Von Trapp Family

A family favorite, The Sound of Music, is coming to Blu-Ray disc this November.

Julie Andrews stars in the film, playing a nun, Maria, who leaves her convent and becomes a governess for The von Trapp family. Although Maria's journey begins rough, she ends up falling in love with the children - and their father. It's a musical masterpiece that has been and will be in families for years.

Actress Julie Andrews signs copies of her new childrens book The Very Fairy Princess at Borders Books on July 11, 2010 in Plantation, FL (Photo by Jeff Daly / Meet The Famous) Photo via NewscomIn honor of the 45th anniversary of the movie, the movie will be re-released as a Blu-Ray disc on November 2. There will also be a special collector's edition, which will include "a keepsake box and featuring a 100-page "My Favorite Things" scrapbook, a 45th Anniversary Soundtrack, a reproduction of the original 1965 souvenir program, an exclusive hand-painted "My Favorite Things" music box and more" (Broadway World).

The collector's set is priced at $89.99 U.S. while the Blu-ray/DVD combo packs are attractively priced at $34.99 U.S.

Making The Sound of Music available on Blu-Ray is great because it's a timeless movie that people of all ages enjoy. It will surely make a great gift, just in time for the holidays!