James Bond fans have reason to celebrate as a selection of six classic Sean Connery films has finally been released on 4K disc. This long-awaited release includes the six Eon-produced adventures featuring Connery as the iconic James Bond. The films included in this collection are Dr. No, From Russia with Love, Goldfinger, Thunderball, You Only Live Twice, and Diamonds Are Forever. These discs have released in the 4K format for the first time, previously coming after the modern era Daniel Craig films.
The decision to release these films on 4K came after several anticipated opportunities were missed, including the release of 'No Time To Die' and the 60th anniversary of the franchise in 2022. This omission had puzzled fans as these moments seemed ripe for such a relaunch. However, the collection has now been released, complete with special features, commentary, and a numbered certificate of authenticity.
This article includes an unboxing and initial focus on the packaging. The set comes in a beautiful steelbook case covered with notable production stills of Sean Connery from the respective movies. Each steelbook features a unique design with themed colors. While there are differences between the US and UK releases, with the UK getting both Ultra HD and Blu-ray discs, the collection is undoubtedly a meticulous representation of the Connery era as Bond.
Collectors will find joy in the quality and presentation of these steelbooks, though opinions may vary on ranking which steelbook cover is most appealing. The video accompanying this article will delve deeper into the quality of the video, audio, and special extras included in the set.
As discussions arise about future releases, rumors suggest a Pierce Brosnan 4K collection might be next. Bond fans await eagerly to see which era might receive the 4K treatment thereafter. In the meantime, the new Connery collection provides a much-needed upgrade from the Bond 50 Blu-ray set.