Storage units are becoming more and more popular, and movies and TV series are reflecting this. There are countless amazing moments captured on film that feature self-storage units – some are scary, some are serious, others are hilarious.
There are many great self-storage scenes, so cutting them down to a manageable list was difficult! Take a look below at the films and TV shows we think portrayed the units in amazing ways:
Breaking Bad
This show is responsible for many pop culture references and has already become a classic! Skyler is unable to launder the large amounts of money coming into her car wash, so she does the obvious: she rents a storage unit and hides it there. This scene is one of the most iconic, especially with both Skyler and Walter staring at the huge pile of cash and wondering what to do with it…
Storage Wars
No one can speak as fast as the auctioneers of Storage Wars! The speed with which they spell out names and numbers is truly astonishing, especially because they can keep track of who’s bidding at all times! But viewers who tune in to watch the show do it mainly for one reason (apart from the drama happening on-screen): to see the contents of the storage units being unveiled.
What will be inside? Will the bidders find valuable objects? Or will the unit be empty? Part of the popularity and excitement of the show is peeking inside locked units and see the treasures hidden inside.
Arrested Development
An incredibly funny show that had a huge following, Arrested Development saw the adventures and misadventures of the Bluth family, and one of the most iconic moments is just in the second episode. Michael believes that his father, George Sr, is still conducting business from prison, so he tries to get inside his storage unit to find out more.
The unit is completely burned down, however, as George Sr was intent on destroying evidence, and so sent a former convict-turned-employee to do the job.
Silence of the Lambs
Who can forget this psychological thriller that is now a cult classic? The whole film was tense and scary, and that famous scene in the storage unit was no different. Dr Hannibal Lecter sends Clarice to a storage unit that ends up playing a crucial role in the film; without it, the young FBI trainee would never have found what ended up becoming a pivotal clue for her case.
Storage units are not only popular in real life, as they’re just as important in films and TV shows. If you are looking for storage solutions, we have exactly what you’re looking for – with great prices and offers as well!
