Best Holiday Movies to Watch Next
As the holiday season approaches, we’re all looking forward to one thing: great holiday movies. During this uncertain time, uplifting holiday movies can help you cope with stress and anxiety as they are comforting and heartwarming—something we need more of in 2020. Whether you are looking for a Christmas classic or a romantic holiday film, these are our favorite flicks for sitting back, relaxing, and enjoying a festive plot on the big screen.
Office Christmas Party (2016)
This hilarious movie is a must-see during the holiday season. When a family business is handed to the CEO’s (Jennifer Aniston) brother (T.J. Miller) and his chief technical officer (Jason Batement), things start to get out of hand. T.J. Miller decides to throw the craziest office Christmas party one has ever seen to win over the client.
Elf (2003)
Elf is probably the star of this list, bringing endless laughs to fill the holiday season. In this movie, Will Ferrell plays an elf who is raised by Santa and travels to New York City to find his biological father after discovering he’s not actually an elf.
Love Actually (2003)
Love Actually is a Christmas-themed rom-com with nine different vignettes about love that intertwine as the plot develops. The stories are all so unique—one following the plot of a British Prime minister, for example, while another includes a young schoolboy and the classmate he’s crushing on. Some actors in this movie include: Hugh Grant, Liam Neeson, Keira Knightley, and Rowan Atkinson. Dare we say this is the best feel-good Christmas romance movie of all time?
How the Grinch Stole Christmas (2000)
In this live-action adaptation of Dr. Seuss’ tale, the Grinch decides to pose as Santa Claus and steal Christmas from the Who’s down in Whoville. He does this with the help of Max, his loyal dog and best friend. The motivation for this sadistic act comes from his loneliness during the holiday season. However, his plan finds a stump when the Grinch meets Cindy Lou Who who exclaims, “No one should be alone on Christmas.” Another version of this movie is the cartoon version called The Grinch. Both are great hits!
The Polar Express (2004)
If we can think of one movie to define the holiday season, it would be The Polar Express. This magical movie brings adventures and what everyone should see in their lifetime.
A Charlie Brown Christmas (1965)
It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas, which means it’s time to watch A Charlie Brown Christmas! In this holiday classic, Charlie Brown tries to find the true meaning of Christmas.
Home Alone (1990)
Ever heard of the quote, “Keep the change, ya filthy animal”?! Around Christmas time, Macaulay Culkin is forgotten when his family departs on a holiday vacation. After they leave, Culkin is faced with the task of battling a pair of con men in order to protect his home from burglary, forcing him to get creative.
It's a Wonderful Life (1946)
A Wonderful Life has been around for generations. Frank Capra's 1946 film featuring James Stewart is a Christmas classic about a family with an inspiring story. Watching this movie will leave you feeling a sense of belonging, love, friendship, and hope.