These are the top 10 best holiday movies for kids. Kids of all ages will love these holiday movies. Most of these holiday movies are classics that we grew up with, though some of these holiday movies for kids are a little newer. You can watch these Christmas movies at home or in the classroom. Some are live action and others are claymation or animated. Regardless, there is a movie for everyone! These holiday movies for kids are a great way to countdown to Christmas!
Best Holiday Movies For Kids
Looking for some great holiday movies for kids and for the family to enjoy? We have the best, most classic, and our favorite holiday movies everyone will adore. From movies that younger kids will like, older kids will enjoy watching, to movies parents and grandparents will like, everyone will have a blast watching each of these holiday movies.
Holiday movies are perfect for a family movie night. Plus, these festive movies are perfect when you’re counting down to Christmas, or just trying to find fun Holiday activities to do with your family. My family and I love playing Christmas movies and baking cookies. It really makes the house feel like Christmas time!
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THe Best Holiday Movies For Kids and the entire Family
1. “Miracle on 34th Street”
Do you believe in Santa? If Miracle on 34th Street doesn’t make you believe, I don’t know what will. In this classic holiday film you will find that Christmas magic is real and dreams can come true thanks to Santa Clause!
2. “It’s a Wonderful Life”
Christmas isn’t an easy time, and George Bailey is struggling! But can Clarence save George? This bittersweet movie is such a wonderful movie for Christmas time. It’s A Wonderful Life is one of my favorite holiday movies, but probably suited best for older kids.
3. “The Polar Express”
I remember when The Polar Express came out. It was and still is so popular amongst children and adults. This holiday movie is about a young boy who doesn’t know if he still believes in Santa Clause, however, going on this adventure may make him change his mind.
4. “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer”
Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer is a claymation movie and one of the most iconic and classic holiday movies. We all know the story of Rudolph and his red nosed, but can he overcome the bullying of the other Reindeer?
5. “A Christmas Carol”
Miserable and Mean Scrooge is about to believe in Christmas magic and see he has to change in this holiday movie. This movie, A Christmas Carole, is based on a Charles Dickens classic book, and is beloved by everyone!
6. “Frosty the Snowman”
Frosty the Snowman isn’t just a fun song, but a beloved cartoon/animated holiday movie. It was made in 1969, but still amazing. Younger kids and older kids will love this fun Christmas movie.
7. “Dr Seuss ™ How the Grinch Stole Christmas”
I couldn’t find the original unfortunately as the original How The Grinch Stole Christmas is my favorite But your kids will love the cranky adventure of the Grinch and Max as they learn about generosity and Christmas!
8. “A Christmas Story”
We watch A Christmas Story every year! “You’ll shoot your eye out,” is an iconic line I think most adults will recognize. This is a coming of age story full of laughs, family, and Christmas magic!
9. “Home Alone”
Kevin is left behind and must protect the family home from some burglars. This slapstick comedy with fun hijinks is perfect for the whole family. Home Alone is a classic holiday movie!
10. “Santa Claus is Comin to Town”
Santa Claus Is Coming To Town is another beloved claymation that many of us adults grew up with. Learn about the story of Kris Kringle in this classic holiday movie.
More Holiday Movie Fun From Kids Activities Blog
- I think these are the best holiday movies for kids that are animated!
- Have you seen this list of the best theatrical holiday movies for kids.
- Here is the Hallmark Christmas movie schedule!
- We have even more holiday movies you will enjoy.
- Check out these movies…perfect for a family movie night!
- These are the best movies for kids that you can watch online.
- Did you know you can watch Santa and his reindeer at the North Pole? Watch with this Santa live cam!
These are our list of the best holiday movies for kids… which one is your favorite?
Thanks for the movie ideas. I haven't seen a couple of these, so I think I ™ll try them out. A friend I work with at DISH recommended Miracle on 34th Street, so that will be first on my list. I should have no problem renting it from DISH's Blockbuster @Home service, which has over 100,000 DVD choices. It's a great selection, so when I ™m done with Miracle on 24th Street it will be easy for me to find and rent a few other movies from your list as well. I ™m sure I ™ll enjoy them.