This season’s M&M’s Holiday Blend packs feature characters from three classic Christmas movies, and the candy is only part of the deal. Buy three packs in one checkout, and you can claim one of those films to watch at home, as long as you follow a few rules on timing and receipts.
The packs come from a team-up between M&M’s and Warner Bros. Global Consumer Products, and your movie choices are “A Christmas Story,” “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation” and “Elf.” Allison Miazga-Bedrick, a marketing vice president at Mars Snacking, said the brand is bringing “the fun and nostalgia of these iconic holiday films to the snack aisle.”
Shoppers Like Holiday Candy That Looks the Part
A recent survey found that plenty of candy shoppers go for this kind of seasonal treat. Of the people surveyed, 89% said they like treats that reflect a holiday through flavors, shapes, characters or packaging. And 84% said limited-time items encourage them to buy before they’re gone.
How to Claim Your Movie
To qualify, buy three participating Holiday Blend packs in one transaction between Nov. 1 and Dec. 31. Purchases you’ve already made this month count, as long as you submit the receipt by Dec. 31.
Upload a photo of your receipt, and after approval, you’ll get a Fandango Stream promo code. The code lets you pick one of the three movies through a free Fandango account, and you don’t need a subscription. You can stream the film or download it to your TV or another device.
Check the Fine Print Before You Shop
Each receipt earns one code, and each household can claim up to three. The code expires Jan. 31, 2027, and only U.S. residents can take part. You may also have to pay taxes separately, so read the full offer terms before you head out.
What’s in the Holiday Blend Packs
The packs hold red and green candies in milk chocolate and peanut, across six designs featuring characters such as Buddy the Elf and Ralphie. M&M’s says the collection is in stores nationwide now while supplies last. What you find may vary by retailer.
2 Recipes for Movie Night
If you want something homemade for the movie, the brand suggests milk and cookie cups that Buddy the Elf would approve of. Its eggnog snowball cookies take their cue from a Griswold family Christmas. Each one hides an M&M’s and an eggnog truffle inside chocolate shortbread.
Keep the Original Receipt
Hang on to the original receipt once you’ve bought your three packs. The offer won’t accept a receipt you’ve written out or recreated yourself, so take a clear photo of the real thing before you toss it. After that, all that’s left is picking your movie and deciding who gets the good spot on the couch.