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15 Best Movies To Watch Before Christmas

All of the holiday classics in one list

Lora Petersen
Dec 19, 2016
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We all have our go-to Christmas movies, the ones we can always count on to be exactly what we need. In search of a new tradition? Look no further.

1. A Christmas Story

Always a classic, for every generation.

2. Elf

Is it really Christmas without Will Ferrell shouting about Santa?

3. The Santa Clause Trilogy

Tim Allen might just have the most convincing portrayal of Santa Claus to-date.

4. The Polar Express

As a kid, the idea of a train taking you to the North Pole was magical. As an adult, that really hasn't changed.

5. A Charlie Brown Christmas

You always feel sorry for that poor little tree. It didn't deserve their ridicule.

6. Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer

A childhood classic, with a very catchy song.

7. Frosty the Snowman

Just like Rudolph, it's a childhood classic.

8. The Grinch

Whether you watch the animated version or the Jim Carrey version, the meaning is essentially the same.

9. It's A Wonderful Life

A beautiful story about being thankful.

10. White Christmas

Complete with musical numbers and a classic love story.

11. Miracle on 34th Street

A heartwarming story about Christmas miracles.

12. A Christmas Carol

Also about miracles, this one is a nice reminder on what the spirit of Christmas really is.

13. Love Actually

If you're into love stories, this is obviously the best choice.

14. Die Hard

While it's not 'technically' a Christmas movie, it takes place during Christmas, and it's a tradition in my house. What's more Christmas-y than Bruce Willis and Alan Rickman?

15. Lethal Weapon

Also not really a Christmas movie, but it also takes place during the holidays. It's the holiday movie for the action buff.

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