The Godfather Trilogy 4k Blu Ray Review Better ((exclusive)) Jun 2026

Yes, this is the best Godfather has ever looked since it screened in 35mm in 1972. But “better” comes with a few asterisks. If you are upgrading from the standard DVD, buy this immediately. If you are upgrading from the 2008 Blu-rays, the upgrade is significant, but you need to know what you are getting into.

The 4K version offers a significant jump in texture and clarity over previous Blu-rays. Reviewers highlight the "astonishing" facial definition and stellar location details, such as the architecture in Vito’s flashbacks. the godfather trilogy 4k blu ray review better

: Some critics and restoration experts, like Robert Harris, argue the 4K grade is a "modernized" approach that deviates from the original theatrical color approved by the late cinematographer. Audio Options The set offers two distinct ways to listen: Dolby TrueHD 5.1 Yes, this is the best Godfather has ever

: Paramount reportedly spent over 4,000 hours repairing film damage and 1,000 hours on color correction. The Controversy : A minority of reviewers from If you are upgrading from the 2008 Blu-rays,

The new release features Dolby Vision and HDR10. While many praise the "natural elegance" and added depth, some critics and restoration experts (like Robert Harris) note that the 4K version neutralizes the heavy amber/sepia push of the original 2007 restoration, making it look more like a standard 70s film than an "old photograph".

The Death of Michael Corleone (Coppola's preferred 2020 edit of Part III). The Godfather Part III: The original 1990 theatrical and 1991 home video cuts. Bonus Disc: