In an age where digital platforms can pull culturally beloved content from their sites and kick films and TV series between each other seemingly at random, there’s never been a better time to commit to physical media. Not only does owning your content ensure you’ll have access no matter what the business papers say that day, but it also means you can tune out and enjoy a viewing without worrying about buffering, system outages, or connectivity issues. So, with a Blu-ray comeback on the menu, and every retailer vying for your previous dollars, we’ve rounded up a list of the best places to buy Blu-rays online.
The Criterion Collection
You can’t really mention online shopping without talking about the behemoth that is Amazon. Boasting a monster-sized collection of limited edition Blu-rays and 4K boxsets all the same, Amazon hosts one of the most definitive catalogues of Blu-rays to buy online. Alongside special releases and steelbooks, you can also find numerous collector's editions, which come with art books and accessories. For example, a new release of Walter Hill’s dystopian action film, The Warriors, is now available for pre-order, featuring photocards, a movie poster, and other unique items.
Walmart
Like Amazon, Walmart is a titan of online retail, offering avid buyers a wide range of products to browse, from washing machines to Halloween decorations and Blu-ray discs. As is to be expected, the collection of physical media on the site is gargantuan, with many releases receiving multiple options like 4K versions, steelbooks, and collector’s editions, too. In addition to preorder options and site exclusives, Walmart also collates its bargains into subcategories like ‘$5 and Under’ and ‘Movie Deals’ for easy deal-based browsing.
Barnes & Noble
I know what you’re thinking – isn’t Barnes & Noble a bookshop? The short answer is yes. However, nestled next to essential reads like The Lord of the Rings and Twilight, you can also find a solid catalogue of Blu-rays from Robert Eggers' gothic vampire flick Nosferatu, to Hayao Miyazaki’s iconic isekai Spirited Away, and everything in between. Located in the Music and Movie section on the top bar of the site, Barnes & Noble categorizes its alternative media into multiple sections to browse, often featuring a discounted titles section perfect for bagging a bargain.
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