On National Popcorn Day, we look back at how they became a movie theater staple

By Mackenzie Martin

Published January 19, 2025 at 6:30 AM CST

Sunday, January 19, is national popcorn day. A century ago, the ultimate movie snack was actually banned from theaters. A saleswoman in Kansas City Missouri helped create a new movie tradition.

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