Top 10 Christmas films to rewatch this year
By Christa Bashinski · Entertainment Editor
Christmas is officially a mere 20 days away. And with break just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to grab some cocoa, a cozy blanket and the remote to turn on your annual Christmas movie favorites. It’s the very thing many of us might need to escape the stress of the season and dive into some holiday cheer. From timeless classics to new fan favorites, there’s no better way to settle in and feel the magic of the season. That’s why we’re compiling a list of Forbes’ top 10 highest-grossing Christmas movies of all time, making it easier for you to dive in this December.
10. “Santa Clause”
Starting strong, “Santa Clause” follows its namesake as he struggles with the stress of the holiday and the demands of the job. Starring Tim Allen, this 1994 classic is a family-appropriate comedy to kickstart your holiday season.
9. “The Holiday”
My personal favorite, “The Holiday” follows Cameron Diaz and Kate Winslet as they swap houses from LA to England to escape men, not knowing they’d find love when they landed. This charming 2006 romance incorporates just the right amount of magic.
8. “Elf”
A big-time fan favorite, “Elf” follows Will Ferrell as Buddy to New York City as he leaves the North Pole in search of his biological father. It truly wouldn’t be Christmas without putting this 2003 classic on.
7. “Love Actually”
Another romance, “Love Actually” stars 10 different budding relationships, all benefiting from some Christmas magic. See if you too fall a little bit in love with these characters this season.
6. “The Polar Express”
A timeless treasure, “The Polar Express” is about a young boy who boards a mysterious train headed for the North Pole on Christmas Eve. This 2004 animation is the perfect amount of fun.
5. “A Christmas Carol”
Scrooge made the top five in “A Christmas Carol,” the story that follows a lonely old man who’s visited by ghosts who remind him, and us, of the relationships that make this December so special.
4. “The Grinch”
In Jim Carrey’s rendition, “The Grinch” features another grumpy character whose heart has to be won over by the people around him and the spirit that surrounds them. This was a remake in honor of the story’s 25th anniversary.
3. “Home Alone 2: Lost in New York”
The sequel in the popular series, “Home Alone 2: Lost in New York” continues to follow Kevin as he explores the Big Apple in his newest Christmas venture.
2. “Home Alone”
It’s no surprise to see “Home Alone” in the top two. This absolute classic follows eight-year-old Kevin McCallister as he takes on the Wet Bandits over Christmas.
1. “Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch”
Grossing 526.7 million worldwide, “Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch” takes first place as the highest-grossing Christmas movie of all time. Featuring Benedict Cumberbatch’s voice as the Grinch, the movie can’t help but bring about some holiday cheer.
