Universal Studios Home Entertainment Announces

Universal Studios Home Entertainment Announces

'Seed of Chucky'

Unrated and Fully Extended

The Version You Couldn't See In Theaters Plus Exclusive Bonus Features Unleashing More Unbridled Horror On DVD and VHS June 7, 2005

UNIVERSAL CITY, Calif., May 10 /PRNewswire/ -- Freddy. Jason. Leatherface. Pinhead. Michael Myers. The Crypt Keeper. When one conjures modern classic horror, such iconic characters immediately top splatter fans' lists. Now Universal Studios Home Entertainment unleashes its most popular and revered horror character of the past 25 years in his fifth movie outing -- Chucky, every horror fan's favorite notorious killer doll. Spawned by the immensely successful 1988 film, "Child's Play," the $200 million franchise is back and bloodier than ever in "Seed of Chucky Unrated and Fully Extended," coming to DVD on June 7, 2005. Even more scary and gory than the R-rated theatrical release, "Seed of Chucky Unrated and Fully Extended" offers viewers an extra slice of murderous fun that Fangoria Magazine's Michael Gingold called "a wicked good time." When Chucky takes a stab at fatherhood, mayhem ensues like never before in a Chucky film. Also available in the R-rated version, the DVD and VHS are priced at $29.98 SRP.

"Seed of Chucky" is directed with blood-curdling delight by Don Mancini (creator of the "Chucky" series and screenwriter on all five movies), stars Jennifer Tilly ("Liar, Liar," "Bride of Chucky"), hip-hop sensation Redman ("How High"), pop star Hannah Spearritt (of S Club 7 fame), and cult director/actor John Waters ("Cecil B. DeMented," "Serial Mom"), plus the voice talents of Billy Boyd ("The Lord of the Rings" trilogy) and the original Chucky, Brad Dourif.

Bonus Features

The "Seed of Chucky" DVD is filled with never-before-seen bonus features destined to satisfy any bloodthirsty fan's curiosity:

Family Hell-iday Slide Show -- Chucky, Tiffany, and Glen(da) host the
first viewing of their exploits and axe-wounds through Paris, New York,
and Hollywood, proving that the family that slays together, stays
together.

Tilly on "The Tonight Show" -- Jennifer Tilly fills in "The Tonight
Show's" Jay Leno about the blood, sweat, and tears that go into working
with Chucky and Redman. Especially the blood.

Conceiving the "Seed of Chucky" -- A three-part documentary looks into
the legacy of Chucky through nearly two decades, five films, hundreds of
gallons of blood, numerous puppeteers and countless victims.

FuZion Up Close with the "Seed of Chucky" stars -- The cameras of mun2 go
behind-the-scenes for revealing interviews with Chucky and Tiffany, who
speak publicly about their lives as a Hollywood couple.

Audio Commentary with Writer/Director Don Mancini and Jennifer Tilly

Plus, the "Seed of Chucky Unrated and Fully Extended" edition also includes the following material that's just too extreme to be shown in theaters:

Slashed Scene -- With audio commentary by Don Mancini and
Debbie Carrington.

Heeeere's Chucky -- Chucky sits down for an interview with Jim Moret.

Chucky's Insider Facts On Demand

Storyboard To Final Feature Comparison

Audio Commentary with Writer/Director Don Mancini and Head Puppeteer Tony
Gardner

Synopsis

Everyone's favorite killer doll returns -- as the Chucky legacy continues with the introduction of an all-new family member! This time around, Chucky (voiced again by Brad Dourif) and his homicidal honey Tiffany are brought back to life by their orphan offspring, Glen. Then, the outrageous action goes Hollywood, as Chucky and his bride take Tinseltown by storm, unleashing a wild new rampage of murderous mayhem! Featuring Academy Award nominee Jennifer Tilly (as herself and the voice of Tiffany) and hip-hop star Redman, it's all about family values, Chucky-style!

CAST & FILMMAKERS
Director: Don Mancini
Screenwriter: Don Mancini
Producers: David Kirschner, Corey Sienega
Executive Producer: Guy J. Louthan
Director of Photography: Vernon Layton, B.S.C.
Production Designers: Peter James Russell, Christian Niculescu
Editor: Chris Dickens
Music: Pino Donaggio
Costume Designer: Oana Paunescu
Cast: Jennifer Tilly, Redman, Hannah Spearritt, John Waters, Billy Boyd,
Brad Dourif

TECHNICAL INFORMATION
DVD (Unrated and Fully Extended)
Street Date: June 7, 2005
Copyright: 2005 Universal Studios. All Rights Reserved.
Price: $29.98SRP
Selection Numbers: 27452 (Anamorphic Widescreen)
Running Time: 1 Hour 28 Minutes
Layers: Dual
Aspect Ratio: Anamorphic Widescreen (1.85:1)
Rating: Unrated
Technical Info: English Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround/English DTS 5.1
Surround; English captions; Spanish and French subtitles

DVD (R Rated)
Street Date: June 7, 2005
Copyright: 2005 Universal Studios. All Rights Reserved.
Price: $29.98SRP
Selection Numbers: 26243 (Full Frame); 25801 (Anamorphic Widescreen)
Running Time: 1 Hour 26 Minutes
Layers: Dual
Aspect Ratio: Full Frame (1.33:1); Anamorphic Widescreen (1.85:1)
Rating: R (for strong horror violence/gore, sexual content and language)
Technical Info: English Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround/English DTS 5.1
Surround; French Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround; English
captions; Spanish and French subtitles

VHS (R Rated)
Street Date: June 7, 2005
Copyright: 2005 Universal Studios. All Rights Reserved.
Price: $29.98SRP
Selection Number: 62818
Running Time 1 Hour and 27 Minutes
Aspect Ratio: Full Frame (1.33:1)
Rating: R (for strong horror violence/gore, sexual content and language)
Sound: Hi-Fi Stereo Surround

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CONTACTS

Universal Studios Home Entertainment
Vivian Mayer Lea Porteneuve
Senior Vice President, Publicity Vice President, Publicity
(818) 777-3594 (818) 777-1391

Evan Fong Craig Radow
Executive Director, Publicity Manager, Print Publicity
(818) 777-5540 (818) 777-4572

Source: Universal Studios Home Entertainment

CONTACT: Vivian Mayer, Senior Vice President, Publicity,
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or Craig Radow, Manager, Print Publicity, +1-818-777-4572, all of Universal
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