direct-to-video film; direct-to-video movie
Wasei-eigo term for a film or movie released directly to home video without a theatrical run. Often abbreviated as OV.
wasei-eigo (Japanese-coined English), from original video
This direct-to-video film was not released in theaters.
He made his directorial debut with a direct-to-video movie.
Variant with interpunct; less common in running text.
Wasei-eigo from English 'original video', referring to a film produced for direct-to-video release.