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The Nightmare Before Christmas 25th Anniversary Edition Arrives on Blu-ray Sept. 2

In “The Nightmare Before Christmas,” Jack Skellington (singing voice of Elfman and speaking voice of Chris Sarandon), Halloweentown’s beloved Pumpkin King, is bored with the same old annual scare-and-scream routine and longs to spread the joy of Christmas. But his newfound obsession puts Santa in jeopardy and creates a nightmare for good little boys and girls everywhere. Jack is surrounded by a creepy and captivating cast of characters, including Sally (voice of Catherine O’Hara), a resourceful rag doll that has trouble fitting in, like her good friend Jack; mad scientist Dr. Finklestein (voice of William Hickey); the two-faced Mayor of Halloweentown (voice of Glenn Shadix); Oogie Boogie (voice of Ken Page), a rambling, gambling bag of bugs; and Lock (voice of Paul Reubens), one in a trio of trick-or-treating troublemakers.


Everyone Hail to the Pumpkin King!

“The Nightmare Before Christmas” 25th Anniversary Edition
Arrives on Digital and Blu-ray™ Sept. 2

The new edition of the cult classic treats viewers to stunning stop-motion animation, memorable music, edgy extras and for the first time—a full sing-along!


BURBANK, Calif. (July 31, 2018) — Tim Burton’s “The Nightmare Before Christmas,” the stop-motion animated musical-fantasy following Pumpkin King Jack Skellington’s misguided mission to make Yuletide his own, was hailed as a macabre masterpiece when it debuted in 1993 and holds a 95% critics rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Twenty-five years later, fans can relive the merry misadventure—and sing or shriek along in brand-new sing-along mode—with the 25th Anniversary Edition of “The Nightmare Before Christmas.” Viewers can get their spook on instantly via Digital, Movies Anywhere and on Blu-ray Sept. 2.

The new edition audiences to experience “The Nightmare Before Christmas” two different ways: the original, full-length film, in which the holidays collide with chaotic and comical consequences, and all-new sing-along mode, which includes pop-up lyrics to 11 unforgettable songs like “What’s This” and “This Is Halloween.” The Multi-Screen Edition of “The Nightmare Before Christmas” includes a Blu-ray and Digital Code giving viewers the flexibility to watch the film on different devices.

Bonus Features*:
BLU-RAY & DIGITAL:
  • ALL-NEW BONUS FEATURES
Song Selection - Shriek along with these ghoulish tunes from the movie, or just lend an ear if you find singing to be particularly ghastly.
    • “This Is Halloween”
    • “Jack’s Lament”
    • “What’s This?”
    • “Town Meeting Song”
    • “Jack’s Obsession”
    • “Kidnap the Sandy Claws”
    • “Making Christmas”
    • “Oogie Boogie’s Song”
    • “Sally’s Song:
    • “Poor Jack”
    • “Finale/Reprise”
  • CLASSIC BONUS FEATURES
The Making of
    • The Beginning - Tim Burton and the filmmakers detail the early stages of the beloved film.
    • Music - Discover how composer and lyricist Danny Elfman expressed Tim Burton's unique vision through the timeless songs heard in the film.
    • Storyboards - In the storyboard phase, visual representations are first drawn for each scene and then put together in sequential order.
    • Art Direction - From camera angles to miniature sets, just about every detail of the film was meticulously plotted by the filmmakers.
    • Puppets - All of the characters' puppet models are constructed in a process that takes them from their metal base to the final painted mold.
    • Animation - An incredible mix of artistry and patience is required to produce the stop-motion magic of “The Nightmare Before Christmas.”
  • Deleted Storyboards
    • Behomoth Singing - In this unused storyboard sequence, we learn there may have been more to Behemoth than the overalls let on.
    • Oogie Boogie with Dancing Bugs - Unused because of its difficulty to animate—take a look at this storyboard sequence where Oogie Boogie cuts a rug with some bugs.
    • Alternate Identity of Oogie Boogie - Although never used in the final film, Oogie Boogie was almost a mere alter ego for someone very close to Jack and Sally.
  • Deleted Animated Sequences
    • Vampire Hockey Players - Tim Burton almost had quite the grotesque cameo, but he was replaced by a pumpkin in the final film.
    • Lock, Shock and Barrel - Lock, Shock and Barrel settle in for a front-row seat while Oogie Boogie terrorizes Santa and Sally.
    • Oogie Boogie Shadow Dance - The Boogie Man was never one to shy away from the spotlight, as is evident in this deleted dance sequence.
  • Tim Burton’s Early Film: “Frankenweenie” (Uncut Version) - Before Tim Burton gave us all nightmares, he created this electrifying short film that replaces Frankenstein's monster with a dog.
  • “What’s This?” Jack’s Haunted Mansion Tour - Take a ride through Jack's Haunted Mansion Holiday and see how Disney Imagineers transformed an iconic Disneyland attraction.
  • Tim Burton’s Original Poem Narrated by Christopher Lee - Hear Hollywood legend Christopher Lee narrate the poem that inspired the movie. Set over illustrations based on Tim Burton's art.
  • Storyboard-to-Film Comparison - See the final version of Jack's Christmas pitch to the people of Halloween Town next to the original storyboards.
  • Theatrical Trailer - In this theatrical trailer, enter a place where every day is Halloween—till Jack Skellington shares his unique view of Christmas!
  • Teaser Trailer - This trailer highlights Disney's long history with technology in filmmaking and heralds a new collaboration with Tim Burton.

BLU-RAY EXCLUSIVES:
  • Tim Burton’s Early Film: “Vincent” - Vincent Price himself narrates this stop-motion tale of little Vincent Malloy and his fascination with the macabre.
  • Posters - Take a look at some promotional posters from the movie's release.

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