Netflix Ends DVD Mailings, Offers Surprising Deal to Traditional Subscribers
Netflix is ending its DVD mailing service after 25 years, with the final shipments scheduled for September 29. The company announced that it will not charge for any unreturned discs after that date and is offering a promotional offer for subscribers to receive up to 10 free and random DVDs. Netflix acknowledges the impact of its iconic red envelopes in changing the way people watched shows and movies at home, paving the way for the shift to streaming. CEO Ted Sarandos expressed gratitude to DVD members and excitement for the future of entertainment.