Expect to receive a fraction of the original retail value. Pawn shops need to resell these items at a profit, often pricing them at $1–$3 for customers.

Shops often reject common "filler" titles (like standard 2000s Hollywood comedies) because they already have high supply and low demand.

, many pawn shops still buy DVDs, but they are increasingly selective.

Some shops have moved away from standard DVDs entirely, only accepting Blu-rays or 4K Ultra HD discs.