Movie Candy Dispenser Appraisal

M&M's 'At The Movies' In 3-D Candy Dispenser

This is a vintage collectible M&M's brand candy dispenser featuring the iconic Red and Yellow characters in a movie theater setting. The item is manufactured by Mars, Inc. and is housed in its original retail display packaging. The physical construction consists of molded plastic components. The Red character is depicted wearing 3-D glasses and giving a thumbs-up, while the Yellow character appears startled with hands raised. They are seated on a blue plastic theater bench, flanking a striped popcorn tub that serves as the candy receptacle. The dispenser functions via a mechanical lever action, typical of early 2000s promotional M&M's merchandise. The packaging features a 'film strip' graphic design with vibrant red, white, and black colors and includes a 'Caution: Choking Hazard' warning. The condition of the item itself appears to be excellent or 'New Old Stock' (NOS) within the box, though the outer cardboard packaging shows visible shelf wear, including blunted corners and minor creases along the edges and the clear plastic window. There are no signs of plastic yellowing or UV damage. The item has an original net weight of 5.60 ounces (158.8g). This piece represents a significant era of cross-promotional confectionery marketing and is highly sought after by brand memorabilia collectors.