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Christmas trees are a time-honored tradition, but there's no rule saying your ornaments need to stick to the same old boring decor. If you're a dedicated fan of a particular TV series or film—or shopping for someone who is—you'll likely find an ornament that perfectly matches your (or their) fandom. To help, we've rounded up 13 of the most iconic pop culture Christmas ornaments that deserve a place on your tree.
1. Friends 'The One with All the Thanksgivings' Ornament; $20
Could this *be* any more festive? | Hallmark/AmazonThanks to Max, you can still binge-watch 'Friends' this holiday season. Celebrate one of the show's most iconic moments, 'The One with All the Thanksgivings,' with this ornament featuring Monica sporting a turkey (along with a fez and sunglasses) on her head. It even plays the memorable dialogue between Monica and Chandler from the episode—could this ornament *be* any more festive?
2. Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone 20th Anniversary Ornament; $16
Lucky for him, Voldemort couldn’t have just ordered the Sorcerer’s Stone from Amazon. | Hallmark/AmazonIn 2021, Hallmark released this ornament to mark the 20th anniversary of the debut of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone (which, while not strictly a Christmas movie, has an interesting connection to a holiday classic). For a fun life-imitates-art moment, consider slipping this ornament into a nearby Potterhead's pocket.
3. The Office Dundie Award Ornament; $13
Can you feel God on this Christmas tree? | Hallmark/AmazonA Dundie is one of the highest honors in the paper industry, and any devoted fan of The Office will be thrilled to have this miniature golden statue hanging from their tree this Christmas.
4. The Mandalorian The Child Ornament; $14
Dangerous perch. | Hallmark/Amazon
5. Super Mario Ornament; $26
This pretty much makes him a superhero. | Hallmark/AmazonCelebrate the heroic adventures of Super Mario World with this ornament that brings to life one of Nintendo's most beloved games.
6. Stranger Things 'Santa Things' Ornament; $14
Stranger Things 'Santa Things' Ornament | Tree Buddees / AmazonAny fan of the Netflix series Stranger Things will enjoy this festive, Christmas-themed twist on the show’s iconic logo.
7. Star Trek 'Mirror, Mirror' Collection First Officer Spock Ornament; $24
He looks a bit villainous for a reason. | Hallmark/AmazonIn the Star Trek episode 'Mirror, Mirror,' the crew of the Enterprise encounters their evil doppelgangers from a parallel universe. And how could you tell they were evil? The goatees, of course. Now, the dark version of Spock can join your holiday celebrations with this interactive ornament, which features built-in lights and audio from the episode.
8. The Golden Girls Blanche Devereaux Ornament; $26
Blanche will bring a touch of glamour to your tree. | Hallmark/AmazonBlanche Devereaux from The Golden Girls always danced to her own rhythm, and now she's getting the Hallmark treatment, complete with the iconic red dress from her wedding. Press the button on the base, and you'll hear her famous line, 'I’ve been having a good time and there wasn’t even a man in the room.'
9. The Nightmare Before Christmas Jack Skellington Ornament; $43
He's about to learn the word 'humbug.' | Hallmark/AmazonFor anyone who believes The Nightmare Before Christmas is more of a Christmas classic than a Halloween favorite, this ornament is a must-have. It shows the Pumpkin King, Jack Skellington, reading A Christmas Carol while his dog Zero peacefully sleeps at the foot of his bed.
10. Doctor Who TARDIS Ornament; $9
Not a functioning time machine. | Hallmark/AmazonDoctor Who enthusiasts often hold the show’s Christmas specials close to their hearts, so they’ll love adding a mini TARDIS to their tree this holiday season.
11. Bob Ross 'Happy Little Christmas' Ornament; $10
He'll teach all your other ornaments how to paint. | Kurt Adler/AmazonThe joy of hanging a tiny Bob Ross figure on your tree is nearly unmatched. Instead of a merry greeting, he’s wishing you a happy little Christmas.
12. SpongeBob and Patrick Christmas Ornaments; $15
They're thrilled to be hanging in the air instead of underwater for once. | Kurt Adler/AmazonEveryone has that one person who can pull a SpongeBob SquarePants quote out for nearly any occasion. This pair of ornaments featuring the show’s dynamic duo is made for them.
13. Cinderella’s Castle 2023 Ornament; $17
Slightly more understated than Mickey in a Santa hat. | Lenox/AmazonLenox’s 2023 Cinderella’s castle ornament, crafted from porcelain and adorned with 24-karat gold accents, offers a refined way for Disney fans to celebrate their fandom this Christmas.
