7 Classic Christmas Movies of All Time

As we enter the last month of 2020, the exhilaration of starting a new chapter begins with much frenzy. The partial restrains, social distancing, and adhering to safety protocols still keep most of the families indoors. But let this not spoil the Christmas cheer and fun, I am exploring some classic Christmas movies to watch with the family this year.

When I was growing up, the only movies we got to watch around Christmas were those aired on National television. Mostly repeated year after year or funny cartoon movies to be watched with kids. I remember watching Home Alone (which I still consider the best old Christmas movie of all time) during my secondary school years, and that was the only memory of the Christmas movie I watched with my family.

Today, you have a plethora of choices to pick from and our kids enjoy the wide range of amazing movies showing the real spirit of Christmas. Here are the 7 Best Christmas Movies list on Netflix, Amazon Prime, and other OTT platforms that can be watched with the entire family.

Best Classic Christmas Movies to watch with Family this Holiday season

1. The Christmas Chronicles –

My favorite new Christmas movie on this list! The biggest positive for me about this movie is Kurt Russell, if you are a 90s kid and have grown watching him in action-packed movies this is an awesome surprise. Catch The Christmas Chronicles on Netflix to explore the funny side of Christmas adventure. A complete entertainment package to be enjoyed with the family and friends.

Surplus fun, The Christmas Chronicles 2 is released too on Netflix. Don’t forget to watch them in the right order.

2. The Polar Express –

The Polar Express is a classic tale of progression, from a gullible child to understanding the real spirit of Christmas. The story revolves around a boy who boards a train and embarks on a journey of a lifetime. The whole film is shot on the running train and with spectacular animations make you feel a part of this journey.

Tom Hanks voiceover is a high point along with the junior artists’ work. The movie shares many emotions like friendship, bonding, bravery, and gratitude.

3. Angela’s Christmas –

This is my all-time favorite movie, a story so sweet and relatable it feels just too real. I watched Angela’s Christmas on Netflix with my daughter and instantly fell in love with little Angela.

The story is about compassion, desires, and drastic differences between the rich and poor prevailing in society. A small girl with a big heart intends to make the world a happy place with her compassion and humble determination. Highly recommended.

4. Mary Poppins Returns –

This is not a typical Christmas movie per se but a fabulous one and must not be missed from the Christmas movie list to watch with family. Magical and most beautiful nanny, Mary Poppins returns to help Michael and his family in the testing times.

Emily Blunt makes the character of Mary Poppins real with her ace acting and charm. This musical movie will keep you glued to the end, an inspiring story that will make you believe in the power of magic.

5. Olaf’s Frozen Adventure –

What fun is Christmas without family traditions? Olaf goes on a mission to seek family traditions from each household of Queen Elsa’s kingdom Arendelle. A musical animated short film from Disney Animation Studios is a lovely treat to enjoy with the kids.

Frozen is every child’s favorite animated fiction movie, and Disney continues the same magical charm in this short movie based on the Christmas theme.

6. Arthur Christmas – Classic Christmas Movies:

What it take to fulfill every child’s heart desires for Santa? Well, this fantasy animated fiction movie is about monotonous life at the North Pole around Christmas hustle and bustle. Santa’s fool-proof plan to deliver gifts to every child goes kaput when a small technical glitch in the system by his youngest son, Arthur occurs.

Arthur tries to fix it all with the help of an odd support group of great-grand Santa, untrained reindeer, an impromptu plan, and all things crazy. In the end, it ends all well for everyone. A funny movie full of hefty laughter doses for all age groups.

7. Klaus –

At first, I found Santa Claus a little gloomy and poignant in this movie, until I watched it with some intent to know more. A brilliant movie and a must-watch during Christmas with the family. Another classic Netflix holiday movie to catch this year.

A simple story of love, friendship, traditions, ambition, and hard work, animation is too good to believe in narration. This movie again emphasizes the age-old belief that good karma creates ripple effects and brings positivity to every situation.

Our family loves this Christmas movie and would love to watch it again this time around.

Check out the Hindi OTT content review here.

Hope you like our list of family Christmas movies, it’s time to bid adieu to 2020 on a hopeful note. And nothing brings happiness and hope than watching some inspirational movies.

Also, read 6 Exciting Christmas Celebrations, here.

Which one is your favorite from the list, share with us in the comments below.

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