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March 2, 2025 will mark 60 years since the classic film adaptation of Rodgers & Hammerstein's The Sound of Music debuted on screens. This year, fans can experience the film again in a beautifully restored and remastered 4K version, which is slated to hit theaters and 4K Blu-ray in 2025. Specific screening and release dates have yet to be announced.

Over the course of 9 months, the Walt Disney Film Restoration team oversaw digital scanning of preserved film footage and expert clean-up efforts to correct any dirt, warping or other issues encountered. “Our team is honored to care for and re-deliver this classic film to audiences around the world so they can enjoy it in all its originally intended visual and audio glory,” says Kevin Schaeffer, Director, Restoration & Library Management. Weaving artistic skills with innovative technology in a process more delicate than the petals of an edelweiss, the 60th anniversary restoration of The Sound of Music sings with both vibrant color and resounding melody, sharing the cinematic legacy anew for generations to come.

“This enhanced version of The Sound of Music is a testament to the enduring power of this iconic masterpiece. As we enter the 60th year, the restoration will safeguard our beloved classic for generations to come,” says Imogen Lloyd Webber, who oversees the Rodgers & Hammerstein brand as EVP Marketing and Communications for Concord Theatricals and Originals.

“The Walt Disney Company couldn’t be a better partner to bring to life an amazing international celebration of The Sound of Music’s enduring and meaningful impact on culture,” adds Sophia Dilley, EVP of Concord Originals.

In this true-life story, Julie Andrews lights up the screen as Maria, a spirited young woman who leaves the convent and becomes a governess to the seven unruly children of Captain von Trapp (Christopher Plummer). Her warmth, charm and songs soon win the hearts of the children and their father. But when the threat of war rises, Maria is forced to attempt a daring escape with her new family. A five-time Academy Awards®-winning classic, and one of the most successful movie musicals of all time, The Sound of Music features unforgettable Rodgers & Hammerstein treasures like “Edelweiss,” ”My Favorite Things,” “Climb Ev’ry Mountain,” and “Do-Re-Mi.”

So that’s today’s big release news, but trust me when I say that this isn’t the only 20th Century Studios or Disney-controlled catalog film that’s coming to 4K Ultra HD in 2025. We’ll post more when we can, but definitely check out our November news update for more in the meantime.

UmbrellaFish wrote: ↑Thu Feb 20, 2025 7:57 pm tsom, what are your feelings on the 2010 restoration today? I remember back in the day we were all thrilled with the new details provided by HD, but over the years, I’ve read comments that say this restoration is too warm. For example, that Julie’s hair is almost red when it should be blonde. What do you think?

tsom wrote: ↑Mon Jul 28, 2025 11:21 pm I'm curious if this will be a one-time thing in celebration of the upcoming 60th anniversary re-release, or if we'll see Sound Of Music pop up during TCM's 31 Nights of Oscars programming. I think it's cool that TCM is finally airing the film, but I also like the exclusivity of Sound of Music's TV airings to just ABC and Freeform. Just makes it feel more special.

Fun fact -- the film randomly aired on BYU TV a few months ago.

UmbrellaFish wrote: ↑Tue Jul 29, 2025 5:56 am

tsom wrote: ↑Mon Jul 28, 2025 11:21 pm I'm curious if this will be a one-time thing in celebration of the upcoming 60th anniversary re-release, or if we'll see Sound Of Music pop up during TCM's 31 Nights of Oscars programming. I think it's cool that TCM is finally airing the film, but I also like the exclusivity of Sound of Music's TV airings to just ABC and Freeform. Just makes it feel more special.

Fun fact -- the film randomly aired on BYU TV a few months ago.

Re: The Sound of Music airing on BYU TV, that’s wild!

I get the special-ness of exclusivity. I remember years ago when they aired Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs on TV for the first time on ABC Family and it just felt… wrong. Snow White had never aired on television ever, prior to that— and it debuted on cable, not even network TV (if I remember correctly). This was probably 10 years ago now.

ETA: I was googling this story to see if I remembered correctly, and one of the top hits was your thread, tsom, announcing Snow White was coming to ABC Family! And it was 15 years ago now, not 10!

I agree with you, they should keep The Sound of Music special, but if one extra channel gets the license at least it’s a prestigious one like TCM (and apparently BYU TV!).

I did see that The Sound of Music will be airing alongside other Christopher Plummer films that day on TCM— it’s part of their “Summer Under the Stars” programming, and this is the first year they are featuring Christopher Plummer.