Based on the book by Thomas Harris. Originally released as a motion picture by Universal in 2002. Special features: For the first time ever! Go beyond the film and take a journey into the mind of Hannibal Lecter - The criminal profile of Hannibal Lecter: Renowned profiler John Douglas' theories on how Hannibal Lecter and real serial killers are profiled ; The life history of Hannibal Lecter: A timeline from childhood to present day ; Hannibal Lecter's FBI case file ; Anthony Hopkins as Hannibal Lecter ; commentary by director Brett Ratner and writer Ted Tally ; deleted scenes. 2.35:1 anamorphic widescreen.