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Updated: Jan 2
There’s something about the holidays that makes us all feel a little happier. Maybe it’s the cheery decorations and festive music, or perhaps it’s the general feeling of goodwill toward each other. In any case, Christmas is a time when people put aside their differences and come together. If you’re looking for some fantastic Christmas movies to watch with your family this year, we have you covered! From heartwarming classics to funny comedies and everything in between, there is something for everyone! Here are some of our favorite Christmas movies perfect for watching while curled up by the fire on a cold winter night.
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Siblings Kate and Teddy Pierce hatch a scheme to capture Santa Claus on Christmas Eve. When the plan goes awry, the kids join forces with a somewhat jolly Saint Nick and his loyal elves to save the holiday before it's too late.
2. The Christmas Chronicles, Part 2
Teenager Kate Pierce is reunited with Santa Claus when a troublemaker threatens to cancel Christmas -- forever.
3. Elf Pets: A Fox Cub's Christmas Tale
An elite team of elves – and their furry fox cub friends – help bring the Christmas spirit to a boy whose mom may not make it home for the holidays.
4. Elf Pets: Santa's Reindeer Rescue
It's almost Christmas and Santa's test flights have run into trouble. Can The Elf on the Shelf, a crew of adorable Elf Pets Reindeer, and Santa's gang of trusted Scout Elf friends help him find the answer before it's too late? Join Santa's cast of whimsical characters in this animated Christmas Special full of toe-tapping humor and heart, as they work together to save the holiday season and discover the power of love.
5. Christmas Break-in
Izzy is left alone at school when a blizzard hits her town. When she discovers three bumbling crooks have taken shelter in the seemingly empty school and taken the school custodian hostage, she decides it's up to her to save the day.
A pair of junior elves decide to find some missing wishes after letters to Santa are accidentally lost forever. Their journey takes them away from the North Pole and into the wide world.
When a widowed radio DJ is fired, he and his four spoiled children must leave their lives of luxury behind and move in with his aunt just before Christmas.
8. Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey
Decades after being betrayed by his apprentice, a once joyful toymaker finds new hope when his bright young granddaughter arrives on his doorstep.
9. Elliot the Littlest Reindeer
When Blitzen suddenly announces his retirement, Santa needs to find a replacement. Against all odds, Elliot and his best friend, Hazel, set out to prove that he is the horse for the job. As Elliot and Hazel take on the North Pole reindeer try-outs, Hazel learns that Christmas, as we know it, may be headed for disaster. Meanwhile, back at the farm, a sinister lady threatens the lives of their friends, and Elliot is faced with the biggest decision of his life.
10. A Cinderella Story: Christmas Wish
An aspiring singer is stalled on her path to success by her stepmother and two wicked stepsisters. When she starts working at a job to help her dreams come true, she starts to fall for the handsome new Santa.
In the lead-up to Christmas, a young journalist is sent abroad to go undercover to get the scoop on a playboy prince who is destined to be king.
After proving himself to be the worst student at the academy, a postman is sent to a frozen town in the North where he discovers a reclusive toymaker named Klaus.
13. A Christmas Prince: The Royal Wedding
A year after Amber helped Richard secure the crown, the two are set to tie the knot in a royal Christmas wedding - but their plans are jeopardized when Amber finds herself second-guessing whether or not she's cut out to be queen.
14. A Christmas Prince: The Royal Baby
Amber and Richard host royals from a faraway kingdom to renew a sacred truce, but when the priceless treaty disappears, peace is put in jeopardy and an ancient curse threatens their family.
15. The Knight Before Christmas
A medieval knight is transported to the present day, where he falls for a high school science teacher who's lost her belief in love.
Four lovable puppies must save Christmas when four mischievous doggies hijack Santa Claus and the North Pole for their own gain.
Poppy, queen of the Trolls, realizes her best friend Bridget, a Bergen, has no holidays on her calendar. Poppy, Branch, and the Snack Pack hop on the Caterbus Express to Bergen Town to prove how fun it is to celebrate.
A Christmas Eve trip to church with her family gives young Angela an extraordinary idea, one that not everyone approves of.
Congressional aide Erica Miller lands at a beachside Air Force base, where she clashes with Capt. Andrew Jantz over his pet project -- Operation: Christmas Drop.
20. Santa Girl
The only daughter of Santa Claus heads off to university before she is forced to marry the son of Jack Frost and take over the family business.
21 . A Family Reunion Christmas
M'Dear and her sisters struggle to keep their singing act together before a church Christmas pageant while Grandpa teaches the kids a valuable lesson.
After discovering his grandfather is Santa Claus, Jules has to help him deliver his presents all around the world. But Jules' hatred for Christmas might make that more difficult than Santa thought.
23. Dolly Parton's Christmas on the Square
A woman plans to sell a small town with no regard for the people living there until she receives a miraculous visit.
24. The App That Stole Christmas
A tech entrepreneur's Christmas shopping app is a smashing success, but he starts to believe his invention might be ruining the holiday spirit.
25. Super Monsters Save Christmas
Super Monsters Save Christmas is a short Netflix animated special directed by Evan Gore and starring Elyse Maloway, Erin Matthews, and Vincent Tong
Teddy has never missed the Festival of Lights, but the bowling alley has been snowed in; not to worry, because Emil insists the Christmas moose will save the day.
27. Christmas in the Heartland
Teenagers Kara and Jessie strike up an unlikely friendship while sitting next to each other on a plane that's bound for the heartland. Forced to spend the holidays in the same small town with relatives that they've never met, the girls devise a plan to switch places for Christmas. Jessie soon finds herself living lavishly with Kara's wealthy grandparents, while Kara starts to bond with Jessie's fun, quirky grandmother and the most genuine, modest family that she's ever known.
With his carefree life hanging in the balance, a wealthy charmer poses as a ranch hand to get a hardworking farmer to sell her family's land.
When Santa crash-lands in the junkyard on Christmas Eve, Hank, Trash Truck and their animal friends all have a hand in rescuing the holiday for everyone.
A Boy Called Christmas is an upcoming British Christmas fantasy film directed by Gil Kenan from a screenplay by Ol Parker and Kenan. It is based on the 2015 book of the same name by Matt Haig.
31. The Nightmare Before Christmas
When Jack accidentally stumbles on Christmastown, all bright colors and warm spirits, he gets a new lease on life -- he plots to bring Christmas under his control by kidnapping Santa Claus and taking over the role. But Jack soon discovers even the best-laid plans of mice and skeleton men can go seriously awry.
When bratty 8-year-old Kevin acts out the night before a family trip to Paris, his mother makes him sleep in the attic. After the McCallisters mistakenly leave for the airport without Kevin, he awakens to an empty house and assumes his wish to have no family has come true. But his excitement sours when he realizes that two con men plan to rob the McCallister residence and that he alone must protect the family home.
After snarky youth Kevin loses track of his father at the airport, he mistakenly gets on a plane headed for New York City -- while the rest of the McCallisters fly to Florida. Now alone in the Big Apple, Kevin cons his way into a room at the Plaza Hotel and begins his usual antics. But when Kevin discovers that the Sticky Bandits are on the loose, he struggles to stop them from robbing an elderly man's toy store just before Christmas.
Divorced dad Scott has custody of his son on Christmas Eve. After he accidentally kills a man in a Santa suit, they are magically transported to the North Pole, where an elf explains that Scott must take Santa's place before the next Christmas arrives. Scott thinks he's dreaming, but over the next several months he gains weight and grows an inexplicably white beard. Maybe that night at the North Pole wasn't a dream after all -- and maybe Scott has a lot of work to do.
Scott Calvin has been in the role of Santa for the past eight years, and his loyal elves consider him the best one ever. But the world of the "Merry Old Soul" turns upside down when he's dealt a double whammy of news: Not only has his son, Charlie landed on this year's naughty list, but Scott discovers that he must marry by Christmas Eve -- just a month away! -- or he will stop being Santa Claus forever.
Christmas cheer turns into holiday chaos when Scott Calvin, aka Santa, invites his in-laws for a visit and must, simultaneously, contend with Jack Frost's scheme to take over the North Pole. Scott, his family, and Head Elf Curtis must join forces to foil the nefarious plot.
37. The Muppet Christmas Carol
The Muppets perform the classic Dickens holiday tale, with Kermit the Frog, and the put-upon clerk of stingy Ebenezer Scrooge. Other Muppets -- Miss Piggy, Gonzo, Fozzie Bear, and Sam the Eagle -- weave in and out of the story, while Scrooge receives visits from spirits of three Christmases -- past, present, and future. They show him the error of his self-serving ways, but the miserable old man seems to be past any hope of redemption and happiness.
Kris Kringle's daughter is full of Christmas spirit but wishes she could do something important like her brother Nick, who will take over for their father this Christmas. When Nick is about to crumble like a gingerbread cookie from all the pressure, Noelle suggests he take a break and get away...but when he doesn't return, Noelle must find her brother and bring him back in time to save Christmas.
A con man dresses up as Santa Claus to break out of jail and recover his hidden stash of stolen loot. However, his perfect little plan is thrown into chaos after he's mistaken for the genuine article by two inquisitive kids who end up making life very difficult indeed.
A 14-year-old boy and his uncle jeopardize Christmas when they take Santa's sleigh for a joy ride.
Finally alone for the holidays, Luther and Nora Krank plan to eschew the Christmas traditions and take a cruise in the Caribbean instead. This doesn't sit well with their Christmas-obsessed neighbors, who are determined to win the annual "best-decorated street" competition, and the Kranks soon find themselves social outcasts because of their lack of Christmas spirit.
As thousands of letters to Santa Claus flood post offices during the holiday season, it's up to the US Postal Service's 107-year-old Operation Santa to deliver them to Kris Kringle himself.
One Christmas Eve a long time ago, a baby crawled into Santa's bag of toys... Raised as an elf, Buddy grows into an adult three times larger than the biggest elf--and realizes that he will never truly fit in at the North Pole. This holiday season, Buddy goes looking for his true place in the world--in New York City. Buddy finds his workaholic father --who's on Santa's "naughty" list, a new mother, and a 10-year-old brother who doesn't believe in Santa Claus or elves. Here, now, Buddy discovers his destiny--to save Christmas for New York and the world!
44. 13 Dogs of Christmas: Great Puppy Rescue
In this heartwarming sequel to the holiday classic, Emma rallies her friends new and old to save a beloved puppy orphanage by putting on a musical holiday extravaganza.
45. Ice Age: A Mammoth Christmas
When Sid accidentally ruins one of Manny's Christmas traditions, he's told that he will now be on Santa's naughty list; Sid heads to the North Pole with Crash, Eddie, and Peaches in tow to plead his case directly to Santa Claus. (TV Series)
46. Curious George: A Very Monkey Christmas
George and The Man in The Yellow Hat are having a merry time counting down to Christmas. But neither can decide what to give each other. Will they find the answers before Christmas morning?
Struggling to keep his dog GPS locator company afloat, Martin expects his new hire, Erin, to help him save the company and find homes for 12 puppies that were left behind after a photoshoot. As they work together, Erin and Martin begin to discover each other's positive qualities and find love just in time for the holidays.
48. The Cat in the Hat Knows a Lot About Christmas
Join the Cat in the Hat, Nick, and Sally on a journey around the world as they try to help a lost reindeer find his way home to Freezeyourknees Snowland in time for Christmas.
49. Illumination Presents: Dr. Seuss' The Grinch
The Grinch tells the story of a cynical grump who goes on a mission to steal Christmas, only to have his heart changed by a young girl's generous holiday spirit.
Father Christmas is a fading memory after Christmas hasn't come for several years. A young orphan girl receives a magic crystal from a dying elf, with a warning that the North has lost its magic, and that she alone can save Christmas.
51. Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas
Oscar winners Ron Howard and Brian Grazer go to Whoville to bring the world's best-loved grump to life in this hilarious celebration of the true holiday spirit, which stars Jim Carrey.
52. Mickey's Once Upon A Christmas
Mickey and the gang gather in 3 heartwarming stories of Christmas past.
In this holiday classic, Ralphie, a young boy growing up in the '40s, dreams of owning a Red Rider BB gun. He sets out to convince the world this is the perfect gift.
Santa's youngest son Arthur embarks on a magical adventure to deliver the final gift to a child to save Christmas.
A father and his dysfunctional family are reminded of the true meaning of Christmas from a local tree farmer as they learn that miracles do come true if you believe! A warm-hearted holiday tale for the whole family.
Christmas is right around the corner, and Jules Daly (Kate McGrath) is doing her best to create a loving home as a new guardian to her mischievous niece and nephew. But when she loses her job and an exasperated nanny on the same day, a mysterious and unexpected invitation arrives.
The buddies are off on a jolly new adventure when Puppy Paws, pup of the legendary Santa Paws, and his friends travel to the North Pole to save Christmas from disaster.
58. The Yummy Gummy Search for Santa
Gummy Bear, along with his madman, Cat, Bat, and Chameleon, are struggling to save Christmas and Santa Claus. It's Christmas Eve, Gummy Bear and his friends, the cat Calla, the Vampire Bat, and Harry the Chameleon, learn from the elves that Santa Claus is gone! So, they decide to go to the North Pole to find out what's going on and save Christmas.
59. Peppa Pig: Peppa's Christmas and Other Stories
Peppa is a loveable, cheeky little piggy who lives with her little brother George, Mummy Pig, and Daddy Pig. Peppa's favorite things include playing games, dressing up, days out, and jumping in muddy puddles. Her adventures always end happily with loud snorts of laughter.
60. The Smurfs Christmas Carol
Smurf the halls! It's Christmas time in Smurf Village! ‘Tis the season that brings joy to all the Smurfs...except one: Grouchy Smurf.
When a family visits Grandma's house on Christmas Eve, they leave their dog at home alone. And when burglars try to take the presents from under the tree, the dog must use every trick it knows to stop them.
62. The Dog Who Saved Christmas
The Bannister family's newly adopted and crafty canine, Zeus (voiced by Mario Lopez) saves its home from two bumbling thieves while the family is away at Christmas.
When a doubting young boy takes an extraordinary train ride to the North Pole, he embarks on a journey of self-discovery that shows him that the wonder of life never fades for those who believe.
64. Frosty's Winter Wonderland
Frosty, has lots of young friends, but he's still lonely. The children build him a wife named Crystal, but jealous, cold-hearted Jack Frost plots to keep Frosty and Crystal apart.
65. Pete the Cat: A Very Groovy Christmas
Pete and the gang want to find the Christmas Cat so that they can get some cool presents, but encounter obstacles along the way and realize it's better to give rather than get.
66. Christmas Cartoons: 14 Christmas Cartoon Classics
Have yourself a Merry Little Christmas with this cartoon collection of 14 classic Christmas cartoons. Enjoy 2 hours of such favorites like Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, Jack Frost, Christmas Comes But Once a Year, The Candlemaker, Snow Foolin', The Shanty Where Santy Claus Lives, Toy Will Be Toys, Santa's Pocket Watch, and more. Remastered and restored audio for the best sound and picture!
67. Christmas Cartoon Extravaganza
This excellent Christmas cartoon compilation is packed full of classic family favorites! Gifts From The Air, Rudolph the Rednosed Reindeer, Frosty The Snowman, Spunky The Snowman, Santa's Surprise, Hector's Hectic Life, Snow Foolin, The Toyland Caper, and The Candlemaker.
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