The Beginning reached US theaters in October 2006. It is the second released film in the Hewitt continuity but the earlier story when arranging the pair chronologically.
Arrow’s 4K edition identifies both theatrical and uncut presentations. These are distinct viewing versions of the same production, not separate installments in the franchise.
Promotional cast interviews and retrospective disc supplements were created at different times and for different purposes. Keeping those dates and formats visible helps a researcher understand whether a participant was discussing a new release or looking back many years later.
The distributor’s edition page describes the theatrical and uncut versions and supplements. It provides a direct reference for the prequel’s home-video research.