Disney•Pixar’s COCO Now on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray, DVD, and On-Demand

Just when you think Pixar can’t possibly top themselves, they throw something like Coco at you.  If you’ve seen the movie already, then you know exactly what I mean, and if you haven’t, then put it on your family movie night list pronto.

The film takes place in a small village in Mexico, where young Miguel yearns to become a musician. Defying his family’s ban on music, he decides to follow in the footsteps of his idol, Ernesto de la Cruz, but his ambition ends up putting him smack in the middle of the Land of the Dead.

If he’s to rejoin the living and be allowed to pursue his dream, he needs to get the blessing of a relative, and he must do so by sunrise.  As you can imagine, his journey is peppered with colorful characters and amusing (and sometimes perilous) exploits, all of which teach Miguel the importance of family and following your dreams.

Along the way, you’ll get a little instruction on Mexican culture, including everything you ever wanted to know about ofrendas and the Day of the Dead.  Of course, you can depend on Pixar to treat you to some stunning visuals while this is happening.

It should come as no surprise that music is an integral component of the story too.  While it’s more of a movie with music than a full-blown musical, songs like “Remember Me” do an amazing job of immersing you in the story and helping you connect with the characters.

And that’s really what Coco is all about:  connections.  I’ve heard about a million people talk about how Coco is about death, but that’s not really it at all.  It’s about sharing stories and experiences with your family and remembering those who came before you, and in essence, where you come from.  The tale of Coco is beautifully told; you’ll laugh, you’ll cry, and you’ll want to discover all the things you don’t know about yourself.

Coco is now available to own, and there’s a format for everyone. The Multi-screen Edition includes Blu-ray, DVD, and a Digital copy, giving viewers the flexibility to watch the film on different devices. If you’re fancy and have 4K Ultra HD capability, you can choose the Digital 4K Ultra HD or the 4K UHD Combo Pack, which includes 4K UHD, Blu-ray, and a Digital copy. The best part of owning is that you get all the fun bonus material!

I know that you know how much my family and I are into the special features, and Coco does not disappoint.  In fact, it goes above and beyond.  You could certainly make an evening out of these gems alone:

Blu-ray & Digital

• Deleted Scenes with Introductions – Director Lee Unkrich and co-director Adrian Molina talk about the deleted scenes and the part they played in the development of “Coco.”
  • Día de los Muertos – In this musical extravaganza, the colors and excitement of Día de los Muertos come to life as we meet superstar Ernesto de la Cruz.
  • The Way of the Riveras – A musical number in which Abuelita and Miguel prepare their Día de los Muertos celebration while she teaches him Rivera family history and traditions.
  • Celebrity Tour – Héctor, a Land of the Dead tour bus guide, agrees to help Miguel, revealed to be a living boy, on his quest to find de la Cruz.
  • The Bus Escape – The Rivera family catches up to Miguel and Héctor and attempts to halt their mission to find de la Cruz.
  • Alebrije Attack – Miguel and Héctor are interrupted on their journey to find de la Cruz by a fierce alebrije.
  • The Family Fix – After de la Cruz reveals his true colors, the Rivera family puts their dismay aside and comes together to repair the smashed guitar needed to send Miguel home.
  • To the Bridge – As the Land of the Dead counts down to the end of Día de los Muertos, Miguel and de la Cruz come head-to-head on the marigold bridge.
• Filmmaker Commentary – Presented by Lee Unkrich (director), Adrian Molina (co-director) and Darla K. Anderson (producer).
• The Music of “Coco” – Collaborating with musicians of Mexico and some unique instrumentation, this documentary explores the beautiful fusion of music essential to the story of “Coco.”
• Paths to Pixar: “Coco” – Explore how the film crew’s personal stories resonate with the themes of the movie itself.
• Welcome to the Fiesta – A musical exploration of the skeletons that make the Land of the Dead in “Coco” so wondrous and intriguing.
• How to Draw a Skeleton – Pixar artist Daniel Arriaga gives a lesson on the quick and easy way to draw skeletons using simple shapes.
• A Thousand Pictures a Day – Join the “Coco” crew on an immersive travelogue through Mexico, visiting families, artisans, cemeteries, and small villages during the Día de los Muertos holiday.
• Mi Familia – Developing the Riveras was a labor of love that took the cast and crew on a deep dive into the meaning of family.
• Land of Our Ancestors – Watch Pixar artists lovingly construct layer upon layer of architecture from many eras of Mexican history, bringing the Land of the Dead to life.
• Fashion Through the Ages – The cast of characters in “Coco” is from many different eras, making for some magnificent costuming opportunities.
• The Real Guitar – The majestic guitar that spurs Miguel on his journey through the Land of the Dead is a unique creation. Watch as it is initially designed by a Pixar artist and ultimately realized as a real instrument by a master luthier in this poetic ode to craftsmanship.
• Dante – How the crew fell in love with the uniquely Mexican breed of Xoloitzcuintli (or “Xolo”) dogs that inspired Dante.
• How to Make Papel Picado – Join Pixar artist Ana Ramírez González as we learn how papel picado is made traditionally, and then try your own approach to this beautiful art form.
• Un Poco “Coco” – A montage of original animated pieces used to promote “Coco.”
• “Coco Trailers” – Trailers include “Feeling,” “Dante’s Lunch,” “Destiny,” “Journey” and “Belong.”

Incredible, right?!  Go ahead and pass out the tissue boxes (you’re going to need them), and get your family ready to experience a dazzling other-worldly adventure of a movie.   I promise you won’t be able to get enough of Coco!