Battle Royale Turns 25 — And Lionsgate Is Celebrating With a Killer 4K Ultra HD™ Steelbook Release!

Class is officially back in session… and it’s more dangerous (and collectible) than ever. In honor of its explosive 25th anniversary, Kinji Fukasaku’s legendary dystopian shocker Battle Royale is making its debut in 4K Ultra HD™ on December 9, 2025, courtesy of Lionsgate.

Fans can snag the Limited Exclusive 4K Ultra HD™ + Blu-ray™ + Digital Steelbook® for $49.99 — or go all-in (survival style) with the Steelbook® + T-Shirt Bundle, priced at $74.99. Either way, it’s the perfect chance to revisit one of the most controversial, influential, and emotionally charged action films ever made.

The Film That Shocked the World (Again, and Again…)

Before phrases like “battle royale” took over pop culture, this film defined the idea of kids forced into brutal survival competition. Set in a future where Japan’s social structure has collapsed, the government passes the infamous BR Law, selecting one ninth-grade class each year to fight to the death on a remote island.

Exploding collars, random weapons, shattered alliances, first loves, last breaths — Battle Royale pulls no punches. Featuring Chiaki Kuriyama (Kill Bill) and screen legend Takeshi Kitano, the film’s blend of savagery, satire, and raw emotion propelled it into global cult status — and, in some places, straight onto the banned list.

Now, it’s back and looking sharper than ever in its first-ever 4K release.

What’s Inside the Steelbook? A Lot. Like… A Whole Lot.

Lionsgate packed this anniversary edition with both new and legacy features — a treasure trove for longtime fans and first-timers alike.

✨ New Bonus Content

• Kenta Fukasaku on Battle Royale
• Battle Royale: The Ripples of Violence

🎥 Classic & Archival Features

• The Making of Battle Royale
• Battle Royale Press Conference
• Instructional Video: Birthday Version
• Auditions & Rehearsals
• Special Effects Comparison
• Tokyo International Film Festival 2000
• Battle Royale Documentary
• Basketball Scene Rehearsals
• Behind-the-Scenes Featurettes
• On-set filming footage
• Original Theatrical Trailer
• Special Edition TV Spot
• TV Spot: Tarantino Version

Basically, it’s a survival pack of bonus content.

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A Cast You Won’t Forget

Featuring standout performances from:

• Tatsuya Fujiwara (Kaiji, Death Note, Battle Royale)
• Aki Maeda (Battle Royale II, The Cat Returns)
• Chiaki Kuriyama (Kill Bill Vol. 1 & 2)
• Tarô Yamamoto (Moon Child)
• Takashi Tsukamoto (Outrage)

Mark Your Calendars

Whether you’re a longtime devotee or about to experience your first trip to the island, this release is the ultimate way to celebrate 25 years of one of cinema’s most fearless films.

Available December 9, 2025 — only from Lionsgate.
Choose wisely. And as always… good luck.