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"Plex Introduces Movie Rental Service, Bypassing Hollywood Fees"

Plex, known for being a hub for TV and movies obtained through various means, now offers over 1,000 movie rentals priced between $3.99 and $5.99, with a 30-day window to start watching and 48 hours to finish. Rentals are available across platforms and only in the US. The move marks a shift towards mainstream for Plex, which previously focused on free ad-supported streaming and support for over-the-air antenna TV. CEO Keith Valory cited complexities in offering movie purchases as the reason for not doing so. This move is likely to appeal to Plex users seeking a convenient alternative to juggling multiple streaming services and escalating subscription prices.

via Ars Technica|

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technology1 year ago•3 min saved

"Plex Introduces Movie Rental Service for Streaming"

Plex, following a recent $40 million fundraise, is expanding into movie rentals for U.S. customers, offering titles from major studios starting at $3.99 with over 1,000 titles available at launch. The company's long-teased marketplace will initially focus on movies, not TV shows, due to user demand. Plex plans to leverage its recommendation capabilities and user data to drive rentals, despite competition in the market, and will launch the movie marketplace across various platforms.

via TechCrunch|

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entertainment2 years ago•4 min saved

Netflix DVD service comes to an end, leaving die-hard fans in mourning.

Netflix has announced that it will end its DVD-by-mail service on September 29, 2023, marking the end of 25 years of mailing DVDs to members. While the service has declined significantly in recent years, some longtime customers still find value in the DVD option, including for its selection, pricing, and added perks. Netflix's decision to shut down its DVD business could help it better focus resources as it expands into new markets such as gaming and live and interactive content. Some DVD subscribers are hoping that Netflix will sell their individual titles library, while others plan to focus on watching as many DVDs as they can before the service goes away.

via CNN|

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entertainment2 years ago•3 min saved

Netflix Ends DVD-by-Mail Service.

Netflix is shutting down its DVD-by-mail rental service, which was once a trailblazing concept, on September 29th. The service generated $145.7 million in revenue last year, with an estimated 1.1 to 1.3 million subscribers. The service's popularity has dwindled over the years, but it still has die-hard fans who appreciate finding obscure movies that aren't widely available on video streaming. Netflix ended last year with nearly 231 million worldwide subscribers to its video streaming service.

via NBC News|

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business2 years ago•2 min saved

Blockbuster Video Sparks Comeback Speculation with Live Website

Updates to the Blockbuster Video website have sparked speculation about a potential comeback for the once-popular movie-rental chain. The website now features the Blockbuster logo and nostalgic messages, but it's unclear what the changes mean for the brand beyond the lone remaining store in Bend, Oregon. Blockbuster struggled amid the rise of video-on-demand and competition from Netflix and Redbox, entering bankruptcy in 2010 and being acquired by Dish Network the following year.

via Fox Business|

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business2 years ago•1 min saved

Blockbuster Video Sparks Comeback Speculation with Live Website

Blockbuster Video has relaunched its online presence with a mysterious website featuring its iconic blue and yellow logo and the phrase "We are working on rewinding your movie." Fans of the 20th-century chain have taken to Twitter to express their excitement about a possible comeback. Blockbuster filed for bankruptcy in 2010 due to the rise of streaming services like Netflix. The last Blockbuster store still operates in Bend, Oregon, and has become a popular tourist attraction. The parent company, Dish Network, has not commented on the website's launch.

via HuffPost|

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entertainment2 years ago•3 min saved

The Resurrection of Blockbuster Video: Is it Happening?

Fans of Blockbuster were excited to discover that the company's website is still live with a new landing page, teasing something new without giving away much information. Blockbuster's website has changed frequently over the past year, with the current page featuring the company's logo and a message about rewinding movies. The first Blockbuster store opened in 1985, but the company struggled to retain its customer base with the rise of on-demand movie services and cheaper rental options. The last remaining Blockbuster store is in Bend, Oregon, and the manager listed it as an Airbnb in 2020.

via USA TODAY|

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entertainment2 years ago•2 min saved

Blockbuster's Website Rediscovery Sparks Comeback Hopes

The revival of Blockbuster's website has triggered nostalgia among internet users, despite the company's bankruptcy in 2010. The brand's collapse is often cited as a cautionary tale about the failure to evolve, but some believe its cultural cachet remains. Blockbuster was once a social ritual that required compromise, but the rise of streaming services has made it easier for people to watch different things separately.

via The Washington Post|

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