1971 cheesefest Zaat, aka Blood Waters of Dr. Z, coming to Blu-ray in February

By Eric Walkuski

Posted 14 years ago

Last Updated on July 23, 2021

Any faithful fan of “Mystery Science Theater 3000” will recall the gang’s skewering of ZAAT (also known as THE BLOOD WATERS OF DR. Z), a stinky chunk of 70s cheese about a wimpy, frustrated mad scientist who transforms himself into a killer mutant fish in order to exact revenge on his former colleagues. A classic, to be sure, and now people who actually love the original, MST3K-less movie will be pleased to know that the flick is on its way to Blu-ray and standard DVD in February.

The disc will apparently be packed with special features, including an audio commentary with director Don Barton, writer / special effects coordinator Ron Kivet, and actor Paul Galloway who played the local Sheriff, as well as original trailers, television spots, rare promotional materials, and never before seen behind-the-scenes photos and outtakes.

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