Why 2024 Is The Best Time To Start Collecting Physical Media

Curious about the resurgence of physical media in 2024? Join us as we explore the reasons why now is the perfect time to start building your own physical media collection!

In this video, we'll delve into the unique advantages of collecting physical media in the digital age, from the tangible satisfaction of owning physical copies to the unparalleled quality and special features found in Blu-rays and DVDs. We'll also discuss the nostalgia factor, the joy of hunting for rare editions, and the sense of community that comes with being a part of the physical media enthusiast community.

Whether you're a longtime collector looking to expand your collection or a newcomer intrigued by the allure of physical media, this video is for you. Discover why 2024 marks a new era of appreciation for movies, music and videogames in physical form and why now is the time to start your own collection.

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[BallerDan]

I'm so sick of having to watch ads within services I already pay for.

[johngoldsworthy]

Definitely the best time to collect physical media. No question

[kaileefaye]

Plus the thrill of finding something you’ve been wanting to watch at a thrift store is unmatched

[Harjawaldar]

4k blurays is the very best movie experience in the history of home video

[matthewrodgers]

It’s because everybody starting to realize the truth that streaming services are a scam and everybody’s starting to panic not me. I’ve been collecting DVDs for over 20 years and they all still work and I never have to connect to the stupid Internet to watch my movies.

[brianlf]

Now is a great time to collect blu rays and dvds they are super cheap at thrift stores compared to when I purchased them years ago

[victorromero]

I’ve been collecting my favorite shows and movies on DVD, Blu Ray and 4K Blu Ray for years. I recently got some working CRTs and some VCRs and I started collecting VHS tapes again. There’s a Savers five minutes away from my house. :)

[gorillashop]

I started purchasing physical media because I got tired of my streaming services 😮

[thandstMovies]

Thanks for this video! Nice breakdown of the benefits of physical media collecting. The quality of a good blu-ray or 4K beats streaming in most cases and owning your media is a huge plus 😀.

[kennythecomiccollector]

I remember what a friend of mine asked me when Netflix and some of these other streaming services started to come online. He was like, all of the movies you want to watch will soon be online, so you can get rid of your physical media and free up some space in your home. I was like, what happens if a movie you like gets taken down because it suddenly becomes “problematic” or they no longer want to pay royalties to keep it. No thanks, I’ll keep my 900+ movies and TV series in physical form. That way, I can watch what I want, when I want. Fast forward a few years and this actually started happening. My friend was like, I’ll bet you’re glad you kept your physical copies aren’t you. I was like, yep! 👍🏾😀

[growinlegit]

I love physical media I have been building my collection for awhile now. Plus its nostalgic and a past time.

[bangkokbert]

100% agree. Censorship has gotten out of control on streaming sites - owning the original releases on physical media is the ONLY option to get the fully uncut versions. Streaming services seem to be getting worse and worse. I never used to collect physical, but I now prefer having the media there at all times and it's nicer to actually own it. I'm sensing others are seeing the same and physical media sales seems to be going back up which is just crazy when you think about how it went away for a while. I COMPLETELY forgot about all the special features on these things too, it's absolutely incredible how much more content you get!

[BanthaPooDoo]

Old school here I’ve always collected physical media ever since the 80’s music and movies, I don’t and never will trust internet services because so many todays standers are effecting past and present music artists and films, now my son doesn’t understand this no matter how I explain it to him, so my physical media collection will go some where after I’m gone. It’s a shame today’s generation see what’s around the futures corner of media control. Remember Fahrenheit 451 it was glimpses of what’s to come.

[Msfili]

I like picking up my blu rays and dvd's at garage sales so much more cheaper than the thrift store

[worldwarmini]

As an audiophile that sweet Dolby True HD keeps me coming back too! Can’t wait to eventually build an atmos rig!

[terryprater]

I've been a "hard copy" collector since '19 when I bought a cabin deep in the woods with no internet access. I now have over 2500 titles in my collection. The big problem with physical media is finding room in your house for a library in which to store all of them. So, I store all of my discs in binders and then put the empty DVD boxes, packed in cardboard boxes (banana boxes work the best), in the attic or garage. Most of my binders hold 400 discs, but a few of them are smaller. I have all of these binders in a 4' x 4' bookshelf. One other point: The production of players may dwindle as folks stop buying new DVD's & Blu-rays. So, I recommend having several backup players. They don't last forever. I have around 10 Blu-ray players. I've purchased all of them at estate sales & garage sales. I can usually pick them up for 5 to 20 dollars apiece. I've found that LG and Sony are the best. Panasonic is also pretty good. I've had at least two Samsungs that bit the dust.

[pretentioussunshine]

I feel like the comment section of this video is such a good summary of why new collectors feel unwelcome in the community
There are so many reason collecting now is a great start, if nothing else its the fact that collecting is always fun and media preservation as well as not having to rely on streaming are probably more relevant than ever. Also, starting now is probably better than never starting lol
Thanks for the video!

[BuckRolly]

Plus some platforms have started to censor and edit old 'offensive' releases

[lt.loomis]

I made the decision last week and I've already scooped up 50 Blurays for $140! Ones that I will rewatch. Way better deal than paying almost $50 a month to not be able to find anything on Netflix or Prime!!

[anthonyhernandez]

Also. Support your local library. It's free to watch and read