Why does NET-FLIX suck with new releases!?! - Blu-ray Forum

Zombie B0yy · 08-18-2008, 04:33 PM

I signed up for netflix about two weeks ago, because I heard blockbuster was going out of business. Also, with netflix im saving atleast $60 a month instead of going to blockbuster. So I realized...netflix SUCKS when it comes to shipping new releases. In your Queue, it says 'Very long wait' whenever you add a new release movie to your list.

I have been waiting 2 weeks for a new release that I can easily go and rent at blockbuster. I dont know...I may be canceling netflix because this really irritates me

arush5268d · 08-18-2008, 04:40 PM

I don't suppose that you stopped to think that everybody and their brother want the same new release that you do???

Zombie B0yy · 08-18-2008, 04:41 PM

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Originally Posted by arush5268d

I don't suppose that you stopped to think that everybody and their brother want the same new release that you do???

Yeah but shouldn't netflix have enough copies since its such a huge online system??

Marine Mike · 08-18-2008, 04:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Zombie B0yy

Yeah but shouldn't netflix have enough copies since its such a huge online system??

Not if its Blu-Rays. Apparently our extra $1 a month isn't producing more.

SquidPuppet · 08-18-2008, 04:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Marine Mike

Not if its Blu-Rays. Apparently our extra $1 a month isn't producing more.

What extra Dollar? Have I missed something?

Marine Mike · 08-18-2008, 04:51 PM

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Originally Posted by SquidPuppet

What extra Dollar? Have I missed something?

They announced that they will be charging customers extra for the ability to rent Blu-Rays. Isn't it 1 dollar or is it more? Either way, it hasn't shown results.

spam.curitiba · 08-18-2008, 04:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Zombie B0yy

I signed up for netflix about two weeks ago, because I heard blockbuster was going out of business. Also, with netflix im saving atleast $60 a month instead of going to blockbuster. So I realized...netflix SUCKS when it comes to shipping new releases. In your Queue, it says 'Very long wait' whenever you add a new release movie to your list.

I have been waiting 2 weeks for a new release that I can easily go and rent at blockbuster. I dont know...I may be canceling netflix because this really irritates me

there is the same issue with regular dvd releases with netflix.

arush5268d · 08-18-2008, 04:56 PM

The highest demand for these new movies is when they first come out. So Netflix could buy a massive amount to meet everyone's initial wants for a new movie - and then they'd be left with thousands of copies of a new release that never get rented out. If they did that then your monthly fee would be greatly increased.

aramis109 · 08-18-2008, 05:01 PM

1. "You heard" Blockbuster was going out of online business? Link? Info?
2. I currently use BB Online. It's great for me because I have multiple stores very close to me. I am on the 2nd-highest plan ($19.99/mo). How in the hell can this be $60 a month cheaper is pretty beyond me.

Color me confused.

Blu-ray Fanatic · 08-18-2008, 05:04 PM

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Originally Posted by aramis109

1. "You heard" Blockbuster was going out of online business? Link? Info?
2. I currently use BB Online. It's great for me because I have multiple stores very close to me. I am on the 2nd-highest plan ($19.99/mo). How in the hell can this be $60 a month cheaper is pretty beyond me.

Color me confused.

His local BB is probably going out of business, not the online department.

Marine Mike · 08-18-2008, 05:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Blu-ray Fanatic

His local BB is probably going out of business, not the online department.

Exactly as the Blockbuster near me went out of business around 2 years ago.

Zombie B0yy · 08-18-2008, 06:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Blu-ray Fanatic

His local BB is probably going out of business, not the online department.

No...all blockbusters are going out of business. I have two blockbusters within 5 minutes of my house. I live on Long Island BTW

johnarnold101 · 08-18-2008, 05:06 PM

I've been using Netflix for a couple of years now and even when I started renting Blu-Rays I got them the day of release or the day after because I had them in my queue before their release date. If you put them in your queue the same day or the day after they are released you'll be waiting awhile. The only time I miss out is when it's my own fault for not getting one back in time for the release date of the next weeks movies.

If you are upset because they aren't waiting there for you right after their release date and you needed to wait for it to be returned, then that is NO different then any local blockbuster.

Blu-ray Fanatic · 08-18-2008, 05:20 PM

Yep thats right! You snooze you lose. I usually get my new releases shipped on Mondays because my queue is full ahead of time. Its called customer competition. If BB online doesn't ship the movies I want, I just drive a mile to my local BB on Tuesday morning and rent there.

Blu-Ray Buckeye · 08-18-2008, 05:44 PM

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Originally Posted by arush5268d

The highest demand for these new movies is when they first come out. So Netflix could buy a massive amount to meet everyone's initial wants for a new movie - and then they'd be left with thousands of copies of a new release that never get rented out. If they did that then your monthly fee would be greatly increased.

Yes, but Blockbuster manages to meet that demand, and that is the main comp for Netflix.

Blu-ray Fanatic · 08-18-2008, 05:00 PM

Screw that! I'd rather stick with Blockbuster. I have about three Blockbusters around me so I'm happy. Plus, I get free blu-ray rentals at Hollywood Video; one at a time though. If its free you can't complain.

rragland · 08-18-2008, 05:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Zombie B0yy

I signed up for netflix about two weeks ago, because I heard blockbuster was going out of business. Also, with netflix im saving atleast $60 a month instead of going to blockbuster. So I realized...netflix SUCKS when it comes to shipping new releases. In your Queue, it says 'Very long wait' whenever you add a new release movie to your list.

I have been waiting 2 weeks for a new release that I can easily go and rent at blockbuster. I dont know...I may be canceling netflix because this really irritates me

Netflix is sending me an August 19th new release today.

I was taught a little trick by another member on this site. Make sure you return your movies on Friday or Saturday so Netflix receives them on Monday and move the new Tuesday releases to the top of your queue. (They are permitted to mail new releases on Monday.) Remove any movies that are available "NOW". This has worked for me on the last several new release dates.

08-18-2008, 04:33 PM	#1
Zombie B0yy Member Member since:Jul 2008 Location:Kings Park, Long Island, NY Blu-ray reviews:54	Why does NET-FLIX suck with new releases!?! I signed up for netflix about two weeks ago, because I heard blockbuster was going out of business. Also, with netflix im saving atleast $60 a month instead of going to blockbuster. So I realized...netflix SUCKS when it comes to shipping new releases. In your Queue, it says 'Very long wait' whenever you add a new release movie to your list. I have been waiting 2 weeks for a new release that I can easily go and rent at blockbuster. I dont know...I may be canceling netflix because this really irritates me

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08-18-2008, 04:40 PM	#2
arush5268d Banned Member since:Jan 2008 Location:Houston, TX Blu-ray collection:85	I don't suppose that you stopped to think that everybody and their brother want the same new release that you do???

08-18-2008, 04:56 PM	#8
arush5268d Banned Member since:Jan 2008 Location:Houston, TX Blu-ray collection:85	The highest demand for these new movies is when they first come out. So Netflix could buy a massive amount to meet everyone's initial wants for a new movie - and then they'd be left with thousands of copies of a new release that never get rented out. If they did that then your monthly fee would be greatly increased.

08-18-2008, 05:01 PM	#9
aramis109 Blu-ray Ninja Member since:Mar 2008 Location:Milwaukee, WI Home Theater Gallery:10 4K collection:4 Blu-ray collection:360 Trading Score:18	1. "You heard" Blockbuster was going out of online business? Link? Info? 2. I currently use BB Online. It's great for me because I have multiple stores very close to me. I am on the 2nd-highest plan ($19.99/mo). How in the hell can this be $60 a month cheaper is pretty beyond me. Color me confused.

08-18-2008, 05:06 PM	#13
johnarnold101 Senior Member Member since:May 2008 Location:Boise, ID Home Theater Gallery:2 Blu-ray reviews: 2 Trading Score:13	I've been using Netflix for a couple of years now and even when I started renting Blu-Rays I got them the day of release or the day after because I had them in my queue before their release date. If you put them in your queue the same day or the day after they are released you'll be waiting awhile. The only time I miss out is when it's my own fault for not getting one back in time for the release date of the next weeks movies. If you are upset because they aren't waiting there for you right after their release date and you needed to wait for it to be returned, then that is NO different then any local blockbuster.

08-18-2008, 05:20 PM	#14
Blu-ray Fanatic Blu-ray Ninja Member since:Aug 2007 Location:San Antonio Blu-ray reviews:1	Yep thats right! You snooze you lose. I usually get my new releases shipped on Mondays because my queue is full ahead of time. Its called customer competition. If BB online doesn't ship the movies I want, I just drive a mile to my local BB on Tuesday morning and rent there.

08-18-2008, 05:00 PM	#16
Blu-ray Fanatic Blu-ray Ninja Member since:Aug 2007 Location:San Antonio Blu-ray reviews:1	Screw that! I'd rather stick with Blockbuster. I have about three Blockbusters around me so I'm happy. Plus, I get free blu-ray rentals at Hollywood Video; one at a time though. If its free you can't complain.

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