| Actors: |
Edmund Purdom, Caroline Munro, Alan Lake, Belinda Mayne, Mark Jones, Gerry Sundquist, Kelly Baker, Pat Astley
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| Special Features: |
- Commentary features film historian Amanda Reyes and producer Ewan Cant.
- "Don't Direct Till Christmas" (20:03, HD) is an interview with writer Alan Birkinshaw, who tracks the development of his career, eventually finding his way to producer Dick Randall, who offered work during his strange career, becoming friends in the process. Birkinshaw details his time with Edmund Purdom, trying to stay out of the way during his directorial efforts, only to realize the once famous actor wasn't cutting it as a helmer. Once it was determined 'Don't Open Till Christmas" wasn't working, Birkinshaw was brought in to create a new storyline with fresh actors, including Alan Lake, and his sad story of personal loss and suicide is recalled. The interviewee also offers his thoughts on becoming a "fixer" for other movies as well.
- "Birkinshaw Uncut" (56:10, HD) is an extended interview with Alan Birkinshaw, who does a deep dive into his career, sharing professional challenges and thoughts on his efforts, including "Killer's Moon," "Invaders of the Lost Gold," and "Ten Little Indians."
- "Slashing Ms. Munro" (34:36, HD) is an interview with actress Caroline Munro, who discusses her "icon" label, happy to work in genre entertainment, dating back to her years with Hammer Films. Munro explores her relationship with practical effects, enjoying the hard work put into macabre visuals, and her experience moving from English productions to American ones, including "Maniac." Time on "Don't Open Till Christmas" is examined, with the interviewee only spending a few hours on her big scene, and she recalls her disappointment after not being able to meet Edmund Purdom and Alan Lake. Time on "Slaughter High" is detailed, along with her memories of making "Maniac."
- "Purdom Babylonia" (16:35, HD) is an interview with Lilan Purdom about her father, director Edmund Purdom. Lilan goes into her own feelings about her parent, whom she barely saw over the years due to distance and marital relationships. Biographical information is provided, along with Edmund's development as a screen star, eventually building quite a career in Italy. Edmund admitting the shoot was torturous.
- "The Making of a Horror Film" (52:06, SD) is an archival making-of, taking viewers back to the mid-1980s in London, with the production of "Don't Open Till Christmas" in full swing. Cast and crew interviews are present (conducted on-set), but BTS footage, which explores the filming process, including make-up effects and locations shooting.
- Deleted and Alternate/Extended Scenes (16:09, SD) deliver cut footage from "Don't Open Till Christmas," pulled from an early rough version of the picture. A sequence involving Dr. Bridle is included here.
- "A Dangerous Place for Santa" (14:39, HD) tour of locations used in "Don't Open Till Christmas," with host Ewan Cant bringing viewers to London to take in the sights.
- Still Gallery (2:17) collects film stills, publicity shots, and BTS snaps.
- Theatrical Trailer (1:56, HD)
- R eversible cover artwork
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