Captain Horatio Hornblower (1951) Blu-ray Review | Gregory Peck's Classic Naval Adventure

Gregory Peck was a Hollywood Legend. His performances have cemented his legacy as one of the Silver Screen's finest actors. His roles in films like  Alfred Hitchcock's Spellbound (1945), The Yearling (1946), Gentleman's Agreement (1947), The Snows of Kilimanjaro (1952), Roman Holiday (1953),  Moby Dick (1956), Cape Fear (1962), and his Oscar-winning performance in 1963's To Kill A Mockingbird.  

In 1951, Gregory Peck starred as a legendary figure in the swashbuckling cinema classic  Captain Horatio Hornblower. 2026, this film celebrates its 75th anniversary. So for this epic anniversary, it deserves something special. Enter Warner Archive Collection to restore and release this film on Blu-ray.

Synopsis: Screen legend Gregory Peck plays the valiant Napoleonic era naval hero in this swashbuckling saga adapted for the screen by Hornblower's creator C.S. Forester. True to the famed novels, Hornblower outthinks his rivals in order to out fight them. He's unflinching under fire, modest in victory & more than a little at sea romantically with Lady Barbara Wellsley (Virginia Mayo).

Raoul Walsh directs an exciting adventure film. Gregory Peck and Virginia Mayo bring wonderful performances to this film. Plus the film's score really enhances this film, making it something to behold. This is definitely a film everyone should experience at least once. 

Warner Archive has transferred this film to Blu-ray in 1080p and is presented in 1.37 aspect ratio. The audio track is an English DTS-HD Master Audio 2.0. There is also the option for English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing.

Warner Archive has performed another wonderful 4k restoration with this film. The restoration on the Technicolor negatives, bring the depth and the beauty of the colors to the forefront, making this film look better than ever before.

Special Features: 
* Classic WB Cartoon Captain Hareblower 
* Classic WB Short My Country 'Tis of Thee 
* Lux Radio Theater broadcast with Peck and Mayo
* Original theatrical trailer

The addition of the classic Bugs Bunny film and short film is a welcome bonus feature. But I love when Warner Archive adds the classic radio theater broadcasts. It would be a shame if these radio dramas were just cast aside and lost. But Warner Archive is rescuing them and making them as bonus features on these Blu-rays and I love that.

If you are a fan of swashbuckling films of the 1950s, well, this new Blu-ray release of Captain Horatio Hornblower is a must-add to your home video library. Head over to MovieZyng or Amazon and order your copy today.



Out of 4 film reels (4 being the best) the Blu-ray of Captain Horatio Hornblower receives.....