10 Movies You Should NEVER Watch On A First Date

For the average cinephile, the perfect first date can end with a movie night, but there are a number of films that should never be picked for such an occasion. Handpicking a first date movie can be a Herculean task for anyone if they wish to establish a good impression. Even if a movie is a cult classic for one, it can result in a disappointing viewing experience for the other person. Such was the fate of Kumail Nanjiani’s autobiographical protatonist in The Big Sick when he tried to convince Zoe Kazan’s character to watch the British horror comedy The Abominable Dr. Phibes (spoiler alert: she wasn’t impressed).