Everyone has fond memories of their favorite cinematic scenes on the big screen. Going to a movie is a comforting and fun way to pass the time for most Americans. Whether you want to see a romantic comedy that will inspire you to seek out a love as great as the one in The Notebook or lose yourself in a classic adventure like Luke Skywalker’s journey in the Star Wars trilogy, there’s a movie for you. Every summer, families, couples, and groups of friends flock out to see action flicks or hilarious comedies. Movies are so ingrained in our culture that we often share famous quotes from actors back and forth with our friends: “You talkin’ to me?! Are you talkin’ to me?!” “You can’t handle the truth!” “No Luke… I am your father!” Therefore, it’s no surprise that some tailgaters want to take iconic posters, scenes, and characters and apply them to their custom cornhole board. These designs are often gorgeous, eye catching, and an amazing ice breaker. However, not every still frame from a movie is worthy of gracing your cornhole board. Read on and we’ll cover six iconic moments or images from movie history that will look fantastic on your cornhole sets.

#1: Die Hard: Bring the Ultimate Christmas Movie to Life On Your Cornhole Board

When John McClane arrived at the Nakatomi Plaza for his wife’s Christmas party, he expected some awkward small talk and a few cocktail weenies. Unfortunately, notorious European terrorist Hans Gruber had other plans for the evening. John McClane, a NYPD officer, found himself the only barrier between Gruber and his henchmen and their goal. He took that responsibility on his shoulders and managed to save the day, but not without an epic struggle. Let’s be real: When McClane took out those terrorists one by one, every red blooded American felt a surge of exhilaration! Why not capture the amazing achievements of this patriot by taking one of the iconic moments from the film and putting it on your custom cornhole board? Here are some cool pieces of art that perfectly capture the essence of Die Hard and double as fantastic examples of design.

This fan made poster by Daniel Norris captures the intensity of Die Hard perfectly

#2: May the Force Be With You: Recapture the Magic of Star Wars With These Designs

The original Star Wars trilogy are movies that the entire family can sit down and enjoy. People who are into romance can sit back and swoon as the love slowly blooms between Princess Leia and the dashing rogue Han Solo. Action fans will love thrilling battles, like when the Rebels came up with a cunning plan to stop the dominant Empire forces on the ice planet of Hoth. Everyone can identify with Luke Skywalker’s coming of age story, and admire how he evolves from a kid looking for power cables from Toshi Station to a bona fide general, Jedi, and leader. It’s no surprise that these movies are still a popular choice, even to this day. The fact that Star Wars takes place a long, long time ago in a galaxy far, far away means there are so many locales and scenes to be inspired by: the lofty heights of Cloud City, the frozen wastes of Hoth, or the vast sands of Tatooine. Or you could dedicate your custom cornhole board to the dynamic duo of Han and Chewbacca, the wisdom of Jedi like Yoda and Obi Wan Kenobi, or even just the tenacity of the soldiers that make up the Rebel Alliance. There are many magnificent pieces of art that will take you back to the cockpit of an X-Wing or the intensity of a lightsabre duel!

These fan-made posters by cappuccino64 are amazing designs for a cornhole board!

What About The Star Wars Prequels, Games, & Books?

If the original three movies aren’t your style, there’s a whole Star Wars universe out there for you to explore. Check out some of the novels, video games, or TV shows for a glimpse into other planets, characters, and scenes that might look awesome on your cornhole board. For instance, the Clone Wars cartoon by Genndy Tartakovsky absolutely oozes style and action. Give it a shot and you may find the scene of your dreams for your cornhole board.

The Clone Wars cartoon is an exciting change of pace from the live action movies.

#3: A Design Within a Dream: Inspiration From the Style of Inception

Inception is a visually striking and deep movie from the mind of acclaimed director Christopher Nolan. In this movie, a man named Cobb must plant the seed of an idea deep inside a young CEO’s brain. This is Cobb’s only chance to return to his home and see his wife and children again… Or is it? His dead wife is only complicating the job, but Cobb’s team of dream professionals may be able to pull it off. Inception is critically acclaimed and hotly debated for a reason, and that is the high quality of the project. The movie pulled off some truly unique scenes and set pieces, so don’t be afraid to take inspiration from the project for your cornhole board!

Inception is one of the most stylish and memorable movies of recent years.

#4: Turn Your Cornhole Board Into a Valuable Relic With an Indiana Jones Movie Theme

If you hum the familiar “Dun dun dun DA, dun dun dun…” that begins the Indiana Jones theme in a public place, you’ll probably see a look of recognition on the faces around you. Indiana Jones is a cinematic icon for his journeys. He’s recovered the Ark of the Covenant, fought Nazis, and escaped pits of quicksand. His journeys have taken him to hidden corners of the Earth, but he always comes out on top. Try some of the most famous moments from his travels as inspiration for your cornhole board designs!

Action, adventure, exotic locales, and snakes – does it get any cooler than Indiana Jones?

#5: Need a Guaranteed Icebreaker for Tailgaters of All Sorts? Try Frozen

Frozen is the latest movie in the Disney line, and it has proven to be extremely popular with folks of all ages. Princess Anna and her sister Queen Elsa live in the kingdom of Arendelle, but despite the beautiful landscape, there is danger lurking under the surface. Elsa’s ice powers spin out of control, and Arendelle is plunged into endless winter. Anna is faced with the dilemma of saving her sister and the Kingdom without hurting those she loves. Despite the fact that the movie stars a princess, the protagonists are hardly damsels in distress. This movie has broken box office records for a reason, and the beautiful scenery and fantastic imagery are just two of these reasons. Check out some pieces of Frozen art and see whether any of them are sparking ideas for a custom cornhole board.

Alisa Bishop’s take on Elsa can give inspiration for a Frozen-inspired cornhole board.

#6: Create a Cornhole Board Fit For a Hero By Looking at the Marvel Cinematic Universe

The Avengers is one of the most popular and beloved movies of all time, and part of it is because of the huge cast of characters coming together to fight off both aliens… and each other. Each Marvel hero with their own movie has their own sense of style and strong personality that lends itself well to custom design inspirations. Whether you like the magic and wonder of Thor, the sleek metals of Iron Man, the old time sensibilities of Captain America, or the strength of the Hulk, you can find a hero in the Marvel Cinematic Universe with aesthetics you love! There are tons of ways you can translate the Avengers, as a team or as individuals, into a design for your cornhole board. Check out some designs below!

There’s an Avenger for everybody, and they all have unique styles that will look awesome on a cornhole board.

Have one of these six famous movies sparked your imagination? If not, there’s an entire cinematic universe out there for you to explore. To look at our current cornhole board catalog, check out our site. One of our existing designs may be exactly what you need!