Where do you buy blu-rays online these days?
June 16, 2024 10:10 AM Subscribe
I would like to buy blu-rays from places that aren't large companies like Amazon, Target, etc. (I'm in the US.) I buy them in person sometimes from Scarecrow Video in Seattle, but don't get over there too often. What small companies/stores are you buying blu-rays from online?
If you head over to eBay you'll find tons of small businesses specializing in DVDs. Primarily used but also new old stock etc. I can't recommend any one in particular but I've never had a problem with this type of seller, and I've been buying a decent amount of DVDs this way recently.
posted by SaltySalticid at 10:32 AM on June 16 [1 favorite]
posted by SaltySalticid at 10:32 AM on June 16 [1 favorite]
I'm getting them from thrift stores. They aren't scratched or anything and I'm enjoying watching what I want instead of waiting for it to stream.
posted by Enid Lareg at 11:27 AM on June 16
posted by Enid Lareg at 11:27 AM on June 16
Bull Moose, based here in Maine. They're a small, employee owned chain (about 10 stores). They're a great company and they sell not only DVDs but also games and books and a bunch of other stuff.
posted by anastasiav at 12:24 PM on June 16 [4 favorites]
posted by anastasiav at 12:24 PM on June 16 [4 favorites]
If you're looking for more niche stuff, I believe Facets Multimedia in Chicago will sell online/by mail order.
posted by hoyland at 1:36 PM on June 16
posted by hoyland at 1:36 PM on June 16
Second vote for Bull Moose in New England - sizeable inventory and they'll also do a search - they've found me some obscure titles over the years :-) also good marks for customer service and shipping
posted by amphitrite at 4:20 AM on June 17 [1 favorite]
posted by amphitrite at 4:20 AM on June 17 [1 favorite]
I'll second DiabolikDVD; reputable and reliable.
Hamilton Book is also interesting -- they do very deep discounts on a pretty random range of discs. I think it's some kind of consignment deal to move leftover lots. Every now and then I find a gem there.
posted by Bryant at 2:46 PM on June 17 [1 favorite]
Hamilton Book is also interesting -- they do very deep discounts on a pretty random range of discs. I think it's some kind of consignment deal to move leftover lots. Every now and then I find a gem there.
posted by Bryant at 2:46 PM on June 17 [1 favorite]
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The latter had a bad reputation a decade or so ago but I’ve been using them again lately and shipping has been fast and well packaged.
Also your boutique labels directly: Criterion, Arrow, Kino Lorber, Shout, Vinegar Syndrome, Indicator.
Barnes and Noble as well, but not sure that fits with your criteria. They have a bunch of great sales though, we’re just a couple weeks away from an entire July of 50% off Criterion releases.
posted by rhymedirective at 10:17 AM on June 16 [2 favorites]