Disney and Pixar’s Onward is being released early from theaters to our home TVs amid the coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic.
The fantasy adventure, starring Chris Pratt and Tom Holland as elf brothers, will be available to buy digitally and on movies anywhere for $19.99 starting tonight (March 20) at 5pm PT/ 8pm ET. It hits Disney Plus on April 3 in the U.S.
“While we’re looking forward to audiences enjoying our films on the big screen again soon, given the current circumstances, we are pleased to release this fun, adventurous film to digital platforms early for audiences to enjoy from the comfort of their homes,” said director Dan Scanlon and producer Kori Rae in a statement.
Onward opened to $39.1 million in theaters on March 6. It topped newcomers Bloodshot (Sony), The Hunt (Universal) and I Still Believe (Lionsgate) last weekend, which are all also set to be released for digital purchase early as well.