By Sarah Barkley January 2, 2026 All too often, a movie night with teens starts with complaints and results in everyone staring at their phones before the movie ends, but it doesn’t have to be that way! With some genius movie night ideas, a little intention, fun themes, favorite snacks, and interactive choices, everyone can stay engaged and make meaningful memories. These movie night ideas are great for friend groups, sleepovers , and family nights, so you can implement the ideas and tweak them