Movieshack

Movieshack was an online DVD rental company in New Zealand.

Based in Auckland, it was launched on 28 June 2004 and introduced commercial online DVD rentals to New Zealand.

The company was founded by brothers James and Nick MacAvoy, who created the customised software systems and website.

[2] In June 2008, the company announced a merger with Fatso and DVD Unlimited.

According to the 2008 SKY Network Television annual report, the three firms were all struggling with the business model that has "yet to be accepted in New Zealand".