Christmas Movies You've Seen 1000 Times
This 1990 movie taught us that a 10-year-old with $20 and a nail gun is more effective than most home security systems.
This crooner famously dreamed of a “White Christmas".
Who is Bing Crosby
In Japan, this fast-food restaurant is the traditional go-to Christmas dinner spot, because why not?
What is KFC
The abbreviation “Xmas” isn’t lazy — it comes from the Greek letter Chi (Χ), meaning this.
Christ
This historic Christmas tradition involved giving small gifts on December 26th to tradespeople and servants.
What is Boxing Day?
In Elf, Buddy’s least favorite phrase—besides “you’re not an elf”—refers to this type of imposter Santa.
What is Cotton Headed Ninny Muggins
This Wham! song is statistically responsible for 80% of accidental holiday sing-alongs in grocery stores.
What is Last Christmas
In Iceland, you’re visited by 13 of these mischievous creatures — like Santa’s interns, but way weirder.
Who are the Yule Lads
This spiky plant inspired the idea of “kissing under it,” which is weird because it’s actually mildly toxic.
What is Mistletoe
This holiday plant, once given as a gift by ancient civilizations, is poisonous to pets but remains a top Christmas purchase.
What is a Poinsettia
In National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation, this relative's septic tank disaster is the most accurate depiction of holiday family gatherings.
Who is Cousin Eddie
Brenda Lee recorded this hit at age 13, which is impressive because most of us at 13 were still afraid of microwaves.
What is Rockin Around the Christmas Tree
This country hides pickles in Christmas trees — and not for brining reasons.
What is Germany
In How the Grinch Stole Christmas, this is the Grinch’s dog and reluctant assistant.
Who is Max
This traditional “12 Days of Christmas” gift involves fowl, and is the only bird given on both day one and day three.
What is a partridge?
(accept: “What is the partridge in a pear tree?”)
This movie features a man who learns the true meaning of Christmas after being haunted by three ghosts.
What is A Christmas Carol
This humorous song tells the story of a reindeer-related accident involving a family member.
What is Grandma Got Run Over by a Reindeer?
This Alpine figure accompanies St. Nicholas and is known for being a little more stern with children.
What is Krampus
Many believe Santa’s red suit became iconic because of advertising from this well-known company.
What is Coca-Cola?
In the song “12 Days of Christmas,” the total number of gifts given if you add all days together.
What is 364?
The 1988 film where Bill Murray learns that workplace burnout, ghosts, and holiday deadlines go great together.
What is Scrooged
This Carol suggests that “figgy pudding” is something worth demanding at the door.
What is We Wish You a Merry Christmas?
In Ukraine, Christmas trees are decorated with fake versions of this creature — which sounds creepy until you learn it’s good luck.
What is a spider (or spiderweb)?
This type of tree is the most commonly sold real Christmas tree species in North America.
What is the Fraser Fir
The three gifts from the Wise Men were gold, frankincense, and this — which 99% of people can’t define.
What is myrrh?