With the holidays fast approaching, it’s time to embrace the festive spirit and indulge in heartwarming Christmas movies. Whether you’re a fan of classic holiday tales or seeking new heartwarming romances, comedies, or animated adventures, there’s a perfect Christmas movie waiting to be streamed. This guide presents a curated list of the best Christmas movies available on various streaming platforms, including Netflix, Disney+, Max, Hulu, Amazon Prime Video, and Peacock.
Best Christmas Movies on Netflix
Our Little Secret
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“Our Little Secret” features Lindsay Lohan and Ian Harding as exes Avery and Logan, who unexpectedly reunite during the holiday season when their current partners turn out to be siblings. To avoid complications with her potential future mother-in-law, played by Kristin Chenoweth, Avery decides to keep her past relationship with Logan a secret.
Watch Our Little Secret on Netflix.
The Merry Gentlemen
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In “The Merry Gentlemen,” Britt Robertson stars as Ashley, a former big-city dancer who returns to her small town to help save her parents’ struggling bar. Her plan? A sexy all-male dance revue featuring local talent, including Chad Michael Murray.
Watch The Merry Gentlemen on Netflix.
A Biltmore Christmas
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Screenwriter Lucy Hargrove, played by Bethany Joy Lenz, travels to the Biltmore House for inspiration to remake a holiday classic. A magical mishap transports her to the movie’s 1947 set, where she falls for the charming leading man, portrayed by Kristoffer Polaha. Lucy must now fix the disruption she caused before returning to the present.
Watch A Biltmore Christmas on Netflix through Dec. 31.
Falling for Christmas
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Lindsay Lohan returns to the screen as Sierra, an heiress who develops amnesia after a skiing accident. She finds romance and holiday cheer with a brooding lodge owner, played by Chord Overstreet, and his daughter.
Watch Falling for Christmas on Netflix.
Love Hard
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“Love Hard” stars Nina Dobrev as Natalie, a journalist who travels for the holidays to meet Josh Lin (Jimmy O. Yang), a guy she met online. Discovering she’s been catfished, Natalie gets entangled in a holiday charade to win over the real Josh (Darren Barnet).
Watch Love Hard on Netflix.
Best Christmas Movies on Disney+
Home Alone
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This 1990 classic features Macaulay Culkin as Kevin McCallister, a young boy accidentally left home alone during the holidays. Kevin must defend his home from burglars using hilarious and inventive booby traps.
Watch Home Alone on Disney+.
The Santa Clause
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Tim Allen stars as Scott Calvin, who accidentally becomes Santa Claus after a fateful Christmas Eve incident. He embraces the role, taking his son on a magical journey to deliver presents.
Watch The Santa Clause on Disney+.
Best Christmas Movies on Max
Elf
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Will Ferrell delivers laughs as Buddy, a human raised as an elf who travels to New York City to find his biological father. This heartwarming comedy is guaranteed to bring a smile to your face.
Watch Elf on Max.
A Christmas Story
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This 1983 classic tells the story of Ralphie Parker (Peter Billingsley), a young boy who desperately wants a Red Ryder BB gun for Christmas. Narrated by adult Ralphie, the film recounts hilarious childhood memories and holiday mishaps.
Watch A Christmas Story on Max.
Conclusion
This guide offers a starting point for your holiday movie marathon. With a diverse range of options across different streaming platforms, there’s something for everyone to enjoy this Christmas season. So, gather your loved ones, grab some hot cocoa, and settle in for a night of festive fun with these heartwarming Christmas classics and new favorites. Happy watching!
