Discover 20 Christmas movies available on streaming platforms: comedies, romances, animation, classics, and new releases to enjoy the festive spirit from the comfort of your couch.
December brings that familiar charm: lights everywhere, gifts that appear (and disappear), dinners piling up, and the emotional chaos typical of the year’s end. In the middle of that beautiful yet exhausting mix, there’s a foolproof plan: slow down and give yourself over to a good story. That’s why we’ve put together a selection of 20 Christmas movies available on streaming platforms, with options for every taste—humor, romance, fantasy, animation, reimagined classics, and brand-new adventures that bring back, even if just for a while, the season’s kindest spirit.
Taylor, a single mother struggling financially, lands a job at a ski resort… disguised as Santa Claus. What starts as a well-meaning lie turns into a romantic comedy full of misunderstandings, warmth, and holiday spirit—along with a charming manager who might discover (or fall for) her secret.
Michelle Pfeiffer leads this warm, modern family comedy that reimagines Christmas classics through the eyes of an unexpected heroine: an exhausted mom. When her family accidentally leaves her home alone on Christmas Eve, Claire decides to escape and live an adventure of her own. Travel, laughter, mistakes, and reunions intertwine in a story that celebrates the mothers who hold everything together, with a delightful cast including Felicity Jones and Chloë Grace Moretz.
A series of five stop-motion shorts bursting with color, music, and festive spirit. Mickey, Minnie, Santa, and friends embark on musical adventures featuring sleighs, toy workshops, giant trees, and even a disco party at the North Pole. Perfect for kids—or for reconnecting with your inner child.
A skeptical journalist meets Chris, a charming man who claims to be Santa Claus’s son. Though she doesn’t believe him, magical events begin happening all around her. Romance, magic, and humor in a story made for those who love believing in the impossible.
Emma feels her world collapse when she learns she’ll be spending the holidays with her widowed father… and his new girlfriend. Determined to stop the relationship, she launches a Christmas operation filled with schemes, sabotage, and increasingly ridiculous plans. But as she tries to break the couple apart, Emma is forced to confront her own prejudices and learns that the holiday spirit sometimes comes disguised as second chances.
When the CEO of a toy company kidnaps Santa Claus, a father and his son must embark on an epic mission to rescue him. Action, humor, and family emotion come together in this sequel that leans into classic Christmas adventure.
Rowena, the daughter of divorced parents, has spent years enduring “split” Christmases. Emotionally drained, she makes an impulsive wish to a neighborhood Santa: to have a better Christmas. To her surprise, she gets stuck in a time loop, reliving December 25th over and over again. With each repetition, Rowena must face her insecurities, unrealized dreams, and the challenge of accepting her blended family as it is.
Lucy, a screenwriter hired to rewrite a Christmas classic, mysteriously travels back to 1946 and ends up inside the movie itself. Surrounded by vintage costumes, a dashing leading man, and the magic of old Hollywood studios, she finds love, inspiration, and a renewed sense of Christmas.
The timeless Christmas classic shines again in this animated version that blends humor, heart, and stunning visuals. The Grinch, a grumpy loner determined to steal Christmas from the residents of Whoville, devises the perfect plan to ruin the holidays. But his mission becomes complicated when he meets little Cindy Lou, a kind-hearted girl who believes even the coldest hearts can change.
Based on real events, this charming film tells the story of how a young Charles Dickens—played by Dan Stevens—created A Christmas Carol in 1843, at a time when his career was in crisis. Rejected by publishers and under crushing financial pressure, Dickens decides to write and publish the book himself. As he imagines characters like Scrooge, the Christmas spirits, and Tiny Tim, the film shows how his creativity forever transformed the way we celebrate Christmas.
Jen, a shy decorator who’s far from being an influencer, enters a Christmas contest pretending to have the “perfect life.” She asks her best friend to pose as her husband, and the lie grows… along with their feelings. A sweet, funny comedy perfect for fans of festive romance.
The iconic Chilean puppet newscast returns with its absurd and clever humor to save Christmas. When a heat wave threatens to ruin the celebrations in Titirilquén, Juan Carlos Bodoque travels to the North Pole on an urgent mission. Meanwhile, the rest of the team prepares a chaotic holiday event filled with songs and a special appearance by Julieta Venegas. A fun, fresh special packed with references for fans of all ages.
Two twin sisters, tired of living completely different lives, decide to swap roles over the holidays. Each discovers the challenges—and charms—of the other’s routine. A light, entertaining comedy with nods to The Parent Trap.
A couple on the brink of divorce decides to spend one last Christmas together for the sake of their children. But with new loves, old feelings, and plenty of outrageous moments, nothing goes as planned. A romantic comedy full of mix-ups, tenderness, and second chances.
Three professional pickpockets think they’ve found the perfect Christmas score, but their plans fall apart when an unusual Santa tells them they must find three precious gifts—or face an unpleasant fate. Forced to work together and leave their cynicism behind, the thieves embark on a mission full of magic, humor, and festive chaos, discovering that not every heist has to end badly—and that even the hardest hearts can soften in December.
After being dumped just before Christmas Eve, Brooke hires an actor to pretend to be her boyfriend for the holidays. What starts as a desperate plan turns into a charming romantic comedy full of fake identities and real chemistry.
Elmo and his friends set out to create unique Christmas gifts with the help of Mark Rober, the famous former NASA engineer. Inventions, laughter, and lots of imagination come together in a special that celebrates creativity and the magic of sharing with little ones.
A woman and her children move to a small town that seems perfect for Christmas—only to discover a secret hidden in their old house. With the help of a local historian, she sets out to solve the mystery amid clues, romance, and holiday traditions.
Fed up with the holidays, Addy wishes Christmas would stop existing… and her wish comes true. Suddenly she’s living in a black-and-white world with no festivity at all. To bring back the colors—and the lost spirit—she must reconnect with what truly matters. A heartfelt comedy that pays homage to Home Alone.
In this festive special, Meghan Markle opens the doors of her home—and her traditions—to share family recipes, personal memories, and intimate conversations with close friends and new guests. Through emotional stories and creative tips, the special offers a warm Christmas centered on the small rituals that make the holidays shine brighter.
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