Who doesn't love great Christmas movies to get into the holiday spirit? Admittedly, few are even remotely realistic but there is still something charming about those twinkly lights, choirs singing and all that festive cheer that just puts a smile on your face.
From the classics such as It's A Wonderful Life to the more modern comedies like Bad Santa, there is a Christmas movie for everybody. Heck, even Die Hard is a Christmas film…or is it? The debate rages on.
With streaming services taking over the world we are literally spoiled for choice when it comes to the movies that make us all warm and fuzzy.
If Hallmark is your thing, you can subscribe via Amazon Prime (outside of the US) and fill your boots with endless tales of holiday romance and wishes coming through.
However, if prefer some Christmas comedies with a twist then Netflix has a great selection. In fact, they've proved so popular that they now release brand new Christmas movies every year.
But if, even after all that choice, you still don't know what to watch this holiday season, then try one of our picks from below.
We've tried and tested each and every one of them and would happily watch them all again.
So get that eggnog or mulled wine out, grab that cosy blanket and settle in for an evening of Christmas fun.
GREAT CHRISTMAS MOVIES
The Christmas Chronicles
The Christmas Chronicles on Netflix is brilliantly bonkers. From beginning to end the pace is lightening speed and absolutely packed with action. It is a modern Christmas tale with an equally modern Santa and is a must watch for families and true bel...[Read More]
The Holiday Calendar
Abby is in a rut. It's Christmas and she is fed up with her job and has no love life to speak of. When her grandfather gives her a magical antique advent calendar, Abby's life changes as the little toys start to predict her future. It won't win any a...[Read More]
Christmas With You
Popstar Angelina is looking for inspiration and decides to make a fan's wish come in the holiday movie Christmas With You.
Angela's Christmas
This incredibly beautiful short animated film is a triumph. If you're looking for pure warmth and a Christmas movie that will wrap it's arms around you and give you a great big hug, Angela's Christmas is it.
Bad Moms Christmas
Over worked and under pressure, our three Moms decide to ease back on the Christmas festivities until their own mothers turn up to ruin their plans. A really, really funny movie that won't win any Oscars but will give you a few laughs.
Godmothered
Elenor, a naive fairy godmother in training, sets out to grant the last happily ever after request only to discover that the 10-year-old is now all grown up but still needs a lot of help, in Disney's Godmothered.
Jingle Jangle
Toymaker and inventor, Jeronicus Jangle had it all until his ideas were stolen and his family fell apart. But 30 years on can his granddaughter reignite the spark and belief that he once had. Jingle Jangle is a visually stunning and beautifully craft...[Read More]
Klaus
Klaus is one of the most perfect Christmas movies ever created. An animated movie, it follows the origins of Santa Claus from a postman called Jesper, in one of the most miserable towns on earth. It is a feast for the eyes, mind, and heart and will l...[Read More]
Let It Snow
Let It Snow follows four teenage relationships in one town on one day on the run up to Christmas. It's fun and easy to watch with a great cast and a script that isn't as cheesy as most films in this genre. Thumbs up!
The Best Man Holiday
When a group of friends reunite for the holidays after 14 years, they must face their past and come together for each other in The Best Man Holiday. A superbly good drama that brings plenty of laughs and tears with one of the best ensemble casts of a...[Read More]
Love Hard
Natalie meets handsome Josh, the man of her dreams on a dating app and decides to surprise him only to find out she has been catfished. But as luck would have it, the real Josh is an actual person (Tag) so can she really get her happily ever after in...[Read More]
Last Christmas
Starring Emilia Clarke, Last Christmas is pure joy and expertly created by both Emma Thompson and Paul Feig so it's charming without being sickly and a perfect tonic not just for Christmas but all year around.
Can You Watch Hallmark Christmas Movies On Youtube?
Not everybody has access to the Hallmark Channel. And given that they pump out brand new Christmas movies every weekend from October, a lot of us would like to know if you can watch them on Youtube?
The answer to that is yes and no. Yes, you can watch Hallmark Christmas movies on Youtube but they don't come from the official Hallmark Channel.
Often they are recorded from the tv and uploaded by other YouTubers. I'm not sure how they have managed to stay online, but they are definitely there.
Surprisingly the quality is very good. I've checked them out and while they aren't perfect, they are definitely watchable.
Your choice is limited so if you want full access to the range of films, you will have to subscribe to the channel.
You can do that through Amazon Prime and it costs about £5/$5 per month.
New Christmas Movies In 2023
If you're looking for brand new, never seen before Christmas movies in 2023, we've got you covered.
Most are being released by the various streaming services and here's what we know so far.
Netflix
Best. Christmas. Ever! – November 16th
Every Christmas Jackie sends a boastful holiday newsletter that makes her old college friend Charlotte feel les than.
But when Charlotte and her family end up on Jackie’s snowy doorstep just days before Christmas, she decides to prove her old friend's life can’t possibly be that perfect.
Starring Heather Graham, Brandy, Jason Biggs and Matt Cedeño.
Disney+
This is where go for the true classics. So if it's Home Alone or The Nightmare Before Christmas you're after, you'll find it here.
Disney does tend to put a couple of new holiday movies each year and in 2023 they are releasing:
The Santa Clauses- Season 2 – November 8th.
This is a comedy miniseries created for Disney+ and based on The Santa Clause film series.
Starring Tim Allen and Elizabeth Mitchell, the Calvins are back again to save Christmas.
Scott's retirement plans are back on hold and he needs to find another replacement so turns his focus towards training his son Cal (Austin Kane) to take over the family business.
Will Cal take over as Santa or will Scott have to save the holidays all over again?
Dashing Through The Snow – November 17th
Eddie Garrick is a good-hearted man who has turned his back on Christmas due to a traumatic childhood experience.
But when he takes his 9-year-old daughter Charlotte to work with him on Christmas Eve, they meet a mysterious man in a red suit named Nick.
When Nick evokes the wrath of a local politician, Eddie and his daughter end up on a magical adventure that just might restore his faith in Christmas.
Starring Chris “Ludacris” Bridges, Lil Rel Howery, Teyonah Parris and Madison Skye Validum.
The Naughty Nine – November 23rd
When Andy finds out he's on Santa's “naughty list,” he pulls together a group of “naughty list” kids to pull off an elaborate heist in Santa's Village at the North Pole to get the presents they feel they deserve.
A fun family Christmas movie that stars Danny Glover, Derek Theler and Winslow Fegley.
Diary of a Wimpy Kid Christmas: Cabin Fever – December 8th
An animated film that's fun for all the family, things for Greg during the winter vacations are going a little rough.
After getting stuck with his family in the snow and worrying about getting the new console.
Doctor Who Holiday Special – December 25th
Doctor Who is back and in 2023 there are three special episodes that will air from 25 November to 9 December 2023 on BBC One in the UK and Ireland, and on Disney+ internationally on December 25th.
Apple TV+ Christmas Movies 2023
Hannah Waddingham: Home for Christmas – November 22nd 2023
You know her from Ted Lasso but this year, Hannah Waddingham is ringing in Christmas as she welcomes special guests for a musical extravaganza at the London Coliseum.
Amazon Prime Video
Candy Cane Lane – December 1st 2023
From Amazon Studios comes Candy Cane Lane with Eddie Murphy as Chris Carver, man is determined to win the neighbourhood's annual Christmas decorating contest.
However, when he makes a pact with an elf (Jillian Bell) to help him win, the elf casts a spell that brings the 12 days of Christmas to life, which brings unexpected chaos to town.
Christmas Movies 2023 Round Up
So there you have it folks! All the brand new Christmas movies making their way to you in 2023.
So get ready to snuggle up with some hot cocoa because the holiday movie train is chugging full speed ahead into your living rooms.
Streaming platforms are decking the halls with all sorts of festive flicks that'll jingle your bells in 2023.
From rom-coms that'll have you rooting for love under the mistletoe to heartwarming family tales that remind us what the holiday spirit is really about, there’s a sleigh-load of new movies coming your way.
And guess what? You don’t even need to brave the cold or fight for a spot on the couch – it's all at the tip of your remote. So, throw on your comfiest reindeer pyjamas, and get ready to be whisked away to snow-covered wonderlands, magical toy workshops, and perhaps the occasional Christmas-cookie catastrophe.
