Peking Opera Blues (1986) 4K UHD and Blu-ray SteelBook Announced by Imprint Films
Imprint Films is releasing Peking Opera Blues (1986) on 4K UHD in February under its Imprint Asia line. The two disc set comes in a Limited Edition Hardbox containing a 4K UHD and Blu-ray SteelBook.
Film Overview
Peking Opera Blues is directed by Tsui Hark and features Brigitte Lin, Cherie Chung, and Sally Yeh. The story follows three young women who cross paths in the aftermath of China’s first democratic revolution. The film blends action, comedy, and social themes in a colorful style reflective of the Peking Opera traditions.
Video and Audio Specs
The 4K UHD disc is region free and presents the film in 2160p with Dolby Vision and HDR10. The restoration is sourced from the original camera negative. The disc includes Cantonese and English DTS-HD Master Audio mono tracks with optional newly-translated English subtitles.
The Blu-ray disc is Region B and presents the film in 1080p. It contains the same audio options as the 4K disc.
Bonus Features
- [NEW] Audio commentary by film critic James Mudge
- [NEW] An Opus For Peking: Starring in a Tsui Hark Classic – interview with actor Mark Cheng
- [NEW] An Operatic Achievement – interview with cinematographer Ray Wong
- [NEW] Hong Kong Confidential – Inside Peking Opera Blues with author Grady Hendrix
- [NEW] Peking Provocations – interview with author and critic David West on the cinema of Tsui Hark
- [NEW] Peking History Blues – Professor Lars Laamann on the setting and time of a Tsui Hark Masterpiece
- Theatrical Trailer
- Image Gallery
Edition size and extras
The release is limited to 1,500 copies. A 60-page hardcover booklet featuring new essays by Darren Wheeling and Wayne Wong is included with the release.
Release Date and Availability
Peking Opera Blues releases February 25, 2026. It is currently available to pre-order from Imprint Films.
Peking Opera Blues joins the City on Fire 4K UHD as one of the first Golden Princess titles to join the Imprint Asia collection.
Join the discussion
Physical media enthusiast covering Blu-ray & 4K UHD releases.