Old DVDs stored away in your home could be worth a fortune
If you're still hanging on to your old film collection, now might be a great time to look at what you have stored away
Your old DVDs might be hiding a fortune
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If you've got a stash of DVDs gathering dust in the back of a cupboard, you might be sitting on a small fortune. Despite the rise of streaming services like Netflix and Amazon Prime, many people have held onto their old DVD collections, and now could be the perfect time to see what they're worth.
Before the digital age took over, these DVDs were essential for entertainment in many households. While some may consider DVDs relics of the past, there's still a significant number of people who cherish a physical collection of their favourite films.
Bally Casino has conducted research to identify which DVDs could rake in a tidy sum.
To help with the hunt for hidden treasures, collectables expert Tracy Martin has been brought in to share her insights on recognising valuable items and maximising their potential.
Topping the list of lucrative DVDs is the Carry On Film Collection, a comprehensive box set of all 31 films produced across a 34-year period.
It fetches an average price of £350, reports the Express. For money-saving tips, sign up to our Money newsletter here
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Other noteworthy collections include the Monty Python and the Holy Grail limited edition castle box set, which could command up to £300.
While the Blade Runner Ultimate collector's edition and The Godfather box set are both valued at a similar price.
Tracy Martin explained: "Collectable value can be due to rarity, different variants to the norm, oddities (misspelling 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."
Tracy highlighted that securing a suitable platform for selling is crucial to obtaining a favourable price for collectables. She emphasised that setting a reasonable starting price for the item on sale is important.
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As some DVDs are experiencing a resurgence in popularity, Tracy hinted that CDs might be next to see an increase in value. This wouldn't come as a surprise given the steep climb in vinyl popularity.
The top 15 are:
Carry On Films - Complete DVD Collection Box Set, 1958-1992, £350 Monty Python and the Holy Grail - Limited Edition Castle Box Set, 1975, £300 Blade Runner Ultimate Collector's Edition Briefcase, 1982, £300 The Godfather: The Coppola Restoration Limited Edition Blu-ray Box Set, 1972-1990, £300 The Avengers '62-64 - Emma Peel Mega Set, 1961-1969, £275 The Wicker Man - Wooden Box Limited Edition, 1973, £225 The World at War - Ultimate Restored Blu-ray Edition, 1973-1974, £225 Quatermass Collection - Limited Edition Box Set, 1953-1979, £225 Twin Peaks: The Entire Mystery Blu-ray Box Set, 1990-1991, £225 Peeping Tom (Criterion Collection Region 2), 1960, £200 Withnail and I - Limited Edition Tin Box, 1987, £175 The Beatles Anthology DVD Box Set, 1995, £175 Red Dwarf - Just the Shows DVD Box Set, 1988-1999, £150 Taxi Driver - 35th Anniversary Blu-ray Edition, 1976, £150 The Third Man - UK Steelbook Edition, 1949, £125
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