The best Christmas films and series

The most festive day of the year is approaching, and nothing beats the magic of a good story to bring the family together. To guarantee your marathon, we've prepared an exclusive selection of the best Christmas movies and series. From nostalgic classics to more recent titles, check out the complete list!

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Happiness Cannot Be Bought (1946)

Original title: It's a Wonderful Life

Where to watch: plex, Prime Video e Youtube

In one of the best Christmas movies, the generous George Bailey (James Stewart) He is about to give up everything on Christmas Eve, when the apprentice angel Clarence (Henry Travers) She appears to help him. By showing him how dark the world would be if George had never existed, the angel makes him rediscover the value of his life and the positive impact he had on the community.

A Nonsense Christmas with Sabrina Carpenter (2024)

Where to watch: Netflix

In this vibrant musical special, the pop diva Sabrina Carpenter She celebrates the end-of-year holidays with performances of songs from her Christmas EP and classic Christmas songs.

The Princess and the Pauper (2018)

Original title: The princess switch

Where to watch: Netflix

One week before Christmas, the pastry chef Stacy and the duchess Margaret (both interpreted by Vanessa HudgensThey discover they are identical and decide to switch places. While Stacy lives the royal protocol alongside the Prince Edward (Sam Palladio)Margaret experiences freedom with her friend. Kevin (Nick Sagar).

The Red-Nosed Reindeer (1964)

Original title: Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer

Where to watch: Prime Video

In this animation in stop motionRejected for having a bright red nose, the young man Rudolph He runs away from home and ends up on an island full of broken and forgotten toys. When he decides to help his new friends, he discovers that his difference is actually his greatest virtue, becoming essential in guiding Santa's sleigh on a stormy night.

A Very Jonas Christmas Movie (2025)

Where to watch: Disney +

In this film, the three brothers Joe, Nick e Kevin Jonas They embark on a race against time in a chaotic journey that begins in London and ends in New York. Desperate to get home for Christmas celebrations with their loved ones, they must overcome numerous unexpected challenges along the way.

Noel's Camp (2022)

Original title: Santa Camp

Where to watch: currently unavailable

Camp Santa It's a sensitive and inspiring documentary that follows a camp in New Hampshire dedicated to training professional Santas and Mrs. Clauses. In 2022, the institution sought to break with tradition by recruiting a more inclusive cast, featuring the first Black, autistic, and transgender Santas.

Does anyone warn? (2020)

Original title: Happy Season

Where to watch: Prime Video

in the plot, Abby (Kristen Stewart) He plans to propose to his girlfriend. Harper (Mackenzie Davis)She's getting married during her family's Christmas dinner. But the plan falls apart when she discovers that... Harper He hasn't yet come out to his conservative parents and introduces her only as his roommate.

Just Friends (2005)

Original title: Just Friends

Where to watch: Prime Video

Years after being rejected by Jamie (Amy Smart), your best friend, Chris (Ryan Reynolds) He returns to his hometown for Christmas as a successful executive. Trapped by a snowstorm, he tries to win her back, but gets involved in hilarious and absurd situations with her family.

That Birth (2024)

Original title: That Christmas

Where to watch: Netflix

The animated film follows the residents of the coastal town of Wellington-on-Sea during the worst snowstorm on record. While the children try to cope with thwarted plans and families trapped in the snow, the Santa Claus (Brian Cox) He faces his own challenges in delivering the gifts.

The Christmas Chronicles (2018)

Original title: The christmas chronicles

Where to watch: Netflix

In this Christmas movie on Netflix, after causing an accident that damages the sleigh of Santa Claus (Kurt Russell), the brothers Kate (Darby Camp) e Teddy (Judah Lewis) They must join forces with Santa Claus on a frantic journey to recover the lost presents and reindeer. 

The Vacation of My Life (2006)

Original title: Last Holiday

Where to watch: Play Market, Paramount + e Netflix

Upon receiving a terminal diagnosis, the shy Georgia (Queen Latifah) She decides to spend all her savings on a luxurious trip to Europe during the holidays. Amidst snowy landscapes and haute cuisine, she abandons her insecurities and transforms the lives of everyone around her.

Carol (2015)

Where to watch: Prime Video

Set in 1950s New York, the film follows the encounter between Therese (Rooney Mara), a young sales clerk at a department store, and Carol (Cate Blanchett)A sophisticated woman trapped in an unhappy marriage. What begins with a pair of gloves left on the counter during Christmas shopping transforms into a deep and forbidden romance for the time of year.

Let It Snow (2019)

Original title: Let It Snow

Where to watch: Netflix

When a heavy snowstorm hits a small town on Christmas Eve, the destinies of a group of young people intertwine in unexpected ways. Julie (Isabela Merced) She deals with family dilemmas while getting to know a pop star. Tobin (Mitchell Hope) He tries to declare his love for his best friend. Angie (Kiernan Shipka).

Hard to Kill (1988)

Original title: Die Hard

Where to watch: Disney +

The film follows John McClane (Bruce Willis), an NYPD detective who travels to Los Angeles to spend Christmas with his wife, Holly (Bonnie Bedelia), an employee of the Nakatomi Corporation. However, the festivities are brutally interrupted when a group of thieves, led by the cold Hans Gruber (Alan Rickman), invades the skyscraper and takes everyone hostage for a million-dollar robbery. Unexpectedly, McClane, realizing that outside help is impossible, decides to act on his own to save the hostages and bring justice.

While You Were Sleeping (1995)

Original title: While You Were Sleeping

Where to watch: Disney +

In this story, Lucy (Sandra Bullock) is a lonely Chicago subway worker who has a crush on a fellow passenger named Peter (Peter Gallagher). One day he is robbed and thrown onto the train tracks. Thanks to Lucy, Peter is saved, but remains in a coma in the hospital. When she visits him, she is mistaken for his girlfriend. Peter, causing a series of misunderstandings, mainly because the young woman begins to fall in love with the accident victim's brother.

Written in the Stars (2001)

Original title: Serendipity

Where to watch: Play Market

During Christmas shopping in New York, Jonathan (John Cusack) e Sara (Kate Beckinsale) They meet while trying to buy the same pair of gloves. Despite the immediate connection, she decides to leave their future in the hands of fate, separating them for years. A decade later, about to marry other people, they both embark on an intense search for each other, guided by the hope that the universe will reunite them.

Forgot Me (1990)

Original title: Home Alone

Where to watch: Disney +

In the best Christmas movie available on Disney+ streaming, when the little one Kevin (Macaulay Culkin) Accidentally left behind by his family on a Christmas trip, he finds himself alone at home and must fend for himself. Fun turns into a survival challenge when he must defend his home from two bumbling burglars, using a series of ingenious traps.

Time Spell (1993)

Original title: Groundhog Day

Where to watch: Prime Video

time spell accompanies Phil (Bill Murray), an arrogant television weatherman. One day, he's assigned to cover an annual event and ends up trapped in a kind of time warp, condemned to relive the same day over and over again until he changes his ways. The big question is whether love can change him.

Merry Christmas (Hindi) (2023)

Original title: Merry Christmas

Where to watch: Netflix

On Christmas Eve, two strangers, Albert (Vijay Sethupathi) e Maria (Katrina Kaif)They meet by chance and decide to spend the night together celebrating the occasion. What begins as a romantic and melancholic encounter quickly transforms into a psychological thriller full of twists and turns when dark secrets from both of their pasts come to light.

Christmas Vacation (1989)

Original title: National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation

Where to watch: Prime Video

In one of the best Christmas movies, Clark Griswold (Chevy Chase) He's determined to provide the perfect Christmas for his family, but his over-enthusiasm leads to a series of mishaps. From lights that won't turn on to inconvenient relatives who show up unannounced, everything that can go wrong, does go wrong.

Gremlins (1984)

Where to watch: HBO Max

Upon receiving an exotic "Mogwai" as a Christmas gift, the boy Billy (Zach Galligan) It receives three crucial rules: do not expose it to bright light, do not get it wet, and never feed it after midnight. Accidentally breaking these rules unleashes a horde of destructive and wicked little creatures that wreak havoc on the small town of Kingston Falls on Christmas Eve.

Guardians of the Galaxy: Holiday Special (2022)

Original title: Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special

Where to watch: currently unavailable

To cheer up Peter Quill (Chris Pratt), who is saddened by the loss of Gamora (Zoë Saldaña), the Guardians Mantis (Pom Klementieff) e Drax (Dave Bautista) They travel to Earth to find the perfect gift. Amidst Hollywood mishaps and infectious musical numbers, the special reveals deep family ties and delivers the franchise's signature humor.

Klaus (2019)

Where to watch: Netflix

In this Christmas animation available on Netflix, Jesper (Jason Schwartzman), the worst student at the postal academy, is sent to a frozen island in the North where the inhabitants barely speak to each other. There, he forms an unlikely alliance with Klaus (JK Simmons), a reclusive carpenter who lives in a house full of handcrafted toys.

Mean Girls (2004)

Original title: Mean Girls

Where to watch: Play Market e Paramount +

Em Mean Girls, the teenager Cady Heron (Lindsay Lohan) was raised in Africa by her scientist parents. When her family moved to the suburbs in the United States, Cady begins attending public school and receives a quick introduction to the popularity laws that divide her peers. Unwittingly, she finds herself among an elite group of students nicknamed "the powerful," led by Regina George (Rachel McAdams).

My Santa is Santa (1994)

Original title: The Santa Clause

Where to watch: Disney +

After Santa Claus has an accident on his roof, the salesman Scott Calvin (Tim Allen) He dons the "Good Old Man" costume and unknowingly accepts a magical contractual clause. He is taken to the North Pole and informed that he is now the new Santa Claus. Although initially reluctant, Scott She undergoes a fun physical and emotional transformation throughout the year, needing to learn to embrace her new destiny to save Christmas and regain the admiration of her own son.

Mickey Saves Christmas (2022)

Original title: Mickey Saves Christmas

Where to watch: Disney +

In this animation in stop motion, Mickey He and his friends try to organize the perfect celebration in a secluded cabin, but an accident caused by Pluto This causes Santa Claus to lose all the presents. The group must travel to the North Pole on a rescue mission to ensure that Christmas happens for everyone.

Miracle on 34th Street (1994)

Original title: Miracle on 34th Street

Where to watch: Disney + e Netflix

to small Susan (Mara Wilson) She was taught by her mother not to believe in fantasies, but her convictions are tested when she meets... Kriss Kringle (Richard Attenborough), a department store Santa Claus who claims to be the real Santa Claus.

Christmas with You (2022)

Original title: Christmas With You

Where to watch: Netflix

Feeling exhausted and motivated by the search for a new hit, the pop star Angelina (Aimee Garcia) She decides to travel to a small town to fulfill the wish of a young fan. There, she ends up collaborating on a song with the girl's father, a teacher. Miguel (Freddie Prinze Jr.)...and discovers that the inspiration she was missing might come from a new love.

Christmas in 8 Bits (2021)

Original title: 8-Bit Christmas

Where to watch: currently unavailable

In one of Natal's best films, JMike Doyle (Winslow Fegley)A 10-year-old boy living in Chicago in the 1980s dreams of owning the latest video game system. He decides to get it himself after his parents refuse to buy the expensive device.

The Holiday (2006)

Original title: The Holiday

Where to watch: Netflix

Two women who have never met and live in different countries, one of whom is... Amanda (Cameron Diaz), in Southern California, and another one Iris (Kate Winslet)In a village in England, two girls face romantic disappointments before the holiday season. Through a house-swapping website, they decide to exchange houses during Christmas to escape their problems. In this change of scenery, they both end up finding the unexpected: new romances and self-discovery.

The Muppet Christmas Carol (1992)

Original title: The Muppet Christmas Carol

Where to watch: Disney +

In this adaptation of the classic by Charles Dickens, the acclaimed actor Michael caine interprets the miser Scroogesurrounded by the iconic Muppets. Caco, the Frog, Miss Piggy and the whole group narrates the journey of Scrooge while he is visited by the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Future.

Jack's Strange World (1993)

Original title: The Nightmare Before Christmas

Where to watch: Disney +

In this classic animation by the acclaimed filmmaker Tim Burton, Jack skellington, King of Pumpkins From Halloween Town, he becomes fascinated upon discovering Christmas Town and decides to kidnap Santa Claus to organize his own party. Even with the warnings of his beloved. Sally, Jacks It mixes the macabre with the festive, causing widespread confusion. The voice cast includes names such as... Danny Elfman e Catherine O'Hara.

The Polar Express (2004)

Original title: The Polar Express

Where to watch: HBO Max e Prime Video

On Christmas Eve, a skeptical boy (Tom Hanks) He embarks on a magical train bound for the North Pole. During the journey, he and other children experience extraordinary adventures that test their courage and faith.

The Grinch (2000)

Original title: How the Grinch Stole Christmas

Where to watch: Prime Video e Netflix

The embittered Grinch (Jim Carrey) lives isolated on a mountain and hates Christmas, planning to steal the celebration from the inhabitants of Whoville. However, his perspective begins to change when he crosses paths with the generous Cindy Lou Who (Taylor Momsen), who decides to face everyone's fear in order to try to be her friend.

The Miracle Came from Space (1987)

Original title: Batteries Not Included

Where to watch: Youtube

In a poor neighborhood in New York, a group of tenants led by Faye (Jessica Tandy) e Frank (Hume Cronyn) A fight against the forced demolition of their building. When hope seems lost, small robotic flying saucers emerge from space to help them repair the property and confront the speculators.

Charlie Brown's Christmas (1965)

Original title: Charlie Brown Christmas

Where to watch: AppleTV

Feeling depressed by the excessive consumerism of the holidays, Charlie Brown (Peter Robbins) He accepts the challenge of directing the class's Christmas play to find the true meaning of the celebration. Between frustrations with his friends and the choice of a fragile Christmas tree, Linus (Christopher Shea) It helps you rediscover the genuine message of Christmas.

The Little Batman's Christmas (2023)

Original title: Merry LittleBatman

Where to watch: Prime Video

Alone in Wayne Manor on Christmas Eve, the young man Damian Wayne (Yonas Kibreab) He assumes the mantle of "Little Batman" to defend Gotham from a terrible plan by... Joker (David Hornsby) and other villains. While his father, Bruce Wayne (Luke Wilson)As he tries to return home, the boy must use his intelligence and courage to save the city's holiday.

The Mitchells' Christmas (2020)

Original title: The Christmas House

Where to watch: Prime Video

Seeking to revive a family tradition, the couple Phylis (Sharon Lawrence) e Bill (Treat Williams) He summons his two adult children to transform the family home into Mitchell ChristmasThe TV star Mike (Robert Buckley) rekindles an old flame, Andi (Ana Ayora), While Brandon (Jonathan Bennett) and your husband Jake (Brad Harder) They are eagerly awaiting news about the adoption of their first child.

Mariah Carey's Magical Christmas (2020)

Original title: Mariah Carey's Magical Christmas Special

Where to watch: AppleTV

Faced with a global crisis of joy, Santa Claus calls upon his best friend. Mariah Carey to save Christmas with an unforgettable show.

Operation Present (2011)

Original title: Arthur Christmas

Where to watch: Prime Video

In this animated film, at Santa's ultra-high-tech operations center, a mistake causes a single child to be left without a present. As a result, Arthur (James McAvoy)Noel's clumsy yet devoted son decides to embark on a classic and urgent mission alongside his grandfather to ensure that no one is forgotten.

The Ghosts Strike Back (1988)

Original title: scrooge

Where to watch: Prime Video

In one of the best Christmas movies, Frank Cross (Bill Murray) He is a cynical and selfish TV executive who prioritizes ratings over the feelings of others. On Christmas Eve, he is visited by three eccentric ghosts who take him on a chaotic journey through his past, present, and future.

The Rejects (2023)

Original title: The Holdovers

Where to watch: Netflix

At a boarding school in the 1970s, Paul (Paul Giamatti), a grumpy professor, Angus (Dominic Sessa), a problematic student and Mary (Da'Vine Joy Randolph)The school cook, grieving the loss of her son, and another student are forced to spend Christmas together on campus. This forced isolation leads this unlikely trio to share secrets and traumas, forming a deep and transformative bond.

Tokyo Godparents (2003)

Original title: Tôkyô goddofâzâzu

Popular title: Tokyo Godfathers

Where to watch: Prime Video

In one of the best Christmas movies, directed by Satoshi Kon (Paprika)Three homeless people find an abandoned baby in the trash on Christmas Eve. The trio then decides to embark on a journey through a snow-covered Tokyo to locate the child's parents, confronting ghosts from their own pasts along the way.

Upside-Down Santa (2003)

Original title: Bad Santa

Where to watch: currently unavailable

In this Christmas comedy, Willie (Billy Bob Thornton) He is an alcoholic con man who works as a mall Santa Claus only to rob the establishments on Christmas Eve. Alongside his partner Marcus (Tony Cox)Disguised as an elf, he plots another heist, but his plans change when he forms an unexpected bond with a lonely and quirky boy who believes him to be the real Santa Claus.

Who Killed Santa Claus? (2022)

Original title: Who Killed Santa? A Murderville Murder Mystery

Where to watch: Netflix

This special is a spin-off of the series. Murderville, the detective Terry Seattle (Will Arnett) He's back and this time he needs to solve a critical crime: the murder of Santa Claus. The big difference is that the special guests... Jason bateman e Maya RudolphThey didn't receive the script and have to completely improvise their parts to help find the culprit.

Shaun the Sheep: A Christmas Adventure (2021)

Original title: Shaun the Sheep: The Flight Before Christmas

Where to watch: Netflix

In this charming stop-motion special, Shaun (Justin Fletcher) She ends up getting into trouble when an attempt to get bigger socks as gifts results in the little one disappearing. TimmyIn a race against time, Shaun He and his flock must organize a rescue mission on Christmas Eve to bring the boy back to the farm before it's too late.

Simply Love (2003)

Original title: Love Actually

Where to watch: Prime Video

Set in a vibrant London on the eve of Christmas, this modern classic weaves together nine distinct stories that explore the diverse facets of love. The cast includes names such as... Hugh Grant, Liam Neeson, Colin Firth, Sienna guillory, Emma Thompson e Keira Knightley.

Spirited: A Christmas Tale (2022)

Original title: Spirited

Where to watch: AppleTV

In this musical reinterpretation of Charles Dickens available on Apple TV, the Ghost of Christmas Present (Will Ferrell) selects the cynical media consultant Clint Briggs (Ryan Reynolds) for a journey of redemption.

Tangerine (2015)

Where to watch: currently unavailable

The production directed by Sean baker follows the chaotic Christmas Eve of Sin-Dee (Kitana Kiki Rodriguez), a trans prostitute who, recently released from prison, discovers that her boyfriend has cheated on her. On her journey in search of answers alongside her best friend, Alexandra (Mya Taylor), we see a vibrant and raw portrait of the streets of Los Angeles.

All in the Family (2005)

Original title: The Family Stone

Where to watch: Disney + e Netflix

The dynamics of the Stone family are shaken when their favorite son, Everett (Dermot Mulroney), takes his conservative and uptight girlfriend, Meredith (Sarah Jessica Parker)To celebrate Christmas, the cultural clash between the young woman and her eccentric in-laws generates intense conflicts and comedic moments, while family secrets come to light. The cast also includes... Diane Keaton, Rachel McAdams e Luke Wilson.

A Love Made of Snow (2024)

Original title: Hot Frosty

Where to watch: Netflix

Two years after losing her husband, the widow Kathy (Lacey Chabert) His life changes when, through a magic scarf, a snowman comes to life in the form of the kind Jack (Dustin Milligan)While he experiences the wonders of the human world, Kathy rediscover the joy and the capacity to love again.

A Castle for Christmas (2021)

Original title: A Castle for Christmas

Where to watch: Netflix

the writer Sophie Brown (Brooke Shields) She travels to Scotland to escape a scandal and decides to buy her ancestors' castle. However, she has to deal with the current owner, a grumpy man. Duke Myles (Cary Elwes), who is reluctant to hand over the keys to a foreigner.

A Crush for Christmas (2021)

Original title: Single All The Way

Where to watch: Netflix

Tired of his family's judgments about his single status, Peter (Michael Urie) convince your best friend Nick (Philemon Chambers) pretending to be her boyfriend during the holidays. The plan, however, spirals out of control when his mother... Peter arranges a blind date for him with the attractive James (Luke Macfarlane).

Elf in New York (2003)

Original title: Elf

Where to watch: HBO Max

In this Christmas movie on HBO Max streaming, Buddy (Will Ferrell) He was raised at the North Pole, but upon discovering he is human, he travels to New York in search of his biological father, the cynical businessman. Walter Hobbs (James Caan)Dressed as an elf and overflowing with joy, he tries to adapt to the real world while attempting to spread the Christmas spirit throughout the city.

A Family Man (2000)

Original title: The Family Man

Where to watch: Prime Video

In one of the best Christmas movies, Jack Campbell (Nicolas Cage) He is an egocentric Wall Street broker who, after an unusual encounter on Christmas Eve, wakes up in an alternate reality where he hasn't abandoned his college sweetheart. Kate (Téa Leoni)Now, he must trade his life of luxury for a minivan, two children, and a humble job to learn a valuable lesson.

A Surprise Match (2021)

Original title: Love hard

Where to watch: Netflix

After finding her ideal partner on a dating app, the unlucky-in-love woman Natalie (Nina Dobrev) She travels to the other side of the country to surprise her suitor at Christmas. However, she discovers she has been deceived by... Josh (Jimmy O. Yang), A young man uses another man's photos to win her over. The confusion intensifies when the real owner of the photos lives in the same city, forcing the pair to join forces to resolve the situation.

A Boy Called Christmas (2021)

Original title: A Boy CalledChristmas

Where to watch: Netflix

The young Nikolas (Henry Lawfull) He embarks on an epic journey through the northern snows in search of his father, who is on a quest to find the legendary Goblin Village. Accompanied by a stubborn reindeer and a loyal mouse, he faces dangers and magical creatures along the way.

A Christmas in Hollywood (2022)

Original title: A Hollywood Christmas

Where to watch: HBO Max

In this Christmas movie on HBO Max streaming, Jessica (Jessika Van) She's a film director known for her Christmas movies who suddenly finds herself living the clichés of her own productions. When the executive Christopher (Josh Swickard) She arrives to evaluate her latest project and threatens to shut down production; she must use all her knowledge of the genre to save the film and the spirit of the festivities.

A Present Past (2019)

Original title: The Knight Before Christmas

Where to watch: Netflix

In this Christmas movie on Netflix, the medieval knight Sir Cole (Josh Whitehouse) He is transported to present-day Ohio by a witch and ends up being run over by his science teacher. Brooke (Vanessa Hudgens)While he tries to understand modern technologies and fulfill his mystical mission, Brooke helps him navigate the 21st century and ultimately regains his faith in love.

A Gift from Tiffany (2022)

Original title: Something From Tiffany's

Where to watch: Prime Video

In one of the best Christmas movies, the life of Rachel (Zoey Deutch) Everything changes completely when a mix-up with the gift bags causes an engagement ring to end up in her hands instead of the right person's. Her path ends up crossing with his. Ethan (Kendrick Sampson), the true buyer of the jewel, triggering a series of unexpected encounters in a Christmas New York.

A Christmas Story (1983)

Original title: A Christmas Story

Where to watch: AppleTV

In the 1940s, the young man Ralphie (Peter Billingsley) He eagerly anticipates the holidays while trying to convince his parents and Santa Claus that an air rifle is the perfect gift. Between dodging school bullies and dealing with his family's comical situations, the boy embarks on a fun-filled Christmas journey.

A Christmas Story (2022)

Original title: A Christmas Story Christmas

Where to watch: HBO Max

Decades after the original classic A Christmas Story, Ralphie (Peter Billingsley) He returns to his childhood home in Indiana after his father's death, with the mission of giving his own family an unforgettable Christmas. While reconnecting with old friends, he faces the pressures and nostalgia of trying to recreate the magic of the holidays from his youth.

An Almost Christmas Story (2024)

Original title: An Almost Christmas Story

Where to watch: Disney +

In this delightful animation, the little owl chick... Moon (Cary Christopher) His life changes when he gets stuck in a tree meant for Rockefeller Center. Lost in the hustle and bustle of New York, he meets... Luna (Estella Madrigal), a little girl who is also searching for her way back home. Together, the new friends embark on a magical journey to reunite with their families.

A Christmas Invention (2020)

Original title: Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey

Where to watch: Netflix

Years after being betrayed by his apprentice, the once brilliant toymaker Jeronicus (Forest Whitaker) He lives embittered and lacking creativity. His hope is renewed with the arrival of his granddaughter. Journey (Madalen Mills), who uses her curiosity and intellect to help him recover a magical invention.

A Magical Night (1998)

Original title: Jack Frost

Where to watch: Prime Video

One year after the musician Jack Frost (Michael Keaton) to die in an accident on Christmas, his son Charlie (Joseph Cross) He plays a magic harmonica that brings his father back to life in the form of a snowman. Faced with an unexpected second chance, Jacks Try to make up for lost time with Charlie and your wife Gabby (Kelly Preston) Before the ice melts.

A Little Christmas Crash (2022)

Original title: Falling for Christmas

Where to watch: Netflix

On the eve of Christmas, the spoiled heiress Sierra (Lindsay Lohan) She suffers a skiing accident and loses her memory completely. Without knowing who she is, she ends up in the care of... Jake (Chord Overstreet)A kind widower, the owner of an inn, and his daughter discover the value of simplicity and love.

A Second Chance to Love (2019)

Original title: Last Christmas

Where to watch: Prime Video e Netflix

In this Christmas movie on Netflix, Kate (Emilia Clarke) She is a frustrated young woman who works as an elf in a Christmas shop and makes a series of bad choices in London. Her routine changes when she meets the optimistic... Tom (Henry Golding)which challenges her to see life from a new perspective as the city lights up for the festivities.

Series

30 Rock – 3x6 episode “Christmas Special”

Where to watch: currently unavailable

In this Christmas episode, as the festive date approaches, the parents of Liz (Tina Fey) abandon her at a couples-only retreat, leaving her alone for the holidays when she decides to work on a charity program, “Letters to Santa.” Meanwhile, Jack (Alec Baldwin) takes out his frustration on the team after his dream vacation is ruined.

Abbott Elementary – 2×10 episode “Holiday Hookah”

Where to watch: Disney +

In this Christmas episode, Janine (Quinta Brunson) tries to have fun with a friend at a club and findsGreg (Tyler James Williams) e Ava (Janelle James) over there. Meanwhile, Jacob (Chris Perfetti) is invited to attend the annual Christmas dinner that Melissa (Lisa Ann Walter) e Barbara (Sheryl Lee Ralph) perform at school.

The X-Files – Episode 6x6 “How the Ghosts Stole Christmas”

Original title: The X Files

Where to watch: Disney +

On Christmas Eve, Mulder (David Duchovny) e Scully (Gillian Anderson) find themselves trapped in a haunted house with two ghosts who are determined to prove just how lonely the holiday can be.

Black Mirror – 2x4 special episode “White Christmas”

Where to watch: Netflix

In the acclaimed Christmas special White Christmas, Matt (Jon Hamm) e Potter (Rafe Spall) They share disturbing stories about technology and isolation in a remote cabin surrounded by snow.

Black-ish – 1×10 – “Black Santa/White Christmas”

Where to watch: Play Market

In the episode, Dr. Dre (Anthony Anderson) He struggles to fulfill his dream of being the first Black Santa Claus at the company's Christmas party, facing some resistance. Meanwhile, the Johnson family home is getting its traditional decorations. Bow (Tracee Ellis Ross) tries to compete with Ruby (Jenifer Lewis) In the kitchen, the children search for the perfect gift amidst the chaos of the holiday season.

Community – 3x10 episode “Regional Music Holiday”

Where to watch: Prime Video

The study group is manipulated by the enthusiastic choir director. Cory (Taran Killam), to replace the college musicians in the Christmas competition. Through satirical musical numbers, Jeff (Joel McHale), Britta (Gillian Jacobs) And the rest of the group are persuaded to wear festive attire and show enthusiasm for the Christmas contest. This episode is an overt parody of the series. Glee, full of costumes and references to the pop culture that was popular at the time.

How to End Christmas (2020)

Original title: How to Ruin Christmas

Where to watch: Netflix

The rebel Tumi (Bibusisiwe Mtshali) She returns home after years for her perfect sister's Christmas wedding, but ends up ruining the families' plans. Seal e TwalaNow, she needs to race against time to fix the damage before the union is called off.

Crazy Ex-Girlfriend – 1×8 episode “My Mom, Greg's Mom and Josh's Sweet Dance Moves!”

Where to watch: Play Market e Paramount+

Stress levels skyrocket when the passive-aggressive mother of Rebecca (Rachel Bloom) arrives for Hanukkah. In the meantime, Heather (Vella Lovell) e Greg (Santino Fontana) spend an awkward Christmas at his mother's house; and Josh (Vincent Rodriguez III) tries to regain its former glory in dance.

Dash & Lily (2020)

Where to watch: Netflix

In this Christmas series on Netflix streaming, the cynical Dash (Austin Abrams) and the optimistic Lily (Midori Francis) They build an unlikely romance through a dare notebook scattered around a Christmas New York.

Doctor Who Christmas Special “A Christmas Carol”

Where to watch: currently unavailable

In this special, the Doctor (Matt Smith) has one hour to save a crashing spaceship and a miser's soul. But something lurks in the mist and he must unravel its mystery.

Friends – 7×10 episode “The One with The Holiday Armadillo”

Where to watch: HBO Max

Friends There are so many Christmas episodes with a series of iconic moments that it is quite difficult to choose just one of them to put on the list. But it is a fact that this one in which Ross (David Schwimmer) He dresses up as a Christmas armadillo and, with the help of Monica (Courteney Cox), Chandler (Matthew Perry) e Joey (Matt LeBlanc)teaches Ben (Cole Sprouse) Regarding Hanukkah, it's wonderful and deserves recognition.

Gilmore Girls – 2x10 episode “The Bracebridge Dinner”

Where to watch: HBO Max e Netflix

In this episode, all the characters are forced to gather for a Christmas dinner. Family gatherings are common during the holiday season, but for Rory (Alexis Bledel), had a touch more because of having to deal with the rivalry between Dean (Jared Padalecki) e Jess (Milo Ventimiglia) in the meantime.

Glee – 2×10 episode “A Very Glee Christmas”

Where to watch: Disney +

In this Christmas episode, Finn (Cory Monteith) He tries to bring a little bit of Christmas to McKinley. Meanwhile, Artie (Kevin McHale) finds out that Brittany (Heather Morris) still believes in Santa Claus and asks the club for help so she doesn't get disappointed, which becomes more difficult when she finds out that her wish is for him to walk again.

Gossip Girl – 1x11 episode “Roman Holiday”

Where to watch: HBO Max, Prime Video e Netflix

The father of Blair (Leighton Meester) arrives home for the holiday season with an unexpected guest; meanwhile, Jenny (Taylor Momsen) e Vanessa (Jessica Szohr) help Serena (Blake Lively) planning the best Christmas surprise for Dan (Penn Badgley).

Hacks – 3×7 episode “The Deborah Vance Christmas Spectacular”

Where to watch: HBO Max

In history, Deborah (Jean Smart) prepares for the presence of Kathy (J. Smith-Cameron) at your Christmas party, while Jimmy (Paul W. Downs) e Kayla (Megan Stalter) refuse to give up on the comedian's dreams.

How I Met Your Mother – 2×11 episode “How Lily Stole Christmas”

Where to watch: Disney +

In this episode, Lily (Alyson Hannigan) takes away her Christmas display after discovering that Ted cursed at her while she was breaking up with him. Marshall (Jason Segel), whereas, Barney (Neil Patrick Harris) is too sick for his Christmas plans.

It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia – 6×13 episode “A Very Sunny Christmas”

Where to watch: Disney +

In history, Mac (Rob McElhenney),Charlie (Charlie Day), Dennis (Glenn Howerton), Dee (Kaitlin Olson) e Frank (Danny DeVito) embark on a Christmas adventure filled with stolen toys, childhood videos, naked elves and a bloody encounter with Santa Claus that will surely give a new meaning to the Christmas spirit.

Lizzie McGuire – 2x10 episode “Xtreme Xmas”

Where to watch: Disney +

In the episode's story, Lizzie (Hilary Duff) She was eagerly hoping to win the grand prize at the Christmas parade with her big idea. But sudden events cross her path and a strange dream makes the young woman rethink her actions.

Lost – 4x5 episode “The Constant”

Where to watch: Disney +

In the synopsis, on the way to the freighter, the survivors face turbulence in the helicopter. On the beach, Jack (Matthew Fox) want to know why Desmond (Henry Ian Cusick) It's like it's 1996. This episode was chosen because it managed to balance the tense plot with the lightheartedness of Christmas. Even though it only appears at the end, the Christmas spirit that is addressed brings many reflections.

Mad Men – 5x10 episode “Christmas Waltz”

Where to watch: Disney +

In one of the rare Christmas episodes of Mad Men, the tenth of the fifth season stands out mainly for the dynamics between Don (Jon Hamm) e Joan (Christina Hendricks). For the rest of the episode, Christmas wishes come true as everyone receives a gift and Harry (Rich Sommer) help a friend.

Modern Family – 7x9 episode “Perfect Christmas”

Where to watch: Disney +

In this Christmas episode, Glory (Sophia Vergara) wants to have the perfect and peaceful Christmas she has always dreamed of. To do so, she rents a cabin in the mountains for her family, but nothing goes as planned, for a change.

Christmas Boyfriend (2019)

Original title: Home For Christmas

Where to watch: Netflix

In one of the Christmas episodes, tired of hearing comments about her single status, Johanne (Ida Elise Broch) She lies, saying she has a boyfriend and that she'll bring him to Christmas dinner. With only 24 days until Christmas, she embarks on a frantic and hilarious search for a partner through disastrous and surprising dates.

New Girl – 6x10 episode “Christmas Eve”

Where to watch: Disney +

In this Christmas episode, Jess (Zooey Deschanel) strives to keep the Secret Santa gift exchange going; when Winston (Lamorne Morris) believes that your online gift to Cece (Hannah Simone) will not be delivered on time, he and Schmidt (Max Greenfield) go to a real store to find a replacement. Nothing better to portray the chaos of the end of the year.

The World Belongs to the Young 5x11 – “A Very Topanga Christmas”

Original title: Boy Meets World

Where to watch: Disney +

In the episode, Topanga (Danielle Fishel) spends his first Christmas at home with Matthews. On the one hand, Cory (Ben Savage) He is happy at first, but when traditions clash, he begins to have doubts about their future together.

The Bear – 2x6 episode “Fishes”

Where to watch: Disney +

This Christmas episode, which has undoubtedly become one of the best in history, features many special appearances and answers to many questions we ask ourselves throughout the season about the family of... Carmy (Jeremy Allen White)In it, the family Berzatto is preparing the Feast of the Seven Fishes in a Christmas flashback. This celebration includes lots of food, tense moments, fights and chaos among the complex characters that make up this family.

OC: A Stranger in Paradise – 1x13 episode “The Best Chrismukkah Ever”

Original title: The OC

Where to watch: HBO Max e Prime Video

In this Christmas episode, Seth (Adam Brody) presents Chrismukkah, a Cohen family tradition that combines the best of both worlds: Christianity and Kirsten (Kelly Rowan) with the Jewish heritage of Sandy (Peter Gallagher)In the meantime, Seth He has to deal with two girls and a love triangle.

Seinfeld – 9x10 episode “The Strike”

Where to watch: Netflix

This is one of the best episodes, both of the series and of the Christmas theme in general. In the story, “Festivus” is a secular holiday created by George (Jason Alexander) that swaps all the hustle and bustle of Christmas for one day on December 23rd.

Superstore: A Store of Inconveniences – 2x9 – “Seasonal Help”

Original title: Superstore

Where to watch: Prime Video

The Christmas spirit takes over Cloud 9 when Glenn (Mark McKinney) hires temporary employees, generating a competitive dispute between Amy (America Ferrera) e Jonah (Ben Feldman)While the store is decorated with Christmas trees and lights, Garrett (Colton Dunn) tries to avoid the Christmas spirit at all costs, and Dina (Lauren Ash) It deals with a very unconventional mall Santa Claus.

Ted Lasso – 2x4 episode “Carol Of The Bells”

Where to watch: AppleTV

In this episode of Ted lassoIt's Christmas in Richmond. Rebecca (Hannah Waddingham) summon Ted (Jason Sudeikis) for a secret mission, Roy (Brett Goldstein) e Keeley (Juno Temple) They go in search of a miracle, and the Higgins They open their home.

That '70s Show – 4×12 episode “An Eric Forman Christmas”

Where to watch: currently unavailable

The group complains that Christmas is no longer as fun as it was when they were children, except Kelso (Ashton Kutcher), who eagerly awaits traditional Christmas programs for children, but who Jackie (Mila Kunis) doesn't let him watch. In parallel, Kitty (Debra Jo Rupp) makes them volunteer for the church contest with Eric (Topher Grace) as a director, who ends up having a lot of difficulty in preventing everyone from modernizing their roles in an unbiblical way. Meanwhile, Red (Kurtwood Smith) gets so irritated by the seasonal “noise” of Bob (Don Stark) that hides the decorations from its neighbors.

The Nanny – 1x8 episode “Christmas Episode”

Where to watch: Play Market e HBO Max

In the episode, Fran Fine (Fran Drescher) goes Christmas shopping, believing that he will receive a big bonus for the holiday season. Meanwhile, Grace (Madeline Zima) He is saddened because his father is about to miss another Christmas with the family. When Fran She receives a vase as a bonus, but is forced to pawn some of her belongings to pay for everything.

The Office – 2x10 episode “Christmas Party”

Where to watch: HBO Max, Prime Video e Netflix

Flush with cash from a recent bonus, Michael Scott (Steve Carell) throws a Christmas party at the office and Jim Halpert (John Krasinski) start planning the perfect Secret Santa gift for Pam Beesly (Jenna Fisher).

Will & Grace – 4×12 episode “Jingle Balls”

Where to watch: currently unavailable

In this Christmas episode, Grace (Debra Messing) is hired to decorate the windows of a store during the Christmas holidays. Meanwhile, Will (Eric McCormack) doesn't want to present Robert (Larry Sullivan) a GraceBut she ends up inviting the boy to dinner and he accepts. On the other hand, Jack (Sean Hayes) appoints Karen (Megan Mullally) as your assistant in a design job.

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Text revised by Alexandre Marques in 24 / 12 / 2025.

Sources: Entertainment Weekly, Rotten Tomatoes e The Hollywood Reporter