Christmas Eve has arrived, and many families prefer to stay home watching movies. That’s why we’ve put together a list of the best Christmas movies for you to enjoy with your loved ones.
What movies can I watch on Christmas Eve?
‘Home Alone’ (Disney+, Movistar Plus+)
Of course, this movie is a must-watch during the holiday season. This Christmas classic is perfect for both kids and adults, so the whole family can enjoy it.
Starring Macaulay Culkin, the film follows a boy who is left home alone during the Christmas holidays and takes matters into his own hands to make life difficult for two burglars trying to rob the neighborhood.
‘The Grinch’ (Movistar Plus+, Prime Video)
The perfect counterpart to Santa Claus had to stand out at some point. That’s how Jim Carrey, at one of the peak moments of his career, starred in one of the most iconic Christmas movies and transformed into a green creature who despises Christmas and is completely opposed to its joyful spirit.
Inspired by Dr. Seuss’s classic tale, this story also has an animated adaptation. Both versions have captivated the youngest members of the household, who love this grumpy and peculiar character.
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‘Elf’ (Prime Video, Movistar Plus+)
The story follows a human boy who, by accident, ends up in Santa Claus’s sack and is raised by elves at the North Pole. Three decades later, now an adult and towering over his tiny adoptive family, he embarks on a journey to New York to find his biological father… all while dressed in his signature elf attire.
‘The Nightmare Before Christmas’ (Disney+)
The plot revolves around Jack Skellington, a living skeleton who, after discovering Christmas, decides to kidnap Santa Claus and recreate the holiday in a dark and sinister way within his eerie Halloween world.
‘Love Actually’ (Prime Video, Filmin)
In London, just before Christmas, the stories of several couples intertwine, resulting in romantic, comedic, and sometimes heartwarming moments.
‘Gremlins’ (Movistar Plus+, Filmin)
The story centers on Gizmo, a charming Mogwai whose peaceful behavior turns into chaos if three crucial rules aren’t followed: no sunlight, no water, and never feed it after midnight, as these actions turn it into terrifying creatures.
‘Scrooged’ (Movistar Plus+)
This is a parody of Charles Dickens’ classic “A Christmas Carol”, featuring a character who believes in nothing and is greedy, unpleasant, and cruel to those around him. His life takes an unexpected turn when he is visited by three ghosts who show him his past, present, and future. Each episode becomes darker than the last, but all are filled with the actor’s signature humor, making it a memorable experience for both children and adults.
‘Ghostbusters’ (Prime Video, Filmin)
An exciting tale of friendship and adventure following a group of experts dedicated to capturing supernatural entities.
‘Groundhog Day’ (Filmin)
Bill Murray plays a man with a difficult personality who finds himself trapped in a time loop, reliving the same day over and over—the famous “Groundhog Day.” To break the cycle, he must learn to change his attitude and become a better person.
‘It’s a Wonderful Life’ (Movistar Plus+, Filmin)
Directed by Frank Capra and starring James Stewart, this film tells the story of a humble man who, on Christmas Eve, contemplates taking his life after suffering a significant financial loss. However, an unexpected twist changes the course of events at the last moment.
What is the most-watched Christmas movie?
Released in October 2018, the latest version of Dr. Seuss’s classic “How the Grinch Stole Christmas!” grossed $512.9 million worldwide, making it the highest-grossing Christmas movie of all time.
