1.78:1 (16:9 widescreen), matching the original broadcast and Blu-ray.

The 1080p x265 (HEVC) version of The Blacklist: Season 1 is a high-efficiency digital encode designed to provide visual quality comparable to the original Blu-ray release while significantly reducing file size. Core Specifications Resolution: 1920 x 1080p (Full HD). Video Codec: x265 / HEVC (High Efficiency Video Coding).

Mastered from the original Sony CineAlta PMW-F55 4K digital source, providing a sharp and detailed image with high dynamic range. Technical Advantages of x265 for This Title

Typically includes 5.1 surround sound, often encoded in AAC or AC3 to maintain efficiency.

The use of the x265 encoder offers several key benefits for a 22-episode season like The Blacklist :