The Cost of Going to the Movies vs. Watching a Movie at Home

There is no question all movies, even bad ones, are more enjoyable to watch on the big screen. But then again, the price of movie tickets has skyrocketed, like everything else. In L.A. some theatres are now $12.00 a ticket.

Some upscale theatres allow you to call ahead and reserve your tickets and seats -- for an additional couple bucks or so. Take a date or the wife out, throw in a babysitter and your talking some serious money to see a movie that you may hate.

So I guess the lesson is to be selective in what we see. Gone are the days when you can afford to go out to a movie just to get out. Now you better do some research or at least talk to friends to make sure the movie you are going out to see is worth it.

Or just go to Blockbuster and watch it at home for a fraction of the cost.