Top 10 Christmas films
YAY, December has finally arrived and that can only mean one thing, Christmas is around the corner. One of the things that I love about the Christmas season is the Christmas films. Ever since I was a little girl, my mum would buy me the Christmas special TV guide just so that I could keep track of the films showing on TV. It is a part of my Christmas tradition that will probably never be broken.
Some people find Christmas films a bit cliché or cheesy. But there is nothing that I love more than curling up on the sofa, with a blanket and some snacks binge-watching a festive flick. To kick off the month of December I compiled a list of my top 10 Christmas films that I think you should watch during the Xmas season.
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Home Alone (1990)
It is impossible to talk about Christmas films without mentioning the Home Alone Franchise. I mean it doesn’t even make sense in my opinion. Child star McCauley Culkin plays Kevin McCallister, who was mistakenly left behind at home when his family jetted off to Paris. Alone for Christmas, Kevin is living his best life until two local burglars attempted to put his house on their hit list. I can never get tired of this film it is a family favourite and it will definitely get you in the mood for the holidays.
Mixed Nuts (1994)
Steven Martin stars in this Christmas comedy as Phillip who runs a crisis hotline with Catherine and Mrs Munchnik. The hotline is under crisis when Philipp is served with an eviction notice on Christmas Eve, he is in desperate need of money and a miracle. So many unexpected twists and turns take place as many paths cross the night before Christmas.
Miracle on 34th Street (1994)
Can the real Santa please stand up? Six-year-old Mara Wilson (Matilda, Mrs Doubtfire) plays Susan who is determined to out the real Santa after coming across who she thinks is the real deal in the local department store. This film is a remake and I must say it is better than the original for me. It is family friendly and it has all of that Christmas good stuff to kick-start the holidays.
The Preachers Wife (1996)
This loving, sentimental, family-friendly Christmas flick is a remake of the 1947 film ‘The Bishops Wife’. The cast includes music royalty Whitney Houston, actor- extraordinaire
Mr Denzel fine like chocolate Washington and the legend that is Courtney B Vance. A family church run by Henry Briggs ( CB Vance) is on the brink of decline and so is his family life. Devoted Wife Julia is being neglected and their child in the process.
When all of a sudden their prayers are answered in the form of an angel sent to New York named Dudley (Denzel). This film will definitely put you in the Christmas spirit. It is an oldie but goodie with an amazing soundtrack if I do say so myself.
Jingle all the way (1996)
My big brother and I loved this film when we were growing up. If I did not watch Jingle all the way at some point during the festive season something definitely had to be wrong. The film is pretty simple, two fathers Arnold Schwarzenegger and Sinab are running all over Minneapolis on Christmas Eve trying to buy a sold-out toy ‘Turbo Man’ for their sons. Everything that could go wrong does and the two try everything in their power to get the toy under the tree before Christmas day. This is another light-hearted Christmas classic full of laughs.
Elf (2003)
Will Ferrel brings the character Buddy to life in this festive feel-good flick. Buddy has lived in the north pole his whole life and worked as one of Santa Claus elf’s but he is human. So one day he sets off to New York to find his biological father and finds himself on one heck of a journey. It is impossible not to love this film and I look forward to watching it again this year. For my readers in the UK, we are in luck because Elf will be showing on ITV on Sunday 16th December 2018 at 6pm. Get your snacks ready boo 🙂
Love Actually (2003)
It is impossible not to love a romantic Christmas film. Love Actually gives us just that and more, as it follows the lives of 8 couples in London during the run-up to Christmas. I love how this film brings different couples stories together. I truly hope to see this film one on the TV Christmas guide this year, there is nothing like a good romantic Christmas Love story.
Last Holiday (2006)
Queen Latifah takes on the role of a patient who finds out she is terminally ill. Since this will be her last Christmas alive she decides to do it big and blow all her savings. Only for her to later find out that her test results were wrong. – This film is available on UK Netflix and it starts LL Cool J as the main love interest. This is a good film to watch especially for the hopeless romantics and singles lol.
This Christmas (2007)
A black African American family coming together for the first time in 7 years to celebrate Christmas is just a recipe for disaster. Old wounds, rivalry’s, broken bonds and lots of secrets upstage what is supposed to be a time of love, celebration, reflection and unity. Despite all of the obstacles, the family somehow manage to come together stronger than ever. The cast is jam-packed with some of the most beloved Black actors, actresses and entertainers.
The Best Man Holiday (2013)
I LOVE this film like I really really love this film. The Best Man Holiday is the sequel to The Best Man. The film is set around college friends who reunite to spend Christmas with each for the first time 15 years. I highly suggest that you watch the first film just so you have a better understanding. When you finally watch The Best Man Holiday, have those tissues ready because this one is a tear jerker. If you live in the UK and have Netflix, you can catch this one on there too.
So there you have it, these are my top 10 Christmas films. All of which will definitely get you into the spirit of Christmas. It is never too early to start watching Christmas films so don’t let anyone put you off.
Every week this month, I plan to watch a Christmas film, you should join in on the fun too. Line up some of your favourite Christmas films, get yourself some snacks and enjoy.
Let me know how it goes by hitting me up on Twitter @JennasWorldView.
Stay Blessed
Lots of Love
Jenna
xoxo
COLLETTE JIMENEZ
These are a few of my favorites. But the one I love best is A Christmas Carol. By Charles Dickens and the list goes on ending with all the carols…Don’t forget the roasted chestnut’s .
TheBlackPrincessDiaries
This Christmas is my absolute favorite movie! I can’t how many times I’ve watched it. The best man holiday is a close 2nd. Great list!
Janae Johnson
Agree!
Liv's Little Blog
I love Christmas films so much! I will definitely be checking out some of the ones off this list that I haven’t seen before xx
jennasworldview
Hi Liv
Thank you for reading x
thoughtsfromjasmine
I’ve only seen 2 of these! Really need to up my game!
Jas xx | https://thoughtsfromjasmine.co.uk
Jessika G.
Miracle on 34th Street is my all time favorite Christmas movie! I used to watch it every year right after the thanksgiving day parade as a little official ushering in of the season!
Peace & Love,
Jessika G.
eviebraithwaite
Ah Elf will forever be my all time favourite Christmas film, Will Ferrel is hilarious. I can’t wait to binge watch some more of these! x
Evie x | https://eviejayne.co.uk
Chloe
Miracle on 34th Street has to be one of my favourite Christmas movies. There is something about Christmas movies that make them so wonderful to watch especially at this time of the year. Home alone is another I enjoy because I find it so entertaining and funny. It’s a film I really enjoy when I’m sat cosy at home and enjoying a relaxing evening after work.
Imogen Chloe
I haven’t seen some of these, will definitely have to get watching! Elf and Love Actually are amazing! Imogen – https://imogenchloe.co.uk xx
Siobhain McKenna
There’s a lot of Christmas movie posts but it good to see you had different choices ?
paddockfamily4
Home Alone and Elf are our absolute favorites! And A Christmas Story!!!
Janae Johnson
I absolutely love this time of the year! ♥️
Can’t wait to watch all my favs too! You have 5 of them on your list!
MsTeeQueology
Home Alone is still my favorite of all time. It took the place of A Christmas Story.
hanmwill
Really need to watch Home Alone and Miracle on 34th Street this year because it been so long since I’ve seen them! Great list! x
jennasworldview
Thank you for reading ?
Jenna|xo
Vada Green
I haven’t watched some of these – I’ll get on that! I love Elf and Love Actually so much, as well as Home Alone
jennasworldview
Thank you for reading!
Most definitely check them out as these are some great #Christmasfilms
Jenna|xo
Seeking Wonderful
Home Alone is probably the ultimate Christmas movie of all times! I love it. 🙂 Last Holidays is also such a wonderful movie. It makes me wanna go to Karlovy Vary to eat and spend everything!
ChatterboxChloe
The last holiday is definitely one of my favourites too! I just love the story ? Great post!
lydia-on-life
Home Alone is a tradition in my house but this year my mum wants us to watch something different. I’m so glad I have a list I can refer too!
Christmas movie night is gonna be lit! I cant wait xx
hannahslifediaries
Some great classics here! One of my favourite Christmas films is Bad Santa, it’s terrible but I find it hilarious. Thanks for sharing!
Hannah | hannahslifediaries.com
jennasworldview
Hi Hannah
Thank you for reading
I agree, but when a film is bad it makes it even more of my guilty pleasure lol
Jenna xox
Iddy Biddy Works Of Love
Wonderful list- some of my favorites and several I’ll be watching for the first time this month. PS you’re hilarious, love that humorous style!
jennasworldview
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Thank you so mcuh for reading, I appreciate it
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astoldbyali
Home alone is an all time fave! A real classic. I’ve been watching the Netflix Christmas movies tho and I love the cheesiness about them ?
jennasworldview
Hey Queen
Thank you for reading.
Netflix Christmas films have been coming in handy, since they are available by the click of a button.
Jenna xo
Beaton
growing Christmas was never Christmas until I watched HomeAlone!!!!!!!
~B
jennasworldview
Hey Beaton
Thank you for reading
Lets just say HOME ALONE is the GOAT of the Christmas films lol
Jenna xo
Beaton
Agreed!!!!
~B
Melanie
I haven’t seen some of these! The Preacher’s Wife is so underrated. I’ll have to watch it again this year.
https://www.melanie.city/behind-the-christmas-music-7-origin-stories-behind-hit-christmas-songs/
jennasworldview
Hey Melanie
Thank you for reading
I do hope you get a chance to check out some films from the list this year.
Jenna xox
Ronkerria's Post
I usually don’t like Christmas movies but this list is good! I have seen a few of this movies and they are really good. Good post!
jennasworldview
Thanks for reading Ronkerria!