Christmas Movies
In this 1990 holiday classic, a young boy defends his home from two bumbling burglars after being left behind.
Home Alone
The tradition of bringing this evergreen plant indoors began in Germany during the 16th century.
Christmas tree
This Mariah Carey hit from 1994 has become a modern Christmas anthem.
All I Want for Christmas Is You
This mischievous little figure sits around the house “reporting” back to Santa — and occasionally traumatizing parents.
Elf on the Shelf
Jesus was born in this town, fulfilling a prophecy from the Old Testament.
Bethlehem
This 2018 Netflix film follows a brother and sister who accidentally crash Santa’s sleigh and must help save Christmas.
The Christmas Chronicles
Couples are prompted to kiss if they find themselves under this plant
Mistletoe
Brenda Lee was only 13 when she recorded this rockin’ holiday hit in 1958.
Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree
This character from Frozen loves warm hugs — even though he’s made of snow.
Olaf
This young woman was chosen by God to be the mother of Jesus.
Mary
This 2003 movie follows Buddy, a human raised by elves, who travels to New York City to find his real father.
Elf
This jolly old man is based on a 4th-century bishop known for secretly giving gifts to the poor.
St. Nicholas
This sultry 1953 hit made Eartha Kitt purr her way onto Santa’s nice list — with diamonds, yachts, and a ’54 convertible too.
Santa Baby
This 1988 action film sparked endless debate over whether it’s a Christmas movie or not.
Die Hard
Mary and Joseph laid baby Jesus in this, because there was no room in the inn.
A Manager
In the 1992 film, the Muppets recreate this classic Christmas tale.
The Muppet's Christmas Carol
This red-and-white holiday treat was originally shaped like a shepherd’s crook to remind children of the Nativity story.
Candy Cane
This Motown group recorded one of the most beloved versions of Santa Claus Is Coming to Town in 1970.
The Jackson 5
This 1990s R&B group recorded Let It Snow, one of the smoothest Christmas slow jams ever made.
Boyz II Men
Guided by a star, these visitors brought gold, frankincense, and myrrh to the newborn King.
Wise men (or Magi)
This stop-motion holiday classic features Jack Skellington trying to take over Christmas.
The Nightmare Before Christmas
This figure from European folklore visits misbehaving children at Christmastime—basically Santa’s spooky counterpart.
Krampus
This rock ’n’ roll legend had everyone racing to the holidays with his 1958 hit Run Rudolph Run.
Chuck Berry
In Home Alone 2: Lost in New York, Kevin runs into this real-life New Yorker in the Plaza Hotel lobby.
Donald Trump
This jealous king tried to kill the baby Jesus after hearing of His birth.
King Herod