Top 7 Classic Vietnamese Tet Movies You Shouldn't Miss

This film is a special, meaningful gift from the filmmakers to children during the Tet holiday. 'New Year's Gift' tells the story of three boys: Hiếu, Duy, and Đản. Each comes from a different family background, which results in very different Tet gifts. Some receive thoughtful presents from well-off parents, while others, like Duy, are left behind in the city to earn money and send it home to their mothers and siblings. When Duy and Hiếu face difficulties, Đản comes to their aid. Upon learning about their struggles, the two friends return the favor with meaningful gifts. In the end, each boy receives the gift they truly wished for.

This film is a beautiful message about friendship, life, empathy, and the importance of sharing with those less fortunate. A short film, yet it holds a depth far beyond its runtime.

As the title suggests, 'A Miraculous Tet' is a heartfelt Tet film about a magical, joyous holiday. It tells the story of a young boy who dreams of a complete family, with both a father and a mother by his side. After a series of misunderstandings and challenges, the boy’s wish comes true with the return of his father at the end of the film.

This meaningful work explores family bonds and is the perfect film to watch during Tet. It reminds us of the importance of reunion and love, celebrating a warm and loving Tet holiday with family.

This television series from Ho Chi Minh City Film Studio, 'Joyful Tet Stories', was produced in 2004 and consists of three episodes. The story follows a family whose eldest son has been working hard in the city and hasn’t returned home for Tet. In a heartfelt twist, the parents travel to the city, and with the help of his colleagues, the family is finally reunited.

Starring veteran Vietnamese actors like NSƯT Hồng Vân and Phi Điểu, the film remains a timeless classic about the sacred bonds of family during Tet.

Although it was made some time ago, the film 'Stories Before Tet' still captivates audiences with its unique charm. The plot centers around the relationship between the members of the Hoàng family in the village of Hạ.

'Stories Before Tet' tells the tale of Mr. Kiếm’s plot to take over his uncle Tự's ancestral house and land. To achieve this, he organizes a grand 80th birthday celebration for Tự and attempts to forge a fake will with the help of his brother, Đạo—although their plan ultimately fails.

This film carries a profound humanistic message while offering a nostalgic look at rural Tet traditions, such as celebrating the elderly, making bánh chưng, and expressing simple yet meaningful family bonds.

'Who Visits on Tet' follows Thi (played by Quốc Khánh), a handsome, tall engineer with a charming personality, from a well-off family, yet still single despite his age. His quest for a perfect wife, one who meets his unrealistic standards, leads him to avoid settling down.

Thi’s search is hindered by his own flaws—he is stingy and overly calculative in his relationships. In the end, Thi rushes to buy a pair of shoes for the woman he once dismissed for being 'too short.' The film closes with Thi realizing that true happiness doesn’t lie in perfection, and he finally finds a partner who suits him. A heartwarming and humorous film that beautifully captures the essence of Tet.

'The New Year's Eve Guest' is an unusual and surprising film with a meaningful conclusion. It begins with a drunken artist who mistakenly enters a neighbor's house, assuming it is his own. The house belongs to a married woman (played by Minh Hòa). The artist, in his drunken state, pretends to be the host and invites the woman and her child to join him for drinks as if they were guests.

When the mistake is revealed, the artist is warmly invited to stay, and they celebrate the New Year together. The film ends with an unexpected twist, as the artist, through this chance encounter, brings joy and happiness back into the woman's life by reuniting her with her husband, thus restoring their family.