South Philadelphia Couple Opened New Movie Rental Store
The neighborhood’s new Little Movie Store offers physical media rentals for local film fans.
Updated on Oct. 4, 2026 in Local Shops
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Dylan and Keri Wise have launched Little Movie Store, a new rental shop located at 10th and McKean streets in South Philadelphia. The shop provides a physical space for neighbors to browse and rent titles.
Why it matters
The store aims to serve as a community hub for local movie enthusiasts who value the experience of browsing physical media. It creates a dedicated space for neighbors to discuss film and discover new titles in person.
The inventory features 17,000 titles, including VHS tapes, DVDs, Blu-rays, and 70 LaserDiscs. Access to the collection is limited to customers who hold a membership.
The players
Dylan Wise
A co-owner of the new neighborhood movie shop in South Philadelphia.
Keri Wise
A co-owner who launched the physical media rental space at 10th and McKean streets.
The details
To access the collection, customers must secure a membership through the store website. Once registered, visitors can browse the physical stacks at the corner of 10th and McKean streets. The selection is designed to offer a tactile alternative to digital-only viewing habits.
Timeline
October 4, 2026: Official publication of the store launch.
The Home Front
This opening marks a departure from the digital-streaming dominance that has defined home entertainment for over a decade. It follows the documented trend of a resurgence in physical media as hobbyists seek out formats like VHS and Blu-ray.
If you enjoy building a physical home media library, visit the Little Movie Store website to register for your membership before heading to 10th and McKean. Check your shelves to see if you have any old media players that could be serviced to enjoy these physical formats at home.
The takeaway
Supporting a neighborhood media shop offers a social alternative to solitary streaming at home. For those looking to support local media, visit the storefront at 10th and McKean to explore the collection of 17,000 titles.
Further reading
Find more curated shopping spots and neighborhood businesses in Local Shops.
More information
To register for an account and review rental policies, visit the Little Movie Store membership registration.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Audacy.
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