If you don't have a 4K HDR player or disc, you can still enjoy "2001: A Space Odyssey" in 4K HDR through various streaming and digital services:

, the transfer preserves the immense scale of Kubrick’s wide shots, emphasizing the isolation of humanity against the cosmic void. The Role of HDR (High Dynamic Range)

: Because the original 70mm film stock holds an estimated digital equivalent of over 13K resolution, the 4K UHD disc finally begins to capture the microscopic detail Kubrick intended, such as the fine grain of space-suit fabric and the crisp logos on control panels that were previously illegible.