Little Odessa (The Criterion Collection) [Blu-ray]

Little Odessa from The Criterion Collection is a Blu-ray edition of James Gray’s debut feature, a family tragedy framed as a gangster drama. Its listed special features include a new 4K digital restoration, director-approved audio and video extras, English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing, and a printed essay.

At a glance

James Gray’s debut follows hit man Joshua as his return to Brooklyn brings his criminal life into conflict with his family.
The listing describes a new 4K digital restoration supervised and approved by Gray, with a 2.0 surround DTS-HD Master Audio soundtrack.
Extras listed include Gray’s 2000 audio commentary, a making-of documentary and a new conversation with critic and podcaster Sean Fennessey.
The edition also lists English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing and an essay by film critic Glenn Kenny.

Price

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Reference price: ~~$52.74~~

Price checked: 12 Nov 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

A substantial set of film-related extras is listed alongside the feature, including commentary, a documentary and a new director conversation.
The listing specifies a director-approved restoration and a surround audio track, useful details for buyers choosing a collector-oriented disc.

Technical specifications

7 specifications

Edition and playback
Media format	Blu-ray
Language	English
Runtime	1 hour and 38 minutes

Film and release
Listed actor	Tim Roth
Studio	The Criterion Collection
Release date	25 August 2026

Dimensions and weight
Dimensions and weight listed	2.54 x 2.54 x 2.54 cm; 90.72 Grams

What to know before buying

The listed release date is 25 August 2026. Confirm the date and availability in the selected listing before ordering.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Viewers interested in James Gray’s early work and crime dramas focused on family conflict.
Criterion Collection buyers seeking commentary, documentary material, a filmmaker conversation and an essay.

Less suited to

Buyers seeking a 4K UHD disc. The listed media format is Blu-ray, even though the restoration is described as 4K.

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Frequently asked questions

Is this a 4K UHD disc?

The listed media format is Blu-ray. The description says the film has a new 4K digital restoration, which does not mean the disc itself is 4K UHD.

What extras are listed?

The listing names a 2000 audio commentary by James Gray, a making-of documentary, a new conversation between Gray and Sean Fennessey, and an essay by Glenn Kenny.

What audio and subtitle details are provided?

The description specifies a 2.0 surround DTS-HD Master Audio soundtrack and English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing.

How long is the film?

The listed runtime is 1 hour and 38 minutes.