From the 50s through the 80s, drive-in movie theaters were in just about every town in Maine. Then the VCR was invented, and they slowly disappeared one by one. At one time, there were 49 drive-in movie theaters in Maine. Today, there are only four left.

What makes a drive-in movie theater so special? Here are 5 reasons why Maine drive-in movie theaters are the ultimate throwback.

1. You Watch the Movie in Your Car Google Maps Bridgton Twin Drive-In - Google Maps loading...

You get your own private seating just by finding a spot to park in front of the big screen. I saw Star Wars for the first time in 1977 at the Norway Drive-In, sitting there in awe at what I was watching with a giant grocery bag full of popcorn.

2. Great Food Google Maps Saco Drive-In at Aquaboggan - Google M

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