While streaming libraries shift and prices climb, Amazon just dropped serious savings on permanent movie ownership. The retailer's Prime Big Deal Days event cuts prices on premium 4K Blu-ray titles to their lowest levels of the year, with standout films like Ghost in the Shell hitting just $10.49 and Everything Everywhere All At Once at $11.99. For collectors tired of subscription juggling, these deals run through Thursday morning.
Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days event is delivering what streaming services can't: permanent ownership at rock-bottom prices. The two-day sale, running through Thursday at 3AM ET, has slashed 4K Blu-ray collections to their lowest prices of the year, with some premium titles dipping below $15.
The standout deals showcase both recent blockbusters and timeless classics. Everything Everywhere All At Once, the 2023 Best Picture winner, drops from $18.67 to $11.99, while the seminal 1995 Ghost in the Shell hits just $10.49. Mad Max: Fury Road and Blade Runner: Final Cut both clock in around $11-13, delivering premium 4K experiences at streaming rental prices.
But it's the box sets where Amazon's pricing gets aggressive. The complete Lord of the Rings trilogy, featuring both theatrical and extended cuts in Dolby Vision HDR with Atmos audio, falls 26% to $49.99. That breaks down to about $16 per film for what many consider the gold standard of 4K transfers. Twin Peaks: Z to A, collecting David Lynch's complete surreal crime saga, drops 30% to $48.99.
The timing reflects broader industry shifts around physical media ownership. As streaming platforms cycle content and raise prices, collectors are rediscovering the value of permanent libraries. "Nothing compares to having the 4K Blu-rays of your favorite movies to play whenever you want," notes The Verge's Cameron Faulkner, who's tracked these deals for years.
For newcomers to 4K collecting, the hardware barrier remains significant. While Xbox Series X and PS5 consoles can play 4K Blu-rays, they lack features like Dolby Vision support for movies and run noticeably louder than dedicated players. Panasonic's UB820-K remains the gold standard under $500, though the $299.99 UB420-K offers most features except Dolby Vision.
The sale includes recent releases alongside classics. Godzilla Minus One, the 2023 Oscar-winning effects showcase, drops 37% to $14.99, while Ryan Coogler's vampire horror film Sinners falls to $22.99. Even premium collector editions see cuts, with the Wicked limited-edition giftset (complete with 8-inch metal bookends) dropping $40 to $199.99.
Streaming fatigue appears to be driving renewed interest in physical ownership. With major studios pulling content from platforms and subscription costs climbing past $15 monthly for premium tiers, the math on permanent ownership becomes compelling. A single month of Netflix's top tier costs more than Ghost in the Shell's entire 4K collection.
