While Jackie Chan's name is prominently displayed above the title for the dvd release of "THE PRISONER," he's but one of "many" actors in the film. In fact, several actors get more screen time than he does!  "THE PRISONER" is in no way similar to the typical "Jackie Chan" film!  The story doesn't move along in the comic-book like style as most his films do.  Also, the plot here is extremely convoluted!  In fact, too convoluted to try explaining here!   Basically, the film concerns three different "prisoners" as we see not only what brought them to a notoriously corrupt prison, but, what happens during and following a daring escape!  While there's some entertaining action sequences, but none of them are original!  The film's direction isn't that great either, with long lulls in between action sequences, and a confusing style that never convincingly portrays events in an accessible, chronological manner.
COLUMBIA TRISTAR has presented the film with the proper 1.85:1 aspect ratio, but "without" 16:9 enhancement!  This is not one of the studio's finer releases!  The color values are drab!  The design of the film appears dull, and the contrast is only of average quality!
The Dolby Digital 5.1 sound mix is surprisingly restrained!  There are few surround effects found here!  The frequency range is also somewhat confined!
Except for a few moments wherein the bass really kicks in, there's not much interesting about this mix at all!
COLUMBIA TRISTAR has decided to provide some supplements on this release. Martial arts star, Phillip Rhee provides an audio commentary on an optional track.  He knows the various actors involved with this production well, and offers some entertaining stories concerning their work here.  It's a generally entertaining commentary, but not overly informational.  There is also a theatrical trailer for the film, in full-screen.