Christmas is a happy period of the year, with family gatherings, and merry-go-round celebrations. From baking cookies and decorating Christmas trees to gift giving, this is also the time to binge-watch the ‘Us’ some warm Christmas movies, and some of our favorites include. The streamer has always featured an impressive selection of Christmas movies and now offers new titles that will appeal to any audience, from romantic movie lovers to families with children or comedy enthusiasts. This year, we’ve put together our list of the most engaging Christmas movies available on Netflix for when you want to keep the magic going. In this article, we will discuss the best Christmas movies on Netflix 2024 and more.
10 Best Christmas Movies on Netflix this year
1. A Boy Called Christmas (2018)
- Director: Gil Kenan
- Cast: Henry Lawful, Kristen Wiig, Jim Broadbent, Maggie Smith
From the book of Matt Haig comes this British film that explains the source of the Christmas holidays that people all over the world know. It revolves around a young boy by the name of Nikolas who undoubtedly intends to look for the fairy tale place known as Elfhelm, having come across his father’s map. On the journey, he meets a mouse that can talk and a reindeer and learns about courage, faith, and the true meaning of Christmas. With leading funny faces such as Kristen Wiig and Stephen Merchant, A Boy Called Christmas is a magical Christmas tale suitable for children and, therefore, adults.
2. Christmas TV
- Director: Clay Kaytis
- Cast: Paul, Alec, Olive Woola, Eddie, Dove, Chris
Described as ‘the Kurt Russell Santa movie’ The Christmas Chronicles is a bright, spirited, entertaining snapshot of Santa in his younger days as a roguish, charming figure. The primary characters are two children called Kate and Teddy who are allegedly responsible for crashing Santa’s sleigh, hence the follow-up adventurous trip that is all about saving Christmas.
Which, with the continuation, of The Christmas Chronicles 2, extended by the participation of Goldie Hawn as Mrs. the Holidays.
3. Falling for Christmas (2022)
Director: Janeen Damian
Cast: Lindsay Lohan, Chord Overstreet
Lindsay Lohan returns to the big screen as a fresh and lovely holiday/romantic comedy movie. In this movie, she plays Sierra, an heiress who experiences an accident while skiing that causes her to lose her memory; she is then taken care of by a gentleman who owns a lodge, Chord Overstreet. While Sierra has somehow lost herself through her estrangement from her husband, the beauty of the countryside where she and her family finally get to live invigorates her love life. Yes, this movie offers lovely clichés and Lohan’s sodal rendition of “Jingle Bell Rock, ” but above all, it symbolizes the beginning of her comeback.
4. Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey (2020)
- Director: David E. Talbert
- Cast: Les acteurs Forest Whitaker
Keegan-Michael Key net Madeline Mills
For lovers of musicals, Jingle Jangle is a bright fantastic musical that takes place in the setting of one Christmas. This paper is a narration of an animated movie, which seeks to unveil a tale between a creative toymaker, his young granddaughter, and an unscrupulous apprentice. Full of dazzling special effects, memorable songs, and great performances, this is a film worth traveling to. Netflix has an entire section for Christmas movies, and what makes this film stand out is its themes of hope, family, and the concept of redemption.
5. Klaus (2019)
- Director: Sergio Pablos
- Cast: Jason Schwartzman, J.K. Simmons, Rashida Jones
This splendid animated picture allows the audience to learn more about the origin of such a legendary figure as Santa Claus. It depicts the journey of a young boy, Jesper, who is lazy and is posted as a postman to a village, which is a very quiet place, and the special postman has to deliver gifts to every child in the village with the help of a mysterious toy maker, Klaus. Visually, it is beautiful with hand-drawn animation of high quality, and the impact of the story is deep and touching, helping Klaus earn Netflix’s first Oscar nomination for Best Animated Feature. Every animated Christmas story lover should see this one.
6. Single All the Way (2021)
Director: Michael Mayer
Cast: Michael Urie, Philemon Chambers, Jennifer Coolidge
Now, let’s have a cheesy holiday rom-com movie with an attractive and loving gay couple! Single All the Way revolves around two men—Peter and Nick—who act like a couple for the sake of avoiding questions from family during the Christmas period, only for them to discover that they are attracted to each other. Jennifer Coolidge, the aunt of the movies is crazy and enjoying it as always, and Kathy Najimy plays the role of Peter’s eccentric mother. The joy of this movie is rather funny without lacking the emotional touch.
7. Love Hard (2021)
- Director: Hernán Jiménez
- Cast: Actors: Nina Dobrev, Jimmy O. Yang, Darren Barnet
This funny love story in the tone of a rom-com presents Christmas and the tendencies of dating through the Internet. Nina Dobrev is Natalie, who in her quest to meet her online lover finds that she has been a victim of a catfish. One chooses to focus on a hysterical holiday and ends up coming up with an unusually beautiful and moving story that is all about truth and love. Being all lighthearted and with a fierce dose of Christmas spirit, we can consider Love Hard as the updated version of holiday romance.
8. The Knight Before Christmas (2019)
- Director: Monika Mitchell
- Cast: Vanessa Hudgens and Josh Whitehouse
This fun romantic comedy stars Vanessa Hudgens as Brooke, a woman who begins the movie teaching science before the appearance of her knight from middle age. Together, Brooke is charming, and they build an epic romance with Christmas classics as their backdrop. This movie is a reasonable watch for people who are looking forward to having some good laughter along with a taste of joyousness in some portions of the movie.
9. The Princess Switch (2018)
- Director: Mike Rohl
- Cast: Vanessa Hudgens, Sam Palladio
Picking the storyline from The Prince and the Pauper, this holiday season romantic comedy features Vanessa Hudgens as two different characters—a baker from Chicago and a duchess of Belgium. This movie blends palace thrill and romance and is sure to make anyone in the mood for feel-good holiday themes happy. The sequels were even more charged with switches that undoubtedly make for binge-worthy.
10. A Very Murray Christmas (2015)
Director: Sofia Coppola
Cast: Bill Murray, George Clooney, Miley Cyrus
Ideal for comedy lovers with an interest in music, the special program with Bill Murray is worth watching. A musical based on Murray, MCA’s entertainment industry counterpart, where, amid a New York blizzard, they put up a variety show.
This offbeat Christmas special is well directed by Sofia Coppola and has Bill Murray in his element so it’s funny and warm.
Conclusion
Netflix’s holiday lineup for the year 2024 suggests a perfect selection of Christmas movies on Netflix for every frame of mood. With the compilation of films posted above, families can get to feel the joy of the holiday season regardless of wherever they are. Among the clips, including Klaus and the extended Valentine’s Day narrative Love Hard, Single All the Way, these movies are joyful and magical representations of togetherness during the holiday season. Therefore, get your warm blanket, hot chocolate, and all the Netflix time you need to enjoy the Christmas magic!
FAQ’s
Ans. The Christmas Chronicles and Jingle Jangle: That is why movies such as A Christmas Journey would make perfect family movie night watches.
Ans. Yes’, Klaus is an outstanding animated movie, which will be immensely interesting for kids and grown-ups alike.
Ans. Finding Santa and Twinkle. Both are wonderful romantic movies to watch around the holiday season.
Ans. Single All the Way is as representative of the rom-com genre as it gets with its representation of the queer community.
Ans. Some of them may not be available in your region, but all the mentioned films can be watched from any corner of the world. To make sure, check your local Netflix catalog for the movies.
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