Netflix is sending an email to their customers who order Blu-Ray disks indicating that starting on November 1st, 2008, they will be charged an extra $1 a month fee. The official email states:

As you may know, Blu-ray movies are more expensive than standard definition movies. As a result, we’re going to start charging $1 a month (plus applicable taxes), in addition to your monthly membership charge, for unlimited access to Blu-ray movies.

The additional charge for unlimited Blu-ray access will be automatically added to your next billing statement on or after November 5th, 2008 and will be referenced in your Membership Terms and Details. If you wish to continue getting Blu-ray movies for $1 a month more, you don’t need to do anything. If not, you can remove Blu-ray access anytime by visiting Your Account at the Netflix website.

If you have questions about this change or need any assistance, please call us anytime at 1-888-638-3549.

-The Netflix Team

$1 a month is a small amount to pay for the improved picture quality. It is also rumored that Microsoft may introduce a Blu-Ray drive on their next Xbox.

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