Citizen Kane (Criterion Collection) 4-Disc Blu-ray Special Edition

Citizen Kane from The Criterion Collection is a four-disc special edition for viewers seeking Orson Welles’ landmark film alongside supplemental material. The listing describes a Blu-ray and digital release, with English audio and subtitles, but does not establish regional playback or digital redemption details.

At a glance

Includes the film and a range of supplemental material, including commentary, documentaries, interviews, a video essay and radio plays.
The description also names the bonus short The Hearts of Age (1934) and a theatrical trailer.
The story follows newspaper tycoon Charles Foster Kane and the mystery around his dying word.

Price

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Reference price: ~~$73.23~~

Price checked: 12 Nov 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

Four discs provide space for the feature and a substantial set of listed extras.
English SDH subtitles and English mono audio are specified in the description.

Technical specifications

8 specifications

Identity
Brand	The Criterion Collection
Media format	Blu-ray, Digital, Special Edition
Number of discs	4
Language	English

Dimensions and installation
Dimensions listed	20.6 x 16 x 3.4 cm; 290 Grams

Film and listed features
Runtime	119 min.
Audio	English Uncompressed PCM mono
Subtitles	English (SDH)

What to know before buying

The listing specifies Blu-ray and digital formats but does not clarify digital access terms or regional compatibility. Confirm these details if they affect your playback setup.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Viewers interested in Citizen Kane and Orson Welles’ film work.
Collectors looking for a multi-disc edition with commentary and supplementary films and essays.
Buyers who want English SDH subtitles.

Less suited to

Buyers specifically seeking a confirmed 4K UHD edition or surround-sound audio, neither of which is specified here.
Anyone who needs confirmed digital redemption or regional playback details before purchase.

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Customer reviews on Amazon

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Customer feedback commonly regards Citizen Kane as a classic, while video quality receives mixed comments, including reports of contrast concerns. The listing identifies this as a Blu-ray edition, but those varied impressions are not a guarantee of how it will look on a particular display.

Positive themes

Customers describe the film as a classic.

Mixed feedback

Video quality feedback is mixed, with some customers noting contrast problems.

Frequently asked questions

How many discs are listed?

The listing specifies a four-disc set.

What audio and subtitles are described?

The description lists English Uncompressed PCM mono audio and English SDH subtitles.

What extras are named?

Listed extras include commentary, documentaries, interviews, a featurette, a video essay, a theatrical trailer, the short The Hearts of Age (1934), radio plays and an essay.

Is digital access included?

Digital appears in the listed media format, but redemption terms and availability are not explained. Check the selected listing before relying on digital access.