Disney Movie Club - Review Part I

Googling the phrase, "Disney Movie Club reviews," can be quite the harrowing experience. As a lover of all things Disney, it pains me to say that the DMC doesn't get the most favorable online opinions. I am happy (and relieved) to report that I'm confident the negative reviews that DMC receives are because members are failing to read the fine-print and failing to comply with their member agreement. While Cast Members are employing aggressive sales tactics, I haven't come across a rude CM (and I've spoken with four at DMC in the last month).

The Member Agreement Summarized:

An initial purchase is made using a discount code. Additional full-price purchases are required to fulfill contractual obligations. After these criteria are met, DMC members enter VIP status and receive steep discounts on further purchases. 

In 24 months, a DMC Member must purchase 3-5* full-price movies.  

DMC states that a full-price movie costs:

• $19.95 or more plus S&H (DVD Club) or
• $29.95 or more plus S&H(Blu-Ray Club)

The member chooses if they want to join under the DVD club or the Blu-Ray club with their initial purchase though both formats are available in either club. Note that a Blu-Ray club member will pay inflated prices for DVDs. A Blu-Ray club member will be required to purchase their full-price selections at $29.95 or more, even when purchasing a DVD. 

The fine-print states that a monthly offer will be extended to each member. This offer can be refused via email, via your online account, or by snail mail.

 If you do not decline your monthly offer, the movie will be shipped and your credit card will be charged without further notification.

Typically, these monthly offerings will run you $21.95+S&H, but may be greater in price.

_{*Number of required full-price purchases vary based upon code used during joining.}

Verdict: I would absolutely join DMC again. Stay-tuned for Part II of the DMC posts where I will break down my costs and purchasing strategy! 

What's your favorite recently-released Disney movie? I can't believe we haven't yet seen Big Hero 6 but I have the DVD + Blu-Ray combo on the way to us now!