These are the 4 new 4K Blu-rays I'm most looking forward to testing in May 2026 and one of them is 'easily one of my most anticipated discs ever'

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Mon, 04 May 2026 14:00:00 +0000

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May 2026 has another big list of 4K Blu-ray releases, so I've picked the top
4 I'm most looking forward to testing.

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exciting month for 4K Blu-rays, with major releases including arguably one of my most anticipated discs to date. While the list of Mays releases looks to
be extensive, Ive narrowed it down to four.

Were big fans of 4K Blu-ray at TechRadar. Its the best source for testing the best TVs , due to 4K Blu-rays higher bitrate for better picture quality, and best soundbars , as soundtracks are uncompressed, meaning youre getting full-fat Dolby Atmos and DTS. Im hoping to get my hands on these discs to feature in our monthly feature, the Blu-ray Bounty , where we test the latest 4K releases from each month that we think will make for a good showcase for your home theater system. Article continues below You may like Here are the 4 4K Blu-rays I'm most excited for in April 2026 Here are my 4 most anticipated 4K Blu-rays of February 2026 Here are my 5 most anticipated 4K Blu-rays of March 2026

In last months most anticipated 4K list (April 2026) , I picked Gilda, Hamnet, Marty Supreme and 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple and all four were featured in the April 2026 Blu-ray Bounty and, spoiler, they all looked
great!

As Im based in the UK, the following picks are based on UK 4K releases, so dont be surprised if your pick is missing! Fight Club (20th Century Studios) Fight Club | 20th Anniversary | 20th Century FOX - YouTube Watch On Instantly quotable and one of the best movies of the 90s, Fight Club tells the story of an unnamed narrator (Edward Norton) who befriends a soap salesman named Tyler Durden (Brad Pitt), and together they start an underground fight club. The movie also stars Helena Bonham Carter and Meat Loaf. Easily one of my most anticipated discs ever.

Fight Club is a visually striking movie. While a lot of its scenes have a grimy, murky look, these dark scenes make for an excellent contrast test,
with plenty of black tones. I use this movie as one of my SDR tests, as on Disney+ its only in HD. Im excited to see what it will look like in all its gruesome detail in 4K, and Ive got high hopes after how good another of Finchers iconic movies, Se7en , looked when it came to 4K for the first time last year. While theres talk of no Dolby Vision included, that didnt stop Se7en from looking great. Get daily insight, inspiration and deals in your inbox Sign up for breaking news, reviews, opinion, top tech deals, and more. Contact me with news and offers from other Future brands Receive email from
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There are plenty of audio moments in Fight Club that sound realistic and brutal, not limited to the numerous fight scenes in the club itself. With a solid soundtrack, be that Dolby Atmos or DTS, these scenes could be really impactful and be a perfect way to test the meatiness of your chosen sound system. Release Dates

US: May 12, 2026 What to read next These are the 6 best 4K Blu-rays from
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UK: 18th May, 2026 Fight Club 4K Blu-ray deals 24.99 View 24.99 View 34.99 View Show more We check over 250 million products every day for the best prices powered by Some Like It Hot (Altitude Films) Some Like It Hot (1959) Trailer | MGM Studios - YouTube Watch On Some Like It Hot is the legendary comedy featuring Marilyn Monroe as Sugar Kane, a traveling musician who is unaware that two of her fellow band members in her all-female band are men (played by Tony Curtis and Jack Lemmon) on the run from the mob. A classic comedy, it was nominated for multiple Academy Awards. Its worth noting this isnt the 4K Criterion release available in the US, but rather a new version from Altitude.

Ive been a believer in what 4K can do for classic movies for some time now, and that only seems to grow every month. Black-and-white movies like Double Indemnity , Sunset Boulevard, and 3:10 To Yuma (1957) have looked incredible, and I have high hopes for Some Like It Hot, too. While Im disappointed its
not the Criterion release, Im still hopeful to see this iconic movie revived.

As with a good number of these older releases, Im not expecting a new, mind-blowing sound mix here, but Some Like It Hot has plenty of musical sections with classic songs like the titular track and I Wanna Be Loved By You, both elegantly sung by Monroe. Release Dates

UK: 18th May, 2026

US: N/A, Criterion version released April 8, 2026 Some Like It Hot 4K
Blu-ray deals 27.38 View 34.99 View 34.99 View Show more We check over 250 million products every day for the best prices powered by Leaving Las Vegas (Studio Canal) LEAVING LAS VEGAS (1995) | Official Trailer | MGM - YouTube Watch On Leaving Las Vegas is the story of Ben Sanderson (Nicholas Cage), a struggling alcoholic who develops a relationship with a prostitute named Sera (Elisabeth Shue). The movie earned Cage the Academy Award for Best Actor, as well as an Academy Award nomination for Best Actress for Shue.

Interestingly, Leaving Las Vegas was shot on 16mm film, as opposed to the
more mainstream 35mm. While Im not expecting blockbuster visuals for this modestly-budgeted movie (approx $4 million), there are plenty of scenes showcasing the gaudy neon glow of Las Vegas that should make for some interesting visuals.

Im not expecting any blockbuster moments from Leaving Las Vegas audibly, but it does have an interesting score and some licensed songs from Sting, including Angel Eyes, that with the right sound mix will hopefully complement the picture. Release Dates

UK: 18th May, 2026

US: N/A Shout Factory released December 16, 2025 Leaving Las Vegas 4K Blu-ray deals 24.99 View 34.99 24.99 View We check over 250 million products every day for the best prices powered by Wuthering Heights (2026) (Warner Bros.) "Wuthering Heights" | Official Trailer - YouTube Watch On A loose adaptation of Emily Bronts novel, Jacob Elordi stars as Heathcliff and Margot Robbie as Cathy in Emerald Fennells ( Saltburn , Promising Young Woman ) take on the classic period romance/drama. Fennel intended this version to
"recreate the feeling of a teenage girl reading this book for the first time" (quote from a Vogue interview on YouTube ).

While the film itself may be incredibly divisive, visually, it has plenty of moments that should look stunning on 4K. There are plenty of vivid, vibrant colors that explode on screen, along with breathtaking shots of the surrounding moors. Theres also plenty of stylized, contrast-rich shots that should make for a real showcase on a home theater system. And with Dolby Vision supported, Wuthering Heights should look excellent.

Audio-wise, the main talking point is Charlie XCXs soundtrack. Thankfully, theres a Dolby Atmos mix included, so it should deliver this soundtrack with real clarity and immersion. The pulse-pounding, big electronic sound XCX has become known for is a highlight, so its sure to sound great on a big sound system. Release dates

US: May 5, 2026

UK: 11th May, 2026 Wuthering Heights (2026) 4K Blu-ray deals 24.99 View
24.99 View We check over 250 million products every day for the best prices powered by Highlighted releases May 2026 Below is a list of highlight
releases for May 2026. Both US and UK release dates are featured here (these are indicated). Release dates may vary by region, with some coming later in the year or already released. Titles featured in my list above are in bold. May 4 / 5 Alice in Wonderland (1951) Blue Thunder Wuthering Heights (2026)
(UK release 11th May) GOAT Point Blank (US release date April 21 2026) May 11/12 Fight Club (UK release 18th May) Mona Lisa (UK) Moneyball (US, UK release TBC) Bridesmaids May 18/19 Leaving Las Vegas (UK) Speed Racer (US, UK release 15th June) Avatar: Fire and Ash (US, UK release 1st June) Boy Heat
The Walk The Bride! Some Like It Hot (UK) Witness (UK) The Dollars Trilogy (UK, Arrow Video) May 25/26 Robin Hood: Price of Thieves (US, UK release
March 2023) Harry and the Hendersons The Great Outdoors Lenny Sirat Zulu Dawn The Cars That Ate Paris Insomnia (1997 original) The best 4K Blu-ray players for all budgets Our top picks, based on real world testing

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