How to Host the Perfect Movie Night

We all love movie nights, a great way to unwind and experience awesome entertainment. Watching movies is more fun together which is why these kinds of nights can be so much fun. If you want your movie night to be just perfect, it’s worth doing a little planning. To help you with the organization, these easy tips will help.

1 . Select the movies carefully

The first step to hosting the perfect movie night is to carefully select the movies. You’ll need to think abou which genres you’re going for? And the kind of films that your guests like. You might choose to stick to one genre, for example a horror movie night? Or switch between different genres, from horror to romcom? It all depends on the vibe you’re looking to create, and your preferences.

2. The biggest screen you got

Everyone knows that horror movies look the best on a big screen. When you’re hosting a movie night you’ll want to find the biggest screen you can. A projector screen is always a great option for a film night, so if you can get your hands on one of these, all the better! It’s best to test out your equipment beforehand, (the last thing you want is for your guests to arrive and to find out it doesn’t work)!

3. Food & movie snacks 

One of the most important parts of a movie night is of course choosing the food and snacks. Pizza and nachos are the ultimate go-to movie food, but you might have a few neat ideas of your own. Popcorn is a classic, but maybe you’re in the mood for something different? If you can’t think of any fun ideas, there are plenty of fun movie snack recipes online.

4. Add in a few games 

When you’re having a real movie marathon you’ll need to take a break between the movies. And what should you do during these breaks? Games are certainly the answer! You might play movie themed card games, or create your very own movie themed quiz. Don’t forget to chuck in a few prizes, to make things more fun. If you’re feeling a tad adventurous, why not check out some movie themed drinking games? Watching movies is of course the main event, but it’s nice to have some games to play too.

If you’re not sure which kinds of games to play, take a look at these super fun movie inspired games. There are lots of options to get the party started.

5. Plenty of comfy seats

When you’re hosting a movie night, seating matters! You’ll need to ensure that you have enough places to seat for everyone. There should be plenty of comfy seats, some garden benches, and maybe a few blankets too? It’s important that everyone is as comfortable as possible, to ensure you all enjoy the movie.

Movie nights are the perfect vibe for any occasion whether it’s a birthday, or you just want to get your friends together. Doing a bit of planning first can help you turn the occasion into a real event. Outdoor home cinema experiences are also a fun option.

6. Stream or download

Once you’ve chosen the movies you’d like to watch you’ll need to find them on your favorite streaming sites. If you’re looking for a niche film, and it’s not on Amazon or Netflix, try checking out a torrent site. These sites allow you to download just about any movie you can think of. You can also find audiobook torrenting sites, if you’re keen to download some audiobooks.

Getting prepared beforehand will make sure that you watch something awesome. There are so many bad movies out there- the last night you want is all your guests falling asleep! Before you make a choice it’s always good to check out a few movie reviews.

7. Gather your friends

Last step, once you’ve got everything organized it’s time to gather your friends. When you’re hosting a movie night make sure that you give people plenty of notice, this way, people will be more likely to make the date. Everyone is so busy these days, so it’s better to schedule everything in advance!

Using these easy tips you’ll plan the perfect movie night for you and your friends. Movie nights are the perfect way to kickback, relax, and watch some truly epic films. Whether you’re planning a romcom night or a thriller movie night, there are lots of options to have a good time. If you’re planning on watching a few tear jerkers, don’t forget to bring the tissues!