As the summer movie season winds down, Alien: Romulus is poised to give sci-fi fans one last thrill before we head into the more serious fall film lineup. And while fans are excited for the latest entry in the Alien franchise, there’s another hot item that’s been generating buzz: the Alien: Romulus popcorn buckets. Yes, popcorn buckets have become one of the newest movie trends, and they’re more than just snack containers—they’re now coveted collectibles.
Source: Regal
With studios always looking for creative ways to make the most out of blockbuster releases, collectible merchandise has become an essential part of the moviegoing experience. For Alien: Romulus, three major theater chains—Cinemark, AMC, and Regal—have each rolled out their own exclusive popcorn buckets, but one, in particular, has fans scrambling to get their hands on it.
Regal’s Weyland Industries Popcorn Bucket Stands Out
Regal’s Alien: Romulus popcorn bucket is already emerging as the most sought-after item of the bunch. Unlike the offerings from Cinemark (a full xenomorph head) and AMC (a tin bucket with a Facehugger wrapped around it), Regal’s bucket takes a different approach. Designed to look like a Weyland Industries experiment canister, this bucket features green lights and a small Facehugger crawling across it. It’s more than just a novelty—collectors see it as a display-worthy item that could be a standout piece on any sci-fi enthusiast’s shelf.
If you’re wondering how to score one for yourself, the easiest route is to head straight to a Regal theater. Priced at $34.99, the bucket might seem a little steep at first, but when you consider that a standard popcorn at the movies runs around $10, the investment doesn’t seem quite so crazy. Plus, with its cool design and glowing lights, it’s clear that this bucket is more about the collectible value than serving as a practical snack holder.
Source: 20th Century Studios
A Popcorn Bucket for True Fans
One thing that’s been noted about Regal’s light-up bucket is that it could be a bit distracting if you’re using it during the actual movie. After all, who wants to be that person in the theater with a glowing bucket while others are trying to immerse themselves in the action on screen? But for those who are grabbing this bucket, the utility during the movie is probably secondary to its role as a collector’s item. How much popcorn it actually holds is almost irrelevant—you’re buying this for the design, not the extra buttery goodness.
The Growing Trend of Collectible Popcorn Buckets
While collectible popcorn buckets aren’t exactly new, they’ve exploded in popularity over the last couple of years. The hype really took off when the Dune: Part 2 bucket, designed to resemble a sandworm, went viral. Suddenly, everyone was talking about these quirky containers, with some even questioning their practicality. The cheeky buckets for Deadpool & Wolverine only added fuel to the fire, tapping into the same playful energy with buckets that embraced the movies' irreverent tones.
Now, it seems every major release comes with its own signature popcorn bucket, and collectors are faced with a new challenge—finding enough space to store them all. For the Alien fans out there, the Regal bucket is definitely the one to chase this time around, especially if you’re into the idea of having a light-up, sci-fi-inspired piece sitting on your shelf long after the movie ends.
So, if you’re planning to catch Alien: Romulus, why not treat yourself to a bucket that’s as memorable as the movie itself? Just be sure to grab it early—because with all the hype, these might sell out faster than a Facehugger can attach itself to its next victim.
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