“The owls are not what they seem.”

Neither is this box set.

In the pantheon of television-as-art, Twin Peaks stands as a monolith of mystery, madness, and maple syrup. With From Z to A, CBS and David Lynch offer not just a collection, but a shrine—a black cube of secrets that feels like it was plucked from the Red Room itself.

This isn’t just a binge-watch. It’s a ritual.

Watching the series through this set is akin to screening a 30-hour avant-garde epic. The original seasons (1990–91) play like a soap opera possessed by a demon. Fire Walk with Me (1992) is a harrowing descent into trauma, a prequel that dares you to look away. And The Return (2017)? It’s Lynch unleashed—an experimental, fragmented meditation on identity, time, and the horror of nostalgia.

Episode 8 of The Return, presented here in 4K Ultra HD, is arguably the most cinematic hour of television ever produced. A black-and-white atomic explosion morphs into a surreal ballet of creation and destruction. Kubrick would’ve wept.

But, I’m getting ahead of myself.

“Who killed Laura Palmer?” That question haunted a generation of latchkey kids raised on MTV, microwave dinners, and the creeping suspicion that the American Dream was just a soap opera with better lighting. Twin Peaks, David Lynch and Mark Frost’s genre-defying fever dream, didn’t just ask that question—it tore open the TV landscape and let the owls fly in.

Watching in 2025 is like digging up a time capsule and finding it is still whispering secrets. From the cherry pie and damn fine coffee to the Red Room’s backwards-talking spirits, this isn’t just a show—it’s a vibe, a mood, a Lynchian Rorschach test for the disenchanted.

The first season? Pure magic. It’s like Peyton Place got dosed with acid and wandered into a noir nightmare. Kyle MacLachlan’s Agent Dale Cooper is the Gen X ideal: a quirky, coffee-fueled seeker of truth who meditates, dreams, and trusts his gut more than the FBI manual. The second season? Well, let’s just say it’s like your favorite band’s sophomore album—ambitious, messy, and occasionally brilliant, but also a little lost without its frontman when Lynch stepped away.

Only to return with Fire Walk With Me. The prequel film is a brutal, beautiful descent into trauma and terror. It was panned at the time, but Gen X always had a soft spot for misunderstood art. Watching it now, it’s clear: this was Lynch at his most raw and unfiltered, and Sheryl Lee’s performance as Laura Palmer is nothing short of devastating.

Fast-forward 25 years, and Lynch comes back with a vengeance. The Return isn’t a reboot—it’s a reckoning. It’s as if the show grew up with us, got weirder, more fragmented, more haunted. Episode 8 alone is a black-and-white atomic fever dream that makes 2001: A Space Odyssey look like a Saturday morning cartoon. It’s not easy viewing, but then again, neither is life.

This collection is a treasure trove. Remastered visuals that make the Pacific Northwest look like a haunted oil painting. Bonus features that peel back the curtain just enough to remind you that even the weirdest dreams are made by people. And yes, the Log Lady intros are here, still cryptic, still perfect.

For Gen Xers who grew up with one foot in the analog world and the other in the digital unknown, Twin Peaks is our mythos. It’s the static between channels, the dream you can’t shake, the feeling that something’s not quite right in the woods—and maybe never was.

Twin Peaks: From Z To A is more than just an overview of a TV show—it’s an immersive, mind-bending journey into the subconscious of American culture. Whether you're revisiting it or diving in for the first time, the box set offers a definitive experience of one of television’s most enigmatic masterpieces.

This is worth every damn slice of apple pie.

4K UHD / 4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray

Home Video Distributor: Paramount Pictures
Available on Blu-ray - February 4, 2025
Screen Formats: 1.33:1, 1.78:1, 1.85:1
Video: MPEG-4 AVC
Audio: See below for details
Discs: 4K Ultra HD; Blu-ray Disc; 21-disc set
Region Encoding: 4K region-free; blu-ray locked to Region A

Twenty-one-disc set includes Twin Peaks The Complete Original Series (1990-1991)In David Lynch's controversial, groundbreaking 1990-91 drama series, the murder of a teenage girl in the seemingly tranquil Washington logging town of Twin Peaks draws the residents, and an FBI agent summoned to investigate the crime, into a series of sinister, secretive and surreal goings-on. Kyle MacLachlan, Lara Flynn Boyle, Joan Chen, Sherilyn Fenn, Piper Laurie, Peggy Lipton, Jack Nance, and Michael Ontkean star. 29 episodes. 25 hrs. Twin Peaks Fire Walk With Me (1992) You may know "who killed Laura Palmer," but how did she spend the last week of her life? Going back before the events shown in his cult fave TV series, director/co-writer David Lynch returns to the quirky Northwest town where nothing is what it seems and an evil spirit has found a place to dwell. "Peaks" regulars Sheryl Lee, Ray Wise and Kyle MacLachlan star, along with Chris Isaak, Moira Kelly. 134 min. Twin Peaks A Limited Event Series (2017)A quarter-century's elapsed since FBI agent Dale Cooper (Kyle MacLachlan) ventured to the Pacific Northwest backwoods to look into the murder of teenager Laura Palmer (Sheryl Lee), and time has only ramped up the already bizarre circumstances of the investigation to levels unknown. In revisiting his acclaimed and surreal TV series for Showtime, co-creator David Lynch directed every episode and reunited many of the original show's company, including Mädchen Amick, Sherilyn Fenn, Ray Wise, Miguel Ferrer, and Michael Horse. 18 episodes. 17 1/4 hrs.

VIDEO

The Twin Peaks: From Z to A box set delivers excellent video quality across all content, with standout enhancements for select episodes—especially Episode 8 of The Return, which is presented in stunning 4K Ultra HD. The remastering preserves the show’s surreal visuals while offering improved clarity, color depth, and contrast.  The first two seasons are presented in 1080p HD, remastered from the original film elements. The transfer is clean and sharp, with improved contrast and color fidelity compared to earlier DVD releases. The eerie Pacific Northwest landscapes and Lynch’s signature lighting benefit from the restoration, though some scenes retain a soft, vintage texture consistent with early '90s television.

The prequel film is also in 1080p HD, with a strong transfer that highlights its cinematic qualities. The darker, more saturated palette and intense close-ups are preserved with clarity, making the emotional intensity of Sheryl Lee’s performance even more visceral.  Season 3 is presented in 1080p HD, with excellent digital mastering. The surreal imagery, dream sequences, and Lynch’s use of shadow and light are rendered with precision. The series was shot digitally, so the HD presentation retains its crispness and depth.  This episode—often hailed as one of the most visually daring in television history—is included in 4K UHD with HDR. The atomic explosion sequence, black-and-white transitions, and abstract visuals are breathtaking in this format. It’s the only episode in the set presented in 4K, making it a centerpiece for visual fidelity.

AUDIO

The primary audio is in English DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1, with optional subtitles. This format ensures surround sound compatibility and high fidelity across home theater setups.  All episodes from the original series, Fire Walk with Me, and The Return feature digitally remastered audio, preserving Angelo Badalamenti’s haunting score and Lynch’s meticulous sound design.  The set includes full-length, unedited versions of several musical acts featured in The Return, such as Chromatics, Nine Inch Nails, and Sharon Van Etten. These performances are presented with lossless audio quality, making them standout extras for audiophiles

Supplements:

Commentary:

• Unlike some Criterion-style releases, From Z to A does not include audio commentary from Lynch or the cast. This aligns with Lynch’s preference for preserving the mystery of his work without over-explaining.

Special Features:

The cube-shaped box set includes 21 discs, each housed in sleek compartments. While the packaging is elaborate and artistic, it can be cumbersome for quick access. However, the visual presentation of the discs and inserts complements the high-quality transfers.

The extras are rich and revealing. “A Talk with David Lynch” is less interview, more séance. “Behind the Curtain” offers glimpses into the making of The Return, where Lynch directs like a jazz musician—improvising, riffing, conjuring.

These features don’t explain Twin Peaks. They deepen the mystery.

Originally released in 2019, the re-release includes everything which made the original so damn great.  Supplements include everything that has been presented before in previous box sets, which includes hours of behind the scenes material of Lynch working on Season Three; a lengthy conversation between MacLachlan, Lee, and author/journalist Kristine McKenna, who co-wrote with Lynch his autobiography, Room to Dream; a conversation with Kimmy Robertson and Harry Goaz; and the especially welcome stand-alone full-length Roadhouse performances of all the musical artists that appeared in Season Three.

• All 3 Seasons + Fire Walk with Me Includes the original series (1990–91), Twin Peaks: The Return (2017), and the prequel film Fire Walk with Me with its companion piece The Missing Pieces (deleted scenes).
• Episode 8 in 4K Ultra HD The visually stunning, experimental episode from The Return—a black-and-white atomic fever dream—is presented in 4K for the first time.
• “A Talk with David Lynch” A candid, philosophical conversation with Lynch about the making of The Return, his creative process, and the mysteries of Twin Peaks.
• “Behind the Curtain” A multi-part documentary series chronicling the production of The Return, featuring on-set footage, cast interviews, and Lynch directing in his signature intuitive style.
• Cast and Crew Interviews Archival and new interviews with Kyle MacLachlan, Sheryl Lee, and other key players, reflecting on the legacy and impact of the series.
• Log Lady Introductions The cryptic intros originally aired with Season 1 and 2 reruns, featuring Catherine E. Coulson delivering Lynchian wisdom.
• Deleted and Extended Scenes Includes alternate takes and extended sequences from across the series, offering new angles on familiar moments.
• Promos, Trailers, and Commercial Spots Vintage promotional material that captures the cultural moment of Twin Peaks’ original release.

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