Carl Roberts 
Starring Jean-Marc Barr, Jean Reno, Rosanna Arquette and directed by Luc Besson, The Big Blue is coming to 4K UHD and Digital Platforms worldwide.
Luc Besson’s award-winning THE BIG BLUE – starring Jean Reno, Jean-Marc Barr and Rosanna Arquette – makes its 4K UHD worldwide debut on SteelBook and Digital on December 1. It features a brand new restoration from Gaumont Studios. Additionally, there is stunning new artwork by the acclaimed artist Flore Maquin.
Following the highly popular 4K SteelBook releases of Besson’s Leon, Subway, and La Femme Nikita, StudioCanal presents a beautifully collectable, 4-disc edition of his award-winning, mythical Mediterranean adventure. It is inspired by the life of legendary diver Jacques Mayol. The release includes the Theatrical and Extended cuts of the film. Plus, it features brand new extras.
With a cast including Jean Reno (Leon), Jean-Marc Barr (Dancer In The Dark), and Rosanna Arquette (Pulp Fiction), the film features a vibrant score by regular Besson collaborator Éric Serra (The Fifth Element). He won the 1989 César award for Best Music. Additionally, the extraordinary widescreen cinematography (by Carlo Varini, Subway) looks absolutely stunning in the new restoration.
CRITICAL ACCLAIM
Winner of the 1989 National Academy of Cinema Academy Award, and described by Film4 as “a hypnotically beautiful and metaphysical delight”, it’s time to dive into the definitive edition of THE BIG BLUE and experience Besson at his passionate and most visually arresting best.
PREMISE
Enzo (Jean Reno), the uncontested freediving world champion, tracks down his childhood friend and fellow freediver Jacques (Jean-Marc Barr). And insists that he compete in the upcoming world championships. Jacques accepts Enzo’s challenge and beats his record. Sparking a competition between the two old friends that intensifies as each man attempts to reach increasingly life-threatening depths and journey further into the unknown…
CONTENTS
UHD Disc 1: Theatrical Cut
UHD Disc 2: Extended Cut
BD Disc 1: Theatrical Cut
BD Disc 2: Extended Cut
SPECIAL FEATURES
Making of Documentary
NEW Interviews with Cast and Crew [UHD only]
Certificate: 15
Running Time: Theatrical Cut: 137 mins/Extended Cut: 168mins approx
THE BIG BLUE is available to buy on SteelBook and Digital from 1st December 2025 and available to pre-order HERE
Introducing Carl! As the News Editor at Future of the Force, Carl has been an invaluable member of our team since early 2016. His expertise and dedication have made him an integral part of our editorial staff. Beyond his professional role, Carl is a fervent supporter of Liverpool F.C. and an avid follower of pop culture. He has a deep passion for Halloween, Friday the 13th, and the iconic movie franchises Star Wars and Star Trek.
He can be found either at his neighborhood cinema, enjoying the latest releases on the big screen, or at home streaming the newest blockbuster movies.
