1. Song of the South (Original Disney Release)
One of Disney’s most controversial films, Song of the South was never released on DVD in the U.S., making original VHS tapes incredibly rare and collectible. If you have this tape, you could be looking at prices well over $100 and possibly even higher if it’s in mint condition.
2. Cinderella (Black Diamond Edition)
Disney’s Cinderella is a timeless classic, and the Black Diamond Edition VHS is highly collectible. In excellent condition, this tape can go for $100 or more. Collectors especially prize these early Disney editions because of their unique packaging.
3. The Fox and the Hound (Black Diamond Edition)
Another Disney classic, The Fox and the Hound in its Black Diamond release can be worth a lot more than you might expect. A well-preserved tape can fetch over $100, especially since it’s a sentimental favorite that’s harder to find.
4. Rocky Horror Picture Show (1978 Magnetic Video Release)
The 1978 Magnetic Video release of The Rocky Horror Picture Show is a rare find. As the first company to distribute movies on VHS, Magnetic Video’s releases are particularly valuable to collectors, and Rocky Horror is especially sought after. If you have one of these in good condition, it could be worth $200 or more to fans of the cult classic.
5. Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory (Clamshell Edition)
This classic family film in the original clamshell VHS case can be quite valuable, especially since fans and collectors look for well-kept versions. Depending on its condition, it could be worth around $50 to $200.
6. The Exorcist (Original VHS Release)
A true horror classic, the original VHS release of The Exorcist has become highly collectible, especially among horror fans. If it’s in good condition, you could get anywhere from $50 to over $100 for it, with early editions being especially sought after.
7. Clamshell Disney Sing-Along Songs Series
If you grew up in the ‘80s or ‘90s, you might remember Disney’s Sing-Along Songs series with their distinctive clamshell cases. Original copies of these tapes are quite collectible and can go for around $20 to $75 each, with rarer volumes fetching even more.
8. A Nightmare on Elm Street (Original Release)
The original release of A Nightmare on Elm Street is highly sought after by horror collectors. In good condition, early editions can sell for well over $100, and even more if it’s part of a horror VHS set.
9. Top Gun (1987 Original Release)
For fans of Tom Cruise and ‘80s action movies, the original release of Top Gun is a sought-after collectible. In great condition, this tape can be worth $50 to $150 to the right buyer, especially if it still has the original box art.
10. Ghostbusters (1985 Original Release)
Original VHS copies of Ghostbusters are popular with fans of the franchise, especially those who want a piece of classic ’80s nostalgia. Depending on the condition and packaging, this tape can go for $50 to $200.
11. The Goonies (1986 Original Release)
A cult favorite from the ‘80s, The Goonies in its original VHS release can be worth quite a bit, especially if you have a good-quality copy. Collectors have been known to pay upwards of $100 for a great-condition tape with original packaging.
12. Batman (1989 Tim Burton Version)
Tim Burton’s Batman starring Michael Keaton has a major nostalgic pull for fans, and the original VHS release is a collectible item. In good shape, it can fetch around $30 to $100, and the value increases if it’s part of a VHS Batman box set.
13. Indiana Jones Trilogy Box Set
Original VHS box sets of the Indiana Jones trilogy are popular with collectors, especially if they include Raiders of the Lost Ark, Temple of Doom, and The Last Crusade. A complete box set in great condition can be worth over $100, particularly if it’s an early release.
14. Blade Runner (1983 Original Release)
The original 1983 VHS release of Blade Runner starring Harrison Ford has become a highly collectible item, especially among sci-fi fans. This classic film’s early VHS copies can fetch a good price, with collectors paying anywhere from $50 to $300, depending on the condition. Sealed copies or those with original promotional material are even more valuable!
