Dazzler Media, a UK based distributor of TV and Films, have recently confirmed on social media that the animated feature-length-film, The Glassworker, will be released on 4K UHD Blu-Ray, Blu-Ray, and DVD, on the 22nd December 2025 in the UK. Pre-Orders for all three formats are also available at online retailers.
We’ve known about the Blu-Ray and DVD release of the film for quite some time, as listings appeared on HMV and Amazon UK and we added them to our release schedule, but we now have official confirmation of its release and (more importantly) the inclusion of 4K UHD Blu-Ray Edition of the film.
The Glassworker is Pakistan’s first hand-drawn animated feature, from the Mano Animation Studios, and also sees the directorial debut of Usman Riaz, a director who worked under the mentorship of Studio Ghibli and Studio Ponoc producer, Geoffrey Wexler. While both the studio and director are new, The animation looks superb and certainly draws inspiration from Studio Ghibli to offer a new story for animation fans to enjoy.
Synopsis: In a picturesque seaside town rich in sand and tradition, Vincent, an apprentice glassblower, works alongside his pacifist father Tomas at their renowned workshop. Their serene world destabilises when war looms, and a strict army colonel and his violinist daughter Alliz arrive. As Vincent and Alliz forge a deep bond, conflicting family allegiances and patriotism test their love, forcing them to confront the brutality of war and the power of art.
The English dubbed version of the film will also feature the voice talents of British stars, including BAFTA nominee Art Malik (as Tomas Oliver), RTS winner Sacha Dhawan (as Vincent Oliver) and Anjli Mohindr (as Alliz Amano). The film has also been submitted for Best International Feature Film at the 2025 Oscars.
The Glassworker previously screened in cinemas across the UK back in September of this year, but on 22nd December 2025 the film will be available to own on 4K UHD Blu-Ray, Blu-Ray, and DVD formats. An HD Digital Edition, through digital storefronts, is also expected to release on the same day.
