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Low Budget
The truth is that a theatrical release is very costly. Despite there being technology available to create a low-budget film, there is still no other less expensive way to promote and release a film in cinemas. Take for example, Paranormal Activity, which cost less than $10000 to produce, but more than 10 million to promote and release, this makes it clear why some movies are released direct as a DVD.
Distribution Line
The fact that there are some many movies produced these days, it may be difficult to get a distribution contract for most movies.
Smaller Market
It may be as simple as the fact that some markets are more accepting of buying a DVD rather than visiting a cinema. This is true for many Disney releases as parents would prefer to buy or rent the newest sequel than visit a cinema for it.
Marketplace Competition
A huge factor in movie releases is the amount of competition in the marketplace. If a blockbuster movie is released at the same time, a smaller production may suffer from poor box office performance. This is something smaller movie production want to avoid as it is literally the kiss of death for it's stars, directors and so on.
Cutting losses
If any complications arise in terms of getting a distribution contract, having too much competition or legal issues, these may delay the movie release in theatres by up to two years. If this situation arises, in an effort to cut losses, movie studios tend to release a movie straight to DVD.
Secret revealed: Why Some Movies released straight as a DVD
