It’s that time of year again! Christmas is just around the corner and you’re looking for a movie to watch with your family. You could go out and buy a DVD, but who wants to leave the house on Christmas Eve? Fortunately, Amazon Prime has plenty of great movies for you to choose from. We’ve compiled 29 of our favorites here – all available on Amazon Prime.
Christmas time is here and it’s the perfect time to watch some of your favorite Christmas movies. But with so many options, how do you know which ones are worth watching? We’ve compiled a list for you that includes 29 of the best Christmas movies on Amazon Prime! With IMDB scores and summaries to help you decide if they’re worth streaming during this festive season.
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Best Christmas Movies on Amazon Prime
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A Charlie Brown Christmas
We’ll start off this list with one of my personal favorite holiday films: “A Charlie Brown Christmas.” This 1965 TV special follows Charlie Brown as he tries to find the true meaning of Christmas after being disappointed by his friends’ materialistic gifts. He then gets some help along the way from Linus Van Pelt, Lucy van Pelt, and Snoopy.
IMDB Score: NA
Synopsis: A boy tries to restore the spirit of Christmas in his neighborhood after commercialism threatens to take it over.
If you’re looking for a family-friendly movie that’s heartwarming without any holiday clichés, “A Charlie Brown Christmas” is a perfect movie to watch with the entire family.
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The Polar Express
Like many other people, “The Polar Express” is one of my all-time favorite Christmas movies. This 2004 film follows a young boy on his journey aboard the magical Polar Express to see Santa Claus in person and collect an important life lesson along the way.
IMDB Score: 77 percent positive reviews
Want to see Tom Hanks is a couple of different parts? This movie is the one to watch! Fun for the family and with a great message, “The Polar Express” is definitely worth your time this Christmas.
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Elf
“Elf” is yet another one of my all-time favorite Christmas movies. This 2003 comedy follows Buddy, a young orphan who mistakenly crawls into Santa’s bag and ends up in the North Pole. After realizing that he has no idea what it means to be an elf, his friends help him understand how important family really is at this time of year.
IMDB Score: 83 percent positive reviews
One of the best things about “Elf” is that it’s hilarious for both kids and adults – so everyone can enjoy it together. If you’re looking for a movie with a good dose of Christmas cheer, Elf is definitely the one to watch.
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The Preachers wife
This 1996 drama follows a preacher as he struggles with the death of his wife and all that comes after it.
IMDB Score: 61 percent positive reviews
If you’re looking for something different than your typical holiday film, then The Preachers Wife is definitely worth checking out.
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The Holiday
“The Holiday,” starring Kate Winslet and Cameron Diaz, follows two women who swap homes in each other’s countries after bad relationships – only to fall in love while abroad. IMDB Score: 76 percent positive reviews “The Holiday” may not be a Christmas movie per se, but it’s definitely one worth watching during the holiday season. With a great cast and an even better story, this movie is sure to keep you entertained all throughout Christmas.
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Home Alone
“Home Alone” is the perfect movie to watch if you’re looking for some laughs on Christmas. This 1990 comedy follows Kevin McCallister as he’s accidentally left at home when his family leaves for France. To make things worse, two burglars are trying to rob the McCallister’s house while they’re away! IMDB Score: 61 percent positive reviews If you’ve got a couple of hours to spare and want some funny Christmas entertainment, Home Alone is definitely worth watching this holiday season.
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The Best Man Holiday
This 2013 comedy-drama sequel follows The Best Man Holiday band of college friends as they reunite after 15 years apart to celebrate the holidays together.
IMDB Score: 60 percent positive reviews If you’re looking for a movie with an awesome cast and lots of laughs, then The Best Man Holiday is definitely worth checking out this Christmas.
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Last Christmas
This romantic comedy-drama follows a young woman who is forced to spend her first Christmas alone after she breaks up with her boyfriend.
IMDB Score: NA “Last Christmas” may not be the traditional holiday movie, but it’s definitely one worth watching this year – especially if you’re looking for something different. With an amazing cast and an even better story, this movie is sure to keep you entertained all throughout Christmas.
For a more traditional holiday experience, be sure to check out these 20 best Christmas movies on Amazon Prime . From the hilarious “Home Alone” and “Elf” to the heartwarming “The Holiday”, there’s something for everyone!
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Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch Who Stole Christmas
IMDB Score: 69 percent positive reviews “Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch Who Stole Christmas” is a must-watch for all those who love the holidays! With an incredible cast and lots of laughs, this movie will make you feel like it’s literally Christmastime in your heart .
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Die Hard
“Die Hard,” the 1988 action classic, is the perfect movie to watch if you’re looking for some excitement on Christmas. NYPD cop John McClane finds himself in a Los Angeles skyscraper full of terrorists during Christmastime and has to fight his way out.
IMDB Score: 89 percent positive reviews
If you’re looking for a movie with non-stop action and excitement, Die Hard is the perfect choice. With a great plot and some of the best fight scenes ever put to film, this movie is sure to get your heart racing this Christmas.
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Jingle All the Way
IMDB Score: 23 percent positive reviews
“Jingle All the Way” is a classic Christmas movie for those who love to laugh. This 1996 comedy follows Howard Langston as he tries to get his hands on the hottest toy of the season, Turbo Man, before anyone else.
While it may not be the most critically acclaimed holiday movie, “Jingle All the Way” is sure to make you laugh this Christmas.
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Miracle on 34th Street
IMDB Score: 96 percent positive reviews If you’re looking for an old-timey holiday movie that will really get you into the spirit of Christmas, then Miracle on 34th Street definitely has what it takes . With a simple yet heartwarming story, Miracle on 34th Street is the perfect movie to watch during Christmas.
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Holiday Inn
IMDB Score: 95 percent positive reviews “Holiday Inn” may not be an actual holiday movie per se, but it’s definitely one worth watching this year – especially if you love musicals! With incredible songs and a great cast, “Holiday Inn” will get you into the holiday spirit for sure.
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White Christmas
IMDB Score: 97 percent positive reviews Another classic musical, White Christmas is definitely worth watching this year – especially if you love old-timey entertainment! With an amazing soundtrack and lots of laughs throughout , “White Christmas” is sure to get you into the Christmas spirit.
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A Christmas Story
“A Christmas Story” is a classic holiday movie that follows Ralphie Parker as he tries to convince his parents to get him a Red Ryder BB gun for Christmas.
IMDB Score: 89 percent positive reviews If you’re looking for a movie that will put you in the Christmas spirit, “A Christmas Story” is definitely the one to watch. With its heartwarming story and funny moments, this movie is sure to leave you feeling merry and bright.
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The Muppet Christmas Carol
“The Muppet Christmas Carol,” a 1992 musical version of Charles Dickens’s famous novel, follows the story of Ebenezer Scrooge as he is visited by three spirits on Christmas Eve. I love this one so much!
IMDB Score: 81 percent positive reviews If you’re looking for a more lighthearted take on A Christmas Carol, then “The Muppet Christmas” really is the movie you want to look for this season.
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It’s A Wonderful Life
IMDB Score: 92 percent positive reviews
No Christmas movie list would be complete without “It’s A Wonderful Life.” This 1946 classic tells the story of George Bailey, a man who comes to believe that his life has been a failure, and how an angel helps him see the value in his life.
One of the most beloved holiday movies of all time, “It’s A Wonderful Life” is the perfect way to get yourself into the Christmas spirit.
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The Santa Clause
IMDB Score: 65 percent positive reviews If you’re looking for a movie that will really put you in the holiday spirit this Christmas, then look no further than The Santa Clause. This 1994 classic follows Scott Calvin as he is forced to become the new Santa Clause after his predecessor falls off of his roof on Christmas Eve.
IMDB Score: 83 percent positive reviews What makes this movie so great, though, isn’t just that it puts you in the holiday mood – but also how Scott Calvin goes about becoming a better man and learns what really matters in life.
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Last holiday
Last Holiday is a movie about a woman who takes a vacation to Europe before she has to undergo surgery for a terminal illness.
IMDB Score: 88 percent positive reviews With its heartwarming story and great cast (Queel Latifah), Last Holiday is definitely one movie you won’t want to miss this Christmas – especially if you’re looking for something that will give you the feels .
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Wonder
This Movie is about a boy with a facial deformity and the challenges he goes through.
IMDB Score: 83 percent positive reviews Wonder is one of those rare movies that will really make you think about life and the way we treat others. With its great cast (Julia Roberts, Owen Wilson) and heartwarming story, this movie is definitely worth watching this holiday, even though it’s not a typical Christmas movie).
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Mrs Doubtfire
IMDB Score: 85 percent positive reviews A 1993 classic, Mrs. Doubtfire is one movie that will really put you in the Christmas spirit this year – especially if you’re looking for something with a fairytale-like story .
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The Nightmare before Christmas
IMDB Score: 91 percent positive reviews
“The Nightmare Before Christmas,” Tim Burton’s take on the holidays, is definitely one you don’t want to miss this year – especially because it puts a unique spin on the holiday season!
I love The Nightmare before Christmas. It has such an awesome story and showstopping songs . If you’re looking for a movie that’s both entertaining and different, then you’ll want to check out “The Nightmare Before Christmas.”
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Planes, Trains and Automobiles
IMDB Score: 98 percent positive reviews
Another classic movie for Thanksgiving and Christmas, Planes Trains and Automobiles isn’t actually a Christmas movie at all – but it’s still one worth watching this year.
With an incredible story line and some of the best chemistry between Steve Martin and John Candy ever filmed, “Planes” is sure to get you in the holiday spirit.
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Little Women
This 1994 classic, based on the novel by Louisa May Alcott, follows the lives of four sisters – Meg, Jo, Beth and Amy – as they grow up in Civil War-era America.
IMDB Score: 84 percent positive reviews If you’re looking for a movie with a bit more of an emotional story line this Christmas, then “Little Women” is the perfect choice for you.
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Harry Potter
All of the Harry Potter movies are on Amazon Prime! Ideal to bingewatch them again, right? If you haven’t seen them all, this is a great opportunity to do so.
IMDB Score: 96 percent positive reviews Even if you’ve already seen the Harry Potter movies multiple times, there’s no denying that they are still perfect for getting into the holiday spirit – especially because of their magical story line and festive feel .
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Notting Hill
IMDB Score: 83 percent positive reviews
If you’re looking for a movie that will put your mind at ease and make you feel all warm inside, then “Notting Hill” is the perfect choice. With its great cast (Julia Roberts) and heartwarming story line , it’s definitely one worth watching this holiday season .
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Lalaland
IMDB Score: 93 percent positive reviews
Another great movie to watch this holiday season is “La La Land.” With its incredible cast (Ryan Gosling, Emma Stone) and heartwarming story line, it’s sure to make you feel all warm and fuzzy inside.
This movie is about a jazz pianist who falls in love with an aspiring actress.
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Love, Actually
Who doesn’t know Love, Actually? This amazing movie is one of my favorites!
IMDB Score: 68 percent positive reviews
“Love, Actually,” has become an instant classic over the years – and with good reason. With its incredible cast (Hugh Grant, Liam Neeson) , fantastic story line and festive feel , this movie is definitely one you don’t want to miss out on this holiday season .
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The Night Before: Secret Party
“The Night Before,” with its great cast (Joseph Gordon-Levitt) and funny story line , will have you laughing the whole way through . If that’s what you’re looking for this holiday season, then this is definitely one worth watching .
