Norman, a man in love with his girlfriend, attends her father's party, held in a hotel where a sect is preparing for the birth of the god it worships.

Unreleased for nearly twenty years, The Birthday has achieved near-mythic status among cult film enthusiasts. Shot on a single, meticulously designed location, Eugenio Mira's deliriously offbeat dark comedy offers a career-best turn from Corey Feldman (The Lost Boys), playing wildly against type.

Painfully awkward Norman Forrester (Feldman) chooses the opulent birthday party of his girlfriend Alison's (Erica Prior) wealthy father (Jack Taylor, Conan the Barbarian) as the perfect moment to propose. But between bizarre encounters with guests and unnervingly polite hotel staff, Norman stumbles into a nightmarish occult conspiracy that threatens not just his relationship but the fate of the world itself.

Rediscovered at last, The Birthday blends screwball comedy, cosmic horror and feverish style into an unforgettable cinematic experience. Restored from the original negative, Arrow Video is proud to present this one-of-a-kind descent into madness in the release it's always deserved.

Bonus Materials

• LIMITED EDITION CONTENTS
• 4K restoration from the original negative
• High Definition Blu-ray (1080p) presentation
• Original DTS-HD MA 5.1 surround audio
• Optional English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing
• Audio commentary by actor Corey Feldman and co-writer/director Eugenio Mira
• The Shape of a Miracle, a brand new interview with Mira, shot exclusively for this release
• Pathology, an in-depth breakdown of a scene from the film by Mira, featuring archival behind-the-scenes footage, storyboards and rushes
• 2024 Q&A with Feldman and Mira from the film’s 20th anniversary screening at Fantastic Fest in Austin, Texas
• Original trailer
• 20th anniversary trailer
• Image gallery
• Reversible sleeve featuring two original artwork options
• Collectors’ booklet featuring new writing on the film by Bryan Reesman

 

Cast & Crew

Actors:

•        Corey Feldman
•       Erica Prior
•       Jack Taylor
•       Dale Douma

Director:  Eugenio Mira

Additional Details

Label: Arrow Video

Genre: Mystery/Thriller

Language: English

Run Time: 120 mins

Region: 1

Release Date: 03/17/26

UPC: 760137202561