The 10 Best Holiday Movies (For All Ages)
There are lots of holiday traditions: Putting up the tree, making cookies, ice skating, and lots and lots of parties. But our personal favorite would have to be a cozy night at home watching our favorite holiday and Christmas movies. There’s nothing quite like it to get us in the holiday spirit! And if you’re looking for your next flick, we’re bringing you the best holiday movies (for viewers of all ages).
Pop the popcorn, make some hot chocolate, and get cozy on the couch! We’ve got a list of 10 of the best holiday movies to enjoy all season long. From romantic moments to comedic hijinks to magical musicals, these films are sure to help you feel the holiday spirit!
BEST HOLIDAY MOVIES
The Holiday
Perfect for both the heartbroken and the hopeless romantic, this tale of two women who swap homes – and unexpectedly find love – is a real holiday (pun intended) charmer.
BEST HOLIDAY MOVIES
The Muppet Christmas Carol
The Muppets take on a retelling of the Charles Dickens classic, complete with Kermit as Bob Cratchett, creative Christmas ghosts, and some heartwarming musical numbers.
BEST HOLIDAY MOVIES
A Christmas Story
A classic Christmas flick for the whole family, A Christmas Story follows young Ralphie as he avoids bullies, deals with his parents, and dreams of the ideal Christmas gift.
BEST HOLIDAY MOVIES
Christmas Vacation
Think your family is a lot to deal with around the holidays? They’ve got nothing on the antics of the Griswald family, who deal with all sorts of Christmas hijinks in this beloved movie.
BEST HOLIDAY MOVIES
Jingle Jangle
For a bit of magical Christmas joy (that kids will love) put on this tale of a once joyful toymaker who finds new hope when his granddaughter appears on his doorstep.
BEST HOLIDAY MOVIES
Elf
A definite favorite of the Bobby Berk team, Will Ferrell stars as Buddy, a loveable human who was accidentally raised among Santa’s elves at the North Pole and hilariously struggles to adjust to the real world.
BEST HOLIDAY MOVIES
White Christmas
Singing, dancing, and over-the-top holiday musical numbers. White Christmas has them all! This 1954 film follows two singers who join a sister act to perform a holiday show at a snowless ski resort.
BEST HOLIDAY MOVIES
Home Alone
Kevin! A whole generation of Millenial kids grew up watching 8-year-old Kevin McCallister get left behind by his family – and then defend his home from holiday burglers in hilarious fashion.
BEST HOLIDAY MOVIES
The Family Stone
Featuring an all-star cast, here’s a dramedy all about an eclectic family, the drama that ensues around gatherings, and the new girlfriend who meets them (and tries to impress them) for the first time at Christmas.
BEST HOLIDAY MOVIES
Single All The Way
The holiday rom-com gets a bit more inclusive, as best friends Peter and Michael discover their fake relationship has real chemistry – with the help of Peter’s eccentric family.
