Are You Ready for a Holiday Movie Marathon? 10 Best Christmas Movies to Watch This Year
One of my favorite holiday traditions is the annual Christmas movie marathon. Me and my family would spend an entire day watching our favorite holiday movies. We love to rewatch Home Alone and we never get bored. We laugh at the funny moments and tear up at the emotional scenes like we’ve never seen before. But don’t worry! I have a long list of recommendations. You’ll surely find the perfect film to match your mood and your family’s style.
Christmas is a time when we simply relax and enjoy all the beautiful things in our lives. Since we were little kids, we learned about the importance of giving during this holiday time, being one of the most beautiful traditions of all time, but also an essential life lesson, that everyone should benefit from.
Besides the magic atmosphere, generated by the beautiful lights and colorful Christmas trees, there’s something special that happens in our hearts. It feels like we are living in a period of acknowledgment and understand how blessed we are to be able to spend our holidays with the most important people in our lives.
Getting ready for a new adventure
The Christmas time offers us the possibility to prepare for the new year. We acknowledge all that we have in our lives and enter the new year with our hearts full of love. The New Year celebration would not feel the same without the entire December month, when we do our best to ornate our homes and create a cozy atmosphere.
In December, we organize family gatherings and we do a lot of special activities with our loved ones. One of the most important ones is probably decorating the Christmas tree. Another one would be represented by the cooking series.
This month is the perfect one for baking funny cookies and listening to Christmas songs. Even though the season can be busy and a little bit stressful with endless to-do lists, shopping, and preparations, the traditions, and the magic feelings make it all worth it.
I have a question for those who love to indulge in sweet treats during the holidays. Is there something better than enjoying a Christmas movie with a plate of freshly baked cookies? I don’t think so. All the delicious snacks add to the festive atmosphere and make the movie-watching experience even more enjoyable. Oh, and let’s not forget to mention the hot cocoa, topped with whipped cream! This beverage is perfect for a cozy night.
Feel the Christmas spirit with these 10 Movies:
1. A Boy Called Christmas
This is the perfect movie to watch with your grandkids. They will simply love the action and the characters. A king promises a special reward in exchange for a symbol of hope, and a young boy named Nicholas tries to help his father win the prize. They will go through a lot of ups and downs together and the boy will find himself on an unforgettable quest to reach a city of magic where elves live.
2. The Christmas Chronicles
Watching this movie feels like Kurt Russell was born to play Santa Claus. The Christmas Chronicles is a very good comedy about Santa who lost a part of the presents and needs help from a pair of kids to save the holiday before daybreak. It’s a great movie and you should also watch this one with your grandkids! This way, you will create beautiful memories together, while also having an amazing time.
In the movie, Russell’s real-life partner takes his side as Mrs. Claus. Isn’t that cool?
3. Christmas Inheritance
Even though this is a classic Christmas setup, it’s still worth your attention. The action takes place in a small town, where a spoiled city girl is sent by her father for Christmas. That way, the father wants to see if she is ready or not to inherit his role. The story gets interesting when she meets there the love of her life, and her perspective completely changes.
4. The Polar Express
This movie is based on the famous book ‘The Polar Express’ and follows a young boy on a magical train ride to the North Pole. Along the way, he learns a lot of new things but also about the spirit of Christmas and the importance of believing in the magic of the season. This movie captivates both children and adults, and you should definitely give it a try!
5. How the Grinch Stole Christmas
This movie is based on Dr. Seuss’s beloved book and presents the story of a grumpy Grinch who plans to steal Christmas. It’s a famous movie and children love it! You saw a lot of holiday decorations and clothing items with Grinch. So, you can surprise your family with Grinch t-shirts and watch the movie in style. The fun part is that, through his journey, the Grinch learns about the meaning of Christmas and starts to love it.
6. A Christmas Prince
There is a Christmas Prince saga on Netflix and you should get cozy and take your time to watch all the 3 available parts. The story begins with an American journalist who travels to the fictional country of Aldovia during Christmas. There, she falls in love with the Aldovian prince. A lot of interesting things will happen in these movies and are totally worth your attention.
Besides the great acting skills, you will be amazed by the beauty of the scenes. All those Christmas decorations play a huge role in creating a cozy atmosphere.
7. The Knight Before Christmas
Your movie marathon can’t be completed without watching all the rom-coms starring Vanessa Hudgens. In this movie, she is a Midwestern high school teacher who falls in love with a medieval knight. The interesting part comes when the knight travels through time to fulfill an unexpected cosmic quest right on Christmas Eve.
8. Elf
This is a modern holiday classic that tells the story of Buddy, a human raised by elves at the North Pole. When Buddy discovers his true identity, he travels to New York City to find his father and spread Christmas cheer. All the delightful characters will make you laugh and warm your heart.
9. Miracle on 34th Street
‘Miracle on 34th Street’ is a beautiful movie about Kris Kringle, who claims he is the real Santa Claus. The action focuses on how he tries to prove his identity and the film explores themes of belief and kindness. This movie is a great reminder of the power of faith and the importance of maintaining a sense of wonder during the holiday season.
10. Love Hard
Nina Dobrev stars in this romantic comedy. She is a writer who travels across the country just to meet a guy she met on the internet. Even though the two had spoken just over the phone, she didn’t believe anything was going wrong. Well, she ends up discovering that she has been duped. The man introduces her to his friend, whose photos he used in his profile, and after spending some time with both of them, she realizes that appearance doesn’t matter as much as the heart does.
Before leaving, let me know if you watched any of these movies and which one is your favorite. Also, let us know in the comment section found below if you have any other recommendations for our readers.
Here is another Christmas-related article, you’ll surely love to read: 10 Celebrities Who Made Outrageous Christmas Gifts to Their Beloved Ones.
Have a Holly Jolly Christmas!
