With the upcoming holiday season, comes a whole new slate of Christmas movie releases. Nothing gets you into the holiday spirit quite like a festive Christmas film. Whether you want an action flick, a swoon-worthy rom-com, or an adorable children’s tale, there is something for everybody on this list. It’s time to cozy up by a fire with your loved ones and watch a Christmas movie, a tree shining in the corner, and the smell of pine filling the room!
Meet Me Next Christmas
The Pentatonix Christmas Eve Concert isn’t just a fun holiday activity for Layla, it’s the beginning of her happily ever after. Let’s rewind. Layla has just met James, the man of her dreams. But she doesn’t think she’ll ever see him again until she finds his face on the Pentatonix concert site. She thinks it’s fate, and is determined to attend the concert to find her one true love. Only, there is a slight problem – the hot-selling show is utterly and completely sold out. However, this romantic won’t be deterred, and she enlists the help of a charming concierge to snag her a ticket. The movie is a wild ride as we follow Layla and Teddy hunting down this elusive concert ticket while catching feelings for each other.
Starring Christina Milian and Devale Ellis, this holiday comfort film is available to stream on Netflix beginning November 6th!
Hot Frosty
Widow Kathy Barret is having a difficult start to the holiday season. But her fate takes a turn for the better when she stumbles across a handsome-looking snowman, gifting him a scarf on a lark. The act of kindness coupled with the magic of the Christman season brings this snowman to life! As Kathy looks after “Jack,” his childlike sense of wonder reminds her of the joys of life, and their connection begins to heal her pained heart. But “Jack” is still a snowman, and everyone knows that snowmen melt!
Lead Actress Lacey Chabert is no stranger to Christmas films, and her comedic co-star Dustin Milligan of Schitt’s Creek fame delivers a whimsical performance. Catch this magical and romantic holiday flick on Netflix beginning November 13th!
Red One
This absurdist romp of a Christmas film is unlike any other! After Christmas is threatened by the kidnapping of Santa Claus, it’s up to an E.L.F. (Extremely Large and Formidable) operative and a cynical tracker to save the holiday. This action-packed and humor-filled Christmas movie is sure to entertain older kids and adults alike!
You’ll recognize some of your favorite stars on screen, from Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, Chris Evans, and Lucy Liu. The only movie on this list to have a theatrical release, make sure to catch Red One in theaters starting November 15th!
The Night Before Christmas in Wonderland
You’ve probably heard of Alice in Wonderland, but have you heard of Carys Bexington’s festive take on the children’s classic? This adaption of the picture book of the same name reimagines Lewis Carroll’s whimsical world chock full of Christmas magic. The holiday is put on hold after the Queen of Hearts bans its celebration, all because years ago the White Rabbit forgot her gift. Now, Father Christmas has finally found it and ventures to Wonderland to make things right. With the help of young Alice, they might just be able to save Christmas!
This beautifully animated feast for the eyes is voiced by Gerard Butler, Emilia Clarke, and Simone Ashley. You can catch this magical tale on Hulu beginning November 15th!
The Merry Gentlemen
Ashley was a hot-shot dancer in the city, but now she finds herself right back in her small town. In a mad dash to save her parents’ beloved bar and performance venue, she uses her dancing expertise to stage an all-male “Magic Mike” like Christmas extravaganza. Turns out hot shirtless men CAN save the holidays! Throw in a romance with a too-hot-to-handle handyman and you’ve got one entertaining movie.
Fan favorites Britt Robertson and Chad Michael Murray charm viewers in this sexy yet tame Christmas movie. Make sure to catch it on Netflix starting November 20th!
Our Little Secret
Exes Avery and Logan had a horrific breakup, content never to see each other again. And for 10 years they’ve been successful in their mutual avoidance. But while spending the holiday season with their partners, the pair are shocked to find that the people they’re dating are siblings. Talk about awkward! Avery wishes to keep their tumultuous past under wraps, but being in close quarters makes it hard to keep a secret. Now that they are back in each other’s lives, it’s bringing up old feelings.
Lindsay Lohan continues her holiday movie streak alongside co-star Ian Harding – everyone’s favorite teacher/pedophile/stalker from Pretty Little Liars. Check out this romance on Netflix, which is all about unexpected second chances starting November 27th!
Christmas movies are an exceptional way to embrace the holiday spirit! From kidnapping plots against Santa to snowmen coming to life, anything goes in these magical films. If you’ve exhausted all the classics and are looking for something fresh to celebrate the season with, make sure to catch one of these new releases! Happy Holidays!
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