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Why your old Warner Bros. DVDs aren't playable anymore - and potential fix


Published on 2025-03-10 08:24:20 - ZDNet
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  • In response to Bumbray's article, Warner Bros. issued a statement and a potential resolution. "Warner Bros. Home Entertainment is aware of potential issues affecting select DVD titles manufactured between 2006 - 2008," the company said, adding that it was "actively working with consumers to replace defective discs."

The article from ZDNet discusses an issue where older Warner Bros. DVDs, particularly those from the early 2000s, have become unplayable due to a manufacturing defect known as "DVD rot." This degradation is caused by the breakdown of the bonding agent used in the DVDs, leading to disc delamination where the layers of the DVD separate. This problem affects not just playback but also the longevity of the physical media. The article suggests several potential fixes or workarounds for affected consumers: replacing the discs if possible, using high-quality DVD players that might handle degraded discs better, or digitizing the content before it becomes unplayable. Warner Bros. has not officially acknowledged this issue, but it has been noted by collectors and preservationists, prompting discussions on the fragility of physical media and the importance of digital backups.

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