A Hard Day’s Night 4K UHD + Blu-ray — Criterion Collection

Collection: Criterion’s A Hard Day’s Night is a two-disc 4K UHD and Blu-ray edition of Richard Lester’s Beatles comedy. The listing describes a 4K restoration and special features on Blu-ray, making this a disc set for viewers who want both the film and supplementary material.

At a glance

The package is described as one 4K UHD disc with the film and one Blu-ray disc with the film and special features.
The listing specifies a new 4K digital restoration and three optional soundtracks.
Blu-ray extras include commentary, interviews, programs with behind-the-scenes footage and outtakes, and a documentary about the film.
The film runs 87 minutes and is directed by Richard Lester.

Price

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Pros and cons

Pros

Includes the film on both 4K UHD and Blu-ray, with supplementary features listed for the Blu-ray.
The extra material includes commentary, interviews, a documentary and a short film by Lester.
Customer feedback reports strong enjoyment of the film and praise for its music and audio.

Technical specifications

17 specifications

Identity
Brand	Criterion
Studio	The Criterion Collection
Title	A Hard Day's Night (4kUHD & Blu-ray)
Genre	Comedy
Contributors	Richard Lester, The Beatles
Director	Richard Lester
Actors	The Beatles

Disc and playback details
Media format	NTSC
Number of discs	2
Runtime	87 minutes

Edition details
Restoration	New 4K digital restoration with three optional soundtracks
Special features	Audio commentary, interviews and programs featuring behind-the-scenes footage and outtakes
Documentary	"Things They Said Today," a documentary about the film with Lester and music producer George Martin
Additional short film	"The Running Jumping & Standing Still Film," Lester’s Oscar-nominated short
Release date	Jan. 18 2022
Item model number	715515267212_ig_loc

Package dimensions
Parcel dimensions and weight	17.4 x 14.2 x 2.1 cm; 235.87 g

What to know before buying

Customer reports are mixed on picture quality and playability. The listing specifies NTSC but does not provide further playback-compatibility details, so check that the format suits your equipment and region.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Beatles fans looking for the band’s screen comedy alongside music and film-related extras.
Collectors seeking a set that includes both 4K UHD and Blu-ray copies of the film.
Viewers interested in Richard Lester’s work and supplementary interviews, commentary and documentaries.

Less suited to

Buyers who need confirmed compatibility details beyond the listing’s NTSC format.
Viewers who want a Blu-ray-only edition or a package with no 4K UHD disc.

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Customer reviews on Amazon

4.7 / 5 · 2,699 ratings

5 stars85%85%
4 stars7%7%
3 stars4%4%
2 stars2%2%
1 star2%2%

Customer feedback describes the film as entertaining and its music as timeless, with praise for audio quality and the restored presentation. Picture quality and playability receive mixed reactions, so buyers focused on image consistency or dependable playback should weigh those reports. The listing promises a 4K restoration and optional soundtracks, but those claims do not settle individual viewing experiences.

Positive themes

Customers describe the film as enjoyable and praise its music.
Customers also highlight the audio quality and nostalgic appeal.

Mixed feedback

Feedback is mixed on picture quality.
Feedback is also mixed on playability.

Frequently asked questions

What discs are described in this edition?

The listing describes one 4K UHD disc with the film and one Blu-ray disc with the film and special features.

What special features are listed?

The Blu-ray is described as including audio commentary, interviews and programs with behind-the-scenes footage and outtakes, the documentary “Things They Said Today,” and Lester’s short film “The Running Jumping & Standing Still Film.”

What is the runtime and listed format?

The film is listed at 87 minutes, and the media format is given as NTSC. Check compatibility with your playback setup before buying.

How do customers describe the picture and playback experience?

Customer feedback praises the audio and music, but reports mixed experiences with picture quality and playability. These comments reflect customer perceptions rather than a guaranteed result.