The viewers ditching streaming 'rot' in favour of DVDs
3 hours ago
- Streaming subscription numbers are declining as viewers complain about decision fatigue, high prices, and poor content quality.
- Physical media like DVDs and Blu-rays are seeing a revival, with collectors and younger buyers seeking ownership, better audio-visual quality, and curated selection.
- DVDs offer permanent ownership and superior sound and picture, especially for home theater setups, unlike streaming where titles can disappear.
- Retailers like Aro Video and Relics report increased DVD sales, driven by people wanting control over what they watch and avoiding algorithm-driven recommendations.
- Film critic Dan Slevin notes streaming services lack classic films and offer no guarantee that a desired movie will remain available.