It’s official! Marvel has its first horror film, and oh man…is it frightfully good! 

Finally making his return to the superhero franchise after delivering the last installment of his famous Spider-Man trilogy fifteen years ago, it seems only appropriate that Marvel Studio’s inaugural horror picture is helmed by none other than Sam Raimi. And let me tell you…Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness has Raimi’s bloody fingerprints are ALL OVER it, bringing not only the scare but also the style.

Dropping you straight into a multiverse chase scene, the film wastes no time getting the action started. There we meet both an alternate version of Dr. Strange (Benedict Cumberbatch) and America Chavez (Xochitl Gomez) trying to evade a giant demon until the Strange we are familiar with wakes up, only to find out it was just an awful dream…or was it? Accidentally ending up in Strange’s universe, Chavez is saved by Strange and Wong – excuse me – Supreme Sorcerer Wong (Benedict Wong) from a giant demon that bares the markings of ancient runes – runes of witchcraft. Who, by chance, would Dr. Strange know that might be familiar with such things? Perhaps the heartbroken Wanda Maximoff (Elizabeth Olsen). But in seeking out Wanda, he finds the Scarlet Witch instead, who, turns out, is the one who is after Chavez.

THIS is the moment where the film really starts, and the crazy, camp-filled horror of Raimi is in full swing. Blood, jump-scares, gruesome kills, a moment or two or body-horror, and even zombies – this movie takes pride in being unabashedly bonkers and that is precisely what makes the film so awesome. There is never a shortage of crazy camera movements or shots that will send chills down your spine. It is so drastically different and daring in style from other Marvel projects that it does not feel like any other movie in the MCU.

And after introducing her character way-back-when in 2015’s Avengers: Age of Ultron, it is so satisfying to see Olsen finally being able to go full Scarlet Witch, and she absolutely knocks it out of the park. Being terrifying, badass, and heartbreaking, Olsen’s commitment to the character’s insanity and tragic story is unmatched by any other performance in the film.

For all of those who have been eagerly waiting for Sam Raimi’s return, you will not be disappointed. While Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness does possess some Marvel predictabilities, they are knowingly inescapable and are easily forgiven. But in spite of that, it is a great return for Raimi, and it is a great addition to the MCU. With Marvel giving Raimi as much freedom as they did, this film has the feel of a good ol’ balls-to-the-wall horror film. I think many Marvel fans will relish in the departure of norm for the studio, but I also have a feeling that opinions might be a bit polarizing. (Oh, how I love a divisive film!) 

Like it says in the title, Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, is madness. Glorious…horror-filled madness that is just so much fun, and it is now playing in theaters everywhere!

4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray + Digital HD

Home Video Distributor: Disney / Buena Vista
Available on Blu-ray/4K UHD - October 12, 2021
Screen Formats: 2.39:1
Subtitles: English
Audio: English: Dolby Atmos; English: Dolby TrueHD 7.1; Spanish: Dolby Digital Plus 7.1; French: Dolby Digital 5.1
Discs: 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Disc; Two-disc set
Region Encoding: 4K region-free; blu-ray locked to Region A

Journey into the unknown in Marvel Studios’ Doctor Strange In The Multiverse of Madness. When the MCU unlocks the Multiverse, Doctor Strange (Benedict Cumberbatch) must enlist help from old and new allies as her traverses mind-bending and dangerous alternate realities in order to confront a surprising new adversary. Enter a new dimension of Strange in this supernatural adventure filled with plot twists and exhilarating action sequences.

Video

Presented in its original 2.39:1 aspect ratio, the 2160p High-Definition transfer give the film a nice clean look. The wide color spectrum makes the reds, blues, greens, and more absolutely pop off of the screen with a great vibrancy. And the depth of the dark tones and shadows are shown off with a great intensity in the horror sequences.

Audio

Whether you select the Dolby Atoms or the DTS-HD 7.1 Master Audio, this is a soundtrack made for the home theater experience with every single channel being utilized to its full potential. With a great range and depth for the sounds of dialogue, the score, and the sound effects, the action sequences pack an extra powerful punch, and the spooky sounds of horror send intense shivers down the spine of the viewer. The closet thing you can get to reliving the theater experience at home.

Supplements:

Commentary:

• Commentary with director Sam Raimi, producer Richie Palmer, and writer Michael Waldron

Special Features:

• Constructing the Multiverse
• Method to the Madness
• Introducing America Chavez
• Gag Reel
• Deleted Scenes

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MPAA Rating: PG-13 for intense sequences of violence and action, frightening images and some language.
Runtime: 126 mins
Director: Sam Raimi
Writer: Michael Waldron
Cast: Benedict Cumberbatch; Elizabeth Olsen; Chiwetel Ejiofor
Genre: Action | Horror
Tagline: Enter a new dimension of Strange.
Memorable Movie Quote: "I hope you understand. The greatest threat to our universe... is you."
Theatrical Distributor: Marvel Studios
Official Site: https://movies.disney.com/doctor-strange-in-the-multiverse-of-madness
Release Date: May 6, 2022
DVD/Blu-ray Release Date:
Synopsis: Dr. Stephen Strange casts a forbidden spell that opens the doorway to the multiverse, including alternate versions of himself, whose threat to humanity is too great for the combined forces of Strange, Wong, and Wanda Maximoff.