The Best Movies to Get You in the Holiday Spirit

The holiday season—from Thanksgiving to New Year’s Day—is full of family gatherings and fun traditions. One of the best parts of this time of year is getting to share in your favorite movies with those you love most, whether that’s on the big screen or in your living room watching on your TV from the comfort of the couch. We’ve rounded up some of the best holiday movies you can watch during this festive time of year, so check them out!

With these movies on your watch list, your holiday season will be one to remember. So grab some hot cocoa and curl up on the couch with one of these five flicks—a guaranteed way to make this the best holiday ever!

Elf

In 2003, Will Ferrell and James Caan starred in this family comedy about a man raised as an elf who sets out to find his true identity. Elf is a heartwarming tale that will make you laugh and cry. The characters are endearing and fun, with jokes that never grow old no matter how many times you've seen them. If you're looking for a movie that captures the spirit of Christmas, this is it!

National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation

If you're looking for a movie that will make you laugh but also tug at your heartstrings, National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation is a must-watch. This movie is full of humor, but it also highlights some of the more difficult aspects of family life during the holidays.

A Charlie Brown Christmas

Possibly the most well-known Christmas movie of all time, A Charlie Brown Christmas is a great way to get into that holiday spirit. This animated film has been a perennial favorite since its initial release back in 1965 and it's still just as enjoyable today. Plus, who doesn't love Snoopy?

How the Grinch Stole Christmas

Based on the book by Dr. Seuss, a grumpy hermit who despises Christmas and everything it stands for plots to steal Christmas from all of Whoville. After disguising himself as Santa Claus, he raids Whoville with his loyal mutt Max. Watch to see what happens next! ❤️

Miracle on 34th Street

This is one of the classic holiday movies out there. It tells a story of an old man who dresses up as Santa Claus and claims that he is real, but nobody believes him. The movie has a really good message about believing in something even if you're not sure it's true.

A Christmas Story

A Christmas Story follows the life of Ralphie Parker, a nine-year-old boy who wants nothing more than a Red Ryder BB gun for Christmas. The movie features many famous holiday quotes that people have come to know and love such as "You'll shoot your eye out!" and "Frah-gee-lay" (the word 'Fragile,' mispronounced)

Polar Express

A Christmas classic, The Polar Express is about a young boy who boards a magical train that takes him to the North Pole. Along the way, he meets different characters and learns what Christmas is all about.

Tis the season for family traditions. But as you prepare for your family's get-togethers this holiday season, it can be tough to find a movie everyone will love. Luckily, these seven picks will help make it easy on you! All of them are fun, heartwarming and guaranteed to put you in the holiday spirit.