Quentin Tarantino’s long-awaited *Kill Bill: The Whole Bloody Affair* is finally making its way to theaters. Lionsgate has officially announced that the film, a unified cut combining *Kill Bill: Volume 1* and *Volume 2*, will be released on December 5, 2025.
### A Unified Vision of Kill Bill
*Kill Bill: The Whole Bloody Affair* features Uma Thurman as The Bride, a fierce assassin seeking revenge after her former lover and boss, Bill (David Carradine), leaves her for dead. Sharing the screen are Lucy Liu, Vivica A. Fox, Michael Madsen, Daryl Hannah, Gordon Liu, and Michael Parks.
Originally, Tarantino viewed *Kill Bill* as a single film. However, before release, it was split into two parts due to its length. This new version aligns with Tarantino’s early vision, seamlessly linking the two halves together with an uninterrupted flow from start to finish.
### Release Date and Screening Details
The official release date for *Kill Bill: The Whole Bloody Affair* is set for **December 5, 2025**, as confirmed by Lionsgate. Some theaters will screen the movie on vintage 70mm projectors alongside classic 35mm reels, offering a nostalgic cinema experience.
Tarantino shared his thoughts on the film’s script with *Deadline*:
“I wrote and directed it as one movie and I’m so glad to give the fans the chance to see it as one movie. The best way to see *Kill Bill: The Whole Bloody Affair* is at a movie theater in Glorious 70mm or 35mm. Blood and guts on a big screen in all its glory!”
While the film has been shown in limited special screenings—such as at Tarantino’s New Beverly Cinema in Los Angeles back in 2011—this marks the first wide theatrical release of the full version. Overseas viewings are expected following the US release, though no official confirmation has been made yet.
### Runtime and Format
*Kill Bill: The Whole Bloody Affair* clocks in at approximately **247 minutes** — over four hours of continuous filmmaking. Unlike the original two-volume release, this cut combines both films without the dramatic pause at the end of Volume 1 or the replay sequence that opens Volume 2.
The movie is primarily presented in a 2.39:1 widescreen aspect ratio, with a single flashback appearing in 1.33:1, maintaining the visual style from the original release.
Screenings will be available in multiple formats including 70mm, 35mm, and digital, providing theaters with flexibility while preserving the authentic film look Tarantino favors.
### Never-Before-Seen Cuts and New Additions
This release is far more than just the two volumes played back-to-back. It includes fresh content and longer versions of scenes that fans haven’t seen before.
One of the biggest highlights is a **7½-minute animated sequence** created by the Japanese studio Production I.G. Additionally, the iconic ‘House of Blue Leaves’ battle is now shown in full color. Originally, the U.S. version of Volume 1 was presented in grayscale to meet rating requirements, while the Japanese edition retained full color. This updated version restores Tarantino’s original colorful vision.
Alongside these major updates, the film features minor tweaks, extended dialogue, and smoother scene transitions, ensuring the entire story flows more effectively.
### Experience the Complete Story
Two decades after the original film’s debut, fans finally have the opportunity to experience *Kill Bill* as Tarantino intended—a complete, immersive story on the big screen.
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**Catch *Kill Bill: The Whole Bloody Affair* in theaters starting December 5, 2025.** Don’t miss this once-in-a-lifetime chance to see a true cinematic masterpiece in all its glory.
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