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Originally Posted by candyflip
Actually I think it's more like this:
DVD release - OnDemand /Blockbuster - Netflix / Redbox
I don't believe that Blockbuster got hit with the "wait 28 days from release" requirement that Netflix and Redbox have.
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Actually it's like this: Theater - DVD/OnDemand/Blockbuster - Netflix( mail only )/RedBox - HBO/Showtime etc - cable/broadcast tv, syndication - Netflix streaming. This release window for a movie can be 7-10 years. Until Netflix can show that them getting it on streaming earlier means more money than via these other methods they'll be last in the chain.
Most OnDemand are now same day as DVD. No Blockbuster doesn't have to wait 28 days because they still charge $4-$5 for DVD rentals. Which is more money for the studios than when RedBox charges $1 or Netflix charges about the same or even less depending on what you subcription is.
Netflix needs a PPV option for new movies on streaming which I'm sure the studios would go for. I can rent a new movie at Amazon.com for $4 sometimes less. Only issue is they don't rent them in HD from your PC.