When the film won the at Cannes in 2013, the demand for a home release was immediate . The Criterion Collection released a director-approved 1080p Blu-ray in early 2014 to capitalize on the buzz .
The Blu-ray remains a definitive high-definition release, particularly through The Criterion Collection , which offers a director-approved digital master. While originally a "bare-bones" release to capitalize on the film's Palme d'Or win, it features a pristine 1080p transfer that highlights the film’s intimate, naturalistic digital cinematography. Visual and Audio Performance blue is the warmest color 2013 bluray 1080 updated
✅ BluRay 1080p ✅ Year: 2013 ✅ Audio: French (original) + optional subs ✅ Runtime: Uncut, 3 hours When the film won the at Cannes in
| Region | Distributor | Video Transfer | Notable Features | |--------|-------------|----------------|------------------| | France (Original) | Wild Side Video | 1080p AVC, 2.35:1 | French-only menus, forced French subtitles on French audio (sometimes) | | UK | Artificial Eye | 1080p AVC | Good compression, includes both cuts? (No — only theatrical) | | US | Criterion Collection (2014) | | Best special features: interviews, essay, 2-disc set, lossless French 5.1 DTS-HD MA | | Germany | Concorde | 1080p | Often region-locked (B) | | Australia | Madman | 1080p | Region B | While originally a "bare-bones" release to capitalize on
While a long-rumored "Director's Cut" or "Ultimate Edition" with more extras from Abdellatif Kechiche has yet to materialize in the West, international markets have seen newer hybrid releases:
Finding Passion in High Definition: Blue Is the Warmest Color 1080p Update
As of late 2024 and 2025, there have been several updates regarding the film’s availability in high definition: Blue Is the Warmest Color - Blu-Ray - High Def Digest