PETE'S DRAGON flies onto Blu-ray in a 35th Anniversary Edition

Disney will release "Pete's Dragon," with its combination of live action and animation, on Blu-ray for the first time October 16 and sporting an all-new digital restoration in a 2-Disc Blu-ray Combo 35th Anniversary Edition. 

"Pete's Dragon" features Helen Reddy singing the Oscar-nominated "Candle on the Water" and the comedic talents of Mickey Rooney and (if you can pick her out under all the mud and grime) Shelly Winters. 

Synopsis:                                
Rediscover with your family the endearing story between Pete and his invisible dragon friend Elliott as they develop a special bond and share a magical friendship.  With memorable characters and heartwarming songs, including the 1977 Academy Award “Best Original Song” nominee “Candle On The Water,” "Pete’s Dragon" 35th Anniversary Edition is the perfect timeless classic every member of your family will love.

Cast:                                 
Mickey Rooney ("Night at the Museum"), Helen Reddy (singer/songwriter), Sean Marshall ("The New Adventures of Heidi"), Red Buttons ("The Poseidon Adventure," "The Longest Day") and Jim Dale (TV’s “Pushing Daisies”)

Director:                                 
Don Chaffey (TV’s “Chips,” and “Charlie’s Angels”)

Screen Writers:                      
Malcolm Marmorstein ("Dark Shadows," "Love Bites")
Seton I. Miller ("Scarface," "The Adventures of Robin Hood")
S.S. Field ("On Such A Night")

Suggested Retail Price:         
2-Disc Combo Pack Blu-ray + DVD = $29.99 U.S. / $35.99 Canada

Bonus Features:  No new bonus features. Includes bonus from the 2009 DVD release.
Rating: G
Feature Run Time: 88 minutes
Aspect Ratio: 1.66:1
Blu-ray Audio: 5.1 DTS-HD Master Audio
Languages:  English (DTS-HD Master Audio), French (5.1 Dolby Digital)
Subtitles:  French, English