The beloved anvil-armed sailor of the seven seas comes magically to life in “Popeye,” arriving on Blu-ray for the first time ever December 1st from Paramount Home Entertainment. Starring the incomparable Robin Williams in his first big-screen role and Shelley Duvall as his devoted sweetie, Olive Oyl, the delightful musical celebrates its 40th anniversary this year, having debuted in theaters on December 12th, 1980.
The new Blu-ray includes access to a Digital copy of the film, along with nearly 30 minutes of all-new bonus content featuring excerpts from one of Robin Williams’ final interviews, an interview with director Robert Altman from 2014, as well as a newly conducted interview with Stephen Altman.
Blu-ray Special Features include:
• Return to Sweethaven: A Look Back with Robin and the Altmans
• The Popeye Company Players
• Popeye’s Premiere
• The Sailor Man Medleys
• Theatrical Trailer
Legendary producer Robert Evans and screenwriter Jules Feiffer worked for nearly three years to get “Popeye” into production. The film combined the talents of Robert Altman, composer and lyricist Harry Nilsson, numerous filmmaking artisans, and an outstanding cast of actors, mimes, athletes, and street performers to bring the world of the beloved character to life. The result is an uplifting and visually delightful film that celebrates the magic of what Altman called “a genuine American hero.”
Available on Blu-ray™ for the first time ever December 1st
