# Christmas movies to watch as a family

Fifteen Christmas films that work for all ages, from Home Alone to Klaus, following IFEMA Madrid's December 2025 selection, with the ages they suit best.

- 188 votes · 15 items
- May 9, 2026 · Alba Cano
- https://even.best/en/l/1289/christmas-movies-to-watch-as-a-family

## Top 15

1. **Home Alone** (27 · ▲28 ▼1) — Chris Columbus, 1990. Kevin defends his home from two burglars; prank comedy for everyone.
2. **Elf** (16 · ▲18 ▼2) — Jon Favreau, 2003. Will Ferrell as a human raised by elves, in New York.
3. **The Polar Express** (15 · ▲15 ▼0) — Robert Zemeckis, 2004. A magical train to the North Pole.
4. **How the Grinch Stole Christmas** (12 · ▲13 ▼1) — Ron Howard, 2000. Jim Carrey sets out to steal Christmas from Whoville.
5. **Arthur Christmas** (11 · ▲12 ▼1) — Sarah Smith, 2011. Aardman animation about Santa's younger son.
6. **Klaus** (9 · ▲11 ▼2) — Sergio Pablos, 2019. Spanish animation about a postman and a toymaker; Oscar-nominated.
7. **The Muppet Christmas Carol** (9 · ▲10 ▼1) — Brian Henson, 1992. Michael Caine as Scrooge among the Muppets.
8. **Love Actually** (8 · ▲9 ▼1) — Richard Curtis, 2003. An ensemble romantic comedy, better for teens and adults.
9. **Miracle on 34th Street** (6 · ▲9 ▼3) — George Seaton, 1947. A department-store Santa goes on trial.
10. **The Santa Clause** (6 · ▲8 ▼2) — John Pasquin, 1994. Tim Allen turns into Santa Claus.
11. **The Holiday** (5 · ▲6 ▼1) — Nancy Meyers, 2006. Two women swap houses at Christmas; for older viewers.
12. **It's a Wonderful Life** (4 · ▲6 ▼2) — Frank Capra, 1946. James Stewart and the angel Clarence; the great classic.
13. **Frosty the Snowman** (4 · ▲6 ▼2) — A 1969 animated special for the youngest.
14. **A Christmas Story** (3 · ▲8 ▼5) — Bob Clark, 1983. A boy who only wants a BB gun.
15. **The Nightmare Before Christmas** (1 · ▲3 ▼2) — Henry Selick, 1993. Jack Skellington discovers Christmas; best if the family enjoys a gothic touch.

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