Celebrate Halloween by grabbing one of the stunning, recently released 4K Steelbook Editions of Stanley Kubrick’s *The Shining* and other Stephen King classics. The Film Vault’s new Special Edition and Solus Steelbook Edition are currently available on Amazon.
The Solus Steelbook Edition includes an acetate slipcover. For those seeking more, the Special Edition is packed with exclusive extras: a unique themed cigar box, also with an acetate slipcover, two distinct posters, five character art cards, three fascinating behind-the-scenes cards, and a holographic sticker, numbered to a limited 6,000 copies.
*The Shining* Film Vault collectibles are crafted in the UK but are conveniently available for order from Amazon’s US storefront with free international shipping. Although delivery to the US typically takes about two weeks, the complimentary international shipping makes it an excellent value. Both the 4K Blu-ray and 1080p Blu-ray discs included are region-free.
More Stephen King Steelbook Edition Deals
Beyond *The Shining*, Amazon is also offering fantastic limited-time discounts on other Stephen King 4K Blu-ray Steelbook Editions, with some up to 50% off. These deals are a perfect way to expand your horror collection. Look out for special offers on *Carrie*, *Creepshow*, *The Dead Zone* (an Amazon exclusive), and *Children of the Corn* editions. Additionally, the standard 4K Blu-ray of *The Shining* is available at a reduced price, and you can pair it with its sequel, *Doctor Sleep*, for a great value. Even the 1997 miniseries adaptation of *The Shining* on Blu-ray is seeing an all-time low price. Many other Stephen King movies on 4K Blu-ray and TV series box sets are also discounted.
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- The Shining Solus Steelbook
- The Shining Special Edition Steelbook
- Children of the Corn Steelbook Edition (1984) (Blu-ray)
- Children of the Corn: Steelbook Edition (2020)
- The Shining (1997 TV Series)
- The Shining (1980) (4K Blu-ray)
- Doctor Sleep: Director’s Cut (4K Blu-ray)
Interestingly, these Film Vault editions of *The Shining* were originally intended as Walmart exclusives in the US, with higher initial prices. However, many preorders through Walmart were unfortunately canceled due to inventory issues. Amazon has now made these coveted editions accessible.
*The Shining* is part of The Film Vault Wave 3, which also features the iconic 1982 supernatural horror film, *Poltergeist*. Amazon also carries *Poltergeist*’s Special Edition and Solus Steelbook editions, both shipping from Amazon UK and including region-free 4K and 1080p Blu-ray discs. All four releases in this wave boast stunning designs by Vice Press in collaboration with Warner Bros. UK.
The Film Vault Wave 3 at Amazon
- The Shining Solus Steelbook (4K)
- The Shining Special Edition Steelbook (4K)
- Poltergeist Solus Steelbook (4K)
- Poltergeist Special Edition Steelbook (4K)
If you’re unfamiliar, The Film Vault is a premium series of collectible editions that celebrates classic movies from the Warner Bros. and Universal Pictures libraries. Launched in 2022 by the UK-based Vice Press, known for its licensed movie collectibles and artwork, these limited-edition 4K Blu-rays are all region-free, making them desirable finds for international collectors.
The Shining Special Edition: Exclusive Details
The Special Edition’s cigar box prominently displays a large silhouette of Jack Torrance with his iconic axe, overlooking the chilling Overlook Hotel. The back of the box features Jack’s typewriter, infamously typing ‘All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy’ repeatedly.
The eight art cards are housed in an envelope that replicates this iconic ‘All Work and No Play’ page. Five character cards showcase memorable film stills, while the other three offer rare behind-the-scenes production photos, including one of Stanley Kubrick on set.
The stunning steelbook artwork is also featured on a new movie poster by Matt Ferguson and Florey of Vice Press. A second poster is a retouched version of Saul Bass’ original 1980 theatrical release promotional art for *The Shining*.
The acetate slipcover for the Special Edition goes over the cigar box, with the title and logos printed on it, allowing for a text-free display option. This edition includes the 4K Blu-ray and a standard Blu-ray with special features.
- Steelbook with exclusive artwork
- Cigar Box with new artwork and Acetate slipcover
- Remove slipcover for text-free display box
- 2 Posters
- New artwork by Matt Ferguson & Florey
- Retouched version of Saul Bass’ 1980 Theatrical Poster
- Art Cards
- 5 Character Cards
- 3 Behind-the-Scenes Cards
- “All Work and No Play” Envelope for Art Cards
- Numbered Holographic Sticker
- The Shining on 4K Blu-ray
- The Shining & Special Features on Blu-ray
The Shining Solus Steelbook: Key Features
The Solus Steelbook Edition features the same striking steelbook case as the Special Edition, but without the outer box. Its acetate slipcover fits directly over the steelbook, offering the same option to display the artwork with or without text. To be clear: This is the same steelbook case found in the Special Edition.
The new artwork by Matt Ferguson & Florey from Vice Press beautifully depicts the scene where Jack Torrance navigates the hedge maze. The back cover showcases the bathroom door where Danny wrote “Redrum,” while the interior artwork features the hedge maze on both sides.
- Steelbook with exclusive artwork
- Acetate sleeve
- Remove sleeve for text-free display case
- The Shining on 4K Blu-ray
- The Shining on Blu-ray
*The Shining*’s 4K Blu-ray, originally released in 2019, remains one of the best restorations of a film from its era today. Displayed in native 4K (2160p), The Shining supports Dolby Vision and HDR10+. For audio, it has DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 surround sound.
The Shining Special Features
All 4K and Blu-ray editions of *The Shining* come with a handful of great special features. The 4K and 1080p discs include an optional commentary track with Kubrick’s biographer John Baxter and Steadicam inventor Garrett Brown. The other bonus features, including:
- The Making of The Shining (35 minutes)
- View from the Overlook: Crafting The Shining (26 minutes)
- The Visions of Stanley Kubrick (15 minutes)
- Wendy Carlos, Composer (7 minutes)
These are only found on the standard Blu-ray disc.
The Shining & Doctor Sleep by Stephen King
Stanley Kubrick’s *The Shining* is a cinematic adaptation of Stephen King’s iconic 1977 horror novel. King famously expressed his dislike for Kubrick’s version, leading to a more faithful miniseries adaptation in 1997, which, while not as critically acclaimed, is still highly recommended for fans of the book. A Blu-ray edition of *The Shining* miniseries was released in 2024.
In 2013, Stephen King released *Doctor Sleep*, a direct sequel to *The Shining*, featuring a grown-up Danny Torrance. This novel was adapted into a 2019 film directed by Mike Flanagan. Both the *Doctor Sleep* novel and film are well-regarded, though they typically don’t reach the legendary status of the original *Shining* film.
Fans can find both *The Shining* and *Doctor Sleep* novels at reduced prices in hardcover and paperback editions. *The Shining* trade paperback and a vintage hardcover are currently on sale, as are the hardcover and paperback versions of *Doctor Sleep*.
- Stephen King’s The Shining (Hardcover)
- Stephen King’s The Shining (Paperback)
- Doctor Sleep (Hardcover)
- Doctor Sleep (Paperback)
Stanley Kubrick’s The Shining Compendium
For the ultimate fan willing to delve deeper, *Stanley Kubrick’s The Shining Compendium* is an unparalleled two-volume, 1,396-page hardcover box set. Designed by M/M Paris and published by Taschen, this comprehensive work offers an astounding look into the film’s creation.
Written by J.W. Rinzler and edited by Pixar director Lee Unkrich, the compendium draws from hundreds of hours of interviews and extensive research. The first book, with an introduction by Steven Spielberg, meticulously chronicles every production step, providing an unmatched level of detail. The second volume is a beautiful scrapbook filled with photographs, artwork, and production documents.
This compendium is considered an essential collection of behind-the-scenes material. It is currently available on Amazon, but its limited nature suggests it may not always be in stock.
Upcoming Kubrick Release
For devoted Stanley Kubrick enthusiasts, another exciting 4K Blu-ray release is on the horizon: *Eyes Wide Shut*, the director’s final masterpiece, is set to join The Criterion Collection on November 25th.