Get ready for a wild ride with Cocaine Bear, the latest film from Director Elizabeth Banks, hitting the shelves on April 18th in Blu-ray™ and DVD, and digital on April 14th, 2023. Inspired by the true story of a drug runner’s plane crash, missing cocaine, and a bear that ate it, this dark comedy promises to be a thrilling ride.
The story follows an oddball group of cops, criminals, tourists, and teens who converge in a Georgia forest, where a 500-pound apex predator has ingested a staggering amount of cocaine and gone on a rampage for more blow and blood. Starring Keri Russell, Margo Martindale, and the late Ray Liotta, this “wildly entertaining” film has been praised for its adrenaline-fueled action and humor.
The ‘Maximum Rampage Edition’ of Cocaine Bear comes with an array of behind-the-scenes extras that are sure to delight fans. The bonus features include an alternate ending, deleted and extended scenes, a gag reel, and several featurettes that provide a behind-the-scenes look at the making of the film.
One of the featurettes, “All Roads Lead to Cokey: The Making of COCAINE BEAR,” introduces viewers to the hilarious ensemble of actors who brought the movie’s characters to life. Meanwhile, “UnBEARable Bloodbath: Dissecting the Kills” offers a glimpse into the special effects and stunts used to create the film’s gruesome and hilarious kill scenes. And for those who want a closer look at the film’s dialogue, “Doing Lines” features cast and filmmakers reading lines from the script.
Director/Producer Elizabeth Banks and Producer Max Handelman provide commentary on the film in the feature commentary. With this much content, the ‘Maximum Rampage Edition’ promises to be a must-have for fans of the movie.
To learn more about Cocaine Bear, head over to the film’s website, where you can find the trailer, behind-the-scenes footage, and social media links.