CODA: A Heartfelt Tale of Family and Music Now Available on Blu-Ray

Three years ago, Apple surprised everyone by winning the Academy Award for Best Picture with “CODA.” Now, Apple has announced that the film will be released on physical media, marking a first for the tech giant. While Apple has previously released films like “On the Rocks” and “F1 The Movie” on Blu-ray, this will be the first time a film is published directly by Apple.

“CODA” is considered a crown jewel in Apple’s Original Films lineup, as it was the first streaming service film to win the Best Picture Oscar. The film also made history by winning Best Supporting Actor for Troy Kotsur, the first Deaf male performer to win an Oscar. Additionally, writer-director Siân Heder won Best Adapted Screenplay.

The success of “CODA” at the Oscars was a significant achievement for Apple TV, which was relatively new at the time. The film’s recognition at prestigious award ceremonies like the Screen Actors Guild, Producers’ Guild of America, and Sundance Film Festival further solidified its place in cinematic history.

While “CODA” continues to be available on Apple TV, Apple is now releasing the film on Blu-ray and DVD for fans and collectors. The physical media formats include a premium 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray, a 1080p Blu-ray, and a standard DVD. This move allows more people to access the film without a subscription to Apple TV.

The decision to release “CODA” on physical media raises questions about Apple’s future strategy for Original Films. However, the long-awaited disc debut of “CODA” is seen as a fitting encore for the film that put Apple on the Oscar stage. Whether this signals a broader physical media strategy for Apple Original Films remains to be seen, but fans can now enjoy “CODA” in a tangible format.

In conclusion, the release of “CODA” on Blu-ray and DVD signifies a new chapter for Apple’s Original Films. The film’s success at the Oscars and other prestigious award ceremonies has solidified its place in cinematic history. As Apple continues to expand its content offerings, the physical media release of “CODA” is a significant milestone for the tech giant.