Label of the Month: 6 Essential Signal One Titles You Need in Your Collection
Signal One is the kind of boutique physical media label that unites film collectors in knowing recognition who fist-pump when they spot one of their titles on a shelf. When thinking of those “boutique labels”, the UK-based Signal One are a bit under-the-radar but have a lot to offer. They complement their more famous cousins in Arrow, Second Sight and Criterion well with cult favourites, crime gems, and hard-to-find classics that deserve a second (or third) look.
And that’s why they are our label of the month for October! So, whether you're new or already a fan, here are six of their best titles- a mix of prestige picks and pulpy pleasures that show off exactly why Signal One need a spot in your collection and on your shelf.
The Fan (1996)
Robert De Niro plays an unhinged baseball fan who takes his devotion to violent extremes in The Fan. Described as “a queasy tale of obsession that succeeds at making audiences uncomfortable”, Wesley Snipes stars as the all-star athlete caught in the crosshairs in this Tony Scott thriller.
Signal One’s release marks the UK Blu-ray premiere of this '90s cult classic. It’s a clean HD transfer which finally gives the film a proper home for collectors of under-appreciated thrillers.
Man Hunt (1941)
A lesser-known Fritz Lang WWII thriller, Man Hunt is a taut political noir about a British hunter who stumbles into a Nazi conspiracy before the war even begins.
Signal One’s Dual Format Blu-ray and DVD edition delivers a high-quality restoration with extras that include commentary and behind-the-scenes goodies that make it a must for fans of Lang, noir, espionage or history!
The Gunfighter (1950)
The gunfighter stars Gregory Peck in an uncharacteristically stripped-down western that trades shootouts for tension and character depth. As a legendary gunman trying to hang up his holster, Peck’s Jimmy Ringo faces off against that inescapable “just when I thought I was out, they pull me back in!”.
Signal One’s Dual Format release (again Blu-ray and DVD) also includes an intro by Repo Man director Alex Cox, the original mono audio, still gallery, and English SDH subtitles. It’s a top-tier example of the “thinking man’s western” and a real standout in Signal One’s more prestige‑leaning catalogue.
The Seven-Ups (1973)
Roy Scheider leads this gritty NYC crime flick that’s sort of a spiritual cousin to The French Connection and Bullitt, with which it shares its producer, Philip D'Antoni, and it’s just as packed with adrenaline.
Signal One adds plenty of bonus content in new cast and crew interviews, commentary tracks, behind-the-scenes documentaries and even a vintage Super 8 version. It’s a beautifully curated package that shows Signal One’s commitment to giving fans new things to be excited about with their favourite classic movies!
Eye of the Tiger (1986)
This one is just pure ‘80s guns blazing glory. Gary Busey stars as an ex-convict battling a biker gang that’s taken over his small town. Explosions, revenge, and righteous fury as vengeance must be his, or all will be lost!
Signal One keeps this one simple but satisfying, with bonus footage, image gallery and trailers. Eye of the Tiger deserves just as much recognition as the much more famous song with which it shares its name.
Nightmare Alley (1947)
Before the Guillermo del Toro remake, there was the original Nightmare Alley- a shadowy noir masterpiece with Tyrone Power in a role that he named his personal favourite. Here, he plays a contrasting role to his usual swashbuckler and romantic roles as a carnival conman on a rise-and-fall journey through deception, addiction, and the dark side of ambition.
Signal One's “Double Play” edition with the Blu-ray and DVD versions includes two audio commentaries as well as additional features that dig deep into the film’s legacy.
While they might not flood the market with constant releases, what Signal One does put out is carefully curated and clearly crafted for fans who care about film history, cult gems, and overlooked classics. If you love physical media and crave something beyond the obvious Criterion picks, Signal One is a label that rewards your curiosity.
So keep an eye on our Label of the Month. You might find yourself about to rediscover something worth watching again… or discovering it for the very first time.
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