If you have a stack of old DVDs collecting dust at home, it might be time to take a closer look. There’s some titles which could be worth a surprising amount of money
If you’ve got a pile of old DVDs gathering dust at home, it might be time to give them a second glance. Some titles, including famous TV series and movies, could fetch a pretty penny.
Despite DVD sales plummeting with the rise of streaming giants like Netflix and Amazon Prime, there’s still a robust market for certain titles, particularly among collectors. Some of your older discs could now be worth a tidy sum.
Before the streaming revolution, DVDs were a common sight in most homes. While many now consider them obsolete, there’s a burgeoning appreciation for physical media, especially rare editions or titles not readily available online.
One significant factor driving this revival is that not every film or TV show can be streamed. For fans who want guaranteed access to their favourite shows, owning a hard copy still holds its charm, reports the Express. In a recent study, Bally Casino highlighted several DVDs that could be surprisingly valuable.
They collaborated with collectables guru Tracy Martin to gain insights into what makes certain editions special and how to maximise their resale value.
The Carry On Film Collection takes the crown for being worth the most money. A complete box set of films from the much-loved British comedy series can command around £350 on average.
Another high-value item is the Monty Python and the Holy Grail Limited Edition Castle Box set, which can fetch up to £300.
Tracy explains: “Collectable value can be due to rarity, different variants to the norm, oddities (misspellings on DVD cases or books), nostalgia – people buying back their memories, limited edition and basic supply and demand.
“There are so many reasons things are collectable. People don’t always recognise they have things of value, which is why they turn to valuers like me or do their own research online.
“Always research to ensure you get the best price achievable for your collectable by looking to see what similar items have sold for in the past.” According to Tracy, one of the most crucial steps in flogging your items is selecting the right platform and establishing a reasonable price from the outset.
She suggested that CDs could be the next media format to surge in value, particularly with vinyl already experiencing a huge comeback in popularity. If you’ve got a forgotten DVD collection gathering dust, now could be the ideal moment to discover what it’s worth.
The top 15 are:
- 1. Carry On Films – Complete DVD Collection Box Set, 1958-1992, £350
- 2. Monty Python and the Holy Grail – Limited Edition Castle Box Set, 1975, £300
- 3. Blade Runner Ultimate Collector’s Edition Briefcase, 1982, £300
- 4. The Godfather: The Coppola Restoration Limited Edition Blu-ray Box Set, 1972-1990, £300
- 5. The Avengers ’62-64 – Emma Peel Mega Set, 1961-1969, £275
- 6. The Wicker Man – Wooden Box Limited Edition, 1973, £225
- 7. The World at War – Ultimate Restored Blu-ray Edition, 1973-1974, £225
- 8. Quatermass Collection – Limited Edition Box Set, 1953-1979, £225
- 9. Twin Peaks: The Entire Mystery Blu-ray Box Set, 1990-1991, £225
- 10. Peeping Tom (Criterion Collection Region 2), 1960, £200
- 11. Withnail & I – Limited Edition Tin Box, 1987, £175
- 12. The Beatles Anthology DVD Box Set, 1995, £175
- 13. Red Dwarf – Just the Shows DVD Box Set, 1988-1999, £150
- 14. Taxi Driver – 35th Anniversary Blu-ray Edition, 1976, £150
- 15. The Third Man – UK Steelbook Edition, 1949, £125