Harry Potter Ultimate Collectors' Edition DVDs

On December 8th 2009 (in the US and Canada, at least), Ultimate Collector's Editions of the first two Harry Potter films were released on Blu-Ray and DVD. A full list of their special features can be seen further below. A trailer for the first two Harry Potter Ultimate Collector's Editions can be seen here via Youtube. Years 1-2 are definitely being released on December 8th, while we have confirmation of years 3-7. It is currently unknown whether they are going to be releasing year 7 on one extra-large DVD or in 2 DVDs. Each DVD set will contain over 5 hours of special features, plus an extended edition of the movie and one part of an 8-part documentary.

Release:
Years 1 & 2: December 8, 2009
Years 3 & 4: (Tentative) November 25, 2010
All further release dates are unknown.

Cover Art/Photos:
Year 1: Box Art, Back, Collection
Year 2: Box Art, Back, Collection

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Year 3 (Tentative): Box Art.
Year 4 (Tentative): Box Art.

8-Part Documentary

Each of the Ultimate Collector's Edition DVDs will/do have one part of an 8-part documentary, each part to be around 1 hour long. Here are the tentatively scheduled parts of the documentary, as listed on the packaging:

1. Part 1: The Magic Begins
2. Part 2: Characters
3. Part 3: Magical Creatures
4. Part 4: The Music of Harry Potter
5. Part 5: The Evolution of Harry Potter
6. Part 6: Special Effects
7. Part 7: Growing Up Potter
8. Part 8: The Harry Potter Phenomenon

Extended Editions

Each of the Ultimate Edition DVDs will/do include an extended version of their respective films. Rumours have emerged concerning the extra footage contained on the DVDs.
The extended footage is a mix of new and deleted scenes. Here are the rumoured lengths of additional footage for each currently released film:

• Philosopher's Stone: 7 Mins Extra
• Chamber of Secrets: 13 Mins Extra
• Prisoner of Azkaban: 23 Mins Extra
• Goblet of Fire: 37 Mins Extra
• Order of the Phoenix: 54 Mins Extra
• Half-Blood Prince: 8 Mins Extra

Special Features:

We learned on Sept 17th, 2009, a few of the special features to be on EACH of these DVD sets:

The new Ultimate Editions of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone and Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, priced at $39.92 on DVD and $49.99 on Blu-ray, will each include five hours of special features, theatrical and extended versions of the film, a 48-page photo book and other collectibles.

Among the special features will be screen tests, new featurettes with the cast and filmmakers and the first two one-hour installments of a new comprehensive documentary about the making of the movie franchise. Called Creating the World of Harry Potter, the eight-hour documentary will have one hour on each Ultimate Edition. (As Video Business reports)

The following day we learned the full list of special features:

Year 1

The back cover says:

For the First Time Ever …

Uncover the intimate details of the search to cast Harry Potter and his friends • See Daniel, Rupert and Emma’s never-before-seen audition tapes • Be there with stars and filmmakers walking onto the set for the exciting first day of shooting • Learn about Chris Columbus’ critical, step-by-step decisions behind the creation of Harry Potter’s world on screen • Look back on an amazing decade’s worth of movies with Daniel, Rupert and Emma in new and vintage interviews never seen before. Plus: Exclusive Introduction by Daniel Radcliffe.

We know:

DISC 1: Theatrical Version

DISC 2: Extended Version with 7 Minutes of Footage Not Shown in Theatres.

DISC 3:
• Diagon Alley
• Tour the Gryffindor Common Room, Harry’s Room and the Great Hall - Welcome to the self-guided tour of Hogwarts, home of witches and wizards in training, and take in the sights.
• Classrooms:
• Defense Against the Dark Arts; Spells and Charms; Potions; Transfiguration; Third Floor Corridor; Deleted Scenes.
• Sorting Hat
• Library
• Gallery of Art & Architecture
• Hogwarts Yearbook
• Guide to Ghosts - Discover the many marvelous and mysterious ghosts of Hogwarts.
• Hogwarts Grounds
• Quaffle and Bludger - Get a lesson from Oliver Wood on how to play Quidditch.
• Tour Hagrid's Hut - Welcome to the self-guided tour of Hagrid’s Hut, home of Rubeus Hagrid, the Keeper of Keys and Grounds at Hogwarts, and his faithful companion, Fang.
• Extra Credit
• Interview - Capturing the Stone: A Conversation with the Filmmakers - Director Chris Columbus, Producer David Heyman, Screenwriter Steve Kloves and Production Designer Stuart Craig talk about casting and bringing the novel to life.

DISC 4:
• Introduction by Daniel Radcliffe - An introduction to the many special features for the Harry Potter films [NEW]
• Creating the World of Harry Potter, Part 1: The Magic Begins - Discover the story of how one vision for the Harry Potter films came together out of limitless possibilities to create the visual world we have come to know and love. [NEW]
• A Glimpse Into the World of Harry Potter 2001 International TV Special
• Deleted Scenes
• Trailers and TV Spots

Disc 5
• Digital Copy of Theatrical Film Blu-ray Ultimate Edition Includes everything listed above as well as the following Blu-ray exclusives:
· In-Movie Experience with Director Chris Columbus: An interactive viewer experience where the entire film is examined; includes PiP, Storyboard Comparisons, Still Galleries
· WB Maximum Movie Mode picture-in-picture programming, cast walk-ons, focus points, graphics and more.
· BD Live with access to worldwide events, special guest participants, community features and more.

Year 2

The back cover says:

Welcome to the second Harry Potter Ultimate Edition! A Whole New Realm of Discovery…

Discover the intriguing inside stories of why so many of Britain’s most celebrated stars took roles in the series • See the newly unveiled screen test between Daniel Radcliffe and Evanna Lynch (selected to play Luna out of 15,000 hopefuls!) • Go on the set to see firsthand how each of the directors brought unique strengths to the series • Witness the amazing transformations as Daniel, Rupert and Emma grow with their characters over a decade of unprecedented filmmaking. Plus: Never-Before-Seen Screen Tests of Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint and Emma Watson

We know:

DISC 1: Theatrical Version

DISC 2: Extended Version with 13 Minutes of Footage Not Shown in Theatres.

DISC 3:
• Deleted Scenes
• Lockhart’s Classroom
• Photo Gallery
• Certificates - Have a look at Gilderoy Lockhart’s many achievements.
• Required Reading - Find out what text books you’ll need for Lockhart’s Defense Against the Dark Arts class.
• Extra Credit
• Behind Hogwarts
• A Conversation with J.K. Rowling and Steve Kloves - The author and screenwriter detail how the books are brought to life, and the changes that happen in the process.
• Dumbledore’s Office
• Build a Scene - Building a scene as magnificent as Professor Dumbledore’s office takes more than wood, plaster, nails and paint. It takes imagination.
• Tour Dumbledore's Office - Welcome to the self-guided tour of Professor Dumbledore’s office, one of the most fascinating rooms at Hogwarts.
• Interviews with Students, Professors and More
• Students - What would you ask the cast, if you could? Put yourself in the interview chair as the stars answer questions about making the film.
• Professors and More - Enjoy personal moments with the professors and others as they discuss their characters: Prof. Gilderoy Lockhart, Lucius Malfoy, Prof. Pomona Sprout, Molly Weasley, Arthur Weasley, Prof. Albus Dumbledore, Rubeus Hagrid, Prof. Severus Snape, Uncle Vernon Dursley, Aunt Petunia Dursley, Argus Filch, Prof. Minerva McGonagall.
• Gallery of Production Sketches
• Activities
• The Chamber Challenge [Game]
• Tour the Chamber of Secrets - What are you doing here? This place isn’t safe. Begin your journey down the dark corridor for the self-guided tour of the Chamber of Secrets.
• The Forbidden Forest Challenge [Game]
• Colin’s Darkroom
• Tour Diagon Alley - Welcome to the self-guided tour of Diagon Alley, where you can find all your supplies for the school year. Explore the many shops, such as Flourish & Blotts and the Magical Menagerie.
• Spellcaster Knowledge Challenge [Game]
• EA Game Preview

DISC 4:
• Creating the World of Harry Potter, Part 2: Characters - Explore how the cast and creative team of directors and designers take the characters’ descriptions on the page to the actors’ performances on film. [NEW]
• Screen Tests of Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint and Emma Watson [NEW]
• Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets Revealed - 2002 HBO First Look special
• Trailers and TV Spots

DISC 5
Digital Copy of Theatrical Film

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