5 Reasons Why Maine’s Drive-In Movie Theaters Are the Ultimate Throwback

From the 50s through the 80s, drive-in movie theaters were in just about every town in Maine. Then the VCR was invented, and they slowly disappeared one by one. At one time, there were 49 drive-in movie theaters in Maine. Today, there are only four left.

What makes a drive-in movie theater so special? Here are 5 reasons why Maine drive-in movie theaters are the ultimate throwback.

1. You Watch the Movie in Your Car

You get your own private seating just by finding a spot to park in front of the big screen. I saw Star Wars for the first time in 1977 at the Norway Drive-In, sitting there in awe at what I was watching with a giant grocery bag full of popcorn.

2. Great Food

Unlike indoor movie theaters, drive-ins typically have a greater selection of food. Instead of just candy, popcorn and soda, you can have a slice of pizza or even the whole pie. Hamburgers, french fries, and ice cream too.

3. You Get To Watch Two Movies

Most drive-in theaters show two movies, not just one. In the case of the Bridgton Twin Drive-In, they offer four movies, showing two on each screen. Just pick the two movies you want to watch and park.

4. Bring Your Pets

In some cases, drive-in theaters allow you to bring pets in your car. That makes you not have to worry when Fido has to pee when being left home alone for over four hours.

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5. Bring Your Own Food and Drink.

In most cases, drive-in movie theaters allow you to bring in your own food, drinks, and snacks. Try walking into an indoor theater with your arms full of soda, popcorn, and candy.