Movies to Watch: The best Christmas movies of all time
The Christmas season is upon us, and that means it’s time to curl up with a good movie. But what are the best Christmas movies of all time?
There are so many great Christmas movies out there; it’s hard to narrow it down to 11:
But we’ve given it a shot, and here are our picks for the best Christmas movies of all time.
1. It’s a Wonderful Life (1946)
This classic holiday film tells the story of George Bailey (played by Jimmy Stewart), a man who is facing some serious financial troubles. As George contemplates suicide on Christmas Eve, his guardian angel intervenes and shows him what life would be like if he had never been born.
2. A Christmas Story (1983)
This hilarious holiday film follows the misadventures of Ralphie Parker (played by Peter Billingsley), a young boy who desperately wants a Red Ryder BB gun for Christmas. Despite being warned that “you’ll shoot your eye out,” Ralphie persists in trying to get his hands on the coveted toy.
3. Miracle on 34th Street (1947)
In this classic holiday film, a department store Santa Claus (played by Edmund Gwenn) is put on trial after claiming to be the real Santa Claus. The case brings together a skeptical lawyer (played by Maureen O’Hara) and also her young daughter (played by Natalie Wood), who eventually comes to believe in Santa Claus.
4. Home Alone (1990)
In this hilarious holiday film, a young boy named Kevin McCallister (played by Macaulay Culkin) is accidentally left home alone when his family goes on vacation. Kevin must fend for himself against two bungling burglars (played by Joe Pesci and Daniel Stern), who are determined to break into his house on Christmas Eve.
5. Elf (2003)
This hilarious holiday film stars Will Ferrell as Buddy, a human who was raised at the North Pole by Santa’s elves. When Buddy learns the truth about his identity, he sets off for New York City in search of his father (played by James Caan). Along the way, Buddy spreads some Christmas cheer and learns the true meaning of the holiday season.
6. A Charlie Brown Christmas (1965)
In this classic holiday special, Charlie Brown (played by Peter Robbins) is feeling down about the commercialization of Christmas. When he tries to buy a Christmas tree, he ends up with a scrawny little fir tree that no one else wants. But with the help of Linus and Lucy, Charlie Brown comes to appreciate the true meaning of Christmas.
7. How the Grinch Stole Christmas! (1966)
This classic holiday story follows the mischievous Grinch (played by Boris Karloff), who attempts to ruin Christmas for the residents of Whoville. But as the Grinch soon discovers, the spirit of Christmas cannot be extinguish, even also by a Grinch.
8. The Nightmare before Christmas (1993)
This unique holiday film follows Jack Skellington (played by Chris Sarandon), the Pumpkin King of Halloween town, who becomes obsessed with Christmas. Jack decides to take over Christmas, but his well-intentioned plans go awry and threaten to destroy both Christmas and Halloween town.
9. Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer (1964)
In this classic holiday special, Rudolph (played by Billie Mae Richards) is born with a shiny red nose that makes him a laughing stock among also the other reindeer. But when Santa Claus has some trouble on Christmas Eve, Rudolph comes to the rescue and becomes a hero.
10. Frosty the Snowman (1969)
In this classic holiday special, a group of children build a snowman that comes to life when they place a magic hat on his head. The snowman, Frosty (played by Jackie Vernon), then proceeds to lead the children on a merry chase through the streets of their town.
11. Santa Claus is Comin’ to Town (1970)
This classic holiday special tells the story of Kris Kringle (play by Fred Astaire), who is destin to become Santa Claus. But first, he must overcome the evil machinations of the Winter Warlock (played by Keenan Wynn), who doesn’t believe that Santa Claus exists.
Conclusion:
These are just a few of the many classic holiday movies that have been entertaining audiences for years. If you’re looking for a festive way to spend some time this holiday season, be sure to check out one or more of these classics. You’re sure to find them enjoyable and uplifting.