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Attendees at the Chicago Film Festival browse a vibrant collection of Blu-ray and 4K UHD discs at a dedicated physical media fair.
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Chicago Film Fest Celebrates Niche Physical Media Revival

At the Chicago International Film Festival in October 2023, hundreds of attendees bypassed digital screenings.

Claire Donovan·September 7, 2026
Young adults enthusiastically browsing and selecting physical media like Blu-rays and 4K UHD discs in a lively video rental store.
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Young Audiences Drive Physical Media Resurgence in 2026

In January 2026, Vidiots, a physical movie rental store, had its biggest month ever, renting an average of 170 movies daily.

Andre Silva·April 29, 2026