The Scorpion King Returns in ‘Battle for Redemption’

Josh Lyons | October 14, 2011 | 0 Comments

Universal have announced that the Scorpion King franchise will return in a straight-to-DVD feature. The Scorpion King 3: Battle for Redemption will hit DVD, Blu-ray and Digital Download on January 17, 2012.

The Scorpion King 3 stars Victor Webster as Mathayus. Ron Perlman stars as the King of Egypt, Horus while Billy Zane plays the role of the villain Talus. Kimbo Slice, Bostin Christopher, Dave Bautista, Temeura Morrison, Selina Lo and Krystal Vee star as well. The movie is directed by Roel Reine.

You can check out the bonus features and box art after the jump, as well as the trailer.

Synopsis:
[blockquote]Since his triumphant rise to power in the original blockbuster The Scorpion King, Mathayus’ kingdom has fallen and he’s lost his queen to plague. Now an assassin for hire, he must defend a kingdom from an evil tyrant and his ghost warriors for the chance to regain the power and glory he once knew. Starring Ron Perlman (Hellboy) and Billy Zane (Titanic), and featuring 6-time WWE champion Dave Bautista and UFC star Kimbo Slice, The Scorpion King 3: Battle for Redemption takes The Mummy phenomenon to an all-new level of epic action and non-stop adventure![/blockquote]

BLU-RAY ™ and DVD BONUS FEATURES:

DELETED SCENES MONTAGE: Set to the film’s epic score, this montage of deleted shots provides a pictorial look at the production
SWORDS AND SCORPIONS: A MAKING OF: Viewers are given an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at how this epic action film was brought to life, filled with cast and crew interviews.
PREPARING FOR BATTLE: Get up close and personal with undefeated black belt champion Victor Webster as he transforms himself into the perfect action hero
FEATURE COMMENTARY WITH DIRECTOR ROEL REINE
DELETED/EXTENDED SCENES

BLU-RAY ™ Combo pack Exclusive BONUS FEATURES:

BD-LIVE™: Access the BD-Live™ Center through your Internet-connected player to watch the latest trailers and more!
pocket BLU™ app: The groundbreaking pocket BLU™ app uses iPad®, iPhone®, iPod® touch, Android™, PC and Mac® to work seamlessly with a network-connected Blu-ray™ player. Plus iPad® and Android™ tablet owners can enjoy a new, enhanced edition of pocket BLU™ made especially to take advantage of the tablets’ larger screen and high resolution display. Consumers will be able to browse through a library of Blu-ray™ content and watch entertaining extras on-the-go in a way that’s bigger and better than ever before. pocket BLU™ offers advanced features such as:
- ADVANCED REMOTE CONTROL: A sleek, elegant new way to operate your Blu-ray™ player. Users can navigate through menus, playback and BD-Live™ functions with ease.
- VIDEO TIMELINE: Users can easily bring up the video timeline, allowing them to instantly access any point in the film.
- MOBILE-TO-GO: Users can unlock a selection of bonus content with their Blu-ray™ discs to save to their device or to stream from anywhere there is a Wi-Fi network, enabling them to enjoy content on the go, anytime, anywhere.
- BROWSE TITLES: Users will have access to a complete list of pocket BLU™-enabled titles available and coming to Blu-ray™ Hi-Def. They can view free previews and see what additional content is available to unlock on their device.
- KEYBOARD: Entering data is fast and easy with your device’s intuitive keyboard.
DIGITAL COPY: In addition to redeeming a Digital Copy of the movie through the pocket BLU™ app, Viewers can also download a digital version of the full-length movie from participating digital retailers to enjoy on a choice of popular electronic and portable devices.