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February 2026 Home Video Release Guide: A Month of Horror, Comedy, and Collector-Grade Classics

 


February 2026 is shaping up to be a packed and eclectic month for home video collectors, blending prestige restorations, cult horror favorites, studio comedies, family-friendly blockbusters, and buzzy new television. From grim British crime dramas and slasher sequels upgraded to 4K UHD, to nostalgic animation collections and steelbook reprints designed for shelf appeal, the month offers something for nearly every type of viewer. Below is a complete breakdown of February’s major home video releases, organized by street date, with brief synopses to help you decide what deserves a spot in your collection.


February 3, 2026



10 Rillington Place

Blu-ray, Mill Creek Entertainment

Genre: Drama, Crime

Based on real events, 10 Rillington Place is a chilling true-crime drama that explores the quiet horror of everyday evil. Richard Attenborough delivers a deeply unsettling performance as John Christie, a seemingly mild-mannered London tenant who uses deception and false medical knowledge to lure vulnerable women into his home, where they meet their deaths. The film also examines the tragic miscarriage of justice that follows, as an innocent man is wrongfully accused and executed for Christie’s crimes. Directed with restraint and realism, this is a sobering, deeply disturbing classic of British cinema, now arriving on Blu-ray for a new generation of viewers.


Friday the 13th Part 2

4K UHD, Paramount Pictures Corporation

Genre: Horror, Mystery

The legend of Jason Voorhees truly begins in Friday the 13th Part 2, which expands the mythology of the iconic slasher franchise. Set five years after the original Camp Crystal Lake murders, the film finds a new group of camp counselors ignoring dire warnings about the area’s dark past. Unknown to them, Jason, believed to be nothing more than a ghost story, has survived and now stalks the woods, driven by grief, rage, and a crude sack mask that predates his famous hockey gear. This 4K UHD release promises a sharper, more atmospheric presentation of one of the most important entries in slasher history.


February 10, 2026



Hanky Panky

Blu-ray, Mill Creek Entertainment

Genre: Comedy, Romance

A romantic comedy with a paranoid edge, Hanky Panky stars Gene Wilder as a mild-mannered man whose ordinary blind date spirals into chaos. After witnessing a murder he barely understands, Wilder’s character is thrust into a frantic cross-country chase involving espionage, assassins, and mistaken identity. Gilda Radner shines as his quick-witted, fearless companion, bringing warmth and energy to the screwball proceedings. Blending romance, comedy, and thriller elements, Hanky Panky remains a charming showcase for two of comedy’s most beloved performers.


You Are Immortal

Digital, Paramount Pictures Corporation

Genre: Drama, Science Fiction

Arriving exclusively on digital platforms, You Are Immortal explores the philosophical and emotional consequences of eternal life. When a groundbreaking discovery grants a select few the ability to stop aging, society fractures along moral, economic, and emotional lines. As characters grapple with love, ambition, and the fear of outliving everyone they care about, the film raises urgent questions about mortality and meaning. This thought-provoking release is poised to appeal to fans of character-driven science fiction.


February 17, 2026

Trap House

DVD, Decal Partners

Genre: Thriller

Trap House centers on a group of strangers drawn into a dangerous criminal web when a seemingly routine deal goes wrong. Confined largely to a single location, the film builds tension through escalating paranoia, shifting alliances, and the realization that escape may not be possible. Designed as a lean, suspense-driven thriller, it emphasizes atmosphere and performance over spectacle.


Wildcat

DVD, Decal Partners

Genre: Drama

In Wildcat, personal demons collide with the harsh realities of the natural world. The film follows a troubled individual seeking redemption through an unexpected connection with a wild animal, using the relationship as a metaphor for healing and survival. Quiet, reflective, and character-focused, Wildcat leans into emotional storytelling rather than conventional drama beats.


Earthquake Underground

DVD, Greenfield Media 1

Genre: Disaster, Action

Blending disaster movie thrills with claustrophobic tension, Earthquake Underground follows survivors trapped beneath a collapsing city after a massive seismic event. As aftershocks threaten to bury them alive, the group must navigate unstable tunnels, dwindling oxygen, and mounting fear. The film emphasizes urgency and spectacle, making it a solid pick for fans of survival-driven action.


Small Soldiers

4K UHD, Paramount Pictures Corporation

Genre: Action, Comedy, Family

Joe Dante’s cult favorite Small Soldiers returns in a newly upgraded 4K UHD edition. When advanced military microchips are mistakenly installed in children’s action figures, toy store mascots come to life with unexpectedly aggressive personalities. What begins as playful chaos escalates into a suburban war zone, blending satire, action, and family-friendly adventure. The enhanced resolution highlights the film’s practical effects and late 1990s charm.


Mean Girls

4K UHD, Paramount Pictures Corporation

Genre: Comedy

Few teen comedies have endured like Mean Girls. Written by Tina Fey, the film follows homeschooled newcomer Cady Heron as she navigates the ruthless social hierarchy of high school, led by the infamous Plastics. Sharp, endlessly quotable, and surprisingly insightful, Mean Girls remains a defining comedy of the 2000s. This 4K UHD release offers fans the chance to revisit the film in pristine quality.


Regretting You

Blu-ray and DVD, Paramount Pictures Corporation

Genre: Drama, Romance

Based on the bestselling novel, Regretting You explores the complex relationship between a mother and daughter coping with loss, love, and long-buried secrets. As grief reshapes their bond, each woman confronts difficult truths about themselves and each other. Emotional and character-driven, the film is designed to resonate with fans of romantic drama.


Dexter Resurrection, Season 1

Blu-ray and DVD, Paramount Pictures Corporation

Genre: Crime, Thriller

The Dexter saga continues with Resurrection, a new chapter that revisits the infamous serial killer with a conscience. Season one explores the consequences of Dexter Morgan’s past choices while introducing new threats and moral dilemmas. Dark, tense, and steeped in psychological intrigue, this release is essential viewing for longtime fans of the franchise.


Scream, Limited Edition Steelbook Reprint

4K UHD, Paramount Pictures Corporation

Genre: Horror

The genre redefining slasher returns in a collectible steelbook reprint. Scream blends self-aware humor with genuine suspense as a masked killer terrorizes a small town obsessed with horror movies. This 4K UHD edition offers collectors another chance to own a premium presentation of Wes Craven’s modern classic.


The Godfather, Limited Edition Steelbook Reprint

4K UHD, Paramount Pictures Corporation

Genre: Crime, Drama

Francis Ford Coppola’s The Godfather remains one of cinema’s greatest achievements. Chronicling the rise of Michael Corleone within a powerful crime family, the film is a masterclass in storytelling, performance, and atmosphere. This steelbook reprint gives collectors renewed access to a definitive 4K UHD edition of an all-time classic.


Ren and Stimpy, The Almost Complete Collection

DVD, Paramount Pictures Corporation

Genre: Animation, Comedy

This expansive DVD set celebrates the anarchic, boundary-pushing animated series that changed children’s television forever. Featuring most of the show’s original run, the collection captures Ren and Stimpy at its gross-out, surreal peak, making it a must-have for animation fans and nostalgia seekers alike.


Ultimate Warrior Collection

DVD, Paramount Pictures Corporation

Genre: Sports, Documentary

Dedicated to one of professional wrestling’s most iconic figures, the Ultimate Warrior Collection compiles key matches, promos, and behind-the-scenes material. The set offers both longtime fans and newcomers a comprehensive look at the career and legacy of a larger-than-life performer.



February 24, 2026


Transformers One, Limited Edition Steelbook Reprint

4K UHD, Paramount Pictures Corporation


Closing out the month, Transformers One returns once more for collectors who missed the earlier release window, ensuring fans have another opportunity to secure this premium edition.

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