Netflix has discontinued its DVD mailing service after 25 years.

Conservative News DailyAugust 28, 2023

Netflix to Discontinue DVD-by-Mail Service

Get ready, movie lovers! Netflix, the streaming entertainment platform, has announced that it will be sending out its final iconic red rental movie disc envelopes on September 29th. But don’t‌ worry, there’s good news too!

“We are not charging for any unreturned discs after 9/29. Please enjoy your final shipments for as long as you like!” DVD Netflix said on social media.

The Netflix DVD-by-mail service, which operates at the ‌DVD.com website, has been a beloved option for movie enthusiasts. Over the years, the company⁣ has mailed out a⁣ staggering 5.2 billion discs since its creation and‌ currently boasts⁣ an impressive 1.3 million DVD subscribers.

Interestingly, ⁣Netflix executives had initially predicted that ‍physical rentals would come to an end in 2030. However, it seems that the rise of streaming services has accelerated this timeline.

But ⁣let’s‍ take a trip down⁢ memory lane. ⁤It all started back ⁢in September 1999 when Netflix introduced the revolutionary concept of a monthly ⁢subscription for DVD rentals. By 2005, they⁢ were shipping ‌a whopping one million DVDs every single day. In fact, things got ‌so competitive that Netflix even filed a patent infringement lawsuit against Blockbuster’s online DVD rental program in 2006. The two movie rental giants eventually‍ settled‍ their ⁢dispute in 2007.

But Netflix‌ didn’t stop there. Between 2007 and 2012, they expanded their streaming services and began producing ⁤their own original content. From comedy specials featuring legends like Chris Rock and Dave Chappelle to hit shows like House of Cards and Stranger Things, Netflix has truly become a powerhouse in the entertainment industry.

So, while we bid farewell to the DVD-by-mail service, let’s celebrate the incredible journey that Netflix has taken us on. And who knows what exciting⁤ innovations they have in store for us next?