What to watch in ultra HD this month

Ready for a month of brilliant films in breathtaking picture quality? Then read on to discover some of the ultra-HD highlights coming up on the Virgin TV Ultra HD channel (CH 175/999) throughout July. From fantasy epics Snow White And The Huntsman and The Huntsman: Winter's War to Quentin Tarantino's unforgettable Inglourious Basterds and Spike Lee's acclaimed BlacKkKlansman, there's something for every film fan. You'll also find action in Green Zone, sharp satire in The Hunt, heartfelt comedy in This Is 40 and the inspiring true story of Unbroken. 

Whether you're revisiting a favourite or discovering something new, every film is available in stunning Ultra HD, bringing every scene to life with exceptional clarity and detail.

And don’t worry if you miss any of these movies when they’re first on: you’ll get more opportunities to see each one on the Virgin TV Ultra HD Channel in the following days, all in eye-popping ultra HD on compatible TVs. 

Saturday 4 July, 9pm, Virgin TV Ultra HD (CH 175/999) 

Charlize Theron puts a dark twist as the wicked Queen Ravenna in this reimagining of the classic fairy tale. Kristen Stewart (Love Lies Bleeding) stars as Snow White, who must flee the Queen's wrath and join forces with the Huntsman (Chris Hemsworth, Thor) to reclaim her kingdom. Packed with breathtaking visuals, epic battles and a stellar supporting cast including Sam Claflin, Snow White And The Huntsman transforms a familiar story into a thrilling fantasy adventure with a darker edge. 

Sunday 5 July, 9pm, Virgin TV Ultra HD (CH 175/999)

Chris Hemsworth (Thor) returns as the Huntsman in this action-packed fantasy sequel, joined by Charlize Theron (Monster), Emily Blunt (Oppenheimer) and Jessica Chastain (Zero Dark Thirty). Set before and after the events of Snow White And The Huntsman, the story follows two rival queens, forbidden love and an epic battle for the powerful Magic Mirror. Packed with spectacular visuals, fierce action and plenty of magical twists, The Huntsman: Winter's War expands the world of the original adventure.

Saturday 11 July, 9pm, Virgin TV Ultra HD (CH 175/999)

Jack O'Connell (Back to Black) delivers a remarkable performance as Olympic athlete and World War II hero Louis Zamperini in Angelina Jolie's powerful drama based on an true story. After surviving a plane crash in the Pacific, Zamperini endures unimaginable hardship as a prisoner of war, relying on resilience and an unbreakable spirit to survive against impossible odds. Also starring Domhnall Gleeson (The Revenant) and Garrett Hedlund (Tulsa King), Unbroken is an inspiring and deeply moving tale of courage, endurance and hope.

Sunday 12 July, 9.30pm, Virgin TV Ultra HD (CH 175/999)

From the producers of Get Out and The Purge comes this satirical thriller that puts a wicked twist on the classic survival story. Betty Gilpin (GLOW) and Oscar winner Hilary Swank (Million Dollar Baby) lead a stellar cast as a group of strangers who wake up in a remote location, only to discover they're being hunted for sport by a wealthy elite. Packed with brutal action, dark humour and plenty of shocking twists, The Hunt is a clever, unpredictable thriller that keeps you guessing right to the explosive finale.

Saturday 18 July, 9.30pm, Virgin TV Ultra HD (CH 175/999)

Judd Apatow reunites Paul Rudd (Ant-Man) and Leslie Mann (Knocked Up) for this warm, follow-up to the hit comedy Knocked Up. As Pete and Debbie approach the big 4-0, they're juggling demanding careers, teenage daughters, ageing parents and the everyday ups and downs of married life. Packed with Apatow's trademark of laugh-out-loud humour, This Is 40 is an honest and relatable comedy about family, relationships and growing older.

Sunday 19 July, 9pm, Virgin TV Ultra HD (CH 175/999)

Matt Damon stars in Green Zone, a gripping action thriller from director Paul Greengrass (The Bourne Ultimatum). Set during the early days of the Iraq War, Damon plays a US Army officer who uncovers a dangerous conspiracy while searching for the elusive weapons of mass destruction. Featuring a stellar support including Greg Kinnear (Little Miss Sunshine), Brendan Gleeson (The Banshees of Inisherin) and Amy Ryan (Birdman), Green Zone is a smart political thriller that keeps the action coming.

Saturday 25 July, 10pm, Virgin TV Ultra HD (CH 175/999)

Quentin Tarantino rewrites history in style with this audacious Second World War thriller. Brad Pitt (Fight Club) stars as Lieutenant Aldo Raine, leader of a ruthless squad of Allied soldiers on a mission to bring down the Nazi regime, while Mélanie Laurent (Now You See Me) plays a cinema owner with her own plan for revenge. Christoph Waltz (Django Unchained) won an Oscar for his unforgettable turn as the terrifyingly polite Colonel Hans Landa. Bold, violent and darkly funny, Inglourious Basterds is Tarantino at his most thrilling.

Sunday 26 July, 9.30pm, Virgin TV Ultra HD (CH 175/999)

Oscar-winning director Spike Lee helms this drama based on the true story of Ron Stallworth, the first Black detective in the Colorado Springs Police Department. John David Washington (Tenet) stars alongside Adam Driver (Ferrari) as the unlikely duo who infiltrate the Ku Klux Klan, exposing hatred from the inside. Winner of the Oscar for Best Adapted Screenplay, BlacKkKlansman blends sharp humour, suspense and social commentary to great effect.

If you watch on our Stream box, Virgin TV 360 or our V6 box and have an ultra HD-compatible TV, simply go to CH 175 or CH 999 to access Virgin TV Ultra HD.

If you watch TV on our TiVo® box, you will not be able to access the Virgin TV Ultra HD channel even with an ultra HD-compatible TV. But it’s super-simple to upgrade to our latest Virgin TV box by contacting us on 0345 454 1111 (or call 150 from a Virgin Media phone).