We've known that Synapse Films had plans to release Hammer House of Horror since 2010, but it is now official and will be released later this year. The complete 13-episode TV series will be available in a 5-DVD set on September 11th. According to Fangoria, the episodes will be presented in their original airdate order and are completely uncut:

"Produced in 1980, HAMMER HOUSE OF HORROR consisted of 13 episodes shot at Hampden Manor House in the heart of England, with directors including Hammer vets Peter Sasdy and Alan Gibson and featuring actors such as Peter Cushing, Pierce Brosnan, Brian Cox and Denholm Elliott. Synapse’s five-DVD set will present the episodes in original airdate order, uncut with all the nudity and violence intact, presented in the original 1.33:1 broadcast aspect ratio."

The DVD set will sell for $39.95 and we've included a look at the cover art below. Here is a list of bonus features:

  • Episode introductions with film historian Shane M. Dallman
  • “Grave Recollections: A Visit With Kathryn Leigh Scott” actress interview featurette
  • “Hammer Housekeeping: A Visit With Mia Nadasi” actress interview featurette
  • Animated still gallery

Source: Fangoria
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  • Jonathan James
    About the Author : Jonathan James

    After more than a decade as a consultant in the tech and entertainment industries, Jonathan James launched Daily Dead in 2010 to share his passion for horror entertainment. He takes immense pride in Daily Dead's talented team of writers, who work tirelessly to explore and celebrate horror as a respected art form capable of telling complex, character-driven stories with deep emotional and cultural impact.

    Over the course of his career, Jonathan has written more than 10,000 articles and hosted panels at major conventions, including New York Comic Con and San Diego Comic-Con. He has also been consulted as an expert on horror and pop culture, offering his insights on horror history and the latest trends through media outlets, radio stations, film festivals, and fan conventions.

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