DVDollars
Although to the younger generation DVDs are ancient technology—the truth is that they were only introduced in 1996 and didn't really become big until the 2000s, which isn't really that long ago. But, even with that being said, there is still a nostalgia factor that has led to some rare DVDs being worth quite a bit of money.
And while you might've thrown away your old VHS tapes long ago, many of us still have a stack of DVDs sitting on the shelf—which could mean you have a stack of money sitting on the shelf. Do you have any of these DVDs lying around?
Walt Disney Treasures Premium Collection
Now, unless you're a D23 member, you probably don't have this amazing collection sitting on your shelf. There were only 3,000 of these 57-Disc collections of Disney Treasures content made available to D23 members back in 2009—but should you have one, they have been known to sell on eBay for $2,000.
Walt Disney Treasures Premium Collection Unboxing, Mister Clown
Bruce Lee Spectrum Collection
Unsealed, this collection of Bruce Lee movies in a special edition silver book replica case can get you around $100. However, should you happen to have one of these still sealed and in mint condition—well, now you're talking about $1000.
Bruce Lee Collections on Blu-ray, kingdude1999
The Avengers: The Complete 50th Anniversary Collection
While the younger generation may only know the Avengers as the gang of Marvel Superheroes, the rest of us know that The Avengers was a 1960s British spy television series that celebrated its 50th anniversary with this comprehensive collection on 39 discs.
In 2011, it sold for $241...these days, it has seen prices hit as high as $825.
The Avengers TV Series 50th Anniversary DVD Box-Set Review, Brand X Reviews
The Monkees: The Complete Series
In 2016, 10,000 copies of this box set were released. Today, this complete collection of every episode of The Monkees (starring The Monkeys) has sold for as much as $1,200.
Although, 10,000 copies is a lot compared to...
The Monkees - The Complete TV Series Blu-ray (Official Unboxing Video), The Monkees
Harry Potter Limited Edition Collector Blu-ray Box Set
In 2011, Harrods sold 300 of these sets, which came with all eight movies and collectible cards—all in a wooden box with a wand stand. They sold for $248. Today, they can go for $1,230.
And sticking with Harry Potter...
Harry Potter complete 8 film collection comparisons, ProjectGibix
Harry Potter Wizard’s Collection
Harry Potter Wizard’s Collection is even more valuable than the previously mentioned limited edition. This set comes wonderfully presented in a large box that opens up to reveal drawers and compartments—wherein contained are the 31 discs and all the other special materials and added stuff. We're talking $1,800.
MY HARRY POTTER WIZARD'S COLLECTION, The Unbox Fox
The History Of Beavis And Butt-Head
When MTV put out this DVD they didn't consult the show's creator, Mike Judge on what episodes should be included. An unhappy Judge was able to get the DVD pulled and thus made it a rare disc sought after by fans. This thing has sold for $800.
Film Roman Productions, Beavis and Butt-Head (1993–2011)
Howl’s Moving Castle
Yes, it's one of Hayao Miyazaki's most-beloved films, but just any old DVD copy of Howl’s Moving Castle isn't going to bring in the big bucks. What will though, is a “For Your Consideration” DVD screener copy—which sold for $600 on eBay last year.
Studio Ghibli, Howl's Moving Castle (2004)
The Simpsons Collector Chest Box Set
The Simpsons is still going strong into its 36th season, but back a few years ago, they put out a Collector Chest Box Set comprising over 100 DVDs and every episode of the first 21 seasons. Sets in good condition have gone for over $550.
AK 100: 25 Films By Akira Kurosawa
Akira Kurosawa is one of the greatest directors of all-time, and this 25-film collection is a film buff's dream—a dream that isn't going to be cheap to make a reality given that this Criterion Collection set is now out of print. It had a sale price of $399 back in the day—which is a bargain compared to the $980 price a mint-condition set sold for online.
AK100: 25 Films By Akira Kurosawa DVD Box Set (Region 1 / USA), CinemaniacSeventy7
Monty Python And The Holy Grail: Limited Edition Castle Box Set
It's one of the greatest comedy movies ever made—and for Monty Python fans and collectors, the Limited Edition Castle Box Set of Monty Python and the Holy Grail is worth paying extra for. How much extra? Well, they have sold for around $400.
Star Trek Voyager Box Set
Not only does this set come with all of the Star Trek Voyager episodes on DVD—those DVDs come inside of a cube replica of a Borg ship. There were 5,000 of these created and they have recently sold for upwards of $500.
STAR TREK Voyager Season 4 Hardcase Unboxing DVD, TARS 95
Disney Pixar Ultimate Movie Collection DVD Box Set
Given that it was released in 2008, the Disney Pixar Ultimate Movie Collection DVD Box Set might not really be the ultimate collection of Pixar movies anymore. But that hasn't stopped this box set from fetching $600 on eBay.
Disney Pixar Ultimate Movie Collection DVD review, Henry Rodriguez
Hardware Wars
What? You haven't heard of this 12-minute long, very low-budget Star Wars spoof in which the space ships are replaced by flying toasters? Well, should you happen to come across one of these very rare DVDs, there are collectors out there who will pay $120 or more for it.
20th Century Foss, Hardware Wars (1978)
Genesis: The Movie Box
We're talking about the band Genesis, here—and this collection of their concert films from 1981 to 2007 has sold in the past for over $300.
Prog Review 204 - 1981 - 2007 The Movie Box - Genesis, Darren Lock
The Norm Show: The Complete Series
Norm Macdonald was a one-of-a-kind comedian and fans' appreciation for him has only grown since his sad passing back in 2021—this includes an appreciation for his short-lived television series from the late 90s and early 2000s. Not enough folks watched The Norm Show back in the day for it to stay on the air for more than three seasons—but today, if you have the complete series box set, you could get upwards of $500 for it.
Mohawk Productions, Norm (1999–2001)
"Pokémon: Destiny Deoxys"
People love Pokémon—cards, tv shows, toys, books...and movies! And speaking of movies, if you have a highly-graded first-print copy of Pokémon: Destiny Deoxys—well, you're looking at about $1,200.
I Opened The RAREST Pokemon Packs, HEAVY EX Deoxys..., Rhymechan (Rhymestyle 2nd Channel)
Alien Quadrilogy Deluxe Alien Head Limited Edition DVD Box Set
To celebrate the 25th anniversary of Ridley Scott's Alien film, they released a pretty spectacular collection, featuring all the films (to that point) presented in a large plastic Xenomorph head. I totally get why collectors would covet this thing and would be willing to pay over $450 to get it.
Alien Quadrilogy Head Box Set -Limited 25th Anniversary DVD Recensione, BlackWolfgang70
Rebecca (2020)
Did you even know that they made a remake of Alfred Hitchcock's classic romantic thriller? Well, don't feel bad—given that both the critics and audiences on Rotten Tomatoes scored it under 40%, you aren't missing much. Unless, of course, you somehow got your hands on one of the DVD screeners of the film that Netflix sent out for awards consideration. Because, despite how bad the movie is, they are selling for around $400 on eBay.
Cadaverella
Horror fans might know about the low-budget film Cadaverella—and they might also know that the thing is available to watch on one of the many streaming services out there. However, even with that being the case, physical DVD copies of the movie are selling for over $300 on eBay.
Big Atom Productions, Cadaverella (2007)
Essential Art House: 50 Years Of Janus Films
You may remember the Janus Films name as the American film distributor who brought many wonderful international movies to the American market. Well, back in 2006, Criterion Collection released an amazing box set collection of Janus films. It sold for $850 at the time. Today, in the right condition, you can see them selling on eBay for up around $1,300.
Emmanuelle In Space: The Complete Collection
As far as Emmanuelle goes—this is an "if you know, then you know" situation. However, even those familiar with the Emmanuelle franchise might not have known there was a whole Emmanuelle in Space series. The DVD collection in question contains all seven films in the series and has sold for $330 in the past.
Alain Siritzky, Emmanuelle: A Time to Dream (1994)
The Pee-wee Herman Show On Broadway
No, this isn't the The Pee-wee Herman Show available on MAX. This is the Broadway revival of that stage production that happened in 2010 and is much harder to find. The rarity made it valuable already—and the sad passing of Paul Rubens in 2023 only increased the demand for this piece of Pee-wee history. Copies have sold for $300 on eBay.
Unboxing The Pee Wee Herman Show Live From The Sunset Strip's Roxy Theater DVD, MADFLIX & Games
The Sinbad Trilogy
Three Ray Harryhausen classics: The 7th Voyage of Sinbad, The Golden Voyage of Sinbad, and Sinbad and the Eye of the Tiger. This box set is out-of-print and there were only 6,000 units released when it came out. This rarity has led to a value of $600 for this collection.
The Sinbad Trilogy blu-ray box set!, Retro Dinosaurs and More
Salò: White Ring
Pier Pasolini’s controversial 1976 film is loved by some and hated by others. But those who love it have been willing to cough up $500 for the “white ring” edition by the Criterion Collection
Unknown Artist, Wikimedia Commons
The Real Ghostbusters: Complete Collection
Want to make $500? Who you gonna call? The Real Ghostbusters: Complete Collection. The Real Ghostbusters was an animated television series that ran for seven seasons and 140 episodes from 1986 to 1991. This collection is a 25-disc set packed into a replica of the Ghostbusters’ firehouse headquarters.
Real Ghostbusters Complete Collection DVD Unboxing, quickfreeze4
The Complete Sartana
This is a pretty complete set—featuring all five of the Sartana spaghetti Westerns along with a 55-page booklet with images and essays about the spaghetti Western genre. This one is worth $600 should it be sitting in your collection.
Middle-Earth Collector’s Edition Blu-ray Box Set
All three Hobbit movies and all three Lord of the Rings films on 30 discs presented in what look like old leather-bound books—you also get a wooden shelf to hold the "books". There are also extras like concept art—and it can fetch around $500.
Heathcliff
Who ever thought that Wuthering Heights would make a good musical? Rocker Cliff Richard, that's who—and in the 90s, he went ahead and turned Emily Bronte’s classic novel into a musical. That musical was then filmed, and put out as a DVD in 1999. All reports are that the musical sucks—but there are some fans out there who are willing to pay up around $350 to own the DVD.
Samuel Goldwyn Productions, Wikimedia Commons
Futurama: The Complete Collection (With Bender Head)
Okay, well this isn't actually the complete collection of Futurama episodes. Although, it was at the time of its release at the end of the aughts. The collection features 72 episodes on 19 discs, all encased in a replica of Bender's head. These sets have sold for $325.
Futurama The Complete DVD Collection with Bender's Head (US), playdangerous
Spider-Man Trilogy (With Busts)
Sometimes, what makes a certain DVD edition rare is when it was an international release not made available in America—which is the case with this awesome set of the original Sam Raimi Spider-Man movies. The trilogy set in question was a Japanese release that came with two Spidey busts—one in the classic suit and one in the black Venom outfit. We've seen these sell for over $300 on eBay.
And sticking to sets with busts...
Unboxing 003: Spider-Man Trilogy with SideShow Busts, Picture Book Drama
Hellraiser (With Pinhead Bust)
Yup, this one features a rather large and impressive bust of the needle-noggin antagonist of the Hellraiser franchise—Pinhead. As for the movies, you get Hellraiser 1-3. All for $300.
My Hellraiser DVD collection, Charles Lee Ray
ChalkZone
The five-disc set of this cult Nickelodeon animated series from the early 2000s has sold for $297 on eBay.
Nickelodeon Chalk Zone The Complete Series DVD Set from Amazon.com, J's Blu-Rays
National Treasure: Book Of Secrets
What makes this one so valuable is that the DVD comes in a President's Book of Secrets film prop replica. Collectors have been willing to spend $220 for this edition.
Disney's National Treasure DVD Presidential Edition Unboxing, Euphoria Pictures
Breaking The Waves
The edition of this Lars von Trier film that is bringing in the bigger bucks is the 2014 out-of-print Criterion Blue-ray & DVD combo—which has seen sealed copies fetch $200 on eBay.
Breaking the Waves Review - Criterion Collection, Dean of DVD
Alakazam The Great
Raise your hand if you knew that Alakazam the Great is a 1960 Japanese anime. Now raise your hand if you knew that it was never released on DVD in the States and that the Japanese DVD has sold for almost $300.
Alta Vista Productions, Alakazam the Great (1960)
Lost: The Complete Collection Limited Edition Blu-ray Box Set
Disappointing finale aside, Lost is one of the best shows of the 21st Century so far. But it's also one that can be a little confusing and intricate and there could be some definite value in watching it at least a second time (if not a third or fourth...). Which one can do with the Lost: The Complete Collection Limited Edition Blu-ray Box Set—which,these days, is selling for upwards around $400.
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