The Dark Crystal

Enter the Wonderful World of Thra in THE DARK CRYSTAL

Out on:4K 22nd June 2026
Blu-Ray 22nd June 2026
DVD 22nd June 2026

Enter the incredible imagination of Jim Henson in UHD, with the UK 4K debut of his beloved fantasy The Dark Crystal, coming to 4K & Blu-ray Collector’s Edition, 4K & Blu-ray Steelbook, Blu-ray and DVD on 22nd June 2026 from Anime Limited, in collaboration with Radial Entertainment.

Winner of the prestigious Grand Prize at the 1983 Avoriaz Film Festival, The Dark Crystal is described by Variety as “a dazzling technological and artistic achievement”. Filled to the brim with magnificently realised creatures (including the memorably horrible Skekses) the world of Thra, in glorious 4K, has never looked more enchanting and extraordinary.

A commercial and critical hit when it was first released, the film was directed by puppeting legend Jim Henson (The Muppets) and Frank Oz (the voice of Yoda in Star Wars), who both also voice some of the parts here. This is a really wonderful family film, albeit with a dark tone influenced by Grimm’s fairytales, featuring BAFTA nominated visual effects, and a marvellously stirring score by Trevor Jones (BAFTA nominated for The Last of the Mohicans).

The Collector’s Edition will include:
Double walled slipcase holding:
68 Page production art and photos booklet.
3 disc Steelbook with the film on 4K, the film on Blu-ray, and a Blu-ray disc of video extras

Synopsis: Travel back in time to the fantasy world of Thra - Jen and Kira, surviving members of the Gelfling tribe, set out to find the crystal's missing shard and begin a dangerous journey that will bring them face to face with evil Skeksis and mysterious creatures at every turn. Jen and Kira will not back down as they race the clock to save their planet.

THE DARK CRYSTAL will be released on 4K & Blu-ray Collector’s Edition, 4K & Blu-ray Steelbook, Blu-ray, and DVD from 22nd June 2026. LABYRINTH will also be available on the same formats from Anime Limited, in collaboration with Radial Entertainment.

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About Anime Limited:
Founded in 2012, Glasgow-based Anime Limited is a subsidiary of TOHO GLOBAL and represents Japanese animation interests in the UK, France, and beyond. With a thoughtfully curated lineup of films, series, and soundtracks, Anime Limited has earned its title of Europe’s favourite anime distributor. Whether through fan-centric cinema runs, beautifully packaged collector’s editions, or sharing the best of anime music on vinyl, We offer bespoke experiences for all fans for titles such as Attack on Titan, BELLE, Cowboy Bebop, JUJUTSU KAISEN, Neon Genesis Evangelion, One Piece Film: RED, Spy x Family CODE: White, Your Name, and Weathering with You.

About Radial Entertainment
Radial Entertainment is a newly formed global entertainment company backed by funds managed by Oaktree Capital Management. As a premier content distribution studio, Radial Entertainment boasts a diverse library of over 70,000 movies and episodes - making it one of the largest independent catalogs in the industry. The company delivers high-quality entertainment across all major consumer platforms, including FAST channels, AVOD, SVOD, TVOD, physical product, theatrical film, and more. Its programming spans a wide range of genres, including true crime, reality, animation, action, westerns, award-winning titles, classics, medical, food, U.K. content, cult classics, and horror.

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RELEASE INFORMATION

Distributor
Anime Ltd
Release date
22nd June, 2026
4K release
22nd June, 2026

KEY TALENT INFORMATION

Director
Jim Henson

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