5 Christmas Movies That Deserve a Spot in Your December Watchlist

🎬 5 Christmas Movies That 

 Deserve a Spot in Your December   

 Watchlist

December is the season of cosy lights, warm drinks, and pretending you’re not stressed. And nothing makes the month feel better than a solid Christmas movie night. Instead of rewatching the same old films, here are five that truly deserve a place on your December watchlist — funny, emotional, nostalgic, and full of festive comfort.

🎅 1️⃣ Klaus (2019)

Why it deserves a spot:
Klaus is one of those films that sneaks up on you. You go in expecting a cute little Christmas animation and suddenly you’re sitting there like, “Why am I emotional? Why is this actually deep? Why does this look like a painting that got bullied into becoming a movie?” It’s one of the few Christmas films made in the last decade that feels timeless — the world, the characters, the message… everything hits exactly where it needs to. And the ending? Oof. Big emotion. Warm-blanket-on-a-cold-night emotion.

The vibe:
Hand-painted visuals, a cosy winter atmosphere, beautiful music, and a story that somehow makes you believe in kindness again. It’s Christmas magic done properly — not forced, not cheesy, just genuinely powerful.

Who it’s perfect for:
People who want a Christmas film that means something, and for anyone who wants a break from the usual “bells, jingles, and chaos” films. If you need your soul warmed? This is the one.


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🎄 2️⃣ Arthur Christmas (2011)

Why it deserves a spot:
This film is the definition of “how is this so good and why doesn't anyone hardly ever mention it?” It’s clever, fast, full of personality, and the comedy actually lands. The whole plot basically answers the childhood question: “How does Santa deliver all those presents in one night?” But instead of a boring explanation, you get a full mission, gadgets, family drama, and Santa’s entire legacy being held together by duct tape and optimism. Arthur himself is accidentally one of the most wholesome characters in Christmas movie history.

The vibe:
Bright, funny, warm-hearted, with that classic Aardman charm (even though it’s CG). It’s chaos — but sweet chaos, the good kind.

Who it’s perfect for:
Anyone who wants to laugh, feel something, and watch a Christmas film that doesn’t feel like it was cloned from every other one. Great for families, couples, or anyone who wants something cheerful that still has heart.


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🎁 3️⃣ National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation 

(1989)

Why it deserves a spot:
This is Christmas chaos in movie form — and that’s why it still hits today. Every adult who has ever tried to organise a “perfect Christmas” watches this and goes: “Yeah… that checks out.” Burnt turkeys, dodgy lights, annoying relatives, unexpected disasters — it’s basically December as a personality. The jokes still hold up because they weren’t trying too hard; they were just telling the truth about how messy the holiday season is.

The vibe:
90 minutes of festive meltdown energy, but in the funniest way possible. Nostalgic, loud, ridiculous, and somehow still comforting.

Who it’s perfect for:
People who need to laugh at the madness of the holidays because if you don’t laugh… you’ll cry. A December essential for anyone feeling overwhelmed by family chaos.


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❄️ 4️⃣ The Christmas Chronicles (2018)

Why it deserves a spot:
This movie surprised everyone — because Kurt Russell walked in like, “I’m going to be the coolest Santa you’ve ever seen,” and he actually was. It’s fun, energetic, and has a proper story behind it, not just random holiday filler. It’s the kind of modern Christmas movie you put on expecting background noise and then 20 minutes later you’re like, “Wait… this is actually really good?” And don’t even get me started on the Santa suit. The man wears it like a rockstar.

The vibe:
Festive adventure, Christmas magic, a bit of action, a bit of heart, lots of charm. It feels like the holiday equivalent of a warm hot chocolate with a sugar rush.

Who it’s perfect for:
Anyone who wants a modern Christmas film that still feels like a proper movie. Great for families, couples, or solo December nights.


Image credit: Film poster © respective studio. Used under editorial fair use for commentary/review.

🦌 5️⃣ The Santa Clause (1994)

Why it deserves a spot:
This one hits with pure nostalgia. If you grew up watching it, the moment the theme music starts you’re already emotionally compromised. Tim Allen somehow nails the balance of sarcastic, confused, and wholesome — and the whole “average guy accidentally becoming Santa” storyline still works today. It’s cosy, it’s funny, it’s heartfelt, and it gives you that old-school Christmas vibe that feels like childhood in movie form.

The vibe:
Warm lights, snowy streets, 90s charm, a gentle story, and that feeling of Christmas magic you don’t get from modern films anymore.

Who it’s perfect for:
Anyone who wants to feel like a kid again for 90 minutes. Put it on with hot chocolate, blanket, tree lights on — perfect December night.


Image credit: Film poster © respective studio. Used under editorial fair use for commentary/review.

Five films, five different moods — cosy, chaotic, nostalgic, modern, and magical. Add them to your December watchlist and make the most of the season.



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