There's nothing like getting cosy and gathering around for a film with all the family during the Christmas season.
A great way to get into the festive season ahead of the big day is to get everyone together, and enjoy a few movies with a big mug of hot chocolate - or your warming tipple of choice!
Whether you're looking for a classic you'll never get sick of watching, or a new offering - there's something for everyone!
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We've put together a list of some of our favourite Christmas movies for all the family to enjoy this year to give you some inspiration if you're stuck.
Elf (2003)
Quickly becoming a staple film of the festive season, the main character Buddy with his absolute love for Christmas and his excitement will easily spread across the family.
How to watch: Now TV and Amazon Prime
Santa Claus: The Movie (1985)
The legend of Santa Claus is put in jeopardy when a toy manufacturer attempts to take over Christmas.
How to watch: Apple TV, Amazon Prime
The Polar Express (2004)
A young boy boards a train and embarks on an extraordinary journey to the North Pole to meet Santa Claus. His life takes a turn after he encounters special people that make his journey memorable.
How to watch: Amazon Prime and Now TV
How the Grinch Stole Christmas (2000)
Grinch lives in solitude just outside Whoville. He hates the townsfolk and despises Christmas. Cindy Lou, a six-year-old girl who believes in the spirit of the festival, sets out to reform him.
How to watch: Amazon Prime
Home Alone (1990)
Eight-year-old Kevin is accidentally left behind when his family leaves for France. At first, he is happy to be in charge, but when thieves try to break into his home, he tries to put up a fight.
How to watch: Disney+
The Christmas Chronicles (2018)
The story of sister and brother, Kate and Teddy Pierce, whose Christmas Eve plan to catch Santa Claus on camera turns into an unexpected journey that most kids could only dream about.
How to watch: Netflix
Home Alone 2: Lost in New York (1992)
Kevin accidentally boards a flight to New York City and gets separated from his family who are on their way to Miami. He then bumps into two of his old enemies, who plan to rob a toy store.
How to watch: Disney+
National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation (1989)
Clark Griswold is really into Christmas and promises to make it a good one until he turns everything completely around, causing a domino effect of disasters.
How to watch: Now TV
Scrooge: A Christmas Carol (2022)
A new remake of the Christmas classic, this animated version stars the voices of Jessie Buckley, Luke Evans, Olivia Colman, and Jonathan Pryce. It was released on December 2.
How to watch: Netflix
The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special (2022)
Starring Chris Pratt, Karen Gillan, Bradley Cooper and a new addition of Kevin Bacon to the Marvel Cinematic Universe, this Christmas special follows the Guardians, who head to Earth in search of the perfect Christmas present for starlord Peter Quill (Pratt).
How to watch: Disney+
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