If you are a casual viewer, stream the HD version on Amazon Prime or Apple TV. The image will be sharper, and the sound will be louder.
The DVD 5 release of "Blue Thunder" offers a decent video transfer. The film's vibrant colors and dynamic action sequences are well-represented, with clear details in both the foreground and background. However, some minor grain and softness are noticeable, which can be attributed to the age of the film and the quality of the source material. Overall, the picture quality is satisfactory for a 1980s film. Blue Thunder -1983- -- DVD 5