10 Must-See Holiday Movies

Entertainment is a huge part of the holidays. We’ve already talked about our favorite holiday music and TV specials, so now it’s time for the ultimate form of entertainment: holiday movies! We’ve listed our top 10 favorites below. Use them as a guide for your holiday movie watching and let us know in the comments what you can’t believe we left out! How the Grinch Stole Christmas Dr. Seuss’s masterpiece is a can’t-miss holiday movie, no matter which of the multiple versions you watch. The Grinch’s change of heart will melt your heart, and his journey is filled with moments that will make you laugh no matter how many times you’ve seen it. Frosty the Snowman You probably grew up watching this classic tale of a snowman come to life. Watch it with your younger siblings and cousins this year, or have it on in the background while you make a gingerbread house or wrap gifts. It’s a Wonderful Life This is the ultimate family holiday movie. Gather around with your parents and grandparents and watch George Bailey discover what really matters in life. source Santa Clause Is Coming to Town Ever wondered how Santa came to be? This will fill you in. Think of it as Batman Begins, but for the holidays (and a lot brighter, merrier, and jollier). Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer The Island of Misfit Toys, the Abominable Snowman, the friendly little elf, the ubiquitous reindeer song” “this movie is perhaps the ultimate holiday classic. If you’ve skipped it the past few years, make sure you watch it this year in honor of its 50th anniversary! source A Christmas Story A lot of people haven’t actually seen this holiday classic. If you’re one of them, make this the year you finally watch it so you don’t feel left out when everyone’s constantly quoting it. TBS is airing it all day long on Christmas Day. source Miracle on 34th Street Whether you watch the 1947 original or the “90s remake, this story of a department store Santa spreading holiday cheer is just the type of heartwarming, spirited story you want to see this time of year. source Elf Getting a little tired of old holiday movies? Pop in this modern classic for a good laugh. source A Christmas Carol There are many versions of this Charles Dickens tale. Watch the Disney version with your younger relatives and then have your friends over to watch the more recent Jim Carey version! source The Santa Claus Nothing gets you into the holiday spirit like being forced to become Santa. source What are your must-see holiday movies?