So, Christmas is officially nearing, and with the main event just over two weeks away, we thought we’d take a squint at some of the hottest movie and TV-themed ‘stuff’ out there that you’ll be able to pick for your loved ones to put under the tree for Christmas day. We kick things off with the latest 007 film No Time To Die. Released in cinemas earlier this, the film is officially released on the physical formats on 20th December. As well as the movie, there are also some great tie-ins available on the shelf.
No Time To Die Micro Scalextric
This one is priced at around the £50 mark and comes in an attractively-package box. Geared towards those aged 4 and up, the two-car set consists of an Aston Martin DB5 and the Jaguar XF which players can race against one another. Included in the pack are four meters of track, which you can snap together to make 9 track layouts, as well as those two mini cars, as well as speed limiting hand controllers.
As you can see from the image above, the cars are smaller than your usual Scalextrix motors – equal to the size of one of the Matchbox cars, but they are perfect for younger users as an entry point into the world of toy track racing. We tested out the track with a couple of four to eight-year-olds and had a great time with it. However, their interest wained after a while.
The Bond tie-in was a little lost on the kids, but for an eager daddy who has an interest in 007 – which over 30 doesn’t -, the set could be a great addition to the toy box, specifically if bundled with the movie itself.
Corgi Aston Martin DB5
If that isn’t your kind thing, and your loved one prefers the more collectible ‘toy’, then how about this from Corgi? The renowned brand has released the Aston Martin DB5 in a new No Time To Die edition, complete with damaged paintwork, a pair of miniguns behind the front headlights, and Italian license plates – as seen in the movie.
The car is 1:36 Scale and is 12.5 cm in length. It also comes in a swish No Time To Die black collector’s box.
… which brings us onto No Time To Die itself.
No Time To Die
The 25th Bond movie, and the fifth and final to star Daniel Craig, will be released onto all of the major formats on 20th December. It is already available on major platforms as a PVOD release.
We have all of the confirmed bonus materials for the release, which is set for DVD, Blu-ray, 4K UHD, and digital.
They are as follows:-
BONUS FEATURES ON 4K UHD, BLU-RAYTM AND DVD:
- ANATOMY OF A SCENE: MATERA – In true Bond fashion, there is an incredible pre-credit sequence featured in No Time To Die. A breathless chase shot in Matera that starts on foot, then motorcycle, then car. Not just any car either – the iconic Aston Martin DB5! Through interviews with Daniel Craig and director Cary Joji Fukunaga, plus on-set interviews with key members of the crew, we discover how the filmmakers shot this breathtaking sequence.
- KEEPING IT REAL: THE ACTION OF NO TIME TO DIE – In a world full of CGI-heavy action films, the Bond franchise proudly stands out from the crowd for always shooting practical stunts, without the use of special effects. In this piece we see how No Time To Die continues with this tradition with its amazing action sequences.
- A GLOBAL JOURNEY – Exotic locations are synonymous with all Bond movies and No Time To Die is no different. As well as returning to Bond’s spiritual home, Jamaica, for Daniel Craig’s final outing, we also go on a global journey taking in Italy, Norway and Scotland. We’ll hear from Daniel Craig, Cary Fukunaga, other key cast and filmmakers, on what it was like filming at these spectacular locations.
- DESIGNING BOND – Production designer Mark Tildesley and costume designer Suttirat Anne Larlarb, along with cast and other filmmakers, discuss the inspiration, challenges and trials of concepting and making such remarkable sets and costumes for the iconic Bond franchise.
- BEING JAMES BOND* – In this special 45-minute retrospective, Daniel Craig candidly reflects on his 15-year adventure as James Bond. Including never-before-seen archival footage from Casino Royale to the 25th film No Time To Die, Craig shares his personal memories in conversation with 007 producers, Michael G Wilson and Barbara Broccoli, in the lead up to his final performance as James Bond.
*4K UHD Only
NO TIME TO DIE will be available on 4K UHD, Blu-ray™ and DVD.
- 4K Ultra HD delivers the ultimate movie watching experience, featuring the combination of 4K resolution and the color brilliance of High Dynamic Range (HDR).
Blu-ray™ unleashes the power of your HDTV and is the best way to watch movies at home, featuring 6X the picture resolution of DVD, exclusive extras and theater-quality surround sound.
