A Charlie Brown Christmas
1965, ages 3+

The Peanuts gang in a classic Christmas special.

A Christmas Carol
2009, ages 6+

A gentle, less scary version of the classic.

A Christmas Story
1983, ages 8+

A wonderful antidote to cutesy holiday tales; note: some swearing.

A Muppet Family Christmas
1987, ages 3+

A short-and-sweet, tuneful holiday reunion.

Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas
 2000, ages 6+

Updated version of the classic movie.

Elf
2003, ages 7+

Peppy holiday favorite for both kids and parents.

Frosty the Snowman
1969, ages 3+

Classic Christmas TV special is sing-along fun.

Home Alone
1990, ages 7+

Slapstick family holiday comedy brings the pain.

How the Toys Saved Christmas
1996, ages 5+

Delightful animated Christmas story, but some bullying.

It’s a Wonderful Life
1946, ages 9+

This classic delivers warmth all year long.

Miracle on 34th Street
1947, ages 6+

Classic holiday movie for the whole family.

Prep & Landing
2009, ages 5+

Clever holiday story is merry fun for the whole family.

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer
1964, ages 3+

Old-school, heartwarming classic for all ages.

The Muppet Christmas Carol
1992, ages 5+

A gentle, fuzzy version of the Dickens classic.

The Nightmare Before Christmas
1993, ages 7+

Tim Burton magic with just a touch of scariness.

The Polar Express
2004, age 6+

Book-based treat is full of adventure and positive messages.

The Santa Clause
1994, ages 5+

Heartwarming family tale for both kids and adults.

The Snowman
1982, ages 2+

Charming, wordless, book-based holiday fable for all ages.

While You Were Sleeping
1995, ages 11+

Appealing family comedy with old-fashioned feel.

White Christmas
1954, ages 8+

Musical-comedy classic reprises Irving Berlin hit.