The short version
Digital locker that syncs purchased films across connected retailers.
From the HackerLinks archive
Movies Anywhere
Digital locker that syncs purchased films across connected retailers.
At a glance:
First seen:2026-06-27
Last seen:2026-06-27
Times seen:1
Website:moviesanywhere.com
Why it caught our attention
Commenters used it as the surviving ownership model in the thread.
Where it surfaced on Hacker News
2026-06-27
Editorial paraphrase
The discussion contrasted Movies Anywhere with earlier locker systems as a way to keep bought movies accessible.
Original threadThe case for physical media ownership
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