Christmas movies to watch as a family
The top 3 according to 188 votes from people: Home Alone · Elf · The Polar Express. (Updated May 9, 2026.)
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.
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Top 15
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Home Alone
Chris Columbus, 1990. Kevin defends his home from two burglars; prank comedy for everyone.
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Elf
Jon Favreau, 2003. Will Ferrell as a human raised by elves, in New York.
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The Polar Express
Robert Zemeckis, 2004. A magical train to the North Pole.
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How the Grinch Stole Christmas
Ron Howard, 2000. Jim Carrey sets out to steal Christmas from Whoville.
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5
Arthur Christmas
Sarah Smith, 2011. Aardman animation about Santa's younger son.
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Klaus
Sergio Pablos, 2019. Spanish animation about a postman and a toymaker; Oscar-nominated.
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The Muppet Christmas Carol
Brian Henson, 1992. Michael Caine as Scrooge among the Muppets.
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Love Actually
Richard Curtis, 2003. An ensemble romantic comedy, better for teens and adults.
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9
Miracle on 34th Street
George Seaton, 1947. A department-store Santa goes on trial.
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10
The Santa Clause
John Pasquin, 1994. Tim Allen turns into Santa Claus.
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The Holiday
Nancy Meyers, 2006. Two women swap houses at Christmas; for older viewers.
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12
It's a Wonderful Life
Frank Capra, 1946. James Stewart and the angel Clarence; the great classic.
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13
Frosty the Snowman
A 1969 animated special for the youngest.
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14
A Christmas Story
Bob Clark, 1983. A boy who only wants a BB gun.
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15
The Nightmare Before Christmas
Henry Selick, 1993. Jack Skellington discovers Christmas; best if the family enjoys a gothic touch.
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Comments (17)
¡Qué bello es vivir! con toda la familia, aunque los peques se aburran un poco.
Falta Love Actually, aunque no sea para niños.
Klaus es la mejor película de Navidad reciente, y es española.
Pesadilla antes de Navidad, ¿Halloween o Navidad? Las dos.
Buena lista para diciembre.
Elf todos los diciembres en mi casa, sin excepción.
Faltan Gremlins, aunque no sé si es 'para ver en familia' 😂
¡Qué bello es vivir! nunca falla.
Polar Express a los niños les encanta, a mí me da un poco de cosa la animación.
Los Teleñecos en Cuento de Navidad, Michael Caine en serio con muñecos, genial.
Klaus es una joya española y encima ganó el BAFTA, que la vea todo el mundo.
Pesadilla antes de Navidad, ¿es de Halloween o de Navidad? Las dos 🎃🎄
Elf, Will Ferrell en estado puro.
El Grinch de Jim Carrey o la animada? Debate en casa.
Polar Express a los niños les flipa.
Solo en casa todos los años, tradición familiar.
Milagro en la calle 34, la original de 1947.