“This is extremely important. Will you please tell Santa that instead of presents this year I want my family back.” –Kevin McCallister, Home Alone. Christmas is the season of giving, harmony, and getting together with the ones you love. It is about spending time, enjoying the little moments that count, and making memories. There are a variety of movies and shows dedicated to the Christmas spirit. Films filled with love, togetherness, sympathy, and all other characteristics. So get cozy because we are going to watch some of the best Christmas movies!
Home Alone
Home Alone is one of the most classical Christmas movies out there. It would be a shocker if someone didn’t know about it. Home Alone was released on November 16, 1990. The movie follows an eight-year-old boy, Kevin, who was mistakenly left alone at home when his big family of fifteen people took a trip to Paris for Christmas vacation. Kevin’s family didn’t realize he was missing until they were on the flight and started to panic. Meanwhile, Kevin is at home having the time of his life believing that his wish of his family disappearing has come true. Until, he was out one day getting groceries to eat but stumbled into a conversation with two con artists saying that they were going to rob Kevin’s house. What will Kevin do? How will he stop the men? Many people say they enjoyed watching the movie and that it was humorous. On RottonTomatoes.com, on August 19, 2024, Mckay S wrote, “It’s a great movie, that is a Christmastime must-watch! It’s filled with great comedy, great writing, and great acting, not to mention a top-notch score by John Williams! It’s one of my all-time favorite holiday movies!” Home Alone is one of those Christmas movies you should not miss out on.
How the Grinch Stole Christmas
The movie, How the Grinch Stole Christmas, was originally a children’s book written by Dr. Suess. The book was released in 1957, and after 43 years, it turned into a movie in 2000. Actor Jim Carrey stars as a green, fluffy, grumpy humanoid called the Grinch. As a young boy, the Grinch was often neglected and forgotten by the others. He lived in isolation for most of his life with his fox terrier, Max. The Grinch hated Christmas because he would always feel excluded from celebrations. In the movie, the Grinch is determined to ruin Christmas for everyone because he dislikes the season himself. However, his dog seems to think the opposite and tries to make the Grinch help people, like Cindy Lou. Cindy Lou is a young girl who changed the Grinch’s perspective on Christmas and helps him treat others with kindness. How the Grinch Stole Christmas is a favorite of many as it leaves people laughing and warmth to many hearts.
The Grinch
Now, How the Grinch Stole Christmas and The Grinch are two completely different yet similar movies. The Grinch is an animated movie that is much more appealing and colorful to younger children. In this movie, the Grinch lives in his fancy, well-furnished cave with his dog Max, who carries most of the responsibilities like making food, etc. This movie is just as funny as the first one and still implies the same meaningful message. One day, the Grinch goes downtown to go shopping. As he walks through the town, he makes sure to crush any emotions of joy people are feeling around the season of giving. On his visit to who-ville, he stumbled across Cindy-Lou who plays a big part in the story. The Grinch returns to his cave, and days later he comes up with a plan to “steal” Christmas away from others. At night, he makes trips to people’s houses and steals their presents and Christmas trees, however, he crashes into someone. Although this movie is much more different than the original, it is still enjoyable to watch. On December 5, 2024, Cody W. on RottonTomatoes.com, wrote, “Ring in the holiday season with DR. SEUSS’ THE GRINCH, a delightful, funny, and entertaining adaptation of the classic children’s book that will make you smile every time you watch it.” 
The Princess Switch
If you love a good princess story, then The Princess Switch is the perfect movie for you! This classic movie features two girls who meet, realize they look so much alike, and decide to switch places. One of the girls is a patisserie and owns a bakery in Chicago; while the other girl is a duchess from an imaginary country called Montenaro, who is arranged to marry a prince named Edward. The two girls stumble upon each other behind the scenes of the Belgravia baking competition and are completely amazed by how alike they both look. The Duchess finds an excuse to invite the baker into the palace and then convinces the baker to switch places with her. Both girls spend multiple days switching places and convince almost everyone they are the other person throughout the movie. The Princess Switch is filled with many interesting events that you can not miss and it has a compelling ending. This movie as well as its two other sequels both take place during Christmas Time and set the holiday spirit.
There are numerous Christmas movies all over the globe, but these movies are a must-watch! They accurately portray what Christmas is all about and how being with others shapes your holidays. You can watch these with your friends or family members huddled up on Christmas Eve on the couch! So get up, grab your friends or family members, and start watching! Have a holly jolly Christmas!
