These 10 rare DVDs could earn you up to R20k in SA
After so many years, your stockpile of DVDs could be worth something!
A blast from the past! DVDs are making a slight comeback after it has been revealed that certain movies and editions may be worth a little something.
Since the days of VHS tapes, CDs, and DVDs are gone, there is still a flourishing market thanks to collectors.
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If you have any of these at building up dust at home, you might snag a deal on sites such as eBay.
Here is the list of the 10 rarest DVDs and their prices as shared by Jacaranda FM:
1. 'Pulp Fiction' (Collector's edition) - £150/R3,600
The behind-the-scenes footage featured in this edition gives it an "enhanced viewing experience".
2. 'The Evil Dead' (Book of the Dead edition) - £130/R3,100
The creative cover and packaging for this edition are what make it extra special.
3. 'Alien Quadrilogy' (25th anniversary edition) - £250/R6,000
Not only does this edition come with 9 DVDs but it is also presented in the skull of a Xenomorph.
4. 'National Treasure' (Presidential election) - £173/R4,100
This might seem like a random contender but Toomey explained, "Instead of a normal hardshell DVD case, the DVDs are hidden in a replica of the President’s secret book featured in the sequel, which is packed with fun tidbits and immense detail as shown by one lucky owner."
5. 'The Real Ghostbusters' (Complete Collection) - £750/R18,000
Apparently, the 2008 version is the most elusive of all.
6. 'Hardware Wars' (30th anniversary edition) - £120/R2,800
This 'Star Wars' parody still has some diehard fans.
7. 'Star Trek Voyager' Boxset (Borg Cube) - £400/R9,500
"You can own an iconic part of the Star Trek series with this highly desirable box set, which emulates the highly stylised cube ships of the enemy Borg, setting you back over £400," says Toomey.
8. 'The Exorcist' (50th anniversary Deluxe Set) - £200/R4,700
There were only 2,000 copies produced and came in a leather case to represent the Bible.
9. 'Bruce Lee Spectrum' Collection (Limited edition) - £800/R19,000
Bruce Lee is one of the most icon action heroes of Hollywood so it's no surprise that this silver edition that includes all his movies fetches such a high price.
10. 'Spider-Man 1-3' (Japanese Exclusive with Bust Statue set) - £540/R13,000
And last but not least, your friendly neighbourhood Spider-Man.
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According to Ryan Toomey, an editor at Upbeat Geek, there are 10 rare DVDs that could make you quite a bit of cash if you were to sell them.
Collectors and cinephiles prize DVDs for their nostalgic value, the desire to own a piece of cinema history, and the joy of collecting. Rare DVDs become popular auction items because they offer collectors the chance to own something unique and often irreplaceable.
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