18 things you need to watch all your favorite TV shows
Grab some popcorn and settle in.
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When it's cold outside, the comfort of my couch sounds way more appealing than getting dressed up and freezing my butt off just to get an overpriced drink at a noisy, crowded bar. A.k.a cold weather seasons are my Netflix-and-chill season.
Whether you're watching the new season of Empire or binge-watching old episodes of The Office (John Krasinski will always have my heart), these are the products from Amazon that will make your TV-watching session that much better. Welcome to your Friday night plans.
1. This wildly popular popcorn maker
Microwave, butter, eat, repeat.
Reviews: 5,371 Rating: 4.8 stars
A movie night without popcorn is like a party without cake—what's the point? If you're one of those fancy people who buy bulk kernels instead of the cheaper pre-buttered bags, you can pop them in this microwaveable contraption that doubles as a bowl when it's finished. It has received rave reviews for being as easy to use as it is easy to clean and for its large capacity (it can make up to 15 cups in under four minutes).
Get the Hotpop Microwave Popcorn Popper for $14.90
2. The best streaming device
It's compatible with virtually every TV.
Reviews: 2,269 Rating: 4.3 stars
According to our experts, who have tested a variety of options, the Roku Ultra is the only streaming device you'll ever need. With 4K compatibility and a sleek voice-control remote, it took our testers less than 20 minutes to get hooked up and offers all the major streaming services like Netflix, Hulu, and HBO.
3. This cozy blanket with over 4,000 5-star reviews
Snuggle up with this plush throw.
Reviews: 5,175 Rating: 4.6 stars
Throw blankets are a lot like brownies and Lululemon leggings: You can never have too many. This faux fur one is popular with reviewers on Amazon because it's super soft and luxurious and looks so stylish draped across your couch. Bonus: It's machine-washable, so you can easily clean all those chip crumbs off after your movie marathon.
Get the Chanasya Faux Fur Throw for $59.99
4. Our experts' favorite TV of 2019
The LG C9 is available in 3 different sizes.
Reviews: 44 Rating: 4.6 stars
Why did Reviewed testers choose the LG C9 as the best TV of 2019? Easy—it has that amazing OLED picture quality that everyone wants these days, but at the most affordable price point. Its stunning image resolution is paired with tons of features and an easy-to-navigate smart platform that the whole family will enjoy.
Get the LG C9 Series for $2,496.99
5. This organizer to keep your remotes in one place
There's even pockets for your books, glasses, and earbuds.
Reviews: 608 Rating: 4 stars
How many times have you wanted to change the channel, turn down the volume, or pause the movie—but you have no idea where the remote is? It's happened to me more times than I'd like to admit, which is why this armrest caddy is a must-have. Reviewers rave about it for not only keeping them organized, but also for being durable and doubling as protective covers for their couch arms.
Get the Couch Armrest Organizer for $11.98
6. This blanket sweatshirt you'll never want to take off
How did no one think of this sooner?!
Reviews: 943 Rating: 4.8 stars
I impulsively bought The Comfy last fall and it was the best decision I've ever made. Anyways, it's not an understatement to say I live in this oversized blanket sweatshirt once cold weather hits. Its sherpa lining keeps me super warm and I can easily move from couch to kitchen for more snacks, which The Comfy has a big pocket to hold.
7. This cupholder that clips to your couch
Your drink will stay safe in this handy holder.
Reviews: 416 Rating: 4.4 stars
You know you've reach peak laziness when you can't be bothered to reach over to the coffee table for your drink. With the CouchCoaster, you won't have to. It's a cup holder that attaches to the arm of most couches and even recliners. Users like that it's sturdy and doesn't wobble (a.k.a no spills!).
Get the CouchCoaster for $24.99
8. This must-have accessory for your TV
Your living room is about to get lit.
Reviews: 2,652 Rating: 4.3 stars
I never knew lights like these existed for your TV until I moved in with my very light-obsessed ex (seriously, you should've seen our house, especially at Christmastime). As much as I teased him about them, they actually grew on me—and I understand why thousands of other people like them, too. These, which users say are very easy to install, can light up in 16 different colors to create just the right ambiance and can help make the TV screen pop.
Get the Pangton Villa LED Strip Lights for $13.99
9. This stand for anyone who watches Netflix in bed
Your body will thank you for this.
Reviews: 3,440 Rating: 4.7 stars
PSA: Using your laptop while lying in bed is basically a recipe for a stiff neck and a sore back. That's where this lightweight, collapsible tray comes in. With nearly 3,000 5-star reviews, it's praised for being high-quality and adjustable, so you can raise or lower it and change the angle based on your position of choice.
Get the Avantree Adjustable Laptop Bed Table for $44.99
10. This cookbook that's just for movie lovers
We're drooling over all of these eats.
Reviews: 240 Rating: 4.5 stars
Want to eat like your favorite movie characters? Now you can with this creative cookbook, which features recipes inspired by 40 of the most classic films, like When Harry Met Sally and Sixteen Candles. Home chefs love that the recipes are simple to follow and are infused with the hilarious personality of Andrew Rea, an author, filmmaker, and YouTube personality.
Get "Eat What You Watch" for $17.50
11. This top-rated projector
Give new meaning to "big screen."
Reviews: 191 Rating: 4.4 stars
Get the movie theater experience without the movie theater prices with this portable projector, which our experts named the best one of the year. It's quiet, compact, and projects a quality, well-lit picture. Plus it comes loaded with Netflix, YouTube, and Amazon Video right out of the box for easy streaming.
Get the Anker Nebula Mars II for $499.99
12. This movie theater-worthy soundbar
It looks as good as it sounds.
Reviews: 573 Rating: 4.1 stars
After testing a variety of soundbars, our experts fell in love with the Sonos Beam. It's because of its spectacular sound quality, which our testers found was unmatched by any other soundbars at a similar price. It also has surprisingly good bass and Amazon Alexa functionality, too.
Get the Sonos Beam for $398.98
13. These special glasses to protect your eyes
You can get these with or without a prescription.
Reviews: 2,559 Rating: 4 stars
Part of the reason you feel so tired after endless hours of watching TV is because your eyes are strained from the blue light that tech devices give off. Reviewers swear by these glasses that block that light and prevent eye fatigue. They've gotten great reviews for not only looking good, but working even better.
Get the TIJN Blue Light Blocking Glasses for $16.99
14. This extra long charger so your phone doesn't die
Charge up anytime, anywhere, from any distance.
Reviews: 1,745 Rating: 4.4 stars
One thing I'll never understand is why Apple's iPhone chargers are still so short. And because you won't want to miss a crucial scene in Stranger Things while you're up charging your phone, you'll want this 10-foot cable instead. It's beloved on Amazon for its charging power and its impressive durability as it can withstand up to 175 pounds of tension.
Get the Anker Powerline+ II Lightning Cable for $19.99
15. This massage cushion every couch marathoner needs
Ahhh, that's better.
Reviews: 1,026 Rating: 4.4 stars
You may love your 8-hour Netflix binge, but your body does not. To make your couch time more comfortable—and your joints less stiff—sit on this comfy cushion, which has three different massage areas: Full back, upper back, and lower back. According to its reviews, it's great at relieving knots and tension thanks to its adjustable pressure and heat therapy settings. One person even said it "just kneads your back like pizza dough."
Get the Snailax Shiatsu Massage Cushion for $89.99
16. This brilliant snack bowl
Snack time is the best time.
Reviews: 446 Rating: 4.5 stars
Trying to decide what to have for a snack is not something to take lightly. Sometimes you just can't choose—and you don't have to if you have these bowls. With two separate sections (originally meant for cereal and milk), reviewers like that they're easy to hold and the perfect size for your snacking needs.
Get the Just Crunch Bowl for $8.99
17. These joking-but-also-serious socks
A glass of red, please.
Reviews: 1,668 Rating: 4.6 stars
While I personally would change wine to beer, I still 10/10 support the message behind this adorable pair of socks. People who have purchased them enjoy that they're soft and comfortable. Not only that, but the writing on the bottom is actually printed in non-slip ink so you won't fall on your way back to the fridge for a refill—although that may be more due to the wine than the socks at that point.
Get the Haute Soiree Wine Socks for $9.95
18. These noise-cancelling headphones with a cult-following
Headphones on, world off.
Reviews: 3,379 Rating: 4.4 stars
There's a reason people are obsessed with Bose headphones. They block out outside sounds better than most thanks to their active noise cancellation (ANC) technology. That's essential if you have noisy family members, noisy roommates, or worse, noisy neighbors. The Bose QC 35 are one of our experts' favorite pair because they're lightweight, comfortable to wear, and have up to 20 hours of battery life.