DETROIT, MI – NOVEMBER 4: American singer Prince (1958-2016) performs onstage during the 1984 Purple Rain Tour on November 4, 1984, at the Joe Louis Arena in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Ross Marino/Getty Images)

On June 25, Warner Home Video will mark the 40th anniversary of Prince’s legendary film “Purple Rain” by releasing it in 4K UHD and on digital platforms. This edition features upgraded picture and sound quality, along with a collection of legacy bonus content.

Released on July 27, 1984, and directed by Albert Magnoli, “Purple Rain” is a loosely autobiographical film that earned over $70 million worldwide and an Academy Award for Best Original Song Score. It stars Prince as The Kid, alongside Apollonia Kotero and members of his band, The Revolution. The soundtrack, with hits like “Let’s Go Crazy,” “When Doves Cry,” and “Purple Rain,” has sold over 25 million copies.

The 4K UHD Disc includes special features such as:

– Commentary by the director, producer, and cinematographer
– Featurette: First Avenue: The Road to Pop Royalty
– Music Videos: Let’s Go Crazy, Take Me with U, When Doves Cry, I Would Die 4 U/Baby I’m a Star, Purple Rain, Jungle Love, The Bird, and Sex Shooter

However, it does not include some previous bonuses like the making-of documentary and the 1984 MTV Premiere Party.

This rerelease allows fans to experience Prince’s groundbreaking work with enhanced quality, celebrating the enduring legacy of “Purple Rain.”

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