In The Ugly Stepsister, an impressionable and idealistic young woman dreams of marrying the kingdom’s princeÑbut her hopes are threatened by her own stepsister, whose beauty and charm capture the prince’s attention. As the rivalry escalates, the protagonist becomes consumed by the pursuit of perfection, resorting to increasingly extreme and disturbing methods to transform herself. A dark fairy tale for modern audiences, The Ugly Stepsister subverts the Cinderella myth with striking visuals, grotesque body horror, and psychological depth. Director Emilie Blichfeldt crafts a visceral commentary on vanity, societal pressure, and the destructive toll of obsession.

Special Features

¥ Dual format: UHD & Blu-ray with main feature + bonus on both discs

¥ UHD presented in HDR with Dolby Vision

¥ Two audio commentaries:

¥ Director Emilie Blichfeldt & Patrik Syversen

¥ Critic Meagan Navarro

¥ This Is My Ball Ð Interview with Emilie Blichfeldt

¥ Generational Trauma Ð Interview with actor Lea Myren

¥ Take Up Space Ð Interview with actor Thea Sofie Loch Nšss

¥ Character and Gore Ð Interview with FX artist Thomas Foldberg

¥ The Beauty of Ugly Ð Effects featurette

¥ A Cinderella Story Ð Kat Hughes on The Ugly Stepsister

¥ Deleted scene

¥ Short films: How Do You Like My Hair? & Sara’s Intimate Confessions

Limited Edition Contents

¥ Rigid slipcase with artwork by Ann Bembi

¥ 120-page book: director’s essay, storyboards, & new critical essays

¥ 6 collectors’ art cards