Scarecrow Video
Seattle, WA 98105-3611
Phone: (206) 524-8554
- Cross Street:
- 50th Street
- Hours:
- Sun-Thu 11am-11pm, Fri-Sat 11am-12am
Editorial Review for Scarecrow Video – by Anna Roth
In Short
With a catalog of more than 70,000 titles there is, quite literally, something for everyone at this famous video store, from the latest blockbusters to obscure experimental flicks and everything in between. The main floor contains new releases, foreign films and movies organized by director; rooms upstairs have specific niche categories like gangster films and anime. Don't know where to start? The knowledgeable staff is always happy to point customers in the right direction.
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Insider Tips
Know Before You GoSome out-of-print videos require a credit card deposit. Rentals are due by 7pm, but there's an hour grace period.
Save TimeCall ahead and reserve movies or DVD players. Scarecrow rents and sells DVD players and new and used DVDs.
Save MoneyBuy a 10-rental punch card and get a discount.
Look GoodScarecrow's comprehensive movie guide is a great resource to start navigating the shelves. Peruse the store copy or buy it at the counter.
User Reviews for Scarecrow Video
12/15/2006 Posted by spudsocks
Scarecrow's got it all, from the newest releases to almost every TV show to foreign films to the most obscure movies in the world. Sometimes the layout can be confusing, as there's a big "director's section" when you walk in and a lot of films are in there so you have to know the director, but the staff is friendly and helpful (not film snobs at all) and are happy to help you find what you're looking for. Also watch out for out-of-print movies: You have to leave a $150 deposit a lot of the time. But other than that, it's simply one of the best stores out there. And if you have a KEXP membership, you get a free rental with every rental!
Pros: Wide selection, Great service, Fun atmosphere
Cons: Parking can be a nightmare, Can be confusing
11/18/2006 Posted by kee22
Scarecrow is a great video store. It has a huge selection and the rental prices and procedures are pretty reasonable. I bought anime and some other older videos from here. I like the fact that they have new, old, and hard to find videos. I wish I knew about this place sooner.
Pros: Wide selection, nice staff people, good prices
Cons: na
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