Abstract: An automatic machine for leasing or selling of flat articles to be chosen, such as DVDs in cassettes and the like, includes a support (8) with a shelf element (9), wherein the articles to be chosen may be stored, preferably partly in a vertical y-direction and partly in a horizontal x-direction. Conveyor (10) conveys articles to be chosen in the x and y directions, and in a direction perpendicular to the x-y plane, or z-direction. A display displays symbols for the article to be chosen, such that a relatively large assortment may be shown, whereas the display is equipped with a mechanism for selecting of articles to be chosen. A card reader is provided for paying of fees for leasing or buying of articles. The casing has an opening for delivering or feeding of articles to be chosen, in the z-direction.