‘Tis The Season: 20 Best Christmas Movies To Watch This Year

We asked our peers and friends around to know what's the one Christmas movie they love, and obviously, it was Home Alone. Let's accept it, almost all of us grew up watching this amusing movie series and adoring the 8-year-old Kevin as he spends his Christmas fighting burglars after he's accidentally forgotten at home by his family. After 5 amazing movie series, we still find ourselves going back to this movie and watching it like for the zillionth time, especially during the holiday season.

IMDb Rating: 7.7/10

Another cute, feel-good and popular Christmas movie to watch to brighten your festive season. Growing up with the Elfs in the Northern Pole, the main character, Buddy heads to back to New York in search of his family. Set in New York, this movie beautifully captures the city during the holiday season (which is also when the city looks and feels its best), amuses us with well-written lines and makes us laugh with Buddy's jolly character.

IMDb Rating: 7/10

If you're the kind of a person who loves watching rom-coms, this movie is for you. And if you've watched it, we'd say go for it again. Plan a cute date with your bae or grab your girlfriends and simply have a cute movie night. Apart from the wonderful cast this classic comedy brings together, we love how relatable, entertaining and timeless this movie is. 

IMDb Rating: 6.9/10

An American musical fantasy, Jingle Jangle is a heart-warming story that revolves around the grandfather and granddaughter duo and beautifully captures their relationship. The former, a genius toymaker, was once betrayed by his apprentice, which leads to him losing everything. His happening toy shops turns into a pawn shop. Years pass away and finally, things seem to change after his granddaughter visits him and brings back his enthusiasm, hope and passion. All in all, Jingle Jangle is a cute movie you can enjoy with your family. 

IMDb Rating: 6.4/10

A cute romantic set up between an aspiring journalist and a royal prince, A Christmas Prince is the perfect movie to start your movie binge this festive season. It is one of our personal favourites and is sure to set the right Christmas-y vibe.

IMDb Rating: 5.8/10

What's better than hearing wedding bells during Christmas? Romance is literally in the air. And that's one reason we love this movie. A cute love story between a wedding planner and a private investigator, the movie is set up around a lavish wedding and revolves around a lot of drama, suspense with tit-bits of romance.

IMDb Rating: 4.4/10

The Polar Express is one movie that has a deeper, shivery undertone, unlike the usual jolly movies you watch during Christmas. What we truly love about the film is that the characters don't look real, but don't look unreal either, they're visually magnetic, where many of the voice performances are by none other than Tom Hanks. It's time you sidestep those Christmas cliches and experience a magical Christmas that'll stay with you a while.

If you're already deep into the Christmas spirit, we're sure you haven't wasted a second and have already bookmarked this year's favourite movie, Klaus, to watch over and over. For the ones who think they might give it a god, we say, go ahead. It's Santa's origin story, let's just lay this to rest. You'll understand how the quintessential Santa got his sled, the reindeer, and how sliding down the chimney became the thing it is today.

IMDb Rating: 8.1/10

Set in a small town, Christmas Inheritance is a good old love story of a spoiled rich brat and the small town boy she falls in love with, while discovering herself. Perfect for a warm cosy evening, this one is sure to give you all the romantic feels.

IMDb Rating: 5.7/10

Released in 2021, this one is a delight to watch. With a gorgeous setting, the story is about two vulnerable 50-somethings who finally find the right person in their lives. The movie exudes joy, hope, love and kindness all of which make it a must-watch this Christmas.

IMDb Rating: 5.5/10

Starring Lindsay Lohan, this one is yet another story of self-discovery filled with love and laughter. Barely two hours long, Falling For Christmas is a heartwarming story that you can just sit back and enjoy.

IMDb Rating: 5.3/10

While Christmas rom-coms seem too predictable, there is a certain comfort and familiarity you feel that makes you watch more of these cheesy movies. Christmas Under Wraps is one of those movies with expected endings but you will enjoy the humour and drama nonetheless.

IMDb Rating: 6.2/10

Animated movies FTW! Who doesn’t know and love Shrek? But we love Christmas Shrek even more. Shrek The Halls is a short Christmas special where things go haywire at first but come together in the end for a happily ever after - all in line with the spirit of Christmas.

IMDb Rating: 6.4/10

Recently released, Christmas On Mistletoe Farm is about a widowed father who finds it difficult to adjust to the new farm life while his kids plan on staying there forever. Will the father stay there? Who or what will make him stay? Watch now and find out!

IMDb Rating: 4.6/10

Single during the holiday season? Pretend-date your way out! At least that’s what they did in Holidate. It may be a cliche but would make for a fun watch for the incredible chemistry, romantic setup, and a predictable yet fresh storyline.

IMDb Rating: 6.1/10

What is Christmas without fantasy and the promise of hope? Based on a book by the same name, A Boy Called Christmas is set in a magical land of elves and pixies. With a lovely star cast, gorgeous scenery, a blend of humour and tragedy, this one is a beautifully-made feel-good family classic.

IMDb Rating: 6.7/10

The Christmas Chronicles is an American comedy film which follows two children, Kate and Teddy, and Santa on a ride to deliver presents before Christmas morning. The movie has beautiful themes of sibling love, coping with loss, and not losing hope in a bad situation, which make it the most heartfelt Christmas movie to watch.

IMDb Rating: 7/10

What's more fun than some twin drama? The Princess Switch follows two people who look identical and switch places, allowing them to live each other's lives. But the best part is that the film ends with a Christmas wedding! We are adding this one to our list right away. 

IMDb Rating: 6/10

Torn between two people. Complicated feelings. Families involved. Dramatic much? Peter asks Nick to pose as his date while they visit his hometown. But Peter's family already has plans to set him up with James. Who will Peter choose? Watch and find out!

IMDb Rating: 6.1/10

Yep, we know this is a movie list, but we're sliding in one cute Christmas show. If you're a sucker for old-school romance, you've got to watch this series. It's just episodes, 30 minutes each, so will be a breeze. This show beautifully captures a teenage love story where the two have never really met each other, but connect merely over words and letters they write for each other on a red notebook. And it's all perfect. Will it be the same once they meet each other in person? Well, find out!  

IMDb Rating: 7.4/10

What's binge-watching Christmas movies without some popcorn and hot chocolate. Stock up now!