navy-and-gold nautical artwork that reflects the film’s epic scale and maritime themes. The exterior showcases a richly detailed compass rose and a bold illustration of Captain “Lucky Jack” Aubrey, while the interior reveals a sweeping ocean vista with Russell Crowe poised against stormy seas – offering fans the ultimate collector’s edition.