Spend your Friday nights with BET, where the double feature lineup kicks off April 18 with movies that span horror, thrillers, and mystery. Though these films originally premiered on BET+, their debut on the network gives them a new spotlight—and the perfect excuse for a cozy night in.

With the entertainment handled, all you need to worry about is what to eat and drink. Start with dinner, then break out the snacks and cocktails for peak movie-watching vibes. Here’s a quick guide to pairings for this week’s features: The Despaired and Ruined, premiering April 18 at 7/6 p.m. on BET.

In The Despaired, a grieving woman is desperate to reunite with her deceased lover. When sinister magic offers her a chance, she takes it—only to find that resurrection comes with a terrifying price.

A dark, twisted story calls for a snack with bite—enter spicy bowl deviled eggs. This remix on the classic appetizer includes pickled eggs, sausages, chili powder, smoked paprika, onion and garlic powder, pickled peppers, and potato chips for garnish. It’s creamy, crunchy, spicy, and oh-so-satisfying.

Credit to Tashaliana89 for this bold snack idea.

Starring Keri Hilson, Chris Warren, and Annie Ilonzeh, Ruined follows a woman seeking counseling for her marriage—only to learn her therapist has a secret past with her husband... and revenge on the mind. What starts as therapy turns into a psychological game where trust is a luxury no one can afford.

This cocktail is as layered as the plot. Made with Hennessy, wine, and a mix of berries, this sangria is fruity, bold, and ideal for sipping while watching the drama unfold. For best results, make it the night before to let the berries fully infuse.

Not a drinker? Skip the Henny and opt for a mocktail version—you’ll still get all the flavor and none of the buzz.

Cast of The Despaired
Drew Sidora, TC Carson, Denise Boutte
Writers: Jean-Pierre Chapoteau, Jessica Pessima
Director: Jean-Pierre Chapoteau

Don’t miss the premieres of The Despaired and Ruined, Friday, April 18 at 7/6 p.m. ET on BET.