The Italian-themed mermaid (merman) story of Luca comes to 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray, and DVD from Disney and Pixar.

Although released on its streaming format Disney+ earlier this summer, the studio launches its physical digital media for those collectors, non-Disney+ subscribers, and any others who just enjoy watching the extra features.

The physical mediums includes two alternate openings, many deleted scenes, and much, much more.

Here’s the film synopsis:

Set in a seaside town on the Italian Riviera, Disney and Pixar’s Luca is a coming-of-age story about a young boy experiencing an unforgettable summer. Luca shares his amazing adventures with his friend Alberto, but their fun is threatened by a deeply held secret: they’re sea monsters from a world below the water’s surface.

The voice cast includes Jacob Tremblay, Jack Dylan Grazer, Emma Berman, Saverio Raimondo, Maya Rudolph, Marco Barricelli, and Jim Gaffigan. Enrico Casarosa directed the animation from the story by Casarosa, Jesse Andrews, and Simon Stephenson.

ALSO CHECK OUT: Jacob Tremblay and Jack Dylan Grazer, the Stars of Disney/Pixar’s Luca Talk About Their Sea Monsters [Exclusive Interview]

Here are the bonus features in the Ultra 4K Ultra, Blu-ray and DVD release:

• Our Italian Inspiration – Experience the joy of discovery as Pixar artists travel to Cinque Terre, Italy, to absorb the beauty and culture of the coastal region which inspired the characters and quintessential Italian backdrop of Luca.
• Secretly A Sea Monster – Explore the artistry and technical innovation of Luca’s transformation from sea monster to human, and how the theme of transformation is central to the emotional journey of the main characters.
• Best Friends – Best friends can challenge us, inspire us, annoy us, and encourage us. The cast and crew of Luca share their own stories about how besties incluenced their lives, and how those experiences informed the creation of screen pals Luca, Alberto, and Giulia.
• Deleted Scenes
  • Introduction – Director Enrico Casarosa introduces scenes not included in the final version of Luca.
  • Starfish Hunt (Alternate Opening) – Luca explores the shore and the sea, gathering mussels and starfish, in this serene alternate opening to the film.
  • Isola Del Mare (Alternate Opening) – Luca welcomes viewers to the quiet island he calls home.
  • Festa Del Mare – The boys go a festival filled with fun…and danger.
  • Here Comes Giulia – Giulia explores Isola Del Mare, where she meets Luca and Alberto, and asks so many questions.
  • Gelato Trouble – Giulia offers to treat Luca and Alberto to something called “gelato.”
  • Sea Monster Cannery – Luca dreams about a magical place filled with Vespas and gelato, but things aren’t quite what they seem.

Luca is available on digital, 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray and DVD on August 3rd.

Check out the trailer below.

Source: Disney, Pixar