What Black Friday Deals For Entertainment Fans To Expect In 2024
Your chance to save on your next streaming binge and TV and movie memorabilia
With the penultimate month of 2024 just days away, it's time to call that a wrap on the year – but not before another stream of Black Friday deals enter the scene. And it's my job to tell you that it's not all about gadgets and gizmos. There are a bunch of Black Friday deals for entertainment fans, and I'm here to deliver on all the offers I think CinemaBlend readers will be interested in.
The time to sample all the latest TV shows and movies, Black Friday falls on November 29 this year, with the best Black Friday streaming deals likely to drop in the lead up to the day itself. I'm expecting savings from the top services, including Max, Hulu, and Peacock TV.
For those who want to purchase merchandise ahead of the holidays, there will also be Black Friday LEGO deals, as well as savings on Funko Pops, and other products from the likes of Marvel, Star Wars, and other hit titles. Those looking to upgrade their viewing set-up can also expect deals on Blu-Ray for true cinephiles, as well as streaming devices, TVs, and soundbars.
We'll be updating this page in the lead-up and throughout the month of November, so make sure to check back in with CinemaBlend to find the best Black Friday deals and gifts for yourself or the entertainment lover in your life.
Black Friday Entertainment Deals FAQ
When Is Black Friday 2024?
This year, Black Friday will fall on November 29. As ever, it follows the day after US Thanksgiving, which takes place on the fourth Thursday of the month. That said, Black Friday deals will likely launch earlier in November, with all the biggest retailers, including Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Target, and Best Buy, as well as the most popular streaming services getting involved earlier and earlier every year. We expect to see deals starting as early as next week.
What stores have Black Friday sales?
Almost all major retailers, both digital and brick-and-mortar, will have huge deals and discounts for both Black Friday and Cyber Monday. Of course the major players like Amazon, Apple, Best Buy, Target, and Walmart will offer arguably their lowest prices and best deals of the year, but don't forget about third party storefronts on Amazon. We're also expecting some of the best streaming services to offer huge discounts as well, so be sure to check back as new deals drop.
What Are Some Tips For Shopping Black Friday 2023?
1. Start shopping early
While many deals won't be live until Friday, November 24th, there are still tons of deals that will be going on all throughout November, so, the earlier you start the more deals you can find!
2. Check multiple sites
All the big retail players will be in the game for Black Friday. Make sure to shop around on sites like Amazon, Best Buy, Target, Walmart, and more to make sure you find the best price available.
3. Set up Watch-a-Deal notifications
The Amazon mobile app has a great feature that allows users to be notified when specific items go on sale. In the app, it's as simple as going to Settings > Programs and Features > Deals > Upcoming and then selecting the deals you're interested in. Find the "Watch This Deal" button and then you'll be notified when the item goes on sale. You can download the app for free on iOS and Android.
4. Use Tools To Help You Shop
Since you're already shopping online, you might as well continue to take advantage of the tech. There are price tracker and comparison tools like CamelCamelCamel and Honey that can aid in finding you the best deals, tracking the history of a product's price fluctuations, and sending you alerts when the price drops below a certain threshold.
Why are they called "Black Friday" and "Cyber Monday?"
In 1869, investors Jay Gould and Jim Fisk drove the price of gold up, causing the market to crash. The term "Black Friday" was coined to describe that dark say on September 24th, and was then subsequently used to describe other bad situations. Flash forward to 1950's Philadelphia where police were calling the influx of shoppers who poured into the city the day after Thanksgiving, which they dubbed "Black Friday," connecting the term to the shopping event. Due to the negative connottion associated with the the term, the event would go through a failed name change, the short lived "Big Friday."
The holiday continue to grow throughout the rest of the century and into the early 2000's when the National Retail Federation introduced "Cyber Monday" due to the sharp increase in online traffic and revenue on the Monday that followed Black Friday. Since the shift from mainly in-person sales to digital sales, the "Black Friday" and "Cyber Monday" terms are now used to describe huge discounts and deals throughout the month of November, while officially still remaining on the Friday after the U.S. Thanksgiving holiday and the following Monday.
Last Year's Best Black Friday Deals
Peacock: $1.99 A Month For 12 Months
Home to hits like Brooklyn Nine-Nine and Poker Face, you can also get your reality fix with Love Island Games and Below Deck. It's also the exclusive home to hit 2023 movie releases like Five Nights at Freddy's, Asteroid City, and My Big Fat Greek Wedding 3. Save on the NBC service's Ad-Supported plan and pay just $1.99 a month in this Black Friday Peacock deal, enjoying the saving for up to 12 months.
Hulu: $0.99 A Month For First 12 Months
The streaming giant has done it again, one-upping its Black Friday streaming deal from the two previous years and allowing customers to lock in a ridiculously low rate of $0.99 a month for the first year of their Hulu subscription. Available on its With-Ads plan, get access to hit TV shows and movies including The Other Black Girl, Black Cake, and The Handmaid's Tale, as well as P-Valley, Prey, and more.
Max: $2.99 A Month For First 6 Months
It's rare we see a deal during the year on Max subscriptions, but the Warner Bros. Discovery-owned streaming service has come through with an awesome Black Friday streaming deal. Down to $2.99 a month from its usual With-Ads $9.99 a month rate, you can watch the likes of Succession, And Just Like That, The House of the Dragon, and Barbie for the next six months.
Paramount Plus: Monthly Plans From $1.99 A Month | Save 67%
Whether you opt for Paramount Plus with ads or go for the more expensive Paramount Plus with Showtime bundle (that's ad-free), there's a huge 67% discount up for grabs on either monthly plan – and the rate will be around for the first three months of your subscription. Pay $1.99 a month (down from $5.99) for the Essential plan, or $3.99 a month (down from $11.99) for the Premium plan with Showtime.
FuboTV: $20 Off First 2 Months On All Plans
One of the best cable alternatives out there, FuboTV has gone live with a limited time only Black Friday streaming deal, which we've never seen before. Across its Pro, Elite, and Premier plans, you can now save $20 a month for your first two months. That's a $40 total discount, with more than 250 live channels depending on which package you go for. For those after the Latino package, you can save $8 off your first month.
Philo: 50% Off Your First Month
A small but mighty cable alternative with a selection of niche channels including Hallmark, AMC, Lifetime, Food Network, BET, and more, Philo has already launched its Black Friday streaming deal for 2023. Saving you 50% on your first month, you'll pay $12.50, thereafter costing $25 a month. Not locked into a contract, you can cancel anytime.
Fire TV Stick Lite with Alexa Voice Remote: was $29.99 now $17.99 on Amazon
Save 40% - At the lowest price we have ever seen, this Fire TV Stick makes for a great holiday gift for the entertainment fan in your life.
Roku Premiere: was $34.99 now $19.00 at Walmart
This pre-owned product has been professionally inspected, tested and cleaned by Amazon qualified vendors. It's also backed by the 90-day Amazon Renewed Guarantee. A great deal to help upgrade your home theater!
Fire TV Stick 4K with Alexa Voice Remote (2023): was $49.99 now $29.99 on Amazon
Advanced 4K streaming and Wi-Fi 6 support? Get ready for endless entertainment. Stream more than 1.5 million movies and TV episodes and watch your favorite content from Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, Max, and more.
Chromecast with Google TV HD Streaming Stick: was $29.99 now $19.99 on Amazon
The best bang for your buck! Watch the entertainment you love, including live TV, in up to 1080p HDR,and discover over 700,000 movies, TV episodes, and millions of songs.
Roku Streambar: was $129.99 now $89.00 on Amazon
Enjoy an easy, fast interface with the newest and most popular channels, plus access to endless free entertainment with a HUGE sound! The Roku stream bar has a built-in 4K streaming device that allows brilliant HD, 4K, and HDR picture with sharp resolution and vivid colors optimized for any TV.
65-inch Samsung CU7000 Crystal 4K Smart TV: was $499.99 now $429.99 At Best Buy
The cost just came down again on an already well-priced 65-inch set. The lack of QLED means the cost can come all the way down below $500, and you still get a 4K UHD display that features PurColor for more faithful hues and color palettes.
Get 3 months of Apple TV+ free when you buy an Apple TV 4K
The Apple TV 4K has all the bells and whistles. Apple TV+, Live TV, Apple Fitness+, Apple Music, Apple Arcade, Photos, new FaceTime app, and Dolby Vision. It also comes equipped with Spatial Audi o and Enhance Dialogue features, Siri remote capabilities, iPhone remote capabilities, color calibration, audio sharing, SharePlay to watch with friends, Home Control, and more. Starting at $129.
TCL 65-inch S4 S-Class 4K UHD HDR LED Smart TV: was $529.99 now $399.99 at Best Buy
With 4K Ultra HD Resolution, Google TV Smart OS, and Bluetooth Personal Audio the 65-inch TCL is a great way to step up your streaming game without breaking the bank.
LG A2 48-inch OLED TV: was $1,299.99 now $549.99 at Best Buy
Thanks to AI Picture Pro, this TV will automatically enhance contrast and resolution with AI 4K Upscaling and AI Tone Mapping for outstanding lifelike images every time you watch. Your binging will never look better.
Hisense R6 Series 58-inch 4K UHD Roku TV (2020): was $338 now $268 at Walmart
The Hisense Roku TV R6 Series packs incredible details into a 4K Ultra High Definition picture. With Roku TV operating system, it's easier to watch what you love with access to thousands of streaming channels, apps, and live TV.
32-inch Amazon Fire TV 2-Series HD Smart TV (2023): was $199.99 now $119.99 At Amazon
If all you need is a 32-inch TV and aren't bothered about UHD or pulverising sound, then Amazon itself has an option you can bag for only $120. Alexa is integrated of course, and so to is the ability to install all your favorite streaming apps and channels straight from the Amazon Appstore.
24-inch Insignia F20 Series HD Smart TV (2023): was $89.99 now $64.99 At Best Buy
I know that the cheapest Black Friday TV deal on this list won't be for everybody, but I wanted to include it to demonstrate that you can get HD pictures for a barely believable price point. For less than $100, you still get 720p resolution, LED-backlit LCD screen, DTS TruSurround audio and added extras like parental controls and key HDMI ports. A real bargain from Best Buy.
LEGO Disney Walt Disney Tribute Camera: was $99.99 now $79.99 at Best Buy
A set that Walt would be proud of and a must-have for any die-hard Disney fan. This detailed and collectible Disney fan building set features a vintage-style movie ‘camera’ with a hinged back panel with a surprise and a film strip showing stills from 20 historic Disney movies. It also comes equipped with a director’s clapperboard, space for the 3 LEGO Disney minifigures, 2 LEGO animal figures and a multiplane camera with 3 printed screens showing how Disney’s The Old Mill short was made.
PS5 Spider-Man 2 bundle: was $559 now $499 on Amazon
Swing into action with your favorite web-slinger and this PlayStation 5 console. Complete with DualSense wireless controller, ASTRO’s PLAYROOM Pre-installed game, and Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 full game voucher.
LEGO Icons The Friends Apartments: was $179.99 now $145.99
Save 19% - This set features Joey and Chandler’s apartment and Monica and Rachel’s apartment, including authentic furniture and decor like Joey & Chandler’s reclining chairs, Monica’s green ottoman and Gladys, Phoebe’s creepy painting, plus the adjoining hallway from Friends TV show.
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