10 of the best Christmas films

Grab your Christmas jumper, your cosiest blanket and a cup of hot chocolate, and settle in to watch some Christmas films. Maybe you need a reminder of the movies you were probably obsessed with during your childhood, so here are 10 of the best Christmas films for you to watch to get in the true festive spirit.

1. Elf

If Buddy the Elf isn’t your spirit animal, I don’t know what to say to you. Elf is guaranteed to make you smile throughout with plenty of chaotic energy. Our tip: watch it with your fave sweet treats.

2. Home Alone

Home Alone is a strong contender for the best Christmas film ever. It makes us want to ‘accidently’ miss all of our family holidays, so we can be just as iconic and heroic as Kevin. If you want even more, Home Alone 2 is just as good!

3. Polar Express

The Polar Express is arguably one of the best, animated films to date. And I bet you didn’t know that Tom Hanks is the voice of six characters in the film?! Where can we catch the Polar Express from again?

4. The Muppets Christmas Carol

Is there anything that the Muppets will do that we cannot help but love? It’ll send you straight back to your childhood with the classic storyline.

5. How The Grinch Stole Christmas (Live-action)

Not only can we sometimes relate to the Grinch, but his one-liners make this live-action twist on the original one of the best festive films. You’ll defo wanna spend Christmas in Whoville after watching.

6. Love Actually

Nothing says Christmas more than Hugh Grant shimmying from room to room whilst blasting Jump—iconic. Bonus points if you watch this one in your Christmas jumper.

7. The Nightmare Before Christmas

For Halloween or for Christmas? Why not both?. With a twist on Christmas carols, this would even appeal to all the Grinch’s and Scrooge’s out there. It’s perf for those who love a spooky yet festive aesthetic.

8. Miracle on 34th Street

A film that will definitely pull on the heartstrings and remind you what Christmas is all about. And it features our favourite child star, Mara Wilson aka Matilda.

9. The Holiday

The ultimate cheesy Christmas rom-com. This is the ultimate Christmas rom-com that gives you allll the cosy vibes. Yes plz.

10. The Snowman

A beautiful heart-melting illustration of friendship that takes you right back to your childhood, a classic.

It's time for a Christmas movie night

You can’t really have Christmas without a Christmas film (or ten) right? So, which one are you going to watch first? Don’t forget to use UNiDAYS discount for Disney+, where you can watch Home Alone, The Nightmare Before Christmas, Home Alone, Die Hard and sooo much more.

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