Top 20+ best and must-watch Christmas movies for the holiday season

18/12/2024
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    From heartwarming family films to romantic comedies for couples, Christmas movies always bring magic and connection. There’s nothing better than gathering with friends and loved ones to enjoy the most meaningful and must-watch Christmas movies of the season. Let’s explore 20+ unmissable Christmas movies for this festive period.

    1. Unexpected Christmas (2025)

    Genre: Romantic Comedy
    Duration: Updating
    Cast: Tabitha Brown, Lil Rel Howery, Anna Maria Horsford, Reagan Gómez-Preston

    When the Christmas bells ring, the Richardson family expects a warm and perfect holiday until a series of uninvited guests begin to appear. Each arrives with a secret, an unresolved relationship, or memories long left unspoken. Conflicts arise, forcing everyone to confront love and forgiveness. Unexpected Christmas is a sweet, romantic holiday gift for anyone who believes Christmas miracles still exist.

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    2. Jingle Bell Heist (2025)

    Genre: Comedy, Crime
    Duration: Updating
    Cast: Ali Zafar, Lucy Punch, Peter Serafinowicz, Olivia Holt

    Jingle Bell Heist promises to be one of the funniest Christmas comedies of 2025. It follows a group of misfits attempting a daring heist on Christmas Eve, only to be met with fake Santas, unexpected guests, and chaotic twists that reveal each person’s true nature.

    3. Man and Baby (Mr. Bean) – Christmas Edition

    Genre: Comedy
    Duration: 30 minutes per episode, 4 episodes
    Cast: Rowan Atkinson

    Mr. Bean’s Christmas takes a chaotic turn when he unexpectedly becomes the caretaker of a newborn. From diaper changes to bedtime disasters, every effort leads to hilarious consequences. Man and Baby is a classic comedy series perfect for laughter-filled holiday gatherings.

    4. A Merry Little Ex-Mas (2025)

    Genre: Romantic Comedy, Family
    Duration: Updating
    Cast: Alicia Silverstone, Melissa Joan Hart, Jameela Jamil

    A Merry Little Ex-Mas follows a woman forced to spend Christmas with her ex and his family after an unexpected incident. Through awkward moments and resurfacing feelings, they begin to reconsider their past relationship. A perfect pick for fans of sweet, romantic Christmas stories.

    5. Champagne Problems (2025)

    Genre: Comedy, Family Drama
    Duration: Updating
    Cast: Minka Kelly, Tom Wozniczka, Thibault de Montalembert

    Centered on a wealthy family’s “luxury problems” during Christmas, Champagne Problems explores hidden secrets and tensions beneath holiday glamour. When the children return home, pressure around money and success starts to bubble over like champagne.

    6. Hot Frosty (2024)

    Genre: Comedy, Romance, Fantasy
    Duration: 90 minutes
    Cast: Lacey Chabert, Dustin Milligan, Katy Mixon, Lauren Holly

    Hot Frosty tells the magical story of a lonely woman whose Christmas wish for a boyfriend turns real when her snowman comes to life. Sweet, whimsical, and full of festive charm, it’s perfect for cozy holiday nights.

    7. Dear Santa (2024)

    Genre: Comedy, Romance
    Duration: 103 minutes
    Cast: Jack Black, Robert Downey Jr., Keegan-Michael Key

    Dear Santa follows two men whose job is intercepting letters sent to Santa. Chaos begins when they receive a special letter from a young girl, sending them on an unexpected Christmas adventure filled with humor and heart.

    8. Our Little Secret (2024)

    Genre: Romantic Comedy, Family
    Duration: 101 minutes
    Cast: Lindsay Lohan, Kristin Chenoweth

    A former couple must spend Christmas together after learning their families are dating each other. Packed with humorous moments and warm emotions, it’s a charming Christmas movie filled with romance and surprises.

    9. That Christmas (2024)

    Genre: Animation, Family
    Duration: 91 minutes
    Cast: Bill Nighy, Brian Cox, Fiona Shaw, Jodie Whittaker, Lolly Adefope, Guz Khan

    That Christmas is a colorful animated film combining sweet holiday stories about neighbors, mischievous pets, and the magical adventures of children. A wholesome choice for family viewing.

    10. The Night Before Christmas in Wonderland (2024)

    Genre: Fantasy, Adventure, Family
    Duration: 80 minutes
    Cast: Emilia Clarke, Gerard Butler, Simone Ashley

    Inspired by Alice in Wonderland, this film takes viewers on a magical Christmas Eve adventure as a young girl enters a decorated fantasy world and must help its quirky residents save the holiday.

    11. Red One (2024)

    Genre: Action, Comedy, Adventure
    Duration: 123 minutes
    Cast: Dwayne Johnson, Chris Evans, Kiernan Shipka

    Red One is one of the most anticipated Christmas films of 2024. A special ops agent teams up with Santa Claus to save Christmas, delivering explosive action and humor for the whole family.

    12. Nutcrackers (2024)

    Genre: Dark Comedy, Drama
    Duration: 104 minutes
    Cast: Ben Stiller, Homer Janson, Ulysses Janson

    Nutcrackers offers a modern, humorous twist on Christmas family drama, exploring buried tensions and emotional depth as a man returns home for the holidays.

    13. The Merry Gentlemen (2024)

    Genre: Comedy, Musical, Romance
    Duration: 85 minutes
    Cast: Chad Michael Murray, Britt Robertson, Beth Broderick

    A lively Christmas musical about a group of charming men who must save a local bar by organizing a grand holiday event. Full of music, romance, and festive cheer.

    14. Falling For Christmas (2022)

    Genre: Romantic Comedy, Family
    Duration: 93 minutes
    Cast: Lindsay Lohan, Chord Overstreet

    After a skiing accident causes memory loss, a spoiled heiress learns to embrace a simple life under the care of a lodge owner and discovers the true meaning of Christmas.

    15. A Castle For Christmas (2021)

    Genre: Romantic Comedy, Family
    Duration: 98 minutes
    Cast: Brooke Shields, Cary Elwes

    Set in a Scottish castle, this charming romance follows an American author who falls for a stubborn Scottish duke in a dreamy winter setting.

    16. The Christmas Chronicles (2018)

    Genre: Adventure, Family Comedy
    Duration: 104 minutes
    Cast: Kurt Russell, Darby Camp, Judah Lewis

    Two siblings accidentally derail Santa’s Christmas Eve mission and must help him save the holiday before sunrise. Fun, magical, and uplifting.

    17. Last Christmas (2019)

    Genre: Romance, Comedy, Drama
    Duration: 103 minutes
    Cast: Emilia Clarke, Henry Golding, Emma Thompson

    Inspired by the Wham! hit song, Last Christmas explores themes of love and emotional healing with a heartfelt twist ending.

    18. Let It Snow (2019)

    Genre: Romance, Comedy, Teen
    Duration: 92 minutes
    Cast: Isabela Merced, Shameik Moore, Kiernan Shipka

    A sweet teen Christmas film about friendship, young love, and self-discovery during a holiday snowstorm.

    19. Home Alone (1990)

    Genre: Comedy, Family
    Duration: 103 minutes
    Cast: Macaulay Culkin, Joe Pesci, Daniel Stern

    The iconic story of Kevin McCallister, an 8-year-old left home alone who defends his house from burglars with clever traps and festive spirit.

    20. Love Actually (2003)

    Genre: Romantic Comedy
    Duration: 135 minutes
    Cast: Hugh Grant, Keira Knightley, Liam Neeson, Alan Rickman, Emma Thompson

    Love Actually intertwines eight heartfelt love stories set during Christmas in London, celebrating love in all its forms.

    Christmas is a time to slow down and enjoy the precious moments we share. Hopefully this list helps you choose the perfect holiday movie lineup. For the best cinematic experience, visit and book your tickets at CGV AEON MALL Tân Phú Celadon to enjoy festive Christmas films with family and friends.

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