The M3GAN popcorn bucket arrived at Universal Orlando, costing $34.99 with a free popcorn fill—just in time for Halloween Horror Nights 2025. We have a price update!

M3GAN popcorn bucket

Prepare to scream with delight—literally. Today, a chilling new accessory has landed at the Universal Studios Store in CityWalk Orlando: the M3GAN popcorn bucket. At $34.99 (tax not included), this killer collectible comes with your first fill of popcorn free. Yes, it’s every bit as delightfully creepy as it sounds.

M3GAN Popcorn Bucket

UPDATE (October 10, 2025): It looks like the M3GAN popcorn buckets are not selling well. They are now $14.99.

A Bucket to Die For

M3GAN Popcorn Bucket

This isn’t just any refillable snack container. The M3GAN popcorn bucket is modeled after the iconic horror doll M3GAN’s head, with strawberry-blonde hair, haunting blue eyes, and that unnervingly blank stare. Even better, it features a removable faceplate, revealing the sinister android machinery beneath. Just like in the films, when you pop off M3GAN’s face, you uncover the metal framework hidden underneath.

M3GAN popcorn bucket

M3GAN Popcorn Bucket: Why the Faces Are Taped Shut (and Why That’s Genius)

M3GAN popcorn bucket

If you’re curious why Universal Orlando Resort has taken to taping her face shut, you’re not alone. Still, the move is surprisingly smart. With HHN around the corner, crowds are already buzzing about merch. The taped faces create a theatrical tension, as if M3GAN is watching you, untethered and ready to reveal her true face at any moment. It’s a cheeky and a mood-setting nod to horror fans who thrive on suspense.

M3GAN popcorn bucket

Additionally, with Halloween Horror Nights 2025 set to open next week, this detail amps up the collectible’s scare factor. The taped faces subtly nod to that “you’re not ready yet” vibe…until you are.

Perfect Timing: HHN Is Right Around the Corner

M3GAN popcorn bucket

Universal Orlando’s signature scare-fest begins imminently, transforming the parks into nightmares brought to life. The event is complete with haunted houses, scare zones, and irresistible merch.

Notably, other horror-themed popcorn buckets are already on the scene: the “Art the Clown” bucket from Terrifier and the debut of Hamikuma, the zombie teddy bear, complete with its own adorable-yet-creepy popcorn bucket. The M3GAN popcorn bucket fits right into this creepy, collectible-loving landscape.

For more theme park-related news and information, visit MSM News. Just like with the Hello Kitty Chucky Popcorn Bucket, eat like you mean it!

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Jon Self

Jon Self is an avid theme park fan. You can follow him at @pastorjonself on X/ Twitter or Jon.Self.37 at Instagram. He has been writing and editing in the theme park media world for over a decade. He also writes for several "foodie" sites as well as in the faith-based world.