It's become somewhat of a running joke that with each new blockbuster movie release, there's going to be some bizarre collectable popcorn bucket to go with it. Ever since that questionable Dune 'sandworm' (if you can even call it that) appeared on the scene, I've waited with bated breath to see what new monstrosities will pop up, and I'm elated to say Spider-Man: Brand New Day did not disappoint.
Whether intentional or not, the popcorn bucket design has caused a stir online thanks to its... lewd look. Should the internet get its collective mind out of the gutter? Perhaps. But that hasn't stopped many Spider-fans from pointing the finger. It begs the question: Did the designers know exactly what they were doing, or is it just one big happy accident?
Cinemark’s new Spider-Man popcorn bucket is going viral for all the wrong reasonsFans say the web-shooter design looks more suggestive than intended, with buyers meant to drink directly from the bucket’s web blast pic.twitter.com/Q3g8lzTiSRJune 21, 2026
The design in question replicated Spidey's hand, supposedly shooting a web. Made to replicate Spidey's signature move in action, the splash-like design of the nondescript milky substance has naturally raised some eyebrows. It's a prime example of a novel concept with some hilarious execution.
"Design team definitely didn’t see that coming. With great power comes great... awkward merch," one X user commented. "The designer knew. The manager knew. We all know," another speculated." One X user clearly agreed, writing, "anyone who actually lines up to buy this deserves the judgment they are going to get in the theater lobby."
For more strange popcorn bucket designs, check out Eminem's controversial snack container or take a look at the accidentally raunchy Wicked popcorn bucket that caused a stir online.
