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Photo: NetflixHoliday classics like It's a Wonderful Life and A Christmas Story are essential viewing during this festive time, but the Christmas cheer doesn't have to end there. Netflix offers plenty of options to build the perfect holiday movie marathon—just grab some hot cocoa and a few Christmas cookies and let the celebrations begin!
Netflix may not yet rival the Hallmark Channel's famous Christmas movie lineup, but it certainly provides plenty of options to enjoy snowflakes, hot cocoa, and Santa's magic anytime you want to indulge in a holiday film.
Discover a great mix of classic Christmas films and Netflix Originals, and start planning your ultimate holiday binge-watch.
1. A Nonsense Christmas With Sabrina Carpenter
Attention Sabrina Carpenter fans! Get ready for her holiday variety special airing on December 6th, featuring surprise guests and, of course, lots of her music.
2. Our Little Secret
Lindsay Lohan reigns as the queen of Netflix rom-coms, and in this film, she unexpectedly crosses paths with a very handsome ex while meeting her boyfriend’s family for the first time. Available on Netflix starting November 27th, 2024.
3. A Bad Moms Christmas
This totally NSFW Christmas sequel follows the "bad moms" (Kathryn Hahn, Kristen Bell, and Mila Kunis) as they rebel against the never-ending holiday to-do list and struggle with their relationships with their own mothers (Susan Sarandon, Cheryl Hines, and Christine Baranski). Totally. Relatable.
4. That Christmas
A blizzard, some runaway turkeys, and a series of Santa-related accidents create a hilarious holiday mishap in this charming animated film. It comes from the director and writer of other beloved British classics, including Love Actually, Four Weddings and a Funeral, and Notting Hill. Available on Netflix December 4th, 2024.
5. Meet Me Next Christmas
This New York fairy tale stars Christina Milian and Devale Ellis as they embark on an adventure through the Big Apple, all in pursuit of some crucial Pentatonix concert tickets. Available on Netflix November 6th, 2024.
6. Hot Frosty
What if Frosty the Snowman had his own Hallmark-style rom-com? This Netflix Christmas movie answers that with rom-com favorite Lacey Chabert as a newly widowed small-town sweetheart and Schitt's Creek's hunky veterinarian Dustin Milligan as a snowman brought to life. (And yes, there's even a Mean Girls reference!) Available on Netflix November 13th, 2024.
7. The Family Man
Think of this holiday movie as a mash-up of two classics—A Christmas Carol and It's a Wonderful Life. Wall Street executive Nicholas Cage discovers an alternate path he could have taken, one filled with love (thanks to the charming Tea Leoni) instead of money.
8. The Noel Diary
After his mother's passing, novelist Jake Turner returns to his childhood home during Christmas and encounters a woman on a quest for answers about her own mother. Together, they navigate their past to uncover their future.
9. Falling for Christmas
Spoiled heiress Sierra (Lindsay Lohan) loses her memory in a skiing accident just after her fiancé proposes. With her fiancé and wealthy hotel magnate father unable to find her, Sierra ends up in the care of local hotel owner and single father, Jake (Chord Overstreet). A love triangle unfolds, and Sierra must figure out what she truly wants.
10. Christmas on Mistletoe Farm
After inheriting a farm, a widowed father struggles to adapt to life in a quirky village, surrounded by its unique residents. Meanwhile, his five children come up with a plan to help save the farm.
11. Christmas With You
Pop star Angelina is under pressure to write a Christmas hit or risk being dropped by her label. Seeking inspiration, she grants a young fan's Christmas wish to meet her. When a snowstorm strikes, Angelina ends up sharing dinner with her fan's spirited family—and her single dad—and finds herself gaining more than just song ideas.
12. Scrooge: A Christmas Carol
The timeless tale of Ebenezer Scrooge and the three Christmas ghosts gets a fresh twist in this animated musical version, full of vibrant colors and catchy songs.
13. I Believe in Santa
In this heartwarming holiday romance, Tom and Lisa, who have been dating for five months, realize they have completely different views on Christmas. While Lisa can't stand the holidays, Tom firmly believes in Santa Claus.
14. A Castle for Christmas
In this year's charming Netflix Christmas movie, Brooke Shields and Carey Elwes share a delightful meet-cute while negotiating the purchase of a beautiful Scottish castle.
15. Single All the Way
This new holiday romantic comedy features a talented cast of comedy favorites (Michael Urie, Jennifer Coolidge, Jennifer Robertson, Kathy Najimy, and Barry Bostwick). Urie’s character persuades his best friend to pretend they’re a couple during the holidays to escape his family’s relentless pressure to find a partner.
16. Jack Whitehall: Christmas With My Father
In comedian Jack Whitehall's holiday special, he navigates the challenges of spending Christmas with his notoriously grumpy father. The show also features appearances from the Queer Eye crew, along with a full cast aiming to help his dad embrace the festive spirit.
17. Alien Xmas
Looking for a fun, kid-friendly Christmas tale? This endearing short animated special tells the story of mischievous aliens trying to steal all the presents, and how a young elf’s act of kindness ultimately saves the day.
18. Dolly Parton's Christmas on the Square
Who doesn't adore Dolly Parton? This over-the-top holiday musical stars the country legend as an angel trying to convince the town’s Scrooge, played by Christine Baranski, to open her heart.
19. Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey
Featuring an ensemble cast and songs by John Legend, this visually stunning Christmas film follows a young girl as she helps her toymaker grandfather reclaim his most prized invention. With catchy songs and dance numbers, it’s a heartwarming tale that will captivate both kids and adults, offering a fresh and imaginative holiday experience.
20. Klaus
In this charming animated Christmas tale, a spoiled postmaster is sent to a remote outpost, where he encounters a certain bearded woodsman with a knack for making toys. A unique twist on the Santa Claus origin story, this movie is full of creative moments and touching scenes that will warm even the coldest hearts. The film was nominated for an Academy Award.
21. The Knight Before Christmas
As part of Netflix's growing selection of holiday romances, this film tells the tale of a medieval knight who is magically transported to present-day Ohio, where he meets a teacher preparing for a lonely Christmas. What follows are predictable, yet heartwarming PG-rated romantic antics, making it a fun holiday flick.
22. Holiday Rush
A successful radio DJ and recent widower plans to enjoy the holidays with his four spoiled children, but after losing his job, he faces the challenge of adjusting his holiday celebrations. This heartwarming family movie carries an important message about the true meaning of the holiday season.
23. A Very Murray Christmas
Bill Murray brings together a star-studded lineup of George Clooney, Amy Poehler, Chris Rock, Maya Rudolph, and more in this festive musical comedy special. Enjoy watching these famous faces sing beloved Christmas tunes like "Let It Snow, Let It Snow, Let It Snow" and "Silent Night."
24. The Holiday Calendar
This Netflix romantic Christmas film follows an aspiring photographer stuck in a small town, working a dead-end job. Her life takes a turn when she inherits an antique Advent calendar from her grandmother, which seems to guide her toward both love and a more fulfilling career.
25. Fireplace for Your Home
Sure, it's not a Christmas movie in the traditional sense, but there's nothing more festive than a roaring fire. If you don't have a fireplace (or the energy to build a fire in your fireplace), filling your space with coziness is as simple as turning on this almost-movie. It even has realistic crackles and pops—play your favorite Christmas music along with it, and you've got a picture-perfect evening. The only downside is that the run-time is an hour, so if you want hours of fire-front coziness, you'll have to restart the video a few times. (P.S. Watch the trailer—it's worth it!)
26. Holiday in the Wild
For a slightly atypical Christmas movie, watch this film about a woman who sends her son off to college and plans a second honeymoon for herself and her husband—only to go on the trip alone after her husband announces his plans to leave her. While on safari, the former vet rediscovers her love for animals and ends up staying longer than expected on an elephant sanctuary, where she channels a powerful message for elephant conservation (and meets a dashing man—played by Rob Lowe—of course).
27. A Christmas Prince
As Netflix's first foray into the Christmas rom-com world, this sweet, goofy movie set a trend that the streaming service is continuing to follow, with a sequel produced the following year and a third movie released in 2019. The movie itself is reminiscent of Hallmark or Lifetime Christmas romantic comedies—a budding journalist sneaks into the castle to get the scoop for an article on a dashing, playboy prince. Romance ensues, of course.
28. The Princess Switch
Vanessa Hudgens plays twin sisters in this charming holiday tale reminiscent of Parent Trap, filled with mix-ups, baking, royal love stories, and more. If you've already binge-watched all the Hallmark Christmas films, this delightful movie is the perfect next pick.
29. The Christmas Chronicles
This 2018 Netflix Original is a live-action, family-friendly film following two siblings who team up with Santa Claus for an unforgettable, action-packed adventure to save Christmas. With Kurt Russell bringing Santa to life, a cast of mischievous elves, reindeer, and all the holiday magic you can imagine, this movie is a joyful ride for all ages—and there’s a sequel to enjoy too.
30. Christmas Inheritance
Take a break from the holiday hustle and enter the world of socialites. In this story, Ellen, a privileged socialite, inherits her father's company but must first visit his small hometown to see where it all started. As she experiences the slower pace of small-town life, Ellen begins to see the holidays—and life in general—in a whole new way.
31. Holidate
In Holidate, two people who loathe the holiday season and always find themselves alone at family gatherings team up to be each other's plus-ones for all the festive events. Starring Emma Roberts and Luke Bracey, what starts as a simple holiday arrangement may just lead to a deeper connection as the two begin to discover unexpected feelings.
32. Let It Snow
This charming rom-com centers around a group of high school friends whose relationships and lives are transformed by a snowstorm on Christmas Eve. Let It Snow is a heartfelt exploration of love, friendships, and surprising moments that unfold amidst a festive winter backdrop.
33. Love Hard
Love Hard is a surprising romantic comedy that sheds light on the quirky and sometimes difficult world of online dating. Nina Dobrev's character falls for a ruggedly handsome guy from the East Coast on a dating app. Eager for a festive surprise, she travels cross-country to spend the holidays with him, only to discover that she's been a victim of catfishing.
34. A Boy Called Christmas
This heartwarming Netflix holiday film follows Nikolas on an adventurous journey to find his father in the magical village of the elves, Elfhelm. Throughout the movie, the true meaning of Christmas shines as Nikolas brings home the priceless gift of hope, spreading holiday cheer and inspiring all along the way.
