Blockbuster (Bend, Oregon)

Blockbuster in Bend, Oregon, known as the Last Blockbuster, is a unique video rental store that has gained fame for being the last of its kind in the world. Opened in 1992, it transitioned to a Blockbuster franchise in 2000 and became the last remaining store in the U.S. in 2018, and globally in 2019. The store has become a popular tourist destination, featuring around 1,200 movie titles and hosting events like sleepovers via Airbnb. It has been highlighted in various media, including a documentary and a Super Bowl commercial, and showcases memorabilia from actor Russell Crowe. The store continues to thrive by selling merchandise and remains a nostalgic symbol of the video rental era.