NEW RELEASES Universal Studio February 2017

ACTION

Desierto
From the acclaimed filmmakers of Gravity comes the heart-pounding suspense-thriller, Desierto, starring Gael García Bernal and Jeffrey Dean Morgan. What begins as a hopeful journey becomes a primal fight for survival when a deranged, rifle-toting vigilante chases an unarmed group of men and women through the treacherous U.S.-Mexican border.

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The Take
Idis Elba stars in this fast-passed action thriller about a rogue CIA agent who helps a small-time criminal prove his innocence in the midst of an international conspiracy.

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COMEDY

Almost Christmas
A new comedy from writer/director David E. Talbert (Baggage Claim) and producer Will Packer (Ride Along), Almost Christmas tells the story of a beloved patriarch who asks his family for one gift this season: to get along. If they can honor that wish and spend five days together without killing one another, it will be a Christmas miracle.

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The Edge of Seventeen
In the vein of classic coming-of-age films like Sixteen Candles and The Breakfast Club, The Edge of Seventeen is an honest and hilarious comedy about an awkward teen (Hailee Steinfeld) tackling the challenges of high school alone, after her best friend (Haley Lu Richardson) begins dating her all-star brother (Blake Jenner) behind her back.

Own it now on Digital HD. February 14 on Blu-ray & DVD.

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FAMILY

Thomas & Friends^™: Extraordinary Engines
Excitement spreads with the arrival of a new engine. Worrying they’ll be replaced by the fast and modern Hugo, the engines fail to be good friends. They realize that Hugo is a very special engine who belongs on the rails. Elsewhere Percy hunts for trolls and Skiff searches for a mermaid. Discover the wonders of dreaming big in 6 adventures!

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Thomas & Friends^™: The Adventure Begins
All aboard for Thomas’ very first adventure! A little tank engine discovers a big new world when he arrives on the Island of Sodor. Escapades abound as Thomas explores his new home and meets some Really Useful new friends. Finding the true blue meaning of hard work and friendship, Thomas transforms into the Number 1 engine!

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Thomas & Friends^™: Whale of a Tale & Other Sodor Adventures
Thomas and his friends have tall tales to tell. A rumor about Toby spreads across the island, as Henry believes he has the chickenpox. Thomas blames his blunders on an imaginary engine, and when Toad spots a stranded whale…it really is a whale of a tale! Join Thomas & Friends in 5 engine packed episodes!

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Thomas & Friends^™: Wild Water Rescue & Other Engine Adventures
Thomas & Friends take the plunge! Diesel gets Percy wet, while Gordon loses his buffer. Percy steams music out of a calliope and goes “Monster Spotting”, as Thomas hears the true sounds of Sodor. Elsewhere the engines deliver Sir Topham Hatt the best birthday present ever! Sound the whistle with Thomas & Friends in 6 adventures!

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Curious George: Egg Hunting
Join the world’s favorite monkey as he and his friends search for an egg’s missing nest, rescue hungry bunnies, explore the magic of colors and much more. Through every fun-filled misadventure, George shows how curiosity can lead to great discoveries.

Own it February 21 on DVD.

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DRAMA

Frank & Lola
A seductive and intense noir romance for our times, Frank & Lola is the story of two people locked in a battle of passion and obsession. When chef Frank meets fashion designer Lola, he is instantly and violently in love. As the secrets of Lola’s dark past are revealed, the lovers are drawn into a web of sex, jealousy and revenge.

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Loving
Based on the landmark Supreme Court case, an interracial couple fights the law that they cannot be recognized as married in the state of Virginia.

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Bleed for This
Miles Teller (Whiplash) and Aaron Eckhart (The Dark Knight) give the performance of their careers in Bleed For This, the incredible true story of one of the greatest comebacks in sports history. After severing his spine, boxing champ Vinny Pazienza trains to return to the ring in just a year for what could be the last fight of his life.

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Priceless
In this moving tale of love, strength, and redemption, a desperate and conflicted man is compelled to help two frightened sisters who he discovers are the cargo of the truck he agreed to deliver cross-country. Includes insightful bonus material and a special performance featuring the GRAMMY Award-winning band, for KING & COUNTRY.

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Nocturnal Animals
From writer/director Tom Ford comes the story of an unhappily married woman who receives a manuscript from her ex-husband causing her to reexamine her life and reawaken long lost feelings. Starring Amy Adams and Jake Gyllenhaal

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COLLECTIONS

3-Movie Laugh Pack

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4-Movie Laugh Pack

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4-Movie Laugh Pack

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4-Movie Collection

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Beethoven: The Complete Collection

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Revelation Road: Triple Feature

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The Huntsman: 2 Movie Collection

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NEW TO BLU-RAY™

The Ghost and Mr. Chicken

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It Came from Outer Space

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October Sky

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