Apparently today is the day when you can start pre-ordering "New Moon" on DVD from a number of retail outlets (including Amazon). So how sad is it that I pre-ordered mine from HMV 2 weeks ago?

I happened to be int he store looking for something for hubby when I noticed all of the signage around. The deal: pre-order the DVD and get a film cell featuring either Jacob or Edward. We had a hard time placing the order since, apparently, I was the first one (yes, I realize this makes me even more of a geek). But yes, it will be mine. MINE! I'm thankful that this time around, Summit put a kabosh on the various editions they had for "Twilight." It was a job onto itself trying to track who was selling what edition. This time you get a choice of either a one or two disc. That's it.

I did notice that the online price is cheaper (by 5 dollars!) than the price I'll be paying in store. I've already tweeted HMV to see if I'll be getting the discounted $19.99 price.

And for the record, I really dislike this DVD cover art.

EDIT: Turns out Summit lied because Target just posted a 3 disc SE. I'm going to wait. I'm sure the contents of that third disc will find their way online sooner or later.

By this point, you already know that "Twilight" is coming to DVD on March 21st but along with the release of the Two Disc Special Edition there are also a number of Collector's Editions available through a number of retailers. As of this morning, I'm aware of two different editions.

Borders Exclusive Edition

The Borders Exclusive Edition includes the 2 Disc SE along with a bonus DVD which includes:

• Exclusive Twilight Cast Interviews with Kristen Stewart (Bella) and Robert Pattinson (Edward)
• Exclusive Twilight Cast Interviews with Cam Gigandet (James)
• Exclusive Twilight Cast Interviews with Edi Gathegi (Laurent) and Rachelle Lefevre (Victoria)
• Exclusive Red-Carpet Interviews from the Twilight Movie Premiere
• Exclusive Never-Before-Seen Red-Carpet Footage! Includes extra interview footage with Kellan Lutz (Emmett), Ashley Greene (Alice), rock band Paramore, and Nikki Reed (Rosalie)
• Exclusive Borders Book Club: Stephenie Meyer talks about the Twilight Saga

Exclusive Photocards
10 exclusive photocards are printed on a gorgeous pearlescent paper to give a dramatic sparkly effect—the perfect way to view your favorite vampires

That edition is available only through Borders at a cost of $29.99 which is only $5 dollars more than the list price for the Standard 2 Disc release.

You can PLACE YOUR ORDER HERE.

Amazon Ultimate Collector's Set

The Amazon Exclusive Ultimate Collector's Set only seems to be available in Blu-ray but it includes the 2 Disc SE in Blu-ray along with:

• Collector's Box
• Original Motion Picture Soundtrack
• Six Collector Cards
• Twilight Bookmark
• Exclusive Watch
• Limited Edition Charm Bracelet
• Certificate of Authenticity

That edition is available only through Amazon at a cost of $69.99 which is a little pricier.

You can PLACE YOUR ORDER HERE.

Since I don't have a Blu-ray player and I don't care much for jewelry, I skipped out on the Amazon offer for the Border's offer instead. Plus, $70US is a little hefty for my wallet.

Hot Topic Release


Hot Topic is releasing the 2 Disc special edition at the same cost of most retailers ($24.99) but as an added bonus, you get:

• Exclusive Edward movie cell

You can PLACE YOUR ORDER HERE.

Barnes & Noble Release


Barnes & Noble is releasing the 2 Disc special edition  for $26.39 but as an added bonus, you get:

• Customizable Twilight Skin for your cell phone, PDA or MP3 player (individual code redeemable at Skinit.com)

You can PLACE YOUR ORDER HERE.

If you find any other Collector's Editions, please let me know. I'll provide updates as more become available.

NOTE: Apparently the Special Edition Blu-Ray disc will only be availabe on March 21st via Best Buy and Target (though neither site has the DVD listed for pre-sale) and then to all other retailers on May 5th. This seems like a bit of a moronic move but I'm sure they've got their reasons. Also note that they've added a new feature (to the Blu-Ray edition at least): "BD Live with "New Moon" teaser" - whatever that means.

So we already know about the release on March 21st (did you check out my totally kickin' counter? OK, it's only kinda cool. Actually, it's a tad cheesy but oh well) and we have another update, this time on what's going to be includingon the 2 Disc DVD.

From StephenieMeyer.com:

SPECIAL FEATURES — DISC ONE

• Five extended scenes with director introductions
• Audio commentary (Catherine Hardwicke, Robert Pattinson & Kristen Stewart)
• Three music videos (Muse, Paramore, Linkin Park)

SPECIAL FEATURES — DISC TWO

• Five deleted scenes with director introductions
• Seven-part documentary: "The Adventure Begins: The Journey from Page to Screen"
• Comic-Con Phenomenon featurette
• And more!

Not soon enough! Though at this rate, I think the movie will be in theaters until just before the DVD release!

To go with the DVD packaging, we now have confirmation, via the folks at Monsters & Critics, that the film will hit the shelves on March 21st.

Mark your calendars!