Frank Rondel
Dune: Part Three popcorn buckets have been unveiled by AMC Theatres, bringing 2 unusual sandworm designs to cinemas ahead of the December 18, 2026 premiere. The new collectibles include a double-opening container and a mechanical thumper, as reported by customreceipt.com.
The announcement follows the extraordinary popularity of AMC’s 2024 sandworm bucket, which became an internet sensation. This time, the theater chain appears determined to turn the viral joke into another merchandising success.
What Do the New Dune 3 Popcorn Buckets Look Like?
AMC has introduced 2 distinctive collectibles inspired by the giant sandworms of Arrakis.
- Double Sandworm: Features 2 sandworm mouths positioned side by side, allowing moviegoers to share popcorn.
- Sandworm Thumper: Combines a single sandworm-shaped container with a moving mechanism inspired by the Fremen’s worm-summoning device.
According to Delish, both designs have already sparked widespread jokes online.
The Double Sandworm has attracted particular attention because of its suggestive appearance. Meanwhile, the working thumper mechanism gives the second collectible an unusual interactive feature.
Why Are Fans Laughing at AMC’s New Sandworm Designs?
The original Dune: Part Two popcorn bucket became famous for its provocative resemblance to an adult novelty product.
AMC’s latest creations have revived those comparisons. Social media users are praising the marketing team’s creativity while joking about the increasingly outrageous designs.
Some fans have also expressed genuine excitement about collecting the new merchandise.
When Will AMC’s Dune 3 Popcorn Buckets Be Available?
The AMC Dune 3 popcorn buckets are expected to arrive at participating US theaters on December 17, ahead of the film’s theatrical release.
The collectibles will also be offered through Odeon cinemas in Europe. Official prices have not yet been announced.
Directed by Denis Villeneuve, Dune: Part Three opens December 18, 2026, with Timothée Chalamet returning as Paul Atreides.
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