Ready to rent movies at McDonald’s?

I was skeptical about the idea of Redbox — that is, going to my local Mickey D’s and renting a movie. I mean, what movies would they have? (Would it just be Disney and Warner Bros.?) Would I be required to purchase fries with my movie?

But the process was painless. The selection wasn’t really large (about 50 movies tops), but it mixed kid-friendly fare with adult-oriented new releases — and new releases are really the only things I like to rent anyway.

You pick your title, swipe your credit card, and the DVD pops out. The best part? Costs just $1.08 ($1 plus tax, which is 8 cents where I am, but could be different depending on where you reside). They are even special offers that periodically pop up, so some nights you might even be able to finagle a free rental.

So check here to see if there’s a Redbox near you. Questions? Read their sassy little FAQ.