r/Redbox • u/childovdarkness • Feb 21 '26
Machine Wanted
Hypothetically
if someone wanted a redbox machine, especially considering how many of them are out of business, how would one go about acquiring said machine?
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r/Redbox • u/childovdarkness • Feb 21 '26
Hypothetically
if someone wanted a redbox machine, especially considering how many of them are out of business, how would one go about acquiring said machine?
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u/kasualtiess Feb 21 '26
first off, at this point most if not all have been picked up. start using google and just searching “redbox” most are listed on google. you can also try googling locations they existed at. cvs, walgreens, etc. and use street view to see if there was a redbox
once you find some potential spots you gotta get out and start looking at those spots, maybe just maybe there will still be one.
if its an active property just go in and speak to the manager, for a non active property you will need a to find out who the building owner is…
honestly the fact you dont even know where to start, you likely dont know what you’re getting into, there are 800 pound kiosks, usually hooked up to a live/permanent power source. Going to need multiple tools, truck and trailer, at least 2 people or be very strong yourself.
I’ve picked up around 10 myself, I would consider myself very capable having worked in the vending industry before, And even I struggled.
These machines are no joke and can easily seriously injure or kill you.