1. Popcorn machine
No movie lover can be without a way to make the most popular movie snack, making a popcorn machine an excellent gift!
While microwaved, bagged popcorn can do the job in a pinch, sometimes you simply crave something a little fancier. There are many different options on the market today that exist if you want to gift someone a popcorn machine, so there’s a style for every movie lover!
If your recipient lives in an apartment or doesn’t have a lot of space, then a collapsible, microwavable popcorn maker could be an option that allows them to decide the flavouring without taking up too much space. If they have a bit of extra room, then a stovetop popcorn machine might be the perfect alternative!
If your movie lover doubles as a true popcorn lover, then they’d likely adore to receive a cinema-style popcorn maker that they can proudly display in their kitchen.
If you decide to go this route, then be sure to include a starter kit with kernels, popcorn salt and your oil of choice!
2. Streaming service subscription
While nothing beats a heart-thumping theatrical experience, gifting a streaming service subscription helps your movie lover explore new releases and good ‘ol classics from the comfort of home between their exhilarating D-BOX-powered theater visits.
Think annual subscriptions to services like Netflix, Max, or Paramount+. This way, they can watch their favorite films from wherever and whenever, when life gets too busy for a theater trip.
3. Cocktails of the Movies book
Featuring nearly 80 of the world’s most famous on-screen cocktails, this Cocktails of the Movies book by Will Francis and Stacey Marsh is a must-have for any movie lover!
Whether they prefer to cozy up by themselves or host grand movie-watching parties, this book will serve up all the recipes they need to accompany classic titles such as Murder on the Orient Express, The Blues Brothers and more. Not only is each page filled with a new recipe, but each drink in the book is accompanied by a brief history of the drink as well as by a synopsis of its scene in the movie!
No matter the genre and no matter the age (well, at least of the legal drinking age), Cocktails of the Movies is the perfect addition to any movie lovers’ collection.
4. Movie genre candles
Something about clove, suede, and cinnamon just brings out a horror film's essence. At least, that’s what A24 x Joya Movie Genre Candles thinks. This film and candle company duo created an entire line of candles that match up–pretty well, in our opinion–to different movie genres.
Fantasy, Thriller, Western, you name it, and there’s a scented candle that goes perfectly with each one. We promise, your movie lover will go nuts over these genre collection candles.
It’s a fun surprise to set the atmosphere for your movie lover’s cinema night and enhance the overall storyline. Grab one, two, or a few… tie a nice ribbon around them with a card, and cross off your movie lover’s gift from your holiday list–it’s an unforgettable present idea!
5. Monopoly Wicked Edition board game
With Wicked: For Good defying gravity at the box office this holiday season, this Monopoly Wicked Edition board game is the perfect gift for eager movie fans.
It’s an enchanting twist on the original Monopoly game, transporting players to the Land of Oz, where they can play with iconic tokens from the movie, including Elphaba's hat and Glinda's crown. And instead of houses and hotels, players build Munchkin Homes and Emerald Castles, all while collecting Ozian coins.
This special edition Monopoly game is a great way to extend the Wicked experience beyond the TV—though if we’re being honest, nothing quite matches seeing the film in D-BOX seats where you'll feel every magical moment as Elphaba takes flight!
6. Ticket stub memory box
Movie buffs usually have one thing in common–they love reminiscing on a great film. Whether they saw an unforgettable screening or blockbuster premiere, they typically have some sort of sentimental attachment to it.
This is where a ticket stub memory box comes in handy. Your movie lover can start displaying their ticket stub keepsakes and turn them into a lasting memory that also serves as an aesthetic piece of decor in their home. You can even add a personal touch to this gift by including a handwritten note inside the box or an old movie ticket stub from something you’ve both seen together.
7. Top 100 scratch off poster
Perfect for the classic movie lover, you can give the gift of the ultimate movie “bucket list” with this top 100 all-time movies scratch-off poster!
As they watch each movie on the poster, they’ll scratch off the title to reveal a fun illustration depicting something in the film.
Not only does this poster look good, but it’s also a great conversation starter among friends! Their guests are sure to comment on the movies they’ve seen, which ones they want to see and more.
Once the entire poster has been watched and scratched off, the recipient can frame the gift and proudly display their accomplishment!
8. Masterclass subscription
If your movie lover is enthusiastic about every part of the movie-making process, then a Masterclass subscription could be well worth their while!
For those who may not know, Masterclass is a platform that allows subscribers to take classes from world-renowned experts on countless different subjects, film included.
With a Masterclass subscription, the recipient can learn about directing from Ron Howard, Independent filmmaking from Spike Lee, voice acting from Nancy Cartwright, filmmaking from James Cameron and more. This will allow your loved one to delve deeper into the world of filmmaking and all that goes into it in a unique an interactive manner!
As a bonus, a Masterclass membership comes with every single Masterclass there is—meaning that there’s even more to learn about other than just the world of film.
9. Book of Movies: The essential 1000 films to see
Published by the New York Times, the Book of Movies is basically a bucket list put on paper for movie lovers!
Featuring New York Times reviews of arguably the best and most influential movies, lists of the best movies by genre and year as well as how to watch them in the age of digital streaming, this book is a one-stop shop for all movie essentials.
10. Local cinema gift cards with the premium D-BOX experience
You can gift your movie lover the ultimate theatrical experience with a local cinema gift card that will cover a D-BOX premium experience as well as their snacks of choice!
The D-BOX experience will further immerse them in the content of the movie with high-fidelity haptic feedbacking stimulating their mind as well as their entire body in a way that is perfectly synchronized with the action-on screen. You can find D-BOX theaters in more than 40 countries thanks to partners such as Cinemark, Cineplex, CMX Cinemas, Maya Cinemas, Cinesa, Hoyts and many more!
You can even go a step further with this gift and purchase the tickets directly if the movie will be playing during the holidays. Or, if there’s a movie you know they want to see hitting the big screen soon, then print a fake ticket as placeholder and wrap that instead! Be sure to check out all the great D-BOX films coming soon!
You can find a D-BOX theater near you using this interactive map.
11. Movie night snack box
It’s a fact: Every movie should come with mouth-watering theater-style snacks. And thanks to creative businesses like The Care Crate Co. and SnackBOX—which feature classic candies, buttery popcorn, and nostalgic snacks—every at-home movie night instantly transforms into a theater-worthy event.
We personally love that The Care Crate Co. includes different combos and snack styles to fit every movie lover’s preference. On the flip side, SnackBOX offers the option to gift the box as a monthly or weekly subscription—the cherry on top for die-hard movie buffs.
12. Portable projector
If your movie lover is looking to up their home theater game (link to home theater blog), then you can give them the gift of a giant screen in a pocket-sized projector!
Projectors such as the Kodak Ultra Mini Portable Projector can project cinema-sized screens on any wall or screen, or even on your ceiling for in-bed watching.
A projector like this allows the recipient to enjoy the content they want, anywhere they want, with or without a big TV screen. With a tiny but powerful projector, movie night can also easily be moved outside!
