Starting Over — KL Studio Classics Blu-ray

Studio Classics: Starting Over is a romantic comedy on Blu-ray, starring Burt Reynolds, Candice Bergen and Jill Clayburgh. This edition lists a 1-hour-and-45-minute runtime, English audio and optional English subtitles, with a new HD master and a film-historian commentary described among its special features.

At a glance

A romantic comedy about a magazine writer rebuilding his life after his wife leaves, while he remains attached to her.
Special features listed include a new HD master from a 4K scan of the 35mm original camera negative, a commentary by film historians Daniel Kremer and Howard S. Berger, and optional English subtitles.
The listing names Academy Award nominations for Candice Bergen and Jill Clayburgh.

Price

$24.23Save 19%

Reference price: ~~$29.95~~

Price checked: Nov 14, 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

Includes a film-historian commentary and optional English subtitles, in addition to the feature film.
The listed cast includes Burt Reynolds, Candice Bergen, Jill Clayburgh and Charles Durning.

Technical specifications

12 specifications

Identity
Brand	KL Studio Classics
Genre	Comedy, Romance

Disc and playback
Format	Blu-ray, NTSC
Aspect ratio	1.85:1
Language	English
Runtime	1 hour and 45 minutes

Cast and production
Director	Alan J. Pakula
Actors	Burt Reynolds, Candice Bergen, Charles Durning, Jill Clayburgh
Contributor listing	Alan J. Pakula, Burt Reynolds, Candice Bergen, Charles Durning, Jill Clayburgh

Dimensions and release
Dimensions listed	1.35 x 17.12 x 13.84 cm; 81.65 g
Release date	May 7 2024
Country of origin	USA

What to know before buying

The description calls the picture a brand-new HD master from a 4K scan of the original camera negative. It does not specify a 4K disc, so treat this as a Blu-ray presentation.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Viewers looking for a romantic comedy featuring Burt Reynolds, Candice Bergen and Jill Clayburgh.
Blu-ray collectors interested in a film-historian commentary and optional English subtitles.

Less suited to

Buyers specifically seeking a 4K Ultra HD disc, rather than the listed Blu-ray format.

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Customer reviews on Amazon

4.4 / 5 · 129 ratings

5 stars67%67%
4 stars18%18%
3 stars5%5%
2 stars7%7%
1 star3%3%

Customer feedback is broadly favourable, with praise for the comedy and performances, while opinions on the chemistry between characters are mixed. That may matter to viewers choosing the film primarily for its romantic pairing. Ratings also include a smaller share of lower-star responses, so the positive overall picture is not universal.

Positive themes

Customers praise the humour and acting.
Customers describe the film as a well-crafted comedy.

Mixed feedback

Opinions on character chemistry are mixed.

Frequently asked questions

What format is this release?

The listing identifies the media format as Blu-ray, NTSC, with a 1.85:1 aspect ratio.

What special features are listed?

The description lists a new HD master from a 4K scan of the 35mm original camera negative, a commentary by film historians Daniel Kremer and Howard S. Berger, and optional English subtitles.

Does this listing describe a 4K Ultra HD disc?

No. It lists Blu-ray, NTSC. The 4K scan is described as the source for a new HD master, not as the disc format.