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25 gadgets that will take your movie nights to the next level
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If you want to take your movie night up to the next level — whether you prefer screenings indoors or outdoors — it’s the perfect time to grab some great deals on electronics, home products, and more.
We’ve combed the offers and picked out some of the best Netflix-and-chill upgrades, from a new TV to popcorn makers. Read on for 25 of our best finds, below.
Upgrade any TV with a USB port into a smart TV with the Fire Stick, which gives you access to 4K UHD, Dolby Vision, HDR, and HDR10+. Dobby Atmos home theater audio, a universe of channels, and live TV — as well as music streaming — can all be accessed with this fairly magical device, too.
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Yes, watching a movie on your laptop is fine, but watching one on a TV is way, way better.
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Take the film screening outdoors with this top-rated projector meant for the outdoors — and a 100-inch screen, too.
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Whether it’s because you want options or because you have the munchies, this snack pack is here for you.
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Got the booze but not the tools? This cocktail shaker set has a built-in strainer, measuring jigger, stirrer spoon — and best of all, a shaker with a cocktail-making cheat sheet built-in (meaning you can get back to the movie faster).
Far more eco-friendly than using microwave bags each time, this popcorn popper just needs a quick wash once you’re done making a batch of buttery popcorn.
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Kids will either be cozy enough to stay awake or cozy enough to drift off in this snuggle blanket.
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Give a Disney movie night some fairy-tale ambiance with this easy-to-hang string of twinkle lights.
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Create a festive cinema theme over your bar area or kitchen counter for your next movie party.
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If you never know where your film screenings will take you, this portable projector allows you to screen anywhere, from the side of a building to a sheet hung up from a tree. It’s a great size for kids to bring over to friends’ places too.
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If you don’t have patience for stovetop methods but don’t want the oil or waste of microwave bags, these oil-free popcorn makers are a happy medium.
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Bean bags are still one of the most comfortable chairs to watch films from.
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This tent for two is a great pick for casual or beginning campers.
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If you want to upgrade your sound system but don’t have a grand to do it, no problem: This 4.5-star-rated Bluetooth Sony system is a great pick for rich bass and a theater-style auditory experience.
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If you’re going all-out with a home theater situation, these retro-looking lights are a throwback to old-school cinema house lights.
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An important part of taking your movie nights to the next level is the vibe — and that’s exactly what these marquee lights create.
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Movie-night guests will never say no to candies and cookies stored in cute glass jars. It’s just a fact.
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This unframed print is both a throwback to a great film — and a great way to set the movie-theater mood.
This Ninja air fryer will get your movie-night wings, fries, and other junk food (or veggies!) ready in a matter of minutes — and without the fuss of having to mess with an oven, pans, and lots and lots of oil.
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If your sofa isn’t comfy and you want to level up, it’s time to score a new one. This one has a high back so your back stays supported and a deep one-piece seat to sink into.
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Upgrade your outdoor movie-night seating with this 4.5-star-rated, sleek modern couch.
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Stash a few of these in the beer fridge by the basement TV the next time you want an escape — it’ll be a cool treat on a busy summer evening when watching a movie is the first time you’ve sat down all day.
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This wine fridge keeps the perfect bottle of viognier chilled and at hand when you’re hosting a movie night — meaning more room in the fridge for delicious snacks.
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Use these fringed pillows to make your existing outdoor sofa a little more comfortable.
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Nothing’s more romantic for a movie night with old classics than an equally iconic milkshake.
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