Kingpin (1996) – 4K Ultra HD Disc Review
Disc Type: 4K UHD (BD-100)
️ Release Date: May 27, 2025
️ Distributor: Kino Lorber
Genre: Comedy | Sport | Dark Humor
️ Runtime: 114 minutes
Included in: 2-Disc Set (4K UHD + Blu-ray)
Codec: HEVC / H.265
Resolution: Native 4K (2160p)
HDR: Dolby Vision, HDR10
Aspect Ratio: 2.39:1
Kino Lorber rolls a strike with a native 4K transfer that’s easily the best the Kingpin has ever looked. The 4K image showcases excellent detail, especially in close-ups—wrinkles, fake prosthetics, and bad combovers never looked so good.
Colors benefit from the Dolby Vision grading, delivering natural skin tones, deep bowling alley shadows, and punchy, exaggerated hues during the Reno scenes. The HDR also improves black levels and highlights, especially during dramatic lighting setups and outdoor sequences. Grain is retained and well-managed throughout, giving the film a natural cinematic texture without noise or artificial smoothing.
Standout visual moments:
Tracks:
The 5.1 mix offers solid spatial presence with clear dialogue and modest directional effects during crowded or chaotic scenes—like bowling competitions and diner brawls. The soundtrack’s classic rock cues are punchy, and ambiance in large venues comes across well without being overly aggressive.
The 2.0 mix is also included and delivers a more straightforward, centered soundstage for purists or original audio fans. Both tracks are clean and free from distortion or hiss.
Kingpin makes an impressive return in 4K with a sharp, filmic presentation, strong HDR highlights, and faithful audio. Kino Lorber serves up a winning restoration for one of the Farrelly Brothers’ most bizarre and beloved comedies. It’s a must-have for fans and collectors.
Recommendation:
Strike hard, buy fast—this 4K edition is right up your alley.
$29.99
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Kingpin (1996) – 4K Ultra HD Disc Review
Disc Type: 4K UHD (BD-100)
️ Release Date: May 27, 2025
️ Distributor: Kino Lorber
Genre: Comedy | Sport | Dark Humor
️ Runtime: 114 minutes
Included in: 2-Disc Set (4K UHD + Blu-ray)
Codec: HEVC / H.265
Resolution: Native 4K (2160p)
HDR: Dolby Vision, HDR10
Aspect Ratio: 2.39:1
Kino Lorber rolls a strike with a native 4K transfer that’s easily the best the Kingpin has ever looked. The 4K image showcases excellent detail, especially in close-ups—wrinkles, fake prosthetics, and bad combovers never looked so good.
Colors benefit from the Dolby Vision grading, delivering natural skin tones, deep bowling alley shadows, and punchy, exaggerated hues during the Reno scenes. The HDR also improves black levels and highlights, especially during dramatic lighting setups and outdoor sequences. Grain is retained and well-managed throughout, giving the film a natural cinematic texture without noise or artificial smoothing.
Standout visual moments:
Tracks:
The 5.1 mix offers solid spatial presence with clear dialogue and modest directional effects during crowded or chaotic scenes—like bowling competitions and diner brawls. The soundtrack’s classic rock cues are punchy, and ambiance in large venues comes across well without being overly aggressive.
The 2.0 mix is also included and delivers a more straightforward, centered soundstage for purists or original audio fans. Both tracks are clean and free from distortion or hiss.
Kingpin makes an impressive return in 4K with a sharp, filmic presentation, strong HDR highlights, and faithful audio. Kino Lorber serves up a winning restoration for one of the Farrelly Brothers’ most bizarre and beloved comedies. It’s a must-have for fans and collectors.
Recommendation:
Strike hard, buy fast—this 4K edition is right up your alley.
William Calley –
Pretty funny but not as great as I expected.