{"id":10564,"date":"2024-12-18T16:04:32","date_gmt":"2024-12-18T16:04:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.theblogchatter.com\/BeStorified\/?p=10564"},"modified":"2024-12-18T16:17:33","modified_gmt":"2024-12-18T16:17:33","slug":"christmas-movies-to-watch-2024","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.theblogchatter.com\/BeStorified\/culture-and-entertainment\/christmas-movies-to-watch-2024\/","title":{"rendered":"Christmas Movies to Watch While You Wrap Up 2024"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

It\u2019s that time of year when the scent of plum cake and other goodies fills the air, twinkling lights adorn every corner, Christmas carols are heard near houses and the idea of curling up with a good Christmas movie feels like the ultimate festive treat, especially if you stay in a place that gets cold in December. <\/p>\n\n\n

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Whether you’re a fan of heartwarming classics or looking for something fresh to add to your watchlist, we’re serving up holiday gems worth adding to your traditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Family Favourites<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

1. Home Alone Series (1990)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A timeless holiday classic where young Kevin McCallister turns his house into a booby-trapped fortress against burglars. The second movie, Home Alone 2: Lost in New York<\/em>, amps up the fun with Kevin roaming the Big Apple. (Available on Disney+ Hotstar)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. The Christmas Chronicles (2018)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A modern Santa tale where two siblings accidentally crash Santa\u2019s sleigh and embark on an adventurous mission to save Christmas. The high-energy elves are a must-watch! (Available on Netflix)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Arthur Christmas (2011)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This animated gem delves into how Santa delivers gifts with military precision\u2014until one child is missed. A funny yet emotional reminder that no one should be left behind during Christmas. (Available on Amazon Prime Video)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Romantic and Heartwarming<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

4. Love Actually (2003)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Multiple storylines show love in all its forms\u2014romantic, familial, and platonic\u2014set against the festive backdrop of Christmas. The airport reunion scene is legendary! (Available on Amazon Prime Video)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey (2020)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This visually stunning musical is about a toymaker\u2019s quest to reignite his creativity and joy, with standout songs and heartwarming family moments. (Available on Netflix)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Last Christmas (2019)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Inspired by George Michael<\/a>\u2019s hit song, this movie explores second chances and kindness, with a surprising emotional twist that makes it worth the watch. (Available on Amazon Prime Video)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fantasy and Adventure<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

7. Klaus (2019)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A heartwarming reimagining of Santa\u2019s origins, this animated masterpiece explores unlikely friendships and the power of kindness to change an entire town. (Available on Netflix)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A gothic Christmas treat where Halloween meets Christmas as Jack Skellington tries to understand the holiday spirit, creating both chaos and charm. (Available on Disney+ Hotstar)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. The Polar Express (2004)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This motion-capture animated classic follows a boy on a magical train journey to the North Pole. The lifelike visuals and enchanting storyline make it an unforgettable experience. (Available on Amazon Prime Video)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hidden Gems<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

10. An Almost Christmas Story (2024)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This animated short follows Moon, a curious young owl who finds himself stuck in a Christmas tree headed for Rockefeller Plaza. Along the way, he befriends a lost little girl named Luna, and together they discover the magic of Christmas. It\u2019s a heartwarming adventure filled with holiday cheer. (Available on Disney+ Hotstar)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

11. A Christmas Carol (2009)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This animated adaptation of Charles Dickens\u2019 classic tale stands out with its haunting visuals and gripping retelling of Scrooge\u2019s transformation. (Available on Disney+ Hotstar)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

12. The Holiday (2006)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A feel-good rom-com where two women swap homes for the holidays and discover love and life-changing experiences. The cozy English cottage setting is dreamy! (Available on Netflix)<\/p>\n\n\n

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Whether you’re in the mood for family-friendly fun, a heartwarming romance, or a festive adventure, these Christmas movies offer something for everyone. Grab your snacks, cozy up, and let the holiday magic unfold right from your screen. Happy watching!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"It\u2019s that time of year when the scent of plum cake and other goodies fills the air, twinkling lights adorn every corner, Christmas carols are heard near houses and the idea of curling up with a good Christmas movie feels like the ultimate festive treat, especially if you stay in a place that gets cold","protected":false},"author":5,"featured_media":10567,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[138],"tags":[1010,365,196],"class_list":["post-10564","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-culture-and-entertainment","tag-2024-wrapped","tag-christmas-movies","tag-trending"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.theblogchatter.com\/BeStorified\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/10564","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.theblogchatter.com\/BeStorified\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.theblogchatter.com\/BeStorified\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.theblogchatter.com\/BeStorified\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/5"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.theblogchatter.com\/BeStorified\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=10564"}],"version-history":[{"count":4,"href":"https:\/\/www.theblogchatter.com\/BeStorified\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/10564\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":10572,"href":"https:\/\/www.theblogchatter.com\/BeStorified\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/10564\/revisions\/10572"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.theblogchatter.com\/BeStorified\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/10567"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.theblogchatter.com\/BeStorified\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=10564"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.theblogchatter.com\/BeStorified\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=10564"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.theblogchatter.com\/BeStorified\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=10564"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}