Warner To Release Movies on Dual HD-DVD/DVD Discs

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Warner Home Video announced the release of the first title in the new HD-DVD/DVD Combo Format. One side of the disc contains the HD-DVD version, while the other side contains the Standard Definition DVD version. The film Rumour Has It will debut May 9th in this format.

This dual format HD-DVD/DVD disc was created to allow consumers a smooth transition into HD-DVD. Stephen Nickerson from the Market Management Team of Warner Home Video stated, "If they own an HD-DVD player, of course, they’ll get all the benefits of HD-DVD and be able to play the disc in existing DVD players. If they’re considering a future purchase of an HD-DVD player, they can still enjoy the movie until they upgrade.”

In addition, Warner Home Video will release three new HD-DVD titles; Goodfellas and Swordfish on May 2nd as well as Training Day on May 9th.

Goodfellas, Swordfish, and Training Day will retail for $28.99. The dual format edition of Rumour Has It will retail for $39.99.

Warner Home Video began it's rollout of HD-DVD titles on April 18th with The Last Samurai, The Phantom of the Opera, and Million Dollar Baby. Additional titles are expected to be announced shortly for release in May.

Source: Warner Home Video