MTV continues to support the UMD movie format

Despite Sony’s confidence in the UMD media platform and the initial enthusiasm shown by studios, the pint-sized optical format has been all but abandoned by customers and retailers. Most ciritcs have pointed to two major reasons for the monumental failure of Sony’s new format. First, although there were some great offerings on the shelf when studios signed on to distribute UMD versions of their films, there was also a lot of dreck. What dim-witted movie executive believed that the PSP-owning demographic would be remotely interested in buying Daddy Daycare on UMD? Don’t they know that we already have the platinum edition DVD box set with director’s commentary? Secondly, the price point was considered way too high by many customers, who complained that the low resolution and lack of features did not warrant a second purchase of any film, no matter how great it was on DVD.

In a new agreement with Sony, MTV hopes to address at least one of these complaints by hitting the PSP-playing demographic right where it hurts (the wallet of course!). With great shows like Beavis & Butthead on offer, the UMD format starts to look more appealing. At $14.99, however, many customers still might not be ready to welcome UMD movies back into their lives. Hit the jump to see what other titles MTV plans to bring to the diminutive format, and let us know if you find any of these new releases tempting.

The following shows are currently available, with more on the way:

• “Beavis & Butt-head: The Mike Judge Collection,” Vol. 2 and 3
• “Jackass,” Vol. 2 and 3
• “Wildboyz,” Vol. 1 and 2
• “Viva La Bam,” Vol. 2, 3, and 4
• “Aeon Flux: The Complete Animated Collection” (2-disc set)