Reaganhas now received its digital release date.Reaganis a biopic offormer president Ronald Reagan, who notably got his start as a Hollywood actor before becoming a politician.Reaganfeatures a leading cast including Dennis Quaid, Mena Suvari, Amanda Righetti, C. Thomas Howell, and Penelope Ann Miller, and was originally released in theaters this summer. The film was directed by Sean McNamara, with a screenplay by Howard Klausner.
As per Lionsgate,Reaganhas now been given a VOD and digital release date.Reaganwill be available forpurchase on electronic sell-through beginning on October 15. After that point, the film will be made available onVideo-on-Demand (VOD) starting on November 1. Just a few weeks later,Reaganwill be able to be purchased on Blu-ray and DVD on November 19.
What This Digital Release Date Means For Reagan
Reaganwas originally released in theaters on August 30. The fact that it will have been a theatrical exclusive until its electronic sell-through release date is notable in that it means thatReaganwas given a decent shot in theaters. While the number of screens playingReaganhas decreased over time, the gap between its theatrical release and digital release is longer than bigger-named films such asThe Wild Robot. This is somewhat surprising, givenReaganwas not immensely profitable. At the time of writing, the film hasgrossed $29.3 million worldwide.
Every Actor Who Has Played Ronald Reagan In A Movie Or TV Show
Dennis Quaid may be the latest actor to play Ronald Reagan in this year’s film, Reagan, but the former president has seen many different portrayals.
That said,Reaganhas always come out as a fan favorite despite the odds.Reagan’s critical reviewsare terrible, as the film holds an18% Tomatometer among critics. The audience has been far more receptive, however, asReaganhas a 98% Popcornmeter. This dissonance between audience and critics' scores could similarly indicate more surprises to come in the film’s success story. For example, it could mean thatReaganwill do well during its digital release despite underperforming at the box office.
Reagan Is Part Of A Year Of Political Films
2024 Has Seen The Release Of Numerous Films Concerning Political Figures
Reagancame out during a fascinating release time with consideration of other Hollywood releases and broader political happenings. Not only is 2024 an election year in the United States, but it is also one that has seen the release of the political thrillerCivil Waras well as the mixed-reviewed Donald Trump biographical filmThe Apprentice. I cannot help but think thatReagan’s divisiveness has something to do with its politics, but either way, it is part of a slew of interestingly paired 2024 releases in what is already a politically heated year.
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Reagon follows the life of the 40th president of the United States, Ronald Reagan, from his time as a young boy through his tenure in the Oval Office.
