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Redbox Runover in the Works?
5:15PM 7/28/2011
By Dawn Kawamoto, The Motley Fool
Company News, Technology, Media, Sony, Apple, Comcast, Amazon.com
There's trouble brewing at Redbox: President Mitch Lowe has announced his resignation, and parent company Coinstar revised its second-quarter revenue outlook downward last week. Here are some key signs consumers and investors should watch to see if the Redbox business model (i.e. kiosk rental machines) is obsolete.
The Price of Serious 'Harry Potter' Fandom: $401.08
12:15PM 7/21/2011
When it comes to providing bewitchment for the buck, Harry Potter has notched some mesmerizing numbers. Fans who bought all the hardcover books, the DVDs, and attended the movies in first run, paid an average total of $401.08 -- not counting the $20 to $30 they'll pay for the DVD or Blu-Ray of "Deathly Hallows: Part 2."
Looking for an easy way to keep your entertainment budget in check without feeling like you're pinching pennies or getting bored?
Bring the gang over for a dinner party and movie night that features one of these classic Hollywood suspense films.
The Frugal Consumer: Three Classic Home Theater Films for Teens
9:00AM 4/07/2011
Today's pinched budgets mean many American families can%u2019t shell out as much as they once did to send teenagers to the movies. But there's a more affordable way to keep young people entertained: Soup up your home theater and screen some teen-friendly classics.
Blockbuster's Future is Up for Auction: Bidders Include Carl Icahn
6:30PM 4/04/2011
Company News, Investing, Blockbuster, Market News, Investment
Blockbuster on Monday kicked off the confidential auction process that will decide its future. Billionaire Carl Icahn and others have bid for the troubled video-rental chain.
Free DVD Rental at Blockbuster With Good Grades
11:05AM 3/08/2011
Get a free DVD rental when you present a report card with a B average or higher at Blockbuster. You can get one free movie rental per grading period, although progress reports are not accepted. This is a great deal, though there are some things to be aware of:
The free rental does not include...
Walt Disney is increasing the wholesale prices it charges for DVDs to movies-by-mail leader Netflix and movie-rental kiosk operator Redbox. Disney is looking to benefit further from being the only major studio to sell DVDs to the companies for rental the day they go on sale to the public.
The Plot Thickens: Netflix Users Angered By Latest Digital Twist
9:00PM 1/19/2011
Company News, Technology, Media, Netflix, Blockbuster, Retail
Netflix angered customers this week by removing the option to order DVDs via videostreaming consoles and mobile devices. The news that it was eliminating the "Add to DVD Queue" button in order to focus more on streaming videos has drawn thousands of comments, many critical of the company.
No Matter How Successful, Netflix Can't Shake the Bears
8:00AM 12/27/2010
Technology, Investing, Media, Netflix, Apple, Blockbuster, Amazon.com
Throughout its history as a public company, Netflix has confounded the critics who've said it'll never survive. Yet, the critics still won't let up. And, yes, they have a scarily compelling story now. Here's why 2011 might prove to be Netflix's toughest one yet.
Free Movie Rental From Blockbuster Express With Two Paid
2:15PM 12/17/2010
Rent two movies and get the third movie free at any Blockbuster Express kiosk now through Sunday, Dec. 19, 2010. Use coupon code HHBBX. If you keep the movies more than one night, however, you are on the hook for the standard nightly rate of $1 plus tax. Put three movies in your cart before...
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