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2024 US home video revenue: streaming makes up nearly all viewing; physical media sales fall below $1 billion

A media industry group has released a report on 2024 US home video revenue. Streaming services dominate, while DVD/Blu-ray sales continue to plummet.

A look at media coming out in November 2024, including “Moana 2” and “Wicked” in theaters.

A look at media of interest coming out in October 2024, including free limited streaming on Apple TV+ of “It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown.”

A look at media of interest coming out in September 2024, including “Sonic the Hedgehog” spin-off “Knuckles” on DVD and Blu-ray.

Redbox’s owner has filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy, which spells the end of the line for the once-ubiquitous DVD/Blu-ray rental kiosks.

A look at media coming out in July 2024, including DVD/Blu-ray releases, the start of the Summer Olympics, and Redbox filing for bankruptcy.

Target is the latest big-box retail store chain to announce it’s scaling back on selling DVDs and Blu-rays, at least in stores (vs. online).

I look at where you can buy used and new DVDs and Blu-rays, including Amazon, eBay, and even Redbox kiosks.

Sony will take over production and distribution of Disney DVDs and Blu-rays in North America, marking a major shift for the House of Mouse.

In 2023, streaming still dominated US home video revenue. Meanwhile, physical media sales declined, despite “Oppenheimer” Blu-ray sales.