The holiday season is the perfect time to cozy up and enjoy festive entertainment. While new Christmas movies are always exciting, there’s a treasure trove of heartwarming TV shows and specials available for streaming. From classic cartoons to modern rom-coms, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. This guide presents a curated selection of 21 of the best Christmas TV shows and specials to stream this holiday season, ensuring a festive binge-watching experience.
Hallmark Channel’s Festive Offerings
Finding Mr. Christmas
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Hosted by Mean Girls star Jonathan Bennett, Finding Mr. Christmas is a reality show where ten aspiring actors compete in festive challenges to become Hallmark’s next leading man. This fun and lighthearted competition embodies the spirit of Christmas.
Watch Finding Mr. Christmas on Hallmark+.
Holidazed
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This eight-episode limited series follows six diverse families living on the same cul-de-sac as they navigate the joys and challenges of the holiday season. Starring Ser’Darius Blain, Erin Cahill, and Ian Harding, Holidazed celebrates the importance of community and togetherness during Christmas.
Watch Holidazed on Hallmark+.
Christmas Classics Reimagined
The Santa Clauses
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Nearly three decades after the original Santa Clause movie, Tim Allen reprises his role as Scott Calvin, now contemplating retirement and the search for a successor. This Disney+ series continues the beloved story with heartwarming humor and holiday magic.
Watch The Santa Clauses on Disney+.
Romantic Christmas Comedies
Dash & Lily
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Based on the young adult novel, this Netflix series tells the story of Dash and Lily, two teenagers with contrasting personalities who connect through a shared red notebook filled with dares and dreams during the Christmas season in New York City.
Watch Dash & Lily on Netflix.
Christmas Flow
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This French romantic comedy series on Netflix explores the unexpected holiday romance between a cynical journalist and a famous rapper, proving that opposites can attract during the most wonderful time of the year.
Watch Christmas Flow on Netflix.
Animated Christmas Specials
A Charlie Brown Christmas
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This timeless animated classic follows Charlie Brown’s quest to find the true meaning of Christmas amidst the commercialism of the holiday season. A heartwarming tale for all ages.
Watch A Charlie Brown Christmas on Apple TV+.
A Garfield Christmas
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The iconic lasagna-loving cat, Garfield, spends Christmas on a farm with his family, learning valuable lessons about love and togetherness. This animated special is purrfect for family viewing.
Watch A Garfield Christmas on Peacock.
Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmas
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This anthology film features three heartwarming stories starring Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, and other beloved Disney characters, capturing the magic and spirit of Christmas. Don’t miss the sequel, Mickey’s Twice Upon a Christmas, also on Disney+.
Watch Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmas on Disney+.
Holiday Baking Competitions
Nailed It! Holiday!
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For a hilarious take on holiday baking, Nailed It! Holiday! features amateur bakers attempting to recreate elaborate Christmas treats with often disastrously funny results.
Watch Nailed It! Holiday! on Netflix.
Sugar Rush Christmas
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This Christmas-themed spin-off of Sugar Rush showcases talented bakers competing against the clock to create stunning and delicious holiday desserts.
Watch Sugar Rush Christmas on Netflix.
More Holiday Cheer
The Great British Baking Show: Holidays
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Beloved bakers from past seasons return to the tent for a festive baking competition judged by Paul Hollywood and Prue Leith. The season 3 episode featuring the Derry Girls cast is a must-watch for comedic relief.
Watch The Great British Baking Show: Holidays on Netflix.
Christmas Cookie Challenge
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This Food Network competition showcases incredible cookie decorating skills as bakers compete to create the most impressive and festive Christmas cookies.
Watch Christmas Cookie Challenge on Max.
