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Christmas Movies and Shows to Stream This Holiday Season
As the holiday season approaches, streaming platforms are brimming with a variety of Christmas-themed movies and shows. From classic favorites to new releases, viewers have plenty of options to choose from for a cozy night in. Here’s a guide to some of the notable Christmas content available to stream this year.
Christmas Specials and Episodes
The hit series Ted Lasso offers a Christmas episode that fans can enjoy during the holiday season. For those seeking musical entertainment, Hannah Waddingham: Home for Christmas is available on Apple TV, bringing festive tunes to viewers' homes. Additionally, a special Christmas edition of Carpool Karaoke features performances by Dua Lipa and Lady Gaga.
Feature Films: New and Classic
The Holdovers, directed by Alexander Payne and starring Paul Giamatti, is a recent addition to holiday streaming options. Giamatti plays a boarding-school instructor, adding his unique touch to the film.
For those interested in classic cinema, Miracle on 34th Street (1947) remains a timeless choice, having won three Academy Awards. Another new film, Oh. What. Fun. (2025), stars Michelle Pfeiffer and Eva Longoria, while Our Little Secret (2024) features Lindsay Lohan and Ian Harding. Fans of comedic holiday films can revisit A Bad Moms Christmas (2017) with stars Mila Kunis, Kristen Bell, and Kathryn Hahn.
Family-Friendly Viewing
A Very Jonas Christmas Movie (2025) sees the Jonas Brothers returning to their Disney roots for a festive family adventure. Tim Allen reprises his role as Scott Calvin in The Santa Clause (1994), a beloved holiday favorite. Elf (2003), directed by Jon Favreau, continues to delight audiences with its whimsical story. The Home Alone series remains a staple, with Macaulay Culkin starring as Kevin in the original 1990 film and its sequel, Home Alone 2: Lost in New York (1992), where Kevin mistakenly heads to Miami for Christmas.
Romantic and Comedic Choices
Romantic holiday films like The Holiday (2006) feature Cameron Diaz and Kate Winslet as two women who switch homes for the holidays, experiencing love and adventure. Jingle All the Way (1996) stars Arnold Schwarzenegger in a comedic quest for the perfect Christmas gift. Christmas with the Kranks (2004), starring Tim Allen, and Bridget Jones’s Diary (2001) offer humorous takes on holiday traditions.
Classic adaptations such as How the Grinch Stole Christmas! (1966) and Jim Carrey's performance in How the Grinch Stole Christmas (2000) continue to capture the spirit of the season. Love Actually (2003), a British ensemble film, blends slapstick humor with heartwarming stories for a delightful viewing experience.
With a lineup of nine new Christmas movies to stream, there's no shortage of content to enjoy this festive season. Whether revisiting old favorites or discovering new stories, viewers can find something to suit their holiday mood.