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Matinee Popcorn Machine with Cart - 8oz Popper with Stainless-Steel Kettle, Warming Light, and Accessories by Great Northern Popcorn (Black)

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  • 8 OZ POPCORN MACHINE - The party-ready Matinee popcorn maker produces up to 3 gallons (48 cups) per batch in minutes, with a built-in kettle stirrer, a reject tray to collect un-popped kernels, and a heated deck to keep popcorn fresh and hot for hours.
  • DETACHABLE POPCORN CART - The perfectly portable popcorn machine cart features 13.3in bicycle-style wheels, a storage supply cabinet, and a large working shelf. Set up a popcorn stand at your next party or display this stylish movie theater popcorn machine in your den.
  • EASY TO USE - The 3-switch design lets you use the kettle heater, stirrer, and warming light independently, popping up a tasty batch of everyone’s favorite salty treat in just minutes. To clean, simply wipe the interior with a damp cloth.
  • QUALITY MATERIALS - GNP has been selling superior popcorn poppers for home use for over 10 years, using only the best materials. This electric popcorn popper features tempered glass food zones for safety and a powerful 850-watt stainless-steel kettle.
  • PRODUCT DETAILS - Materials: Tempered Glass, Stainless-Steel, and Metal. Dimensions: (L) 26.2” x (W) 19.2” x (H) 55.8”; Tires: 13.3" Diameter; Weight: 42.4lbs. 850W, 120V. 60W Warming Light. Includes Measuring Cups, Scoop, 50 Popcorn Bags, and 3 Popcorn Buckets. Color: Black.
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Brand Great Northern Popcorn Company
Color Black
Capacity 8 ounces
Special Feature Antique Style Popcorn Popper
Material Tempered Glass, Stainless Steel, Metal
Product Dimensions 20.6"L x 19.6"W x 56.5"H
Included Components Great Northern Popcorn Black Matinee Movie 8 oz. Ounce Bar Style Antique Popcorn Machine
Is Electric Yes
Global Trade Identification Number 00613103010212
UPC 613103010212
Item Weight 48.7 pounds
Department Cookware
Manufacturer Great Northern Popcorn
ASIN B003WK4APQ
Country of Origin China
Item model number 6084 Matinee Movie Black 8 Ounce
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Best Sellers Rank #62,381 in Kitchen & Dining (See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining)
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Date First Available July 20, 2010

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Bring the flavor and the fun of the movie theater experience to your own home with the Matinee Popcorn Machine 8 oz Popper with Cart by Great Northern Popcorn. This large but portable pop corn machine comes with a detachable two-wheeled cart and features a party-ready output, producing up to 3 gallons (48 cups) per batch in minutes — but don’t worry, it can whip up smaller batches for a cozy movie night, too. Cleaning this popcorn popper machine is easy: the reject kernel tray collects un-popped kernels for disposal, and the interior of the machine can simply be wiped down with a damp cloth. The Matinee popcorn machine maker is the perfect popper for any family, and perfectly giftable, too, featuring a quality stainless-steel kettle with a built-in stirrer, tempered glass food zones for safety, and a nostalgic appearance that will look great whether you use it at parties or display the popcorn machine stand in your family room to accent other home theater accessories. IMPORTANT: Great Northern Popcorn is committed to providing the consumer with the absolute best price and value on all of our products. NOTE: This is an exclusive product of Great Northern Popcorn and ONLY Popcorn Makers for Home by Great Northern Popcorn are GUARANTEED to be genuine. Avoid buying counterfeit products and transacting with unauthorized sellers.


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Matinee 8 oz Popcorn Popper Machine with Cart by Great Northern Popcorn

Great Northern Popcorn has been providing an assortment of superior popcorn machines for home use for over 10 years, using only the best materials. The Matinee 8-ounce popcorn maker machine features durable tempered glass food zones for safety, a powerful 850-watt stainless-steel kettle, and a 60W warming light to keep your salty snack hot and fresh. This old fashioned popcorn machine with stand will add a fun retro touch to your family room, man cave, or basement decor. Whether you’re throwing a party or enjoying a family movie night, this standing popcorn machine has your snack time covered.

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Popping up a big batch of everyone’s favorite salty treat is easier than ever with this popcorn maker cart. The simple 3-switch design lets you use the kettle heater, stirrer, and warming light independently, producing up to 3 gallons (48 cups) in just minutes— but don’t worry, it can also whip up smaller batches for a cozy movie night. To clean, simply wipe the interior with a damp cloth.

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Popcorn Machine on Wheels

This electric popcorn popper combines a party-ready output with a portable design, featuring bicycle-style wheels for easy transportation and a nostalgic look that’s perfect for displaying as movie theater décor in your family room or basement rec room, so finding the perfect spot to store or display this vintage popcorn machine is easy.

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This popcorn maker machine kit comes with everything you need to get popping, except the kernels (we recommend using Great Northern Popcorn’s all-in-one popcorn packs, sold separately). This popcorn machine with stand comes with measuring cups, a serving scoop, 50 popcorn bags, and 3 popcorn buckets. Retro appliances like this movie theater popcorn machine make a great housewarming gift or Christmas present for families, couples, and popcorn lovers.

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Customers love the popcorn machine's flavor, with one noting it matches movie theater quality, and they find it works well and has a great look. The assembly instructions receive mixed feedback - while some find it super easy to put together, others say the instructions are intentionally hidden. The machine's sturdiness and size also get mixed reviews, with some finding it well-made while others note the steel is the thinnest possible grade, and while some appreciate the nice size, others find it too small. The ease of cleaning and value for money are also mixed aspects, with some finding it relatively easy to clean and worth the asking price, while others disagree.

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141 customers mention "Flavor"126 positive15 negative

Customers love the flavor of the popcorn made by this machine, with one customer noting it's just like movie theater popcorn.

"This is our favorite popcorn pack. It tastes good and is so easy to use. No measuring, buying messy oils or flavorings, everything is included." Read more

"Great popcorn! Pops great in my popcorn maker." Read more

"This is a great popcorn machine. We bought it for our home theater. It's ideal when we invite friends over because it makes a big batch of popcorn...." Read more

"...-If you follow the directions, you will get delicious movie-theater grade popcorn. Some gripes with the product itself:..." Read more

63 customers mention "Functionality"56 positive7 negative

Customers find that the popcorn machine works well, with one customer specifically noting that the warming light functions effectively.

"Great quality. Gave this out for trick or treaters... worked out perfectly." Read more

"...The cart is fragile but functional. Yoy can transport the unit mounted to the cart but need to go slowly...." Read more

"...It looks nice and works like it should, however, no matter what I try, it doesn't produce the tender, tasty popcorn that my previous popper did...." Read more

"...It makes great popcorn and works wonderfully. My only reason for giving it only 4 stars instead of 5 is due to the quality of the machine...." Read more

61 customers mention "Looks"49 positive12 negative

Customers like the appearance of the popcorn machine, describing it as a showpiece with a cute nostalgic flare, and one customer mentions it's a nice addition to their family room.

"...If you move slowly and deliberate it'll work fine. The cart is for looks and is not designed for commercial use of frequently being moved...." Read more

"...Pretty easy assembly & it looks great! Easy to use." Read more

"...-The finish and graphics on the outside of the unit look nice and were in great shape...." Read more

"...It looks nice and works like it should, however, no matter what I try, it doesn't produce the tender, tasty popcorn that my previous popper did...." Read more

93 customers mention "Assembly instructions"53 positive40 negative

Customers have mixed experiences with the popcorn machine's assembly: while some find it super easy to put together and use, others report that the instructions are intentionally hidden and difficult to follow.

"This is our favorite popcorn pack. It tastes good and is so easy to use. No measuring, buying messy oils or flavorings, everything is included." Read more

"The cart was fiddly to assemble, and it feels like they made this model as cheaply as possible without hindering functionality...." Read more

"...The unit goes together fairly easily using the included wretches but you'll still need a Phillips head screwdriver...." Read more

"...Pretty easy assembly & it looks great! Easy to use." Read more

52 customers mention "Sturdiness"22 positive30 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the popcorn machine's sturdiness, with some finding it well made and theater quality, while others note that parts feel flimsy and the steel is the thinnest possible grade.

"...Some of the parts feel a bit flimsy, but not so much that it doesn't do exactly what it says on the tin...." Read more

"Great quality. Gave this out for trick or treaters... worked out perfectly." Read more

"...The other issue with the kettle lid is that due to the super thin material, the lids are so light that the first few serious pops blow them to the..." Read more

"...No broken parts or major scratches. The bulb and glass survived. Be sure you align the screw holes when putting on the sides...." Read more

47 customers mention "Ease of cleaning"19 positive28 negative

Customers have mixed experiences with cleaning the popcorn machine, with some finding it relatively easy while others report it's not fun to clean.

"...became wobbly and I have to keep tightening them, this popper is difficult to clean, and no matter what, I cannot get the labeled parts stickers off..." Read more

"...The bigger pot makes it easier to clean and I can cook anywhere between 4 to 8 ounces at once...." Read more

"...It’s not easy to clean but it is worth it. I am very happy with my purchase!" Read more

"...that can be quickly removed with no tools, which makes for *relatively* easy cleaning...." Read more

47 customers mention "Size"16 positive31 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the popcorn machine's size, with some finding it nice while others say it's a bit small.

"...-The kettle lid fits so loosely (likely to ease assembly at the factory) that the cam on the stirrer shaft can't reach the lid to close it while..." Read more

"...I glad I chose the 8 Oz. It's not too big for the countertop or being mounted to the cart near my TV...." Read more

"...You start with the bottom holder box. (Book is microscopic, small and still is not detailed enough) with that. I began as the book shows...." Read more

"...Popped kernels fell out while popping due to the glass door not being snug (design flaw)...." Read more

42 customers mention "Value for money"23 positive19 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the popcorn machine's value for money, with some finding it worth the asking price while others describe it as fairly cheap.

"For the price, this is a "pretty good" value, but you are not paying for a high-end item here. First the positives:..." Read more

"...The cart is for looks and is not designed for commercial use of frequently being moved. But it is functional...." Read more

"...It’s not easy to clean but it is worth it. I am very happy with my purchase!" Read more

"...no regrets about buying this popcorn machine and feel it was well worth the money and we will definitely get our use out of it ...." Read more

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Great value, works well
After a long search and debate I settled on this 8oz model. I was initially considering a 4 Oz, but after reading various reviews on 4 Oz models, I thought that it would be too tight on the interior of the cabinet for maneuvering and cleaning and it only had two switches which meant that you can't turn off just the heat. I saw this same unit in a 6 Oz version with 3 switches on the manufacturer website and thought, let's get that one, but one last search on Amazon I found this 8 Oz unit that includes the cabinet for $20 more and free Prime shipping The unit goes together fairly easily using the included wretches but you'll still need a Phillips head screwdriver. Instructions are in the box with the pot. It was packaged very well. No broken parts or major scratches. The bulb and glass survived. Be sure you align the screw holes when putting on the sides. Only one side, righthand side will align the holes for the shelf. Make sure you assemble the handle first before putting the sides and back panels together. Otherwise you'll end up taking it apart again in order to mount the unit to the cart. The cart is fragile but functional. Yoy can transport the unit mounted to the cart but need to go slowly. It's top heavy and the cart is not very sturdy. If you move slowly and deliberate it'll work fine. The cart is for looks and is not designed for commercial use of frequently being moved. But it is functional. Mounting of the doors could've been better as there is a gap between the and the unit, wide enough for popcorn to shoot out, but after 4 uses, it only happened once. ⚠️ Caution ⚠️ The edges of the cart handle/shelf are incredibly sharp due to the thin gaged sheet metal used to construct it. I purchased rubber U channel to go along the edges. I'm surprised they have not been sued. I glad I chose the 8 Oz. It's not too big for the countertop or being mounted to the cart near my TV. The bigger pot makes it easier to clean and I can cook anywhere between 4 to 8 ounces at once. Having the ability to turn off the heat while the turner is still rotating allows you to cut off the heat early when popping multiple pops in a row. This allows the turner to keep turn the kernels while the remaining ones pop preventing them from burning 🔥. Overall it is a decent unit for the price. There are better carts, but they cost more. These 8 Oz poppers all function the same and likely came from the same Chinese factory. The difference in the looks (Top portion, cart style and color). I actually wanted the one with the word Popcorn on one side that get lit up by the light, but quickly discovered that will only be useful if It's not up against a wall because the Popcorn window faces the opposite side of all controls and access door. This one looks a little more discreet. I also noticed that some versions have two handles and 1 shelf, where this one has a single handle with integrated shelf. The shelf does come in handy but two handles aren't necessary. If they both had an integrated shelf that would be different. Cooking suggestions, follow the Popcorn brand instructions. However, here's a grateful tip. Add your oil and 3 kernels. As soon as the third kernel pops immediately add your kernels and salt. This will help lower then number of unpopped kernels. I had some kernels that I thought were no good. Too chewy, too many unpopped kernels. I changed my approach and nearly all kernels popped, the popped kernels were bigger and crisper than previously. I use virgin olive and Ghee together to get that buttery taste. But I also use what movie theater use Flavacol popcorn seasoning 1/2 teaspoon is all you need for 6 to 8 Oz of raw kernels. However, I use the Gold Medal Premier Flavacol as it does not have artifical colors yellow #5 and yellow #6 food coloring. It does have artifical butter flavoring which has been found not good to breathe in. I used it when I have guests, otherwise I just use more Ghee and regular popcorn salt (clarified butter than coconut oil). Do not use regular butter in these poppers, it will burn. Overall I'm happy despite the "cut finger" hazard on the handle assembly. YMMV
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  • Reviewed in the United States on March 30, 2025
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    This is our favorite popcorn pack. It tastes good and is so easy to use. No measuring, buying messy oils or flavorings, everything is included.
  • Reviewed in the United States on March 10, 2022
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    I researched endlessly. With reading multiple reviews, every concern I had was reassured! I’m so happy we bought it!. Product was delivered on time. Packaged well. No damage. Assembly was fairly simple. Took about 1 hour. Came with 25 paper popcorn sacks, 4 washable plastic popcorn cups, measuring scoops and a metal popcorn scoop like you see at the theaters! I bought the popcorn packets as suggested through Amazon..the ALL-N-ONE premium tri-pak by Great Northern. It comes 25 tri l-paks to a box. Each tri packet includes popcorn, season salt and coconut oil. Turn on all three switches when starting. I warm up the kettle pot for about 3 min. I added the oil first to let it melt. Note: The oil will be solid kind of like a stick of butter. Don’t be concerned. Just let it melt completely. Then I poured in the salt and kernels. At some point you’ll start hearing a sizzle because the kernels are getting hot. Give it about 7-8 min to start popping and soon after you’ll have your popcorn!! I also purchased the At The Movies Popcorn liquid butter flavored topping!! OMG!! No kidding…hands down the best popcorn made at home!! Ever!! We will never buy the microwave stuff ever again and this is so much healthier! Clean up can be tedious but all in all it took me about 15 min tops to wipe it all down and ready for next time. The kettle slides in and out with no hassle. Make sure you unplug it from the inside when taking it out. I did not use any soap when cleaning it. The oil residue after cooking made for simple wiping with a dry dish towel. No soap was needed. I was nervous and skeptical before purchase….and now I realize I stressed for nothing. It’s pretty easy and delicious and the kids think it’s the coolest thing to have in the house!!
    The “risk” was worth it for us. No regrets!! We are so pleased!
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  • Reviewed in the United States on March 11, 2025
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    Great popcorn! Pops great in my popcorn maker.
  • Reviewed in the United States on April 15, 2023
    After a long search and debate I settled on this 8oz model. I was initially considering a 4 Oz, but after reading various reviews on 4 Oz models, I thought that it would be too tight on the interior of the cabinet for maneuvering and cleaning and it only had two switches which meant that you can't turn off just the heat. I saw this same unit in a 6 Oz version with 3 switches on the manufacturer website and thought, let's get that one, but one last search on Amazon I found this 8 Oz unit that includes the cabinet for $20 more and free Prime shipping
    The unit goes together fairly easily using the included wretches but you'll still need a Phillips head screwdriver. Instructions are in the box with the pot.

    It was packaged very well. No broken parts or major scratches. The bulb and glass survived.

    Be sure you align the screw holes when putting on the sides. Only one side, righthand side will align the holes for the shelf. Make sure you assemble the handle first before putting the sides and back panels together. Otherwise you'll end up taking it apart again in order to mount the unit to the cart.

    The cart is fragile but functional. Yoy can transport the unit mounted to the cart but need to go slowly. It's top heavy and the cart is not very sturdy. If you move slowly and deliberate it'll work fine. The cart is for looks and is not designed for commercial use of frequently being moved. But it is functional.

    Mounting of the doors could've been better as there is a gap between the and the unit, wide enough for popcorn to shoot out, but after 4 uses, it only happened once.

    ⚠️ Caution ⚠️

    The edges of the cart handle/shelf are incredibly sharp due to the thin gaged sheet metal used to construct it. I purchased rubber U channel to go along the edges. I'm surprised they have not been sued.

    I glad I chose the 8 Oz. It's not too big for the countertop or being mounted to the cart near my TV. The bigger pot makes it easier to clean and I can cook anywhere between 4 to 8 ounces at once. Having the ability to turn off the heat while the turner is still rotating allows you to cut off the heat early when popping multiple pops in a row. This allows the turner to keep turn the kernels while the remaining ones pop preventing them from burning 🔥.

    Overall it is a decent unit for the price. There are better carts, but they cost more. These 8 Oz poppers all function the same and likely came from the same Chinese factory. The difference in the looks (Top portion, cart style and color). I actually wanted the one with the word Popcorn on one side that get lit up by the light, but quickly discovered that will only be useful if It's not up against a wall because the Popcorn window faces the opposite side of all controls and access door. This one looks a little more discreet. I also noticed that some versions have two handles and 1 shelf, where this one has a single handle with integrated shelf. The shelf does come in handy but two handles aren't necessary. If they both had an integrated shelf that would be different.

    Cooking suggestions, follow the Popcorn brand instructions. However, here's a grateful tip.

    Add your oil and 3 kernels. As soon as the third kernel pops immediately add your kernels and salt. This will help lower then number of unpopped kernels. I had some kernels that I thought were no good. Too chewy, too many unpopped kernels. I changed my approach and nearly all kernels popped, the popped kernels were bigger and crisper than previously. I use virgin olive and Ghee together to get that buttery taste. But I also use what movie theater use Flavacol popcorn seasoning 1/2 teaspoon is all you need for 6 to 8 Oz of raw kernels. However, I use the Gold Medal Premier Flavacol as it does not have artifical colors yellow #5 and yellow #6 food coloring. It does have artifical butter flavoring which has been found not good to breathe in. I used it when I have guests, otherwise I just use more Ghee and regular popcorn salt (clarified butter than coconut oil). Do not use regular butter in these poppers, it will burn.

    Overall I'm happy despite the "cut finger" hazard on the handle assembly. YMMV
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    4.0 out of 5 stars
    Great value, works well

    Reviewed in the United States on April 15, 2023
    After a long search and debate I settled on this 8oz model. I was initially considering a 4 Oz, but after reading various reviews on 4 Oz models, I thought that it would be too tight on the interior of the cabinet for maneuvering and cleaning and it only had two switches which meant that you can't turn off just the heat. I saw this same unit in a 6 Oz version with 3 switches on the manufacturer website and thought, let's get that one, but one last search on Amazon I found this 8 Oz unit that includes the cabinet for $20 more and free Prime shipping
    The unit goes together fairly easily using the included wretches but you'll still need a Phillips head screwdriver. Instructions are in the box with the pot.

    It was packaged very well. No broken parts or major scratches. The bulb and glass survived.

    Be sure you align the screw holes when putting on the sides. Only one side, righthand side will align the holes for the shelf. Make sure you assemble the handle first before putting the sides and back panels together. Otherwise you'll end up taking it apart again in order to mount the unit to the cart.

    The cart is fragile but functional. Yoy can transport the unit mounted to the cart but need to go slowly. It's top heavy and the cart is not very sturdy. If you move slowly and deliberate it'll work fine. The cart is for looks and is not designed for commercial use of frequently being moved. But it is functional.

    Mounting of the doors could've been better as there is a gap between the and the unit, wide enough for popcorn to shoot out, but after 4 uses, it only happened once.

    ⚠️ Caution ⚠️

    The edges of the cart handle/shelf are incredibly sharp due to the thin gaged sheet metal used to construct it. I purchased rubber U channel to go along the edges. I'm surprised they have not been sued.

    I glad I chose the 8 Oz. It's not too big for the countertop or being mounted to the cart near my TV. The bigger pot makes it easier to clean and I can cook anywhere between 4 to 8 ounces at once. Having the ability to turn off the heat while the turner is still rotating allows you to cut off the heat early when popping multiple pops in a row. This allows the turner to keep turn the kernels while the remaining ones pop preventing them from burning 🔥.

    Overall it is a decent unit for the price. There are better carts, but they cost more. These 8 Oz poppers all function the same and likely came from the same Chinese factory. The difference in the looks (Top portion, cart style and color). I actually wanted the one with the word Popcorn on one side that get lit up by the light, but quickly discovered that will only be useful if It's not up against a wall because the Popcorn window faces the opposite side of all controls and access door. This one looks a little more discreet. I also noticed that some versions have two handles and 1 shelf, where this one has a single handle with integrated shelf. The shelf does come in handy but two handles aren't necessary. If they both had an integrated shelf that would be different.

    Cooking suggestions, follow the Popcorn brand instructions. However, here's a grateful tip.

    Add your oil and 3 kernels. As soon as the third kernel pops immediately add your kernels and salt. This will help lower then number of unpopped kernels. I had some kernels that I thought were no good. Too chewy, too many unpopped kernels. I changed my approach and nearly all kernels popped, the popped kernels were bigger and crisper than previously. I use virgin olive and Ghee together to get that buttery taste. But I also use what movie theater use Flavacol popcorn seasoning 1/2 teaspoon is all you need for 6 to 8 Oz of raw kernels. However, I use the Gold Medal Premier Flavacol as it does not have artifical colors yellow #5 and yellow #6 food coloring. It does have artifical butter flavoring which has been found not good to breathe in. I used it when I have guests, otherwise I just use more Ghee and regular popcorn salt (clarified butter than coconut oil). Do not use regular butter in these poppers, it will burn.

    Overall I'm happy despite the "cut finger" hazard on the handle assembly. YMMV
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  • Reviewed in the United States on January 25, 2025
    Style: Popcorn Kernel PackVerified Purchase
    Great quality. Gave this out for trick or treaters... worked out perfectly.
  • Reviewed in the United States on September 17, 2024
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    This is a great popcorn machine. We bought it for our home theater. It's ideal when we invite friends over because it makes a big batch of popcorn. Pretty easy assembly & it looks great! Easy to use.
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    Simply the best home movie popcorn you can make! This machine is a monster. The kettle is a full 8 ounce capacity so 2 or 3 runs and you will fill your capacity of popcorn. Match this production to a near 700 Watt bulb to keep everything warm. Needless to say, do not touch that heating lamp. Recipe to make that perfect movie theatre popcorn: 1 ounce coconut oil (included large measuring scoop) + 1/2 cup of popcorn (included popcorn scooper) + a heaping 1/2 teaspoon of Flavacol (measuring spoon not included and a little of this stuff goes a long way). Mix oil & flavacol together and when hot, add your popcorn - really no need to add additional salt. Enjoy!

    My box arrived damaged but it is so well packed that it did not cause a scratch to my machine. I could not figure out how to remove a box they packed inside the popper and had to cut it up in pieces to retrieve the goods. The manual sucks. The manual is for a different model where they have handle bars on both sides (mine came with just 1 handle bar, exactly as shown on Amazon). The nuts and bolts are not numbered and you have to figure out where they all go. Luckily, you have very small holes, medium size holes and large holes so you can pretty well guess where each screw goes. I was tempted to downgrade the review to 4 stars due to this manual crap but the popcorn is just too damn good and have to leave this at 5 stars.
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    Great popcorn maker, manual does need a little updating,very hard to see diagram and screw sizes when putting it together, diagrams are really blurry. Price point could be a little lower for the overall size of this unit, seen bigger machines with cart for lower pricing then this unit. Overall a great starter unit and looks really good when setup.
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    Reviewed in Canada on January 21, 2021
    Great popcorn maker, manual does need a little updating,very hard to see diagram and screw sizes when putting it together, diagrams are really blurry. Price point could be a little lower for the overall size of this unit, seen bigger machines with cart for lower pricing then this unit. Overall a great starter unit and looks really good when setup.
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