The holiday season has here, bringing with it cozy nights ideal for family bonding and memory-making.
After a hectic year of many activities, the Christmas holiday season is frequently the time when families spend more time together under one roof. It’s also a great time to watch some classic Christmas films with family and friends.
Must-see flicks to make your holiday season pleasant and memorable.
The classic Christmas films on this list are a combination of timeless stories, romance, and even horror to provide you and your family with lasting memories.
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.
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