We tested 11 popular microwave popcorn brands to find the best. See which one delivers the ultimate buttery perfection.

(Movie theater popcorn often has a strong artificial-butter ... Most of the products in the chart scored just fair for nutrition, based on calories, fat, sodium, and other nutrients.

The prices differ from location to location, of course, but popcorn sales overall generate nearly 40% of all movie theater profits. “It's our largest source of revenue, actually,” says Bagby Ford.