When it comes to Netflix, there’s no doubt that it has its fair share of movies to watch. It is one of the best streaming services in 2024, after all.
But sometimes, all you want is to sit down and watch some of the best Christmas movies, and Netflix has plenty of those as well. Netflix not only has plenty of originals but other movies from studios too. Here are some that are available to check out right now for the season.
That Christmas
This new Netflix animated film is a must-watch for your Christmas movie marathon. That Christmas follows the story of a small-town that suffers from a blizzard on Christmas Eve and the way all the interconnecting stories come together to celebrate the big day – while Santa Claus himself even has to deal with the weather.
I personally love this film, and really want more and more people to check it out as much as possible. I was wondering why Brian Cox was cast as Santa but turns out, he was the perfect pick and brings the big jolly man to life while still adding humanity as well. The animation is fun and the story is sweet.
Stream That Christmas on Netflix.
The Princess Switch (The Trilogy)
Admittedly, when I first saw the trailer for the first film in this series, I thought it looked so silly. I thought that this was just going to be another one of those stories where a princess and the pauper switch places for a day and it’s all fine and dandy.
And to an extent, it is, but I’ll admit that Vanessa Hudgens’ charisma captures you and the Christmas aspect does make it feel a million times better than you’d expect it to be, making the Netflix Christmas universe all that more fun. With two sequels now on Netflix since Hudgens’ condition to return was met, the ultimate Christmas trilogy is now complete – unless a sequel is announced yet again.
Stream The Princess Switch On Netflix.
Stream The Princess Switch: Switched Again on Netflix.
Stream The Princess Switch 3: Romancing The Star on Netflix.
The Christmas Chronicles (And The Sequel)
Both movies in The Christmas Chronicles series follow two children who get themselves tangled up in the adventures of Santa Claus – one time during Christmas night, and the second in the North Pole.
Kurt Russell is the Santa you never thought would be great, but he is. And you’ll be impressed to find out the prep Russell did to become Santa for this movie. I mean, he is one of the coolest movie Santas.
I was captivated by his performance as the famous Mr. Claus throughout each movie, and the sweet addition of his partner Mrs. Claus, played by Goldie Hawn, made the on-screen chemistry the cutest I have ever seen. Not only is the story adorable for a Christmas movie, it really provides a refreshing look at a modern Christmas tale.
Stream The Christmas Chronicles on Netflix.
Stream The Christmas Chronicles: Part Two on Netflix.
Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey
The Netflix original movie, Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey mainly follows a young girl as she brings the magic of inventing back to her grandfather, who has long since lost his passion for it.
I swear, the music in this is just absolutely fantastic. I could write a whole entire article about this movie because I loved it so much. Not only is it a fantastic act of representation within Christmas media, having a near-full POC cast, but it’s also jolly and original.
Of course, the main plot is there – someone’s apprentice steals their master’s ideas and makes it big while the master loses it all – but it’s the way it’s told that really makes Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey stand out above the rest. And the Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Story cast is by far one of the most stellar ensembles in a Netflix film ever. Besides, who wouldn’t want to cuddle with Buddy?
Stream Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey on Netflix.
Klaus
A little bit of a smaller one on this list, Klaus is delightfully animated. In a world that’s dominated by 3D animation and Pixar and Disney, it’s nice to see something like Klaus rise up in the ranks.
Klaus tells the charming story of a postman who is truly the worst, so the academy he is a part of posts him up in a frozen town, where Santa Claus himself seems to be hiding out. This 2D animated beauty will surely knock your socks off with how amazing it looks, along with a story that will warm up your Christmas heart. Klaus is an absolute must-watch.
Hot Frosty
Have you ever wondered what it was like to date a snowman? Well, Hot Frosty answers that for you in a funny but sweet way. The rom-com follows the story of a snowman who is brought to life thanks to a widow’s kindness and how he shows her how to love again.
I know, that is the most typical Christmas mushy-gushy love storyline that I’m sure you could have ever expected. Surprisingly, Hot Frosty holds a lot of depth and goes a lot deeper than many other Christmas movies like this one, so I have to give it props. It’s a fun little film for a nice Saturday afternoon.
A Boy Called Christmas
In this 2021 Netflix original film, A Boy Called Christmas is all about the story of Father Christmas himself, and how at first, he was only just Nikolas. He goes on a magical journey to find out who his father truly is, towards the fabled village of Elfheim, trying to discover the reality of all the stories he’s heard before.
There have been so many amazing iterations of Santa in film since the invention of movies, but I have to say, I really love A Boy Named Christmas. We rarely ever get to see Santa as a child, and we get that in this, plus a super cool adventure mixed in with some adorable creatures and lots of entertaining moments. Also, Maggie Smith is a Christmas delight.
Stream A Boy Called Christmas on Netflix.
The Noel Diary
Starring Justin Hartley from the This Is Us cast, this romantic comedy follows the story of a young man who goes home to settle his mother’s estate, but while there, he discovers a diary that leads him on a holiday adventure unlike any other, one that changes his life forever.
This movie is probably one of the most cheesy romantic Christmas movies out there, but I really do enjoy the heck out of it. It’s fun, sweet, and everything you could need for a nice relaxing Saturday afternoon as you sit by your TV and drink hot cocoa. Justin Hartley is an entertaining leading man and it’ll certainly fill you with Christmas spirit.
Stream The Noel Diary on Netflix.
Let It Snow
When I first found out this was happening a couple of years back, I was understandably a bit excited as a John Green fan, who had read the book back in high school. Let It Snow reminds viewers of what first loves are like, and the awkwardness of high school combined with puberty – it’s a recipe for a Christmas disaster. But it’s truly the most adorable little movie you could watch.
There are three separate stories for you to follow throughout the movie, all taking place during the holiday season and filled to the brim with Christmas cheer, so you’ll never be bored, and it even includes a great LGBTQ+ storyline so everyone has someone to love.
Stream Let It Snow on Netflix.
Falling For Christmas
Falling for Christmas stars Lindsay Lohan as an heiress who loses her memory after a skiing accident. As she starts to remember who she was before, she begins to fall for the owner of the lodge she is staying at – during Christmas time, of course.
I won’t lie and say that this is the best film that Lindsay Lohan has ever done because it’s certainly not – but it is a fun time. The Falling for Christmas cast looks like they are having the time of their lives while filming and it is every bit of a Christmas cliche that you can imagine, but that’s what makes it even better. Truly, such a great pick and something I think everyone would enjoy.
Stream Falling for Christmas on Netflix.
Our Little Secret
Oh look, another Christmas movie starring Lindsay Lohan, who would have thought? Our Little Secret is an original Netflix film that follows a woman celebrating Christmas with her boyfriend only to discover that her ex is a part of the family festivities, so they try to keep their past a secret from everyone else.
You know, I didn’t expect to enjoy this movie as much as I did because, again, the premise is so cheesy and yes, it goes exactly how you think it will. But there’s just something so great about watching Lindsay Lohan and Ian Harding as a couple won me over. They have great chemistry and are a ton of fun to watch. Kristin Chenoweth is fantastic as well.
Stream Our Little Secret on Netflix.
Single All The Way
Have you been perpetually single during the holidays? Single All The Way is the film for you. This hilarious Christmas movie follows a young man who convinces his best friend to pretend to be his boyfriend for the holidays, but he’s surprised when his mother decides to get involved with his love life, and sets him up on a blind date, completely taking over his plans for Christmas.
This movie is such an underrated gem and I love it dearly. It’s so unbelievably cute, and the fact that its primary relationship is an LGBTQ+ one is always a plus for me in terms of representation. Not only that, but the comedy is delivered in a great way – and if that wasn’t enough, Jennifer Coolidge is in this movie, and you need to watch her.
Stream Single All The Way on Netflix.
A Bad Moms Christmas
If you’re looking for a Rated-R Christmas film, then this is the one for you. A Bad Moms Christmas follows the three moms from the first movie, Bad Moms, as they get ready for the holidays, but now, they have to deal with their own mothers coming into town for the holiday.
This movie is so silly and so funny that you can’t help but laugh. Obviously the main three stars, Mila Kunia, Kristen Bell and Kathryn Hahn, are hilarious in their own right, but adding in Christine Baranski, Cheryl Hines and Susan Sarandon as their mothers is possibly one of the best casting decisions ever. I will recommend this any time it is on Netflix.
Stream A Bad Moms Christmas on Netflix.
Several Christmas Specials (For The Kids)
If you want something that’s a little more kid-friendly than some of these – and maybe something not as long – there are several specials from children’s programming featuring Christmas that are available to watch! Here are some of my personal picks:
Spirit Riding: Free Spirit of Christmas: For forty-five minutes, a young tween and their friends need to figure out how to get home in time for Christmas when a snowstorm, and a boulder, block their pathways home.
Stream Spirit Riding: Free Spirit of Christmas on Netflix.
The Elf Story: A scout elf is given the most important mission he’ll ever have – to try and make a young boy believe in the spirit of Christmas once more.
Stream The Elf Story on Netflix.
Elf Pets: In a series of shorts featuring several pets of Santa, watch as they try to aid the jolly man in the holiday, whether that be giving people Christmas spirit or trying to deliver as many gifts as possible.
With how many Christmas movies there are just in general, Netflix will forever be one of the best places to go to find some awesome ones. Now it’s time for me to get my hot cocoa ready.
