Movies & Mistletoe
- Morgan Ann
- Dec 6, 2017
- 7 min read
The first post of December and I'm excited to share some holiday spirit! Now that it's beginning to look a lot like Christmas (see what I did there?) you need that extra ounce of holiday spirit and that comes from these classic tales of comedy and heart.
These are 15 of my favorite-soon to be yours- Christmas movies that I love to watch with my family. These movies are for all ages, except maybe 1 or 2, and are enjoyable. These movies have blessed moviegoers for years and will continue!
Now I'm not the type of person who watches Die Hard and refers to it as a Christmas movies, so don't expect that here. However, I do have laugh-out-loud movies that are even better(sorry Die Hard fans)!
These movies are timeless classics that will give you that 'its the most wonderful time of the year' feeling in the pit of your stomach. The kind of feeling where you want to surround yourself with all things Christmas.
So curl up by the fire, grab a cozy blanket, a mug of hot chocolate, and get comfy because now we begin the festivities!
Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas (2000)
Starring: Jim Carrey, Taylor Momsen, Christine Baranski, Jeffrey Tambor
The Rundown: This classic book-turned-movie is one of the best Christmas movies out there. In this beloved movie, the isolated Grinch decides to ruin Whoville's Christmas festivities. The Grinch, along with his dog Max, come down from his reclusive mountaintop and steal anything that is Christmas related: food, decorations, and even the presents! Except for one minor snag in his plan, Cindy Lou Who.
Rating: 9 out of 10 on the Morgometer
Santa Clause (1994)
Starring: Tim Allen, Eric Llyod, Judge Reinhold, Wendy Crewson, David Krumholtz
The Rundown: These treasured movies display a timeless tale of how Santa Claus came to be. A divorced father, Scott, gets custody of his son on Christmas eve. On this night, Scott accidentally kills a man wearing a Santa suit. When he puts the suit on his world turns upside down... for the best. They are transported to the North Pole where they learn that he is the new Santa Claus and must accept his new place. When he returns home, Scott believes that it was all a dream until the coming months when he magically gains weight and grows a full white beard. Guess his tinsel is in a tangle!
Rating: 8 out of 10 on the Morgometer
Home Alone (1990)
Starring: Macaulay Culkin, Joe Pesci, Daniel Stern
The Rundown: 8-year-old Kevin McCallister wakes up one morning to find his whole house empty. He believes that this is because he wished, the night before, for his family to just disappear when in reality they forgot him on their way to the airport. But his jolly good time comes to an end as he soon realizes that two thugs want to break into his home. Now he must fight to protect his home.
Rating: 8 out of 10 on the Morgometer
A Christmas Carol (2009)
Starring: Jim Carrey, Gary Oldman, Colin Firth, Robin Wright, Bob Hoskins
The Rundown: This timeless tale by Charles Dickens is reimagined in this 2009 animated remake. Old Ebenezer Scrooge sits around detesting Christmas. He thinks it's all 'Humbug'. On Christmas eve night he is visited by 3 ghosts; Christmas past, present, and future. These ghosts take him on a journey through his timeline in hopes that it will make him see the light and change his ways.
Rating: 7 out of 10 on the Morgometer
Side Note: This is an amazing movie that even a regular 'Scrooge' can enjoy. Plus it will make you think once or twice on the way you act!
Elf (2003)
Starring: Will Ferrell, Zooey Deschanel, Peter Dinklage, James Caan, Ed Asner
The Rundown: This holiday favorite centers itself around Buddy the Elf. Buddy was accidentally transported to the North Pole when he was a baby. From there he was raised in the way of being an elf! Realizing that he doesn't quite fit in, he takes a journey to New York to find his biological father. After his father, Walter, finds out that it is true things begin to grow more chaotic by the second for this New York family.
Rating: 6 out of 10 on the Morgometer
Side Note: This movie will add a wide range of spectacular quotes to your vocabulary, "I'm sorry I ruined your lives and shoved 11 cookies into the VCR".
Arthur Christmas (2011)
Starring: James McAvoy, Bill Nighy, Hugh Laurie
The Rundown: We all know that Santa Claus is the one who delivers presents on Christmas Eve. But what happens when he misses one kid out of billions? Simple. His youngest son, Arthur, takes his fathers role to try and save Christmas for this one child. With all odds against him, will he be able to succeed?
Rating: 6 out of 10 on the Morgometer
The Polar Express (2004)
Starring: Tom Hanks, Nona Gaye, Eddie Dezeen, Josh Hutcherson, Daryl Sabara
The Rundown: When doubting young boy, Hero Boy, takes a ride on a mysterious train he ends up in the North Pole. He goes on a journey to discover that the wonder of life never disappears for those few who believe.
Rating: 7 out of 10 on the Morgometer
Miracle on 34th Street (1947)
Starring: Natalie Wood, Maureen O'Hara, Edmund Gween, John Payne, Gene Lockhart
The Rundown: When an old man, who goes by Kris Kringle, takes the place of an intoxicated Santa at the Macy's Day parade he becomes a hit. He gets a job as the stores Santa for the season and begins to surprise guest by claiming he is the real Santa Claus. This leads to a trial to test his mental health and authenticity.
Rating: 10 out of 10 on the Morgometer
Side Note: This movie is perfect for the people who begin to lose Christmas spirit and doubt the magic of Christmas. The first time I saw this was at an old theater and it was truly an amazing movie! It opened my eyes and showed me that Christmas magic exists within yourself!
Four Christmases (2008)
Starring: Reese Witherspoon, Vince Vaughn, Jon Voight, Jon Favreau, Robert Duvall
The Rundown: When this unmarried couple's tropical Christmas vacations plans fall apart, they have to attend four different family get-togethers. While they embark on this journey they begin to question their relationship and crazy families.
Rating: 8 out of 10 on the Morgometer
Side Note: This rom-com is perfect for a night with your significant other/ or even your mature child. This wacky family will make you grateful for the one you have.
Jingle All the Way (1996)
Starring: Arnold Schwarzenegger, Sinbad, Phil Hartman, Rita Wilson, Jake Llyod
The Rundown: Workaholic dad, Howard Langston, decides the best way to get back on his son and wife's good side is to buy Jamie, his son, a sold-out toy. On his quest, he runs into a few mishaps as his morals are tested and he learns what his family really needed. How far would a father go for his son? Watch to find out!
Rating: 7 out of 10 on the Morgometer
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer (1964)
Starring: Billie Mae Richards, Burl Ives, Paul Soles, Yukon Cornelius
The Rundown: I'm not gonna give a specific rundown because I'm just gonna assume that you've heard the song. The movie is very much like the song but it shows Rudolph going on a journey.
Rating: 6 out of 10 on the Morgometer
A Christmas Story (1983)
Starring: Jean Shepherd, Peter Billingsley, Zack Ward, Scott Schwartz, Ian Petrella
The Rundown: This holiday movie follows young Ralphie Parker and his family's Christmas adventure. As Ralphie spends most of his time hiding from a bully and dreaming of his ideal gift, his family faces their own differences too. Hopefully they can all make it to Christmas Day intact.
Rating: 7 out of 10 on the Morgometer
Side Note: This movie is great for you to show your kids if you want to show them the dangers of a bebe gun for Christmas!
National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation (1989)
Starring: Chevy Chase, Beverly D'Angelo, Randy Quaid, Juliette Lewis, Johnny Galecki
The Rundown: As Christmas approaches for the Griswold family, Clark Griswold plans to have the perfect Christmas. However, things go bad quickly. His cousin shows up uninvited, his boss takes his bonus away, and nothing can seem to go right. This holiday classic will show you the true meaning of Christmas; if they can get through it.
Rating: 10 out of 10 on the Morgometer
Side Note: Now I may be a little bias with my rating because I'm watching it with my Grandfather as I write this and it is making me very happy to see him laugh. So hopefully this will be you too! I cherish every second I get to spend with him and seeing him laugh makes me even happier!
Frosty the Snowman (1969)
Starring: Jimmy Durante, Billy De Wolfe, June Foray, Jackie Vernon, Paul Frees
The Rundown: A group of kids find an old, beat-up hat and use it for their snowman. Little did they know that the hat was magical! It ended up bringing their dear snowman to life. This leads the mean magician to want the hat back and he tries to destroy Frosty. Frosty and Karen need to get Frosty to the North Pole before he melts, but can they do it in time?
Rating: 5 out of 10 on the Morgometer
Side Note: Although it is rated low, it is one of my favorites. It is just a little slow, to begin with. But please give it a try!
Saving Santa (2013)
Starring: Martin Freeman, Tim Curry, Joan Collins, Ashley Tisdale, Tim Conway
The Rundown: An elf that is an inventor? Singing? An evil mom? Santa Claus? What more could you want for an amazing Christmas movie? Follow Bernard as he goes on a journey to save Santa!
Rating: 9 out of 10 on the Morgometer
Side Note: The first time I watched this movie was on Netflix with my little sister. I wasn't very interested in watching it but when it started I got really into it. This is definitely one of the good ones and it worth the watch!
Now that I've finished this I can officially say that I am pleased with myself. I'm happy that I get to share a bit of me with all of you! These aren't all of the good Christmas movies out there, but these are My favorite! So make sure you grab the popcorn and a blanket for a night of MAGIC!
You can click on the images to be directed to a website where you can but the movies. Happy shopping!
I hope you enjoyed my post! Check back next Wednesday for another Christmas inspired post!
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Have a great day peanuts!
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