‘On demand’ video systems are great to allow you to watch something immediately, but if you want to go back the following day or week or month and watch it again … you have to pay again. Buying a DVD is great because it means you can watch the movie whenever you want, but it fails the ‘instant gratification’ test. Amazon yesterday introduced their solution: Disc + On Demand. Read on for more details!

The system works by pairing Amazon’s DVD & Blu-Ray disc sales to the company’s ‘Video On Demand’ system. Simply select a DVD or Blu-Ray movie from their Disc + On Demand list, which currently has just over 300 listings, and that movie is added to your Video On Demand library. It is that simple – buy now, watch now, get disc soon!

A great (but not typical) example is The Wizard of Oz 70th Anniversary Edition. You could get the DVD for $14.99, buy the ‘watch it now’ video for $14.99 or get the Disc + On Demand deal for … $14.99! Like I said, that isn’t typical – most entries are more like Coraline: $8.99 for the Watch it Now, $18.99 for the Disc + On Demand. Still a great deal that gives you the best of both worlds for the price of the DVD!

Here is their FAQ on the system:

What is Disc+ On Demand?
When you purchase select DVD and Blu-ray titles from Amazon.com you will also receive an Amazon Video On Demand standard definition version as a gift with purchase (see details). You’ll be able to instantly enjoy the video on demand version on your Mac, PC, compatible device or compatible TV when it is available.

How do I play the Amazon Video On Demand digital version I receive with my Disc+ On Demand purchase?
When you purchase a Disc+ On Demand Blu-ray or DVD We’ll automatically add the digital version to Your Video Library.

To access a video from Your Video Library on Amazon.com
1. Visit Your Video Library at www.amazon.com/videoondemand/library
2. Sign in to your account if prompted.
3. Click on the video you want to watch.
4. Choose “Watch Now” for instant viewing access through your web browser or “Download” to see a list of download locations and available copies of the video.
If you select “Download” for off-line viewing, choose a download location from the pull-down menu and click the “Download Now” button.
If you’re new to Amazon Video On Demand, you can learn more about the options available for viewing your videos.

How do I know if a Blu-ray or DVD includes Disc+ On Demand?
If you’re interested in getting digital versions of the titles you buy, simply look for the Disc+ On Demand message on the detail pages of your favorite Movies and TV shows. When you purchase the Blu-ray or DVD from Amazon.com the Amazon Video On Demand standard definition version will be automatically included as a gift with purchase.

What is the quality of the Amazon Video On Demand version?
Disc+ On Demand includes the Amazon Video On Demand standard definition version. The video quality we deliver will depend on your internet connection. We’ll automatically detect your connection speed and send you the highest quality stream your connection can support. The steam quality will be displayed on the video player.

How fast does my Internet connection need to be to watch an Amazon Video On Demand title?
We support a minimum connection speed of 450 Kbits/sec but recommend a connection speed of 1.5 Mbits/sec or higher to get the most out of your online Amazon Video On Demand experience. We’re unable to deliver these high-quality videos online via dial-up and other slow connections.

Is Disc+ On Demand available to customers outside of the United States?
Due to licensing restrictions, the Amazon Video On Demand service is only available to customers located in the United States.

Source: Newteevee.com