Arrow Video Unveils Incredible October 2026 Line-Up Packed with Horror Classics, 4K Upgrades and Collector’s Editions
If your wallet was hoping for a quiet October, Arrow Video has other ideas.
The boutique label has unveiled one of its strongest monthly slates in recent memory, delivering a spectacular mix of horror, science fiction, fantasy, action and cult cinema. Headlined by long-awaited 4K Ultra HD releases of The Frighteners, Cujo, The Monster Squad, Futureworld and A Chinese Ghost Story Trilogy, alongside lavish collector’s editions of Enter the Video Store: Video Vengeance and The Last Boy Scout, October is shaping up to be an extraordinary month for physical media collectors.
The Frighteners Finally Gets the 4K Treatment
Arguably the headline release of the month is Peter Jackson’s The Frighteners, arriving as a lavish three-disc Limited Edition.
Released in 1996 and produced by Robert Zemeckis, the supernatural horror-comedy stars Michael J. Fox as Frank Bannister, a conman who claims to communicate with ghosts before finding himself facing a genuinely malevolent supernatural force. Long regarded as one of Jackson’s finest pre-Lord of the Rings films, The Frighteners has developed an enormous cult following thanks to its unique blend of horror, comedy and groundbreaking visual effects.
Arrow’s edition includes both the theatrical and director’s cuts in Dolby Vision 4K, open matte presentations, Peter Jackson’s commentary, the mammoth 225-minute Making of The Frighteners documentary, the 2022 retrospective No Way to Make a Living, and an impressive selection of archival and newly produced extras. It’s exactly the kind of definitive edition fans have been hoping for. ORDER HERE.
Stephen King’s Cujo Returns in Definitive 4K
Arrow is also giving Stephen King’s Cujo a premium upgrade.
Directed by Lewis Teague and starring Dee Wallace, the 1983 adaptation remains one of King’s most suspenseful films, turning an affectionate St. Bernard into one of horror’s most unforgettable killers after a rabid bat bite transforms him into a relentless predator.
Arrow’s release features the theatrical cut in Dolby Vision 4K, while Limited Edition buyers also receive the International Cut on Blu-ray, alongside multiple archival commentaries, extensive documentaries, interviews with cast and crew, and a collector’s booklet. King himself has previously cited Cujo as one of his favourite adaptations of his own work, making this another essential addition for horror fans. ORDER HERE.
The Monster Squad Gets a Monster 4K
One of the most beloved family-friendly horror films of the 1980s is finally making its Arrow debut.
Written by Shane Black and Fred Dekker, The Monster Squad lovingly pays tribute to Universal’s classic monsters as Dracula assembles an army including Frankenstein’s Monster, the Wolf Man, the Mummy and the Gill-man, forcing a group of horror-obsessed youngsters to save the world.
Arrow’s two-disc Limited Edition includes a 4K Dolby Vision presentation, two audio commentaries, the feature-length Monster Squad Forever documentary, deleted scenes, archive featurettes and, exclusively on the second Blu-ray disc, the acclaimed documentary Wolfman’s Got Nards, making this a dream release for lifelong Monster Squad fans. And yes… Wolfman’s got nards. ORDER HERE.
A Chinese Ghost Story Trilogy Arrives in Stunning 4K
Hong Kong cinema receives one of its biggest boutique releases of the year with A Chinese Ghost Story Trilogy.
Produced by legendary filmmaker Tsui Hark, the trilogy blends supernatural horror, romance, comedy and astonishing martial arts action into one of the defining fantasy series of Hong Kong cinema. Featuring stars including Leslie Cheung, Joey Wong, Wu Ma, Jacky Cheung and Tony Leung Chiu-Wai, the films remain hugely influential nearly forty years after the original’s release.
Arrow’s collection presents all three films in Dolby Vision 4K, complete with new and archival interviews, feature-length documentaries, audio commentaries, deleted scenes, collectors’ packaging and an extensive booklet celebrating the trilogy’s remarkable legacy. ORDER HERE.
Futureworld Returns to Delos in 4K
Science-fiction fans haven’t been forgotten either.
Following Arrow’s acclaimed release of Westworld, the label now brings Futureworld to 4K Ultra HD, allowing collectors to complete the pair.
Starring Peter Fonda, Blythe Danner and Yul Brynner, the 1976 sequel shifts from western thrills to conspiracy-driven science fiction as journalists uncover disturbing secrets beneath the polished exterior of the reopened Delos resort.
The new edition includes a fresh audio commentary, interviews, the rare NASA promotional featurette, trailers, reversible artwork and a collector’s booklet, making it the definitive home video release of the film. ORDER HERE.
Enter the Video Store Returns for Another Late-Night Rental
Arrow’s excellent Enter the Video Store line continues with Video Vengeance, another lovingly curated celebration of direct-to-video cult cinema.
This five-disc set collects Ministry of Vengeance, The Final Alliance, R.O.T.O.R., Hangfire and Joshua Tree, accompanied by brand-new restorations, newly produced interviews, audio commentaries, documentaries and a collector’s book. Featuring familiar faces including Dolph Lundgren, David Hasselhoff, John Saxon, Ken Foree and Yaphet Kotto, it’s another nostalgic trip back to the glory days of the video rental era. ORDER HERE.
Bruce Willis Returns in The Last Boy Scout
Action fans also have reason to celebrate as The Last Boy Scout receives a brand-new Arrow Limited Edition.
Directed by Tony Scott and written by Shane Black, the 1991 favourite stars Bruce Willis and Damon Wayans in one of the defining buddy-action films of the decade. Arrow’s new edition includes a fresh 4K restoration approved by cinematographer Ward Russell, Dolby Vision, Dolby Atmos audio, new interviews with Shane Black and Danielle Harris, plus a host of additional archival material. ORDER HERE.
October 2026 is an Amazing month for Arrow Video
With boutique labels constantly raising the bar, it’s becoming increasingly difficult to pick a standout month—but Arrow may have just done exactly that. Between The Frighteners, Cujo, The Monster Squad, A Chinese Ghost Story Trilogy, Futureworld, Enter the Video Store: Video Vengeance and The Last Boy Scout, October 2026 is overflowing with releases that many collectors have wanted for years.
The only genuinely frightening thing about this announcement?
Trying to explain to your bank account why you’ve somehow “accidentally” pre-ordered the entire slate.
