By Jeff Rindskopf

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Drive-in theaters may not be as numerous as they were when car culture first took off in the 1950s, but many are still around to provide an inimitable viewing experience for lovers of new and old cinema alike. Best of all, they offer great deals on admission and concessions compared to their indoor counterparts, which makes them a cheap way to enjoy a movie or two ... or three. We researched online reviews and compared rankings to narrow down this list of 40 favorites from across the nation.

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