Let's just hope Universal doesn't get any big remake ideas ala Godzilla and drastically alter the Creature. Just about every monster film ever made owes a debt to The Creature From The Black Lagoon. The black and white picture looks the best it's ever been. Details look good, but the picture isn't especially crisp. Grain is visible somewhat throughout with occasional pits and even slight scratches that are visible, but rarely distracting.
Stock footage is noticeably identifiable with a more weathered look.
In general, it looks like a film from 1954, but overall a pleasing presentation. The original mono soundtrack presented here is clear and sharp. Fidelity is naturally dated although I could discern no annoyances of background hiss or other abnormalities. As with the video, keep the film's age in mind and you'll be more on track to enjoy what the disc has to offer. The 40-minute documentary entitled Back To The Black Lagoon is expertly put together and includes interviews with a few of the surviving players including Julia Adams and the 2 actors that where in the Creature suit.