Redbox Machines Emptied Amid Bankruptcy Chaos
Following the bankruptcy of Chicken Soup for the Soul, which acquired Redbox in 2022, people are taking advantage of abandoned Redbox DVD rental kiosks across the U.S. to collect free movies. Some individuals are even obtaining the kiosks themselves, either with permission or by purchasing them cheaply. The situation has led to a surge in activity on platforms like Reddit and Discord, where users share their experiences and discuss hacking the machines. Meanwhile, former employees are reportedly selling leftover DVDs online.