A (Not So Ordinary) Top 10 Christmas Movies List
There’s nothing like fixing a hot cup of cocoa, making some popcorn, and getting the whole family to squeeze onto the couch to watch a favorite movie. You are transported to magical and different worlds. You see things you will never get to see in your life. You escape from the troubles of the world for a short time. Now, combine this with one of the most wonderful seasons of the year, and it’s a perfect mix. Christmas is the best time to watch movies together, and these movies have some great stories.
Here is a list of my top 10 Christmas movies. I included some classics, but I also picked some surprises that you may not have thought about watching this Holiday season!
Muppets A Christmas Carol (1992, G)
Let’s start this list with a semi-classic! The Muppet Christmas Carol can be found on Disney Plus, and if you have not watched this one before, it’s a no-brainer. It stars Michael Caine as Ebenezer and is so much fun to watch with the whole family. It’s a nice twist from the normal Christmas Carol story.
Edward Scissor Hands (1990, PG-13)
Alright, so this one is a little bit odd! But it’s still is set during the Christmas season. Tim Burton’s Edward Scissor Hands is incredibly weird, like all great Time Burton films. Growing up, I really enjoyed this movie for its goofiness. You can find this one on Disney Plus, Hulu, and YouTube TV.
Little Women (2019, PG)
Now for something more emotional and classy. Little Women (2019), which has an all-star cast including Emma Watson, Timothée Chalamet, Florence Pugh, and Saoirse Ronan, tells a heartwarming and heartbreaking story about a poor family of women. And, it includes two Christmas scenes! You can watch Little Women on Hulu and SlingTV.
Illumination’s The Grinch (2018, PG)
Here is another twist on a great classic. Illumination’s The Grinch. This might be my favorite christmas movie of all time. Just ask my wife; we watch it every year, or at least I watch it every year. Pharrell Williams and Tyler the Creator do a great job with the music and narration. You can watch it on Peacock, Hulu, or YouTube TV.
Narnia: The Lion The Witch and The Wardrobe (2005, PG)
Narnia: The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe is a “kind of Christmas Movie.” It never specifically says the word Christmas, but (come on) Santa Claus shows up and there is snow throughout the entire movie. This is still a great movie to watch this holiday season, even if you wouldn’t consider it a Christmas movie. You can watch it on Disney Plus.
Klaus (2019, PG)
Watch a new and heartwarming origin story of Christmas! In the frozen north, a rebellious postman and a mysterious toymaker forge an unlikely friendship that will transform a cynical town and bring the spirit of Christmas to life. Not to mention this movie is beautifully hand-drawn. Watch Klaus on Netflix this year.
Ernest Saves Christmas (1988, PG)
In this hilarious holiday classic, Ernest P. Worrell (Jim Varney) accidentally destroys Santa's sleigh and must find him a new one in time for Christmas. Need I say much more? This was one of the staples of my childhood. You can watch it on Amazon Prime, Disney Plus, Hulu, and Paramount.
White Christmas (1954, PG)
Bing Crosby and Danny Kaye star in this classic holiday musical about two World War II veterans who reunite to put on a show at a Vermont inn. White Christmas is a wonderful must-watch classic this year with your family. You can watch this movie on Amazon Prime and SlingTV.
Elf… (2003, PG)
Could I do a top 10 Christmas movie list and not include Elf? I thought about it but was too afraid of the masses! If you haven’t seen what is arguably the most popular Christmas movie ever, then you probably should. You can watch Elf on Hulu, MAX, and Disney Plus.
Marvel’s Hawkeye (2021)
My last suggestion is actually a show. If you are a fan of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, then this one is for you. Marvel’s Hawkeye is a fun 8-episode series where Hawkeye (Jeremy Renner) gets stuck in New York during the Christmas season while training a young protege (Hailee Steinfeld). You can watch it on Disney Plus.