Who in the world would like a muck-encrusted plant man? Just about everyone!

Yes, “The Return of Swamp Thing” is a “thing” in 2023. To commemorate the 35th anniversary of the movie, a special-edition 4K Ultra HD and Blu-ray combo pack has been released by Lightyear Entertainment.

The pristine clarity marked by the 4K transfer enables the muck to stand out even more.

Dick Durock plays the swamp thing, who tries to save a fetching woman (Heather Locklear) from the evil plans of her mad scientist father.

The special edition features two new special features: an interview with the producer and a music video. Loads of previously released special features are included, including audio commentaries, interviews, 1989 promo reel, and more.

Other titles

“The Jackie Chan Collection Volume 1 (1976-1982)” (Shout! Factory) is now on Blu-ray, featuring seven classic films that showcase the mixture of martial arts, action, and comedy of the one and only Chan. Titles are “Battle Creek Brawl,” “Dragon First,” “Dragon Lord,” “Snake & Crane Arts of Shaolin,” “The Killer Meteors,” “Shaolin Wooden Men,” and “To Kill with Intrigue.” Each title contains all-new audio commentaries. Also, “Dragon Lord” features a 103-minute cut and a 96-minute Hong Kong theatrical cut.

“Kubo and the Two Strings” and “The Boxtrolls” (both Shout! Factory and LAIKA) are out on 4K Ultra HD plus Blu-ray for the first time. The SteelBook releases feature new hand-drawn art from acclaimed illustrators to represent the films.

“Northern Shade” (Bay View Entertainment) is set during the COVID-19 pandemic and focuses on purpose and redemption in an age of heightened anxiety and isolation. A loner Army veteran teams with a private investigator to look into the disappearance of his estranged brother, who has been recruited by an extremist militia planning an unknown attack.