Holiday Movies You Must Watch Over Break

The movie cover for A Charlie Brown Christmas.

The holidays would not be the same without the classic movies we all love to curl up in a blanket and watch on cold Minnesota nights. Whether you’re viewing with your friends, siblings or grandparents all of these movies are sure to add even more joy to your holiday season.

  1. Elf  (comedy/romance). Starring Will Ferrell. This hilarious, heartwarming movie is available on iTunes, YouTube and Amazon to rent.
  2. It’s a Wonderful Life (fantasy/drama). Starring James Stewart. This feel-good movie is sure to have you and your loved ones tearing up by the end. Available on iTunes and Amazon.
  3. Home Alone (comedy). Starring Macaulay Culkin. The not one, but four Home Alone movies guarantee a good laugh for you and your family, available on HBO Go, iTunes and Amazon.
  4. A Charlie Brown Christmas (drama/short film). Only 30 minutes in length, this animated classic is bound to bring back memories from your childhood. Available on DVD.
  5. Miracle on 34th Street (drama/fantasy). This black and white classic will get you and your loved ones into the holiday spirit. Available on HBO Go and iTunes.
  6. Love Actually (comedy/romance). Starring Hugh Grant. Set in London, England this classic christmas drama will leave your eyes glued to the screen for the full two hours. Available on Netflix, iTunes, and Amazon.
  7. How the Grinch Stole Christmas (fantasy). An adaptation of Dr. Seuss’s famous book, this animation movie is the perfect film to entertain little cousins with. Available on HBO Go, Amazon, and iTunes.
  8. The Holiday (comedy/drama). Starring Cameron Diaz. This holiday drama set in both Los Angeles and London will provide you with your romantic comedy fix this season. Available on Netflix, iTunes and Amazon.
  9. The Polar Express (fantasy). Starring Tom Hanks. Based on the beloved children’s book, this animated holiday classic will teach you to never lose sight of what you believe in. Available on YouTube, iTunes and Amazon.
  10. White Christmas (comedy/romance). Starring Bing Crosby. This old-fashioned christmas film centers around two WWII soldiers coming home for the holiday season. Available on YouTube and