WDSHE Press Release - coming 9/15 ( 'Grey’s Anatomy: The Complete Fifth Season', 'Private Practice: The Complete Second Season', 'The Ultimate Force Of Four Box Set','Marvel X-men: Volume 3', 'Marvel X-men: Volume 4')

WDSHE Press Release - coming 9/15 ('Grey's Anatomy: The Complete Fifth Season', 'Private Practice: The Complete Second Season', 'The Ultimate Force Of Four Box Set', 'Marvel X-men: Volume 3', 'Marvel X-men: Volume 4')

The latest press releases from Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainment:

- Grey's Anatomy: The Complete Fifth Season (Street Date: 9/15)
- Private Practice: The Complete Second Season (Street Date: 9/15)
- The Ultimate Force Of Four Box Set (Street Date: 9/15)
- Marvel X-men: Volume 3 (Street Date: 9/15)
- Marvel X-men: Volume 4 (Street Date: 9/15)

GREY'S ANATOMY: THE COMPLETE FIFTH SEASON - The hottest doctors on television experience some of the most important moments of their lives in Grey's Anatomy: The Complete Fifth Season, coming to DVD on September 15, 2009 from Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainment. The seven-disc DVD set includes every episode from season five of the ABC hit series plus one full disc of exclusive bonus features including bloopers, deleted scenes, cast interviews, extended episodes and cast interviews.

The Complete Fifth Season of ABC's irresistible medical drama Grey's Anatomy is full of life-changing surprises for the committed young doctors of Seattle Grace Hospital. The award-winning ensemble created by cast shines through heart-stopping moments of life, death, love and riveting medical drama, leaving fans breathless with anticipation.

"Grey's Anatomy" was created by Shonda Rhimes and stars Ellen Pompeo as Meredith Grey, Patrick Dempsey as Derek Shepherd, Sandra Oh as Cristina Yang, Katherine Heigl as Isobel "Izzie" Stevens, Justin Chambers as Alex Karev, T.R. Knight as George O'Malley, Chandra Wilson as Miranda Bailey, James Pickens, Jr. as Richard Webber, Sara Ramirez as Callie Torres, Eric Dane as Mark Sloan, Chyler Leigh as Lexie Grey, Brooke Smith as Erica Hahn, and Kevin McKidd (Owen Hunt).

PRIVATE PRACTICE: THE COMPLETE SECOND SEASON – Another electrifying medical drama from the creator of ABC's runaway hit "Grey's Anatomy," Private Practice: The Complete Second Season, comes to DVD on September 15, 2009 from Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainment. Every gripping Season Two episode comes packaged in this multi-disc collection, which also includes exclusive bonus features that go behind the scenes with cast and creator for an in depth look at a unique series.

From Shonda Rhimes, the Golden Globe®-winning creator of "Grey's Anatomy," comes a standout show about the personal and professional lives of a group of passionate doctors. Featuring steamy storylines and a dazzling ensemble cast, the show stars Kate Walsh reprising her "Grey's Anatomy" role as Dr. Addison Forbes Montgomery. With Seattle Grace Hospital and all its complications behind her, Addison embraces the sunnier weather and new possibilities of the Oceanside Wellness Group in Los Angeles—but life and love are never that simple.

Private Practice: The Complete Second Season stars Kate Walsh ("Grey's Anatomy"), Tim Daly ("The Nine"), Audra McDonald ("A Raisin in the Sun"), Paul Adelstein ("Prison Break"), KaDee Strickland (American Gangster), Chris Lowell ("Veronica Mars"), with Taye Diggs ("Rent") and Amy Brenneman ("Judging Amy").

THE ULTIMATE FORCE OF FOUR BOX SET: Prepare for the ultimate in hard-hitting action and excitement as four Kung-Fu classics high-kick their way onto Blu-ray High Definition as part of the The Ultimate Force of Four Box Set, arriving in stores September 15, 2009, from Miramax Home Entertainment. This must own box set includes stunning new Blu-ray transfers of the martial arts masterpieces Hero, Iron Monkey, The Legend of Drunken Master and Zatoichi. Experience each film's dazzling fight sequences and death-defying stunts with truly immersive high definition picture and sound that'll put you smack in the middle of the action. Each Kung-Fu classic also steps up on Blu-ray with slick fighting moves, including revealing bonus features that will take fans behind its production.

Acclaimed Filmmaker Quentin Tarantino presents Hero, starring martial arts legend Jet Li (The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor, The Forbidden Kingdom) in the movie Time magazine called "a masterpiece." Relive the excitement of this ingeniously choreographed martial arts epic like never before as Hero rises on Blu-ray High Definition. Featuring crystal-clear picture and 5.1 uncompressed sound, Hero truly soars in all its fists-a-flying high definition glory! The Blu-ray edition features Heroically cool bonus material, including: the all new featurette "Close-Up of a Fight Scene"; "Inside the Action: A Conversation with Quentin Tarantino and Jet Li," in which the acclaimed film director and Kung- Fu cinema enthusiast Quentin Tarantino and star Jet Li discuss the film; "Hero Defined," a behind-the scenes look at the production featuring cast and crew interviews; Storyboard comparisons based on some of the film's most memorable sequences; and a Soundtrack spot. Please note, Miramax Home Entertainment will also be releasing a Special Edition DVD of Hero on September 15 to coincide with the Blu-ray release.

Hero tells the unforgettable story of a fearless warrior who embarks on a dangerous mission of revenge against the fearsome army that massacred his people. Directed by acclaimed Chinese filmmaker Yimou Zhang (Curse of the Golden Flower, House of Flying Daggers), it features superb performances from Maggie Cheung (Quentin Tarantino's upcoming Inglourious Basterds), Tony Leung Chiu Wai (Lust, Caution) and Zhang Ziyi (Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon). Hailed by critics as a masterpiece of the Kung-Fu genre, Hero was nominated for an Oscar® and Golden Globe® Award for Best Foreign Language Film.

Rediscover the high-flying Kung-Fu thrills of Iron Monkey, now in glorious Blu-ray! The all new high definition version of the exhilarating action adventure features explosively vivid picture and sound, plus exciting interviews with avowed Kung-Fu cinema fan Quentin Tarantino, who discusses the genre's influence on his career, and action star Donnie Yen (Blade II, Hero), who reveals the secrets of working with legendary fight choreographer Woo-ping Yuen (Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon).

In a desperate and unjust land, where government corruption rules the day, one man had the courage to challenge the system and fight back…his name was Iron Monkey. Presented by Quentin Tarantino, Iron Monkey was directed by famed action choreographer Woo-ping Yuen, who helped create the now legendary action sequences of The Matrix to Kill Bill. Featuring the perfect mix of action, humor and heart, Iron Monkey is a Kung-Fu classic that will dazzle anew on Blu-ray!

Action legend Jackie Chan (Shanghai Noon, Rush Hour) soars to new Kung-Fu cinema heights in The Legend of Drunken Master. Now, relive the legend of this inventive and zany action film in an exciting new way on Blu-ray Hi Def. The Blu-ray edition includes the bonus feature "Behind the Master: An interview with Jackie Chan," in which the star discusses the making of this hilarious and thrilling Kung-Fu classic.

The Legend of Drunken Master is a thrilling action adventure about a man who uses a uniquely outlandish style of martial arts – Drunken Boxing – to retrieve stolen Chinese artifacts from the British government. It was directed by Chia-Liang Liu, who won the Hong Kong film award for Best Action Choreography for his work on the film, and costars Hong Kong cinema greats Ti Lung (A Better Tomorrow) as Jackie's father and Anita Mui (Rumble in the Bronx) as his fun-loving mother. Critics and fans agree, The Legend of Drunken Master is one of martial arts legend Jackie Chan's greatest films – now even greater on Blu-ray!

The highly stylized Kung-Fu classic Zatoichi shines with pristine picture and theater-quality sound on Blu-ray Disc. Directed by Takeshi Kitano (winner of Venice Film Festival's 2003 Special Director's Award), Zatoichi is the film the Chicago Tribune called "a masterpiece of wry violence and stylish mayhem." Now, experience this wildly entertaining tale of revenge on Blu-ray, packed with thrilling bonus features, including a behind-the-scenes special and video interviews with cast and crew.

In an empire ruled by fear, the people's only hope is the ultimate weapon: Zatoichi a blind, nomadic samurai whose sword has made him a hero and whose courage has made him a legend. Zatoichi was written and directed by Japanese cinema legend Takeshi Kitano (Battle Royale), who also stars as Japanese folk hero Zatoichi. Praised by critics, Zatoichi won the coveted People's Choice Award at the 2003 Toronto International Film Festival and four awards (including the Audience Award) at the 2003 Venice Film Festival.

MARVEL X-MEN: VOLUME THREE – The X-Men are back for more nonstop thrills and excitement in Volume 3 of the definitive animated series. Faithfully created from the pages of the original Marvel® comic books, these classic stories are a must-have for any X-Men fan! When the all-powerful Dark Phoenix inhabits the body of Jean Grey, The X-Men go to battle in order to save one of their own. Get into the action with 15 spine-tingling episodes, including the 4-part "Dark Phoenix" saga, in this collectible 2-disc set!

Episode Guide

Disc 1
o Savage Land, Strange Heart (Part 1)
o Savage Land, Strange Heart (Part 2)
o Obsession
o The Dark Phoenix (Part 1)
o The Dark Phoenix (Part 2)
o The Dark Phoenix (Part 3)
o The Dark Phoenix (Part 4)

Disc 2
o Cold Comfort
o Orphan's End
o The Juggernaut Returns
o Nightcrawler
o Weapon X, Lies, and Video Tape
o One Man's Worth (Part 1)
o One Man's Worth (Part 2)
o Courage

MARVEL X-MEN: VOLUME FOUR - The action reaches all-new heights in Volume 4 of the landmark X-Men animated series. With adventures adapted directly from the original Marvel® comic books, this collection is a rich piece of the X-Men legacy and a must-have for every X-Men fan.

The X-Men must join forces with the heroes of the future when Apocalypse, a mighty mutant, is driven completely mad by his powers! Discover the stunning conclusion to the 4-part epic "Beyond Good And Evil" in this sensational 14-episode set.

Episode Guide
Disc 1
o Proteus (Part 1)
o Proteus (Part 2)
o Sanctuary (Part 1)
o Sanctuary (Part 2)
o Beyond Good And Evil (Part 1)
o Beyond Good And Evil (Part 2)
o Beyond Good And Evil (Part 3)
o Beyond Good And Evil (Part 4)

Disc 2
o Have Yourself a Morlock Little X-Mas
o The Lotus and the Steel
o Love in Vain
o Secrets, Not Long Buried
o Xavier Remembers
o Family Ties

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