Top 25 Holiday Movie Classics

It’s a Wonderful Life

For Ages 8+
A heartwarming tale of George Bailey, a man who wishes he had never been born, only to discover how many lives he has touched, reminding us of the true meaning of life and community.

A Charlie Brown Christmas

For All Ages
Charlie Brown navigates the holiday season’s commercialism and seeks to find the true spirit of Christmas, discovering that love and friendship are what truly matter.

Miracle on 34th Street

For All Ages
This beloved classic tells the story of a man claiming to be Santa Claus who brings joy and hope to a skeptical little girl and a court case that questions his authenticity.

White Christmas

For Ages 8+
A dazzling musical about two war veterans who team up with a sister duo to save a struggling Vermont inn, featuring unforgettable songs and holiday cheer.

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer

For All Ages
A stop-motion classic that follows Rudolph, a reindeer with a glowing nose, as he learns to embrace his uniqueness and save Christmas with his newfound friends.

Frosty the Snowman

For All Ages
A magical tale of a snowman brought to life by a children’s hat, Frosty must escape the clutches of a greedy magician while spreading joy and laughter.

Home Alone

For Ages 8+
When eight-year-old Kevin McCallister is accidentally left behind during Christmas vacation, he sets ingenious traps to defend his home from bumbling burglars, creating hilariously chaotic moments.

The Santa Clause

For Ages 8+
After accidentally causing Santa’s fall, a man finds himself magically transformed into Santa and must embrace his new role while navigating the challenges of the holiday season.

Jingle All the Way

For Ages 8+
In a race against time, a father embarks on a wild adventure to find the hottest toy of the season for his son, showcasing the lengths parents will go for their children.

Jack Frost

For Ages 8+
A touching story about a father who returns to his family as a snowman after his untimely death, teaching valuable lessons about love and second chances.

Elf

For Ages 8+
Will Ferrell stars as Buddy, a human raised among elves at the North Pole, who embarks on a journey to find his true identity and spread Christmas cheer in New York City.

The Polar Express

For All Ages
A visually stunning animated film about a young boy who embarks on a magical train journey to the North Pole, rediscovering the spirit of Christmas along the way.

Christmas with the Kranks

For Ages 8+
Based on John Grisham’s novel, this comedy follows the Kranks as they decide to skip Christmas, only to find themselves caught in a hilarious holiday chaos.

How the Grinch Stole Christmas

For Ages 8+
Jim Carrey stars as the Grinch, a grumpy creature who plots to steal Christmas from the Whos of Whoville, only to discover the holiday’s true meaning through their unwavering spirit.

The Nightmare Before Christmas

For Ages 8+
A whimsical tale that blends Halloween and Christmas as Jack Skellington, the Pumpkin King, discovers Christmas Town and tries to bring his unique spin on the holiday.

National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation

For Ages 12+
A hilarious family comedy that follows the Griswold family as they prepare for the holidays, encountering one mishap after another in their quest for the perfect Christmas.

A Boy Called Christmas

For Ages 8+
This enchanting adventure tells the origin story of Father Christmas through the journey of a young boy named Nikolas, who sets off to find his father in a magical land.

Arthur Christmas

For All Ages
A delightful animated film that follows Santa’s clumsy son, Arthur, as he goes on a mission to deliver a forgotten gift on Christmas Eve, proving that everyone deserves to be remembered.

Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey

For Ages 8+
A vibrant musical fantasy that tells the story of a toymaker and his adventurous granddaughter as they work together to bring magic back to their family’s toy shop.

Santa Claus: The Movie

For All Ages
This family classic explores the origins of Santa Claus, showcasing his adventures and the challenges he faces in spreading holiday cheer.

The Muppet Christmas Carol

For All Ages
A delightful retelling of the Charles Dickens classic featuring the Muppets, with Kermit the Frog as Bob Cratchit and Michael Caine as Ebenezer Scrooge in this heartwarming musical.

The Year Without a Santa Claus

For All Ages
A stop-motion special featuring Santa Claus, who decides to take a year off from Christmas due to feeling unappreciated, leading to a heartwarming adventure to reignite holiday spirit.

Klaus

For Ages 8+
An animated film that reimagines the origin of Santa Claus through the friendship between a postman and a mysterious toymaker, delivering a heartwarming story of kindness and giving.

Prancer

For All Ages
A tender story of a young girl who discovers a wounded reindeer she believes to be one of Santa’s, leading her on a journey of hope and belief in the magic of Christmas.

The Nutcracker and the Four Realms

For Ages 8+
A visually stunning adaptation of the classic tale that follows Clara as she journeys through a magical world filled with whimsical characters and adventures during the holiday season.

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