For home theater enthusiasts, the 1080p Blu-ray includes behind-the-scenes featurettes on the and puppetry for the Hollowgasts .
is a dark fantasy adventure directed by and based on the bestselling 2011 novel by Ransom Riggs. The film follows 16-year-old Jake Portman (Asa Butterfield), who discovers a hidden refuge on a remote Welsh island where children with extraordinary "peculiarities" live in a perpetual time loop to escape monstrous predators. Key Film Details Release Date: September 30, 2016. Runtime: Approximately 2 hours and 7 minutes (127 minutes). For home theater enthusiasts, the 1080p Blu-ray includes
After a family tragedy, teenager Jake discovers a mysterious time loop that leads him to a ruined orphanage on a Welsh island. There, he meets Miss Peregrine and her “peculiar” children—gifted individuals living in a protected 1943 bubble. Jake must help them survive monstrous creatures called Hollowgasts and a sinister rival ymbryne. Key Film Details Release Date: September 30, 2016
The story also touches on the complexities of growing up and finding one's place in the world. Jake's journey is particularly poignant, as he navigates the challenges of adolescence while discovering his own peculiar abilities. There, he meets Miss Peregrine and her “peculiar”
Visual Texture: The film relies heavily on "peculiarities"—invisible boys, girls lighter than air, and bees living inside teenagers. In 1080p, the seamless blend of practical effects and CGI is crisp, allowing the viewer to appreciate the artistry behind the monsters known as Hollowgasts.
Critics praised , Eva Green , and Burton’s return to form after underwhelming films like Dark Shadows . However, some found the second half too reliant on CGI and the villain underdeveloped. The 1080p home release (Blu-ray, digital) was lauded for its reference-quality video and DTS-HD Master Audio 7.1 track.