Scream Factory will be releasing Scanners II and III as a Blu-ray/DVD combo pack, and they've given us a look at the official cover art. The movies are due out this fall, but bonus features and a specific release date have not yet been announced. For those unfamiliar with the sequels to David Cronenberg's cult classic, Scanners II: The New Order was a direct to video title released in 1991 and was directed by Christian Duguay:

"A story of control ... over minds and soceity. Apower hungry police official dreams of creating a crime free society through mind control, in this sequel to David Cronenberg's hit sci-fi thriller that features superb special effects. Veterinary student David Kellum (David Hewlett) has no idea he's a scanner - one who can read minds and control the actions of others. When he suddenly discovers his unique abilities whild foiling a holdup, police commander, Joseph Forrester (Yvan Ponton) befriends David and introduces him to a scientist who works with other scanners. At first David is relieved to learn his "problem" is a "gift" which can be used for good. But Forrester has a secret master plan which soon snags David in a web of death and deception that threatens everyone he lovers, and ultimately engulfs him in a devastating confrontation with a sadistic scanner whose cruelty has no limits."

Scanners III: The Takeover was also a direct-to-video release from Christian Duguay and came out in 1992:

"In the final installment of the trilogy that began with David Cronenberg's classic shocker, a Scanner named Helena takes an experimental drug which turns her into a psychotic killer. As she goes on a murderous rampage with visions of world domination, only one man can stop her - her brother Alex."

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    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.

  • 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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