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Popcorn Bucket Collectors Drive $500 Spree at Theaters

4/6/2026

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Collectible popcorn buckets have surged in popularity, with over 15,000 members in a dedicated Facebook group.
Disney's simple 1990s designs sparked the trend toward the $80 Galactus bucket.
AMC and Cinemark capitalize on the trend by boosting attendance and merchandise sales.
Collectors camp out for new releases.
They also spend over $500 on their collections.

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Story summary

Collectible popcorn buckets have surged in popularity, with over 15,000 members in a dedicated Facebook group.
Disney's simple 1990s designs sparked the trend toward the $80 Galactus bucket.
AMC and Cinemark capitalize on the trend by boosting attendance and merchandise sales.
Collectors camp out for new releases.
They also spend over $500 on their collections.