This post is sponsored by Carter’s; however, all thoughts and opinions expressed are my own.
Okay, let’s talk Christmas movies. It’s one of my very favorite traditions each year, to see how many Christmas movies we can watch. Now that we have little ones, it’s fun to include them too! I mean, their attention spans are still pretty short, but they’ll stay and sit through a liiiittle bit of a movie. Baby steps! Actually, I’ve found a secret to getting them to stay (and cuddle! Always down for free cuddles!) is to have an endless bowl of popcorn. Seriously, guys. Try it. Those kids LOVE their popcorn. It’s adorable.
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Okay. So. I thought it’d be fun to share my very favorite Christmas movies. In no particular order…
A Christmas Story – Such a classic. Makes me feel nostalgic every time I watch, even though I didn’t grow up in the 50s. And so many great quotes, too. “Daddy’s gonna kill Ralphie!”
It’s a Wonderful Life – Another absolute classic and must-see. If you haven’t seen this one, you NEED to make it a priority this season. It’ll get you, real good. I cannot watch it without crying, and I’ve seen it a million times. That George Bailey, he’s a good one.
Elf – I mean, do I need to say anything here, really?? Funny, sweet, quirky, Zooey Deschanel and Will Ferrel singing “Baby It’s Cold Outside”… I meeeean.
Christmas Vacation – This is our MUST WATCH, every single year, without fail. It’s the first Christmas movie we watch (usually on Thanksgiving night, or close after) to kick off the season. Hilarity ensues. “Don’t throw me down, Clark!”
Home Alone – This is Zack’s favorite. Can’t go wrong with Kevin McCalister, although I mean, seriously?? Who forgets their kid? But besides that somewhat unbelievable plot line, it’s a good one and a classic for a reason.
Home Alone 2 – Almost as good as the first one. The Sticky Bandits!
Christmas with the Kranks – The soundtrack alone is SO good, but besides that, it’s a cute and hilarious movie that I never skip. Bonus points for being on Netflix!
Love Actually – Warms the heart, this one. :)
A Muppet Christmas Carol – I feel like this one doesn’t get as much love as it deserves. The music is so good and it’s just such a classic and sweet story. The Muppets are hilarious too.
So, if you need me, I’ll be cuddled up with these little pajama cuties, watching movies and eating all of the popcorn. Happy holidays, friends!!
I wanna know: what are your favorite Christmas movies??
xo
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Katie
Jingle all the way! I swear it’s never on anyone’s list, but it’s my favorite ;) Have a good Thanksgiving!
Katie
Haha that’s a funny one! :)
xo
Ariel
I find myself playing Love Actually on repeat all season long! If I’m folding laundry, cooking, cleaning, you name it! It’s on. Elf too! I seriously can’t get enough LOL Bye Buddy! Hope you find your dad! It’s a Wonderful Life is probably my all-time favorite heartwarming, feel-good Christmas movie. Mickey’s Christmas Carol, The Grinch Who Stole Christmas, Rudolph the Red Nose Reindeer, & Charlie Brown’s Christmas are all such great classics too. Not that we have a little, I can’t wait to start a movie tradition!!
Katie
I always love having Christmas movies on in the background, too. So fun and festive! :) Love all of your fave movies!
xo
Kristin
Love your movie list! Christmas Vacation and Fred Claus with Vince Vaughn are my favorites!
Katie
Ooh we’ll have to watch Fred Claus- haven’t seen that one!
xo
Jennifer
–Four Christmases (I’ve already watched it twice. Hilarious!)
–White Christmas (love me some Bing Crosby)
–Miracle on 34th Street (my wish came true going to Macy’s on 34th Street last year during Christmas time)
–The Holiday
–Smurf’s Christmas Special (1980s)
— Yogi’s First Christmas (1970s)
— ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas (not a movie but I’ve watched this every year, along with Rudolph and Smurfs/Yogi, since childhood.)
–The tv stays on the Hallmark channel ????