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37 Blockbuster Popcorn Innovations

From Delectable Movie Desserts to Cinephile Couch Cushions

— May 16, 2014 — Life-Stages
The season for blockbuster movies is officially here and these popcorn innovations will make each theater experience even more rich and exciting. Though this year is chock full of thrilling films from 'Godzilla' to 'X-Men: Days of Future Past' and 'A Million Ways to Die in the West,' it can always be taken up a notch with tasty popcorn innovations that don't just involve food.

Cinematic popcorn box purses, novelty cinephile cushions and cartoonish popcorn-printed swimwear lets people display their love of movies in stylish ways while playful popcorn pinatas, boozy popcorn treats and vintage Hollywood popcorn machines provides a great excuse to throw a party to celebrate the summer blockbuster season. In every case, these popcorn innovations are fun, creative and full of child-like wonder.
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Festive Film Treats
Festive Film Treats
The Cupcakes and Cashmere Triple Feature Snacks Celebrate the Oscars
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Oscar-Ready Edibles
Oscar-Ready Edibles
Courtney Scharf Takes a Bite Out of Oscar Party Food Ideas
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Ultimate Cinema Snacks
Ultimate Cinema Snacks
The Movie Theater Popcorn Cake is Similar to a Rice Krispies Treat
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Self-Listening Cooking Microwaves
Self-Listening Cooking Microwaves
This New Whirlpool Microwave Listens to Itself Cook
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Bizarre Booze-Flavored Popcorn
Bizarre Booze-Flavored Popcorn
This Popcorn Tastes Like a Glass of Gin and Tonic
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Squash-Infused Popcorn Recipes
Squash-Infused Popcorn Recipes
This Simple Pumpkin Recipe Uses Popcorn and Jello
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Chocolatey Football Confections
Chocolatey Football Confections
The Snickers Superfan Cupcakes are the Perfect NFL Treat
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Popcorn Monitoring Apps
Popcorn Monitoring Apps
The 'Perfect Pop' App Listens to Your Microwave to Avoid Burnt Popcorn
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Boozy Popcorn Treats
Boozy Popcorn Treats
Feel The Buzz with Joe & Seph's Mouthwatering Cocktail Popcorn
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Opulent Popcorn Snacks
Opulent Popcorn Snacks
Ordinary Popcorn Gets an Overhaul with Edible Gold Leaf Sprinkles
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Stacked Cinematic Bites
Stacked Cinematic Bites
The Buttered Popcorn Chocolate Chip Cookies Incorporate Movie Snacks
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Pork-Flavored Popcorn
Pork-Flavored Popcorn
Bacon Pop is A Crispy Tasty Snack Food for Satisfying Cravings
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Cinematic Snack Infographics
Cinematic Snack Infographics
This Infographic Lists Movie Snacks from Around the World
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Vintage Hollywood Popcorn Makers
Vintage Hollywood Popcorn Makers
Cindy Lim Offers a Taste of the Cinema Right At Your Fingertips
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Zesty Wine-Infused Popcorn
Zesty Wine-Infused Popcorn
This Wine Popcorn Flavor is Something You Should Try at Least Once
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Edible Movie-Themed Dishes
Edible Movie-Themed Dishes
The White Chocolate Popcorn Bowl Ensures Snacking is Endless
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Tempting Spicy Chocolate Popcorn
Tempting Spicy Chocolate Popcorn
This Popcorn Treat is Equal Parts Sweet and Spicy
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Upscale Popcorn Branding
Upscale Popcorn Branding
AMAIZE Popcorn is Natural and Nutritious
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Playful Popcorn Pinatas
Playful Popcorn Pinatas
Nicolas Ménard Designs Adorably Snackable Pinata Party Favors
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Smartphone Film-Streaming Apps
Smartphone Film-Streaming Apps
The PopcornFlix Free Movie Streaming App for BlackBerry is a Perk
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DIY Candy Confetti Popcorn
DIY Candy Confetti Popcorn
This Recipe From Bake Your Day Makes Basic Popping Corn Colorfully Fun
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Vintage Theater Popcorn Machines
Vintage Theater Popcorn Machines
Make Delicious Popcorn at Home with the Vintage Popcorn Maker
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Novelty Cinephile Cushions
Novelty Cinephile Cushions
The Popcorn Pillow from Shop Jeen is Designed for Film Fanatics
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Cartoon Popcorn-Printed Swimwear
Cartoon Popcorn-Printed Swimwear
Make a Statement on the Beach with This Popcorn Print Swimsuit
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Delectable Movie Snack Desserts
Delectable Movie Snack Desserts
Caramel Popcorn Ice Cream is Baskin-Robbins' Must Try Flavor
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Movie Theater Snack Milkshakes
Movie Theater Snack Milkshakes
This 'Sugar and Charm' Caramel Popcorn Drink is Sweet and Salty
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Campfire-Style Popcorn
Campfire-Style Popcorn
S'Mores Popcorn Puts a Fun Twist on the Favorite Movie Snack
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Artillery Popcorn Projectile Poppers
Artillery Popcorn Projectile Poppers
Make Great Popcorn with the Cannon Popcorn Maker
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Popcorn Chicken Nachos
Popcorn Chicken Nachos
Delicious Popcorn Chicken is Being Added to KFC Nachos
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Vintage Movie Popcorn Bowls
Vintage Movie Popcorn Bowls
These Ceramic Bowls Make You Feel Like You Have Gone Back in Time
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Billing Block Packaging
Billing Block Packaging
Monday Movie Club Branding is as Punchy as Hot New Cinema Titles
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Cinematic Popcorn Box Purses
Cinematic Popcorn Box Purses
'Romwe's' Unique Purses Make Your Outfit More Entertaining
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Holiday-Flavored Gourmet Popcorn
Holiday-Flavored Gourmet Popcorn
King of Pop Created This Indulging Thanksgiving Meal Treat
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Cinephile Couch Cushions
Cinephile Couch Cushions
Movie Night Accent Pillows are Designed with Film Geeks in Mind
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Cartoonish Letter Characters
Cartoonish Letter Characters
Nickelodeon Popcorn by Berd Targets Youthful Television Viewers
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Fast Food-Inspired Jewelry
Fast Food-Inspired Jewelry
The Pop Food 2013 Collection Reflects Our Fast, Consumptive Lifestyles
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Gourmet Popcorn Shops
Gourmet Popcorn Shops
My Crazy Pop Shop in Paris Specializes in Gourmet Popcorn
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Glow-in-the-Dark Popcorn
Glow-in-the-Dark Popcorn
This Theatre Snack Will Add Flair to the Film Experience
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