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Redbox to offer same-as-retail release of Universal Blu-Rays and DVDs

December 27, 2017

Universal Pictures' Blu-Ray disc and DVD releases will be available for rental at Redbox kiosks the same day as retail under a new distribution agreement between the two companies, according to Variety. The movies will also be available through video-on-demand rentals and electronic sell-through under Redbox's new Redbox On Demand service.

Redbox previously had to wait 28 days after home video release to rent the Universal Pictures releases.

The new arrangement takes effect with the studio's January titles, including "Brad's Status" with Ben Stiller and "American Made" with Tom Cruise.

Redbox has similar agreements with Lionsgate and Sony Pictures Entertainment. Agreements with Warner Bros. and 20th Century Fox allow Redbox to rent DVDs seven days after home video release.