Knock Off (1998) 4K Blu-ray Announced for January 2026 from MVD Rewind Collection
MVD Rewind Collection will release Knock Off (1998) on 4K Ultra HD on Jan. 20, 2026. Directed by Tsui Hark and starring Jean-Claude Van Damme and Rob Schneider, the film has been restored in HDR from a 16-bit scan of the original camera negative. The 4K edition is part of MVD’s Rewind Collection line and is now available for pre-order.
For readers following boutique restorations of Hong Kong and international action films, related releases include the upcoming City on Fire 4K Blu-ray from Arrow Video, Hong Kong New Wave Essentials Blu-ray Boxset announced by Shout! Studios, and Arrow Video’s Shawscope Volume Four Blu-ray Set.
About the film
Released in 1998, Knock Off pairs Jean-Claude Van Damme (Double Impact) with Rob Schneider (Grown Ups) in a Hong Kong-set action film.
Van Damme plays Marcus Ray, a fashion designer who uncovers a conspiracy involving explosive micro-bombs hidden inside counterfeit jeans. Working with undercover agent Tommy Hendricks (Schneider), Ray attempts to stop the operation.
The cast includes Lela Rochon and Paul Sorvino. The film was directed by Tsui Hark, known for Once Upon a Time in China and Double Team.
4K Ultra HD Blu-ray (Disc 1)
- Restoration: 16-bit scan of the original camera negative
- Aspect ratio: 2.35:1, HDR presentation
- Audio: English DTS-HD MA 5.1 Surround, LPCM 2.0 Stereo
- Subtitles: Optional English
- Archival audio commentary: Mike Leeder and Arne Venema
- Extras: Collectible “4K LaserVision” mini-poster, reversible cover art
Standard Blu-ray (Disc 2)
- Resolution: 1080p HD in 2.35:1 aspect ratio
- Audio: DTS 5.1 Surround and LPCM 2.0 Stereo
- Subtitles: Optional English
- Archival commentary: Mike Leeder and Arne Venema
Bonus features
- Interview with Steven E. de Souza (HD, 40:51)
- Interview with Moshe Diamant (HD, 18:24)
- Archival 2020 interview with Steven E. de Souza (HD, 9:49)
- “Making Of: Knock Off” featurette (SD, 23:15)
- Original theatrical trailer
Release date
Knock Off will be released on 4K Ultra HD and Blu-ray on Jan. 20, 2026, from MVD Rewind Collection.