Twister 4K UHD Blu-ray Review | Reference Atmos!

Today, I review the 4K UHD Blu-ray release of the thrilling disaster film, Twister. Join me as I break down the stunning visuals, crisp details, and heart-pounding audio in this definitive edition.
Whether you're a collector, a fan of Twister, or just a fan of high-quality home theater experiences, this review will show you why Twister is a must-have in your 4K Blu-ray collection.
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[@JeffRauseo]

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[@michael-4k4000]

This movie saved my life! Love Paxton, Hoffman, “Jonas Miller” he’s a night crawler, he’s in it for the money!

[@TheAugustus24]

This movie is one of the most impactful movies on my childhood. To this day i still love meteorology because of this movie. I wanted to go to OU after high school but i could not get into their meteorology school cause you need to be the top 5% of your high school class. but i tried because of this movie

[@jerseymattt88]

It's such a shame how mankind builds these nonsense walls and barriers up that stop people from achieving their dreams.

[@josephagundez5336]

This film was up there with Jurassic Park for me as a kid. Great characters, stellar perfermances all around, great visual effects for the time, amazing one liners. Great to see this film finally get a 4k release. RIP Bill "The Extreme" Paxton and Philip Seymour Hoffman. "IT'S THE WONDER OF NATURE, BABY!!"

[@jeffleonard343]

Indeed! It’s just so fun!

[@knwr]

same writer too

[@madwarrior84]

FINALLY!!! been waiting for them to upgrade this film to 4K for years…” Game over, man” R.I.P. Bill

[@JeffRauseo]

Good year for Bill Paxton in 4K!

[@despitewisdom]

Same

[@michael-4k4000]

Dr. Jonas Miller is a night crawler!

[@jonathonkrause1402]

That should be a crime that you’ve never seen this movie. Im glad you finally saw it. The first time I had ever seen the movie twister was at a drive-in.

[@mindrover777]

Crt TV? Must be something

[@320zombie]

My VHS copy of Twister always got a consistent workout

[@mindrover777]

It still works? Amazing

[@Leonard_Washington76]

I use to watch twister as a kid. That’s the movie that wanted me to be a storm chaser even till this day and I’m 35 yrs old.

[@utp216]

You talking about inviting someone to listen to your system after they ask "Why do you have so many speakers?", etc. reminds me of when I was "showing off" my system with the Days of Thunder VHS and Dolby Surround. You took me back in time! :)

[@ModernStacker]

Bonus note. The "shed destruction" scene near the end of the film has some of the best audio in cinema history. For years I used the DVD to show off my sound system.

[@dewrules235]

My families go to sound system tester has always been the opening of Top Gun

[@mcarr416ix]

I thought Shane Lee's Atmos tracker showed that this film was all static with no panning sound so I'm surprised you were so blown away by it. I'm definitely picking it up to see for myself. Glad you finally saw this, I'm shocked you've never seen it before.

[@jefffan171]

Yep. That's right.

[@liutungwei5160]

Well, it depends whether you want to enjoy it with your ears+feeling or tools.

[@jefffan171]

@@liutungwei5160 I agree. That's why I have still not replaced my original 5.1 Ac3 THX Laserdisc as all the other near field mixes of the 2000's are not even close in their immersion. I suspect the original THX DVD would have the same wide dynamic range mix and judging by Jeff's reaction to the sound, this new 4k is bringing back those highlights of the soundstage instead of the flat sounding Blu Ray.

[@IMan_93_]

I love Twister so much. It’s one of those movies like Jaws or Jurassic Park where I never get tired of it. I always watch it at least once a year

[@geekhomeworld4248]

The director had originally said that the sound of the tornado was made to be a main character.

[@michael-4k4000]

Dr. Jonas Miller is a night crawler!

[@zenquantum1246]

This is a VFX and audio masterpiece, but for me, this is the movie you put on if you want to illustrate to anyone just how good of an actor Philip Seymour Hoffman was early in his career before he started headlining movies. He absolutely disappears into what could otherwise be a thankless supporting role for giving exposition and comic relief

[@kthx1138]

Phil was clearly having a BALL playing Dusty, laughing his ass off. From "the suck zone" to "You can really feel it with a telephoto lens!", Dusty's insane, DELIGHTFULLY insane!

[@zenquantum1246]

@@kthx1138 💯%!!!

[@joshuaglass1827]

This 4k remaster even on digital is fantastic. To have a 30 year old movie look and sound like it came out recently was such a treat. I adore this movie and will look forward to having fun with the sequel in the same spirit. I hope they kept the adventure vibe.

[@shorty332]

When it storms outside, this is my go-to movie.

[@marksmovieroom]

I love that this was a first time watch for you! I strongly believe that movies need to come back to this level of fun and excitement. Twister is a perfect blockbuster. I saw this in the theater on release. What a ride!

[@kilroy4103]

Can’t wait to watch this in my small humble home theater when I get this next week. Nice review.

[@davecool42]

This film won awards for its sound. Love to see that it’s still top tier.

[@994pt4]

SICK!....I have to get this one NOW!!!

[@DillAvery]

I saw it in theaters with my mom and brother, and it was such an amazing experience.

[@zedman6516]

We love this movie, we've watched it every year since release. Waited a long time for the 4K and Atmos release, can't wait, I'm pumped for this one! Thanks for a great review!

[@Mike-fs3bv]

I can’t wait. My copy should arrive this weekend. I saw this in the theater and have been eagerly awaiting this.

[@craftmatthew]

So good, it’s blown your hat off Jeff!! Can’t wait to get this

[@TheLastPirate1973]

I have been waiting for this release for a long time and the Atmos upgrade is the cherry on top. Looking forward to Tuesday movie night this week. Thx Jeff!

[@32lilbruce]

almost forgot this came out but i will be getting my copy!! glad to hear this about the atmos!

[@technicavivunt]

My Steelbook arrives tomorrow. Looking forward!

[@TheWolfCub71]

Just preordered it! Can’t wait to crank this one up!

[@kiddcapri1711]

Back in the early 2000's I had a 32" Loewe planus TV (with the base unit) in white. Top of the range pioneer DVD player, Yamaha DSP-A1 home cinema reciever rogged up to a set of B&W speakers. When people came round, they were in awe looking at the TV and the speaker's dotted around the room. Twister was one of the 3 movies I'd demonstrate to them the picture and soundtrack. The other 2 movies being Armageddon and the matrix. After I finished the demo I'd find people still sitting there, silently wanting more.

[@short_macchiato3222]

One of my favourite movies. Can’t wait to get the 4K version

[@PINTO2O2O]

the sound has always been impressive for this, I remember every store that demoed surround used twister for reference so I'm glad to see it continue

[@markmitchell5220]

Its awesome that you saw this for the first time just now. I am psyched as I ordered the euro steel book and did see it first run in a great theater. 🎉

[@kvs17]

Just picked it up now from Walmart and came to watch a review lol glad to hear atmos sounds great. Can't wait to watch it again.

[@blackphilipalvarez1305]

Let’s be real here, the sound of this film has always been great, since the DVD release, it’s NOT just because of ATMOS. I had a surround system back then and it was always great and I loved to show it off. I get “today’s” generation always wanna take credit for what’s best. Bottom line is this the best 4K of the year by far.

[@mainnerd2222]

Just showed this to my son about a month ago. One of his favorite films. A nostalgic movie for me. Excited they've released it on 4k.

[@romeostruedude]

Heard they originally wanted the “going green screen” to be properly green like the tornado phenomenon. But Jan didn’t have the tech at the time and was super thrilled to finally add that in properly for this film. It’s not even revisionism. And if it was what the director originally wanted then I am more than okay. It fits narratively and it’s not overboard like Lucas’ cuts of Star Wars.

[@ProfSnakes]

Just watched this last week (older version) and even without ATMOS the movie did an awesome job making use of sound to immerse you in the storms.

[@corradoparris9679]

Possibly the best 4K movie of 2024??

[@SpencersStuffTV]

I'm getting the movie Tuesday. I am SO excited to see it in its remastered glory. It sounds like this is what it deserves. I'm happy you got to see this in its glory.

[@johnrobbo916]

1990 movies. What a great child hood I had.

[@j.m.4858]

I love this movie...so glad to hear they did a good job with it. I'll definitely be picking this one up. Great review man.

[@TheBluRayKid]

I was born in 92 just like you, my man, and I, too, have never seen Twister. I missed out on it. I'll be seeing it on 4k for the 1st time

[@utp216]

Holy balls I'm old! I finished High School in '92. :( At least now you can have the older content with much upgraded sound and visuals. :)

[@TheBluRayKid]

@@utp216 yup ! Damn I feel old at almost 32 these 20 year old kids call me sir already lol I graduated HS 13 years ago

[@deangolliher5560]

I have it pre-ordered on Amazon can't wait for Tuesday to see it

[@OMFGitsWALLY]

I had no clue this was being done. pre-ordering ASAP!

[@jwredd]

I had the laserdisc and the sound was unbelievable. Can’t wait to pick this up.

[@Livana007]

Thanks so much for letting us know about Twister 4K. Thanks to you, I was able to order it today.

[@thomaslytle5519]

I Cannot BELIEVE you never saw Twister!!! That’s Crazy! Thanks for the review. So glad they didn’t shank this 4k/Atmos as so many other recent 4k’s. Been waiting for this for Years. Thought it would never happen. Preordered mine can’t Wait ‘til the 11th!

[@freecstyle4784]

I'm so happy this was released on 4k. I figured it would be considering the sequel Twisters just around the corner. The only thing I found that was odd was I popped this in for my family and I the other night in our brand new Panasonic "up to date firmware" and everything 4k UHD player. And it wouldn't play. It would play the Warner Bros. intro and the main menu, but when I clicked ok on play, it would resort back to the players' menu. It's like it's resisting it. Even when I went to the scene, selection it would do the same thing. However, on my Sony UHD player in the back, it would play just fine. I even tried plugging up a flash drive on the front of the Panasonic player, and still nothing. Ever hear of any cases like that? At least it plays in my Sony one. I don't know. It's just weird.

[@ajhornes]

Love the review and love you and the channel! I preordered the steelbook. It’s supposed to deliver on the 16th. Can’t want to watch it in 4k. One of my favorite movies ever. One of the best of my childhood for sure.

[@SFBenjaminK]

i was teenager back in 90s when i went to theaters to see it & LOVED it, the special effects was top notch for that time & cant wait to see this new one👍

[@kevinkoch6900]

Glad you finally seen it. Entertaining as hell.

[@krazykevin4225]

Just subscribed, and I'm going to subscribe to your podcast. I can't wait to get my twister 4k tomorrow! Today I get my boy kills world 4k!

[@jacobguerrero1632]

Can’t wait to add this movie to my collection!!! One of my all time favorite movies!

[@Jeff-cv4qn]

Wow a must get!

[@JAGzilla-ur3lh]

Well, this is a must-buy. It's my brother's favorite movie; he watches it a few times a year, and I've seen it a hundred times myself. We just got back from a trip to Oklahoma where we visited the location where they filmed the drive-in theater scene. There's not much left, but a few buildings visible in the scene are still standing. Good to know the 4K does this movie justice! It's a very fun, unique highlight of the '90s and deserves to be a quality viewing experience for today's audiences.

[@michaelschiessl8357]

Hey Jeff When i worked at Circuit City back in the day..Twister and Jurassic Park were among the first DVDs released to showcase that 5.1 sound..and they started Demo rooms specifically to showcase the sound and picture of these 2 movies..thats where the terms Demo- disc and Reference sound came from..People heard that and said wow i need 5 speakers and a sub to duplicate that sound in my living room at home..Started a whole surround sound industry with of course Dolby Atmos being the latest and greatest. My Dvd of Twister saw so much action so its great to see this in 4k and Atmos its a day 1 pickup for me..The old surround sound guy!! Great video review Jeff thanks.👍👍

[@TrainedSniper12]

I am so happy the first time was when I was in 5th grade in Flagstaff Arizona the movie Plex

[@darthvaydr]

I saw this in theaters on opening day with my ex wife and loved it. Bill Paxton was such a wonderful actor. I preordered the steelbook when it first went up for preorder and I love the slipcover so much that I just ordered a copy of it from Gruv 🤣🤣 Glad that this film was done some justice on the 4K restoration. It’s a beloved film by so many including myself. Thanks for the review Jeff!

[@slimdude2011]

You're a movie buff, and you've never seen Twister? I would be embarrassed to even admit that! Well, if you've never seen nor heard the movie on Blu-ray, then of course you were blown away with its presentation on the 4K UHD format. Twister sounded great with only DTS-HD 5.1 MA on the UK Blu-ray release, and I can image what it sounds like in Dolby Atmos in 4K.

[@andrewdriscoll1765]

Yes! I spit out my drink after he said he's never seen Twister before... 😵‍💫

[@neobellic7258]

This should be re-released again in cinemas. Don't have high hopes for the sequel.

[@mikeh6102]

Jeff isn’t kidding. I watched this last night and the atmos sound is off the charts

[@seanlintner3935]

First, I gotta say I was lucky enough to see this in the theater, and I thought at the time it was awesome. I remember DVD was such a new format, and I was an early adapter to the format. During that time, I was a manager for BLOCKBUSTER MUSIC. My location was one of the first out 4 locations in Indianapolis to carry DVD. I was actually responsible for ordering inventory, so as soon as Warner Brothers released it, I snagged 10 copies. Warner Brothers had limits. I made sure I worked that day so I could get one. The crazy thing is I never bought the Blu-ray when it came out. So I'm really looking forward to picking this one up on 4K UHD. I'm glad to hear Warner Brothers did it right remastering the film. Thank you again for your review it makes me so ready to see it again.

[@garygrossheim3253]

Does any one know how this new 4kUHD version compares to the remastered German release with Dolby Atmos? It was pretty wild as well. I wonder if they use the same audio track.

[@sportcomputerservices6438]

I have the German version - it's awesome and I'm wondering the same thing?! Is it worth replacing?!!

[@DennisBailey]

I was going to ask the same question. I have the German version, and though it's not 4K (it is HDR), the Atmos soundtrack kicks ass. Wondering if they just used the same Atmos track for the new version.

[@sleeman9]

My understand is that it's not the same Atmos track.

[@mattr8750]

Twister is all about the sound. Was so hyped to hear it was getting an Atmos remaster, even more excited now to hear they've done it justice!

[@aaronrandolph261]

bill paxton and great dolby atmos has me sold. will have to check this out

[@roquea.deleon6175]

I LOVED this movie as a kid, admittedly I probably haven't seen this in at least 18 years or so, will be exciting to check it out again and see what I think of it now as an adult. Just bought this on 4K looking forward to watching it in the next week or so.

[@AtelierOfWeebs]

I remember watching it on theaters, I was a kid, it was the first time I ever got late to a movie, so even though I completely missed the whole beginning, it's still one of my most fond memories

[@EvilFoozle]

I went to this movie the day it was released. I had so much fun that I decided to go the next day again! Can’t wait for this to be released in the Netherlands!

[@davidbaron6647]

Can't wait to watch

[@craigosterberg5045]

Good review

[@Ghostrecon12]

Yes it is

[@Windupchronic]

Sounds great. I've got my pre-order in for Tuesday, along with Challengers and Civil War.

[@extofer]

Jan de Bont is Dutch. His name is pronounced “Yawn” not “Jan”. He also directed Speed and was the cinematographer for several standout films like Die Hard. This is why his movies are so much fun.

[@ModernStacker]

I was fortunate to have seen this film in the theater opening night, and the audio was truly a life-changing experience for me. Incredible movie and epic performances from everyone. One of the best films featuring Bill Paxton and Helen Hunt, and so many supporting actors from Philip Seymour Hoffman to Cary Elwes, Alan Ruck, and Jami Gertz. And Mark Mancina's Americana score mixed with the backdrop of Van Halen's "Humans Being" song...you cannot beat this film. Cinema gold!

[@prentissweston5998]

Pre-ordered this and it arrives at my doorstep this Tuesday along with Civil War 👊👊📽

[@chillindylan6497]

I am looking forward to this! I have the SteelBook incoming.

[@beartackle]

Twister was my first DVD back when that format came out! Wow, I'm aging myself, LOL. Now I may need to buy the 4k version!

[@stevenmackay4984]

I was 22 when “Twister” came out. I managed to see it (rare occasion) with my father (since passed). He gave this review thusly: “If I wanted to watch a (expletive) married couple fight for two (expletive) hours, I would have stayed home with your (expletive) mother!” I knew if I laughed out loud, which I wanted to, I’d get socked in the jaw. So, family disfunction aside, I well remember “Twister” just for that, a night spent with the old man. He didn’t live to see these 4K upgrades and new home theater sound systems, but he would have loved it.

[@peppersmith]

A True Classic!!

[@seanzappulla71]

I’m going to get a copy here in Australia.

[@vanderhoff66fu]

Mine is coming on Tuesday

[@screamingeekmedia]

Looking forward to it! Mine is on way...should be here today or tomorrow. I don't have Atmos...still rocking my 5.0 system, which packs a whollop.

[@davidhirschy8761]

My favorite Laserdisc, I just watched the DVD on my new pana820 and my friends would tease me for purchasing widescreen versions but they acknowledge now my choices.

[@ChaosMarine9118]

This movie terrified me as a kid. Couldn’t handle storms for ages. Excited to finally get this in 4K! Comes in Tuesday!

[@dannysaenz2306]

I'm so excited for twisters. I think it might overtake the original as my favorite movie ever. I have very high expectations.

[@JEEPTJ626]

I have this movie on Blue ray and i am SO HAPPY IT IS NOW ON 4K!!!! AHHHHH!!!! MUST BUY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@tdg223]

Nice!

[@LeonSKennedy7777]

🌪️ I can’t wait to buy this to experience ATMOS as it should be! Even though I’m not familiar with Twister, the sequel Twisters is coming out this year, so better prepared 🌪️

[@seanhuynh5184]

So jealous wish I could experience Twister for the first time in 4K Dolby Vision!!

[@Clintondmb]

A true fun classic. It’s difficult to describe what a phenomenon this movie was when new. Hooky that the new one keep the spirit of slightly silly fun that doesn’t insult the audience and takes us for a ride.

[@cheekster777]

So glad this movie got a Dolby Atmos upgrade. Thank you Jeff.

[@mataiguana5]

Saw it three times at theaters, had it on Laserdisc and BD. Great fun film.

[@jeffreykaufmann2867]

About $100.00?

[@condo0073]

I'm really excited to hear this Atmos audio track and that you rate it. 😁

[@aaronrawnsley6726]

This release somehow missed my radar and I am so excited for this release. I have only got the dvd and have never bought the Blu-ray. Hopefully it hits us over here in Australia. It's the extreme!!!

[@WilkinsonX]

6:46 How would you rate the cow Atmos in particular?

[@SleepingHowl]

I loved this movie ever since I saw it when I was a kid in the 90s. Probably my favourite disaster movie. Pure popcorn entertainment with a fantastic cast. Really looking forward to the sequel this month. Gotta feeling its going to be another popcorn fun entertaining movie. Glen Powell is a star in the making.

[@DangerousDevilOfficial]

Twister was one of the first movies I had bought on VHS, then one of the early movies I got on DVD. It has always had a special spot for me as one of those great 90’s Summer Popcorn Action flicks. I would say in the same category that I put Independence Day. Just fun watches over and over. I am thrilled this movie got the proper treatment with sound. And how you couldn’t have seen this movie??? 😳😳😳 And the cast (many of which were early in their careers)? Super stellar cast. This is one I need to pick up. I am looking forward to seeing Twisters!

[@DangerousDevilOfficial]

This one, if done as good as you say, is an automatic 4K candidate for 4K disc of the year!

[@k2000kidd1]

Twister was also the first .DVD ever released changing home media as we know it. Also the reason I bought a proper 5.1set back in the day when pro logic died out

[@musicman8270]

This was THE film back in the day. I'm from a tornado area and the effects of this film were spot on. When Atmos first came out it just wasn't worth the hype. Now I've seen two, Gravity and the others, both really great. Can't wait to try this one.

[@williamdavis6939]

The movie on bluray looked very soft and loads of DNR. For me the color was off, especially the "Going Green" scene where there was no sign of green on the 2008 bluray. I'm really happy they "corrected" the color on the 4k.

[@extofer]

God I loved this film when it originally came out. I think I saw it 3 or 4 times in the theater with my friends when I was in high school.