The holiday season is upon us, bringing with it cozy nights perfect for family bonding and making memories.
After a very busy year full of different activities, the Christmas holiday period is often the time families spend more time together under one roof. It is also the best time to watch some classic Christmas movies with loved ones.
In this report, thirteen (13) must-watch films to make your festive season merry and memorable have been highlighted.
The list of classic Christmas movies are mixture of evergreen tales, romance, and even horror genres to give you and your family memories to keep.
1. Home Alone (1990): This slapstick classic comedy about a mischievous eight-year-old who defends his home from burglars during Christmas break is an absolute classic. Macaulay Culkin’s iconic performance and the hilarious traps he sets to make this a laugh-out-loud favourite for the whole family.
2. Last Christmas (2019): Emilia Clarke shines as Kate, a cynical young woman working as an elf in a year-round Christmas shop. When she meets Tom (Henry Golding), a charming and mysterious stranger, her life takes a turn for the magical. This heartwarming and bittersweet tale is a reminder that love can bloom in the most unexpected places, even at Christmas.
3. Family Switch (2023): A family comedy about a rare cosmic event that causes a family to swap bodies with each other. The film follows the Walkers, a seemingly normal suburban family who are struggling to connect with each other.
4. The Christmas Chronicles (2018): This Netflix film stars Kurt Russell as a charming and slightly mischievous Santa Claus. When two siblings accidentally crash his sleigh on Christmas Eve, they join him on a magical adventure to save the holiday. The movie is full of wonder, humor, and heart, and it’s sure to become a new holiday classic.
5. A Christmas Prince (2018): This Netflix rom-com follows a journalist who poses as a royal tutor to get the scoop on a soon-to-be queen. But she soon finds herself falling for the handsome prince himself. This light and fluffy movie is perfect for a cozy night with your favorite holiday treats.
6. Silent Night (2023): A group of people gather at a remote estate for a Christmas dinner party, but as the night goes on, it becomes clear that something sinister is at play. The movie is a suspenseful and thrilling take on the classic Christmas story. It’s perfect for those who like their holiday movies with a bit of edge.
7. The Princess Switch (2018): Vanessa Hudgens stars as a Chicago baker who switches places with a look-alike duchess for the holidays. This charming romantic comedy is full of mistaken identities, royal intrigue, and a whole lot of Christmas cheer.
8. Holidate (2020): Emma Roberts and Luke Bracey team up in this hilarious and heartwarming rom-com about two singles who agree to be each other’s platonic plus-ones for every holiday throughout the year. But as they spend more time together, they start to develop real feelings for each other. This movie is full of laugh-out-loud moments and a sweet holiday romance.
9. Falling for Christmas (2022): Lindsay Lohan makes her rom-com comeback in this Netflix film about a spoiled hotel heiress who loses her memory after a skiing accident and ends up in the care of a charming lodge owner. This feel-good movie is full of holiday magic and second chances.
10. Christmas with You (2022): This heartwarming and hilarious film follows a pop star who heads to a small town to find inspiration for her next Christmas song. But she ends up finding more than just inspiration – she finds love and a renewed appreciation for the simple things in life.
11. A Naija Christmas (2021): This Netflix film is a sweet and heartwarming story about a Nigerian family who emigrates to the United States just before Christmas. As they try to adjust to their new life and culture, they learn the importance of family and tradition.
12. A California Christmas (2021): This Netflix romantic comedy follows a Los Angeles chef who travels to a charming small town for the holidays and ends up falling for a local farmer. This film is full of festive cheer, delicious food, and a swoon-worthy romance.
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