'Anora' home release details: Digital purchase, rental, and physical formats
Annapurna Rai | Mar 20, 2025, 03:50 IST
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The critically acclaimed film 'Anora,' directed by Sean Baker and starring Mikey Madison, won five Oscars in 2025. The film is available for digital purchase, streaming on Hulu, and as a Criterion Collection physical release with exclusive special features. The story unfolds around Ani's romance with a Russian oligarch's son.
The critically acclaimed film "Anora," directed by Sean Baker and starring Mikey Madison, has garnered significant attention following its success at the 2025 Academy Awards, where it secured five Oscars, including Best Picture and Best Actress. For those eager to experience this modern Cinderella story, here's how you can access the film across various platforms:
Digital purchase and rental
"Anora" became available for digital purchase and rental on December 17, 2024. Viewers can rent or buy the film on platforms such as Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, and Vudu. For instance, Amazon Prime Video offers the movie for rent in UHD for $5.99.
Streaming availability
As of March 17, 2025, "Anora" is streaming on Hulu. This aligns with distributor Neon’s typical release patterns, making the film accessible to Hulu subscribers.
DVD, Blu-ray, and 4K Ultra HD release
The Criterion Collection has announced the release of "Anora" in physical formats, including DVD, Blu-ray, and 4K Ultra HD. The official release date for these versions is April 29, 2025. Pre-orders are currently available on Amazon and through Criterion's official website. Customers who pre-order will receive notifications when their orders are ready to ship.
Special features and packaging
The Criterion Collection edition of "Anora" includes several special features:
"Anora" follows the story of Ani, a young woman from Brooklyn who embarks on a whirlwind romance with Vanya, the son of a Russian oligarch. Their impulsive marriage faces challenges as Vanya's parents intervene, leading to a compelling narrative about love, cultural clashes, and personal aspirations.
Digital purchase and rental
"Anora" became available for digital purchase and rental on December 17, 2024. Viewers can rent or buy the film on platforms such as Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, and Vudu. For instance, Amazon Prime Video offers the movie for rent in UHD for $5.99.
Streaming availability
As of March 17, 2025, "Anora" is streaming on Hulu. This aligns with distributor Neon’s typical release patterns, making the film accessible to Hulu subscribers.
DVD, Blu-ray, and 4K Ultra HD release
The Criterion Collection has announced the release of "Anora" in physical formats, including DVD, Blu-ray, and 4K Ultra HD. The official release date for these versions is April 29, 2025. Pre-orders are currently available on Amazon and through Criterion's official website. Customers who pre-order will receive notifications when their orders are ready to ship.
Special features and packaging
The Criterion Collection edition of "Anora" includes several special features:
- A new 4K digital master, supervised by director Sean Baker and producer Alex Coco, with a 5.1 surround DTS-HD Master Audio soundtrack.
- Two audio commentaries: one featuring Baker, Coco, producer Samantha Quan, and cinematographer Drew Daniels; the other featuring Baker and actors Yura Borisov, Mark Eydelshteyn, Karren Karagulian, Mikey Madison, and Vache Tovmasyan.
- A new making-of documentary.
"Anora" follows the story of Ani, a young woman from Brooklyn who embarks on a whirlwind romance with Vanya, the son of a Russian oligarch. Their impulsive marriage faces challenges as Vanya's parents intervene, leading to a compelling narrative about love, cultural clashes, and personal aspirations.