With the holidays circling around, the days growing shorter, and the chilly weather settling in, there’s nothing like getting cozy and enjoying some Christmas films. From classics to modern, these movies capture the spirit of the holiday season and would be a great addition to your movie marathon.
Let’s start off with a classic, kick off your movie marathon with Home Alone (1990) available on Disney+. This classic film tells the story of Kevin McCallister, a young boy who was left behind during Christmas vacation and defends his house from burglars. It’s a Christmas staple that never gets old!
Keep the fun going with Elf (2003)! Available on Hulu and HBO Max, Buddy, a human raised as an elf, goes to New York to find his dad., Just like Home Alone, this classic is great for a laugh and spreading the Christmas joy.
Directed by Jon Favreau
Now, if you want a break from the classics, you can enjoy a newer movie like Dear Santa (2020), which is Available on Hulu and Amazon Prime. This movie gives a reminder that there is still good in the world, as it shows people coming together to make holiday wishes come true. You’ll feel the Christmas spirit as well as a heartwarming feeling as you watch people help each other through the holidays.
Directed by Dana Nachman
Another new and heartwarming movie to watch these holidays is “ The Noel Diary”(2022), which is available on Netflix. This movie tells the story of a novelist who reconnects with his roots and even finds love along the way.
Directed by Charles Shyer
Now that you’ve got some movies in mind, let’s think snacks. You can’t go wrong with a good movie paired with some good snacks. You can always stick to the basics and grab some popcorn, or you can really stick to the Christmas theme and enjoy some gingerbread cookies or peppermint bark for something sweet. Now if you want something savory aside from popcorn you could have a festive snack mix. And don’t forget to get some hot cocoa, eggnog, or spiced cider for a drink.
Now you’re ready to have your Christmas marathon, so get comfy, put on some Christmas PJs, and enjoy these amazing classic and new films!