28/02/2026
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Gen Z is helping fuel a physical media resurgence, with DVDs and Blu-rays finding new life among younger collectors. Video rental shops are reporting record months and rising memberships as audiences rediscover the value of owning and renting tangible formats.
Stores like Vidiots, Videothèque, and CineFile Video are all seeing increased rentals, purchases, and foot traffic. Even Barnes & Noble, one of the last major retailers selling movie discs nationwide, is seeing growth in the category.
In an era where streaming is more accessible than ever, it is exciting to see physical media ownership, thoughtful curation, and the premium home entertainment experience thriving right alongside it.
Learn more about the resurgence of physical media via The Los Angeles Times here: https://www.latimes.com/entertainment-arts/business/story/2026-02-23/why-gen-z-wants-to-buy-rent-dvds-blu-rays-in-age-of-streaming
