Where To Stream Christmas Classic Movies: From ‘The Grinch’ To ‘Rudolph’ To Elf’
You need the classics like you need whiskey in your egg nog. Here's where to find them.
Holiday nostalgia season is upon us and there’s no better way to comfort your inner child, or entertain your actual child, than with these Christmas classic movies. Though some have been snatched up by exclusive streaming services, there are plenty of classic Christmas movies to fill the long winter days. There’s a classic in here for every age in your family, be it your cranky toddler, cranky teen, or cranky spouse, and these warm and fuzzies are sure to brighten your family’s mood like the fragrant evergreen tree in your living room.
No more fighting over the remote, we’ve got your seasonal movie nights covered. FromRudolphtoFrostytoThe Grinch,and yes, that movie where the kid’s maybe gonna get his eye shot out, here’s where to find the most-demanded Christmas classics streaming right now.
Mickey’s Christmas Carol
Mickey stars in his best performance as good-natured Bob Cratchitt, but he’s no Kermit the Frog.
Mickey’s Christmas Carol is available to stream onDisney+
How the Grinch Stole Christmas
父母爱的2018年动画版主演nedict Cumberbatch. Jim Carrey is a must-skip, and to quote my brother-in-law, “Broadway should remain closed indefinitely as punishment for the musical.” Stick with what you know and love.
The classic 1966 Grinch isstreaming on Peacock.
Frosty the Snowman, andRudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer
Your holiday won’t be the same without these nostalgic classics about bullying and absolute terror.
In 2022,Rudolphwill air for a limited timeon network TV. Otherwise, it’s only available for purchase (not rental) onAmazon.
Frosty the Snowmanis available for purchase (not rental)on YouTube.
A Charlie Brown Christmas
As with allPeanutsspecials,A Charlie Brown Christmasnot longer airs on network TV and is only on Apple TV+. During December 2022, Apple will stream for free, regardless of membership.
WatchA Charlie Brown Christmason Apple TV+ here.
The Nightmare Before Christmas
Is it for Halloween or Christmas? Or is it somewhere in between? We still think its brilliant either way, which is why it's in the top 10 of our list of100 best kids' movies, ever.
The Nightmare Before Christmasavailable to stream onDisney+
The Nutcracker: The Motion Picture
Maurice Sendak designed the sets for the timeless ballet, which was then filmed as a feature-length movie in 1986. It is without a doubt the best-filmed version to watch, with all the proper creepiness and mischief of Sendak’s books.
The Nutcracker: The Motion Pictureis available to stream onPrime
The Polar Express
One of our writers called the Robert Zemeckis monstrosity“a creepers death-ride through an Arctic hellscape.”
The Polar Expressis streamingon HBO Max.
Muppet Christmas Carol
What is the best version ofA Christmas Caroland why is it the Muppets? Michael Caine is the best Scrooge ever. Nota lot of people know that.
Muppet Christmas Carolis available to stream onDisney+
The Snowman
No, this is not the creepy Dad-as-snowman Michael Keaton movieJack Frost; it’s the beloved 1982 film that was nominated for Best Animated Short. The film was so popular before its US release, that David Bowie, a fan of Raymond Briggs’s original story,starred in the movie’s intro when it came to America.
The Snowmanis available to stream onPrime
The Santa Clause
My first-grader recently asked what happens when Santa dies and I didn’t have the heart to tell her Tim Allen takes his place. The third installment of the series involves time travel and an alternate dimension.
The Santa Clauseis available to stream onDisney+
For those who can’t get enough of Tim Allen, there’s also the new 2022 Disney+ TV series calledThe Santa Clauses.
It’s a Wonderful Life
Drop-in a few of these woke, timely quotes to annoy the Boomers in your life. Start with this perfectly pissed-off George Bailey:
“What’d you say a minute ago? They had to wait and save their money before they even ought to think of a decent home. Wait? Wait for what? Until their children grow up and leave them? Until they’re so old and broken down that they… Do you know how long it takes a working man to save $5,000? Just remember this, Mr. Potter, that this rabble you’re talking about… they do most of the working and paying and living and dying in this community.
It’s a Wonderful Life is available to stream onPrime
Elf
威尔·法瑞尔的滑稽但停留艾米Sedaris’s line about declawing kittens.
A Christmas Story
This classic has only gotten more complicated with the release ofA Christmas Story Christmas. ResidentChristmas Storyexpert Caseen Gaines has argued this movieis actuallyanti-gun, just in case you’re confused.
A Christmas Storyand its sequel areboth on HBO Max.
Home AloneandHome Alone 2: Lost in New York
Both originalHome Aloneshold up because they’re freaking hilarious. For novelty,rewatching the second oneis really fun right now, but we selected the firstHome Aloneon our100-best kid's movie listfor a reason.
Home AloneandHome Alone 2: Lost in New Yorkare available to stream on Disney+
Miracle on 34th Street
Take your pick from the original 1947 or the 1994 adaptation with Richard Attenborough as the real Kris Kringle who fills in for Drunk Santa.
Miracle on 34th Street (1947)is available to stream on Disney+, as is the1994 remake.
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