Q: A new poll looked at what the rules are in 2024 when it comes to movie theater etiquette.  What is the #1 thing you should never do at a movie? (You have to get it precisely)

A: FaceTiming someone during the movie.  Only 4% think it’s okay.

2.  Leaving trash behind when you leave.
3.  Taking a phone call.

4.  Revealing a plot point out loud before it happens.  6% think that’s fine?

5.  Putting your feet up on the seat in front of you.

6.  Bringing your dog, unless it’s a service animal.

7.  Eating or drinking loudly.

8.  Talking at full volume during the movie.  11%, or one in nine people, think it’s okay.

9.  Taking photos, or recording video.

10.  Yelling at a stranger because THEY did something rude.  17% say it’s okay to do. 

At the other end of the spectrum:  92% say it’s okay to get up and use the bathroom during a movie . . . 86% are fine with people applauding at the end . . . and 80% say it’s okay to leave before the movie ends if you don’t like it.

 Things we’re more split on:  Saving seats, 58% say it’s okay . . . texting, 36% . . . making out with someone, 32% . . . and taking your shoes off, 24%.

 Last stat:  Most Americans now think it’s okay to sneak your own food in.  56% say it’s acceptable . . . 27% say no way . . . and 17% aren’t sure. 

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