Christmas movies for kids are the ones that capture the spirit of the season and the joy of childhood. Here are seven of our favorite Christmas movies for kids that are sure to get your little ones in the holiday spirit.
The Best Christmas Movies for Kids
Oh, Christmas movies for kids are pure magic! They're all about the wonder and joy of the season, usually featuring cute characters, whimsical adventures, and life lessons wrapped up in glittery, festive packages. From animated classics to cheerful tales of Santa's workshop, these movies are like a direct ticket to the North Pole for the little ones, sparking their imagination and filling their hearts with holiday cheer!
Noelle
Santa’s daughter, Noelle, helps her brother prepare to take over’s Santa’s job. The problem arises when her brother, Nick, realizes he might not be up to the title and gets sent on holiday for the weekend.
To everyone’s dismay, Nick doesn’t come back home when he’s supposed to, and the entire Santa World is turned upside down just as the holiday season is about to begin and Noelle is left with no choice but to go on a journey in search of her brother. | Stream on Disney+
- Amazon Prime Video (Video on Demand)
- James Caan, Bob Newhart, Ed Asner (Actors)
Elf
What happens when Santa mistakenly takes a human baby back to the North Pole? He’ll learn to be an elf!
Thinking he is part of the clan of present-makers for thirty years of his life, Buddy the elf suddenly realizes he is not, in fact, an *actual* elf and sets off to New York City in search of his human family.
This movie is hilarious, so don’t be surprised if you suddenly find yourself watching it even when the kids aren’t around!
Klaus
A whimsical animated film that will get you shedding a tear or two. A postal worker befriends a retired toymaker who lives alone up in the mountains (hmmm?).
Realizing the toymaker’s potential, the postal worker convinces him to continue crafting toys with the promise to help deliver them to kids in the nearby village. Sounds a little familiar? | Stream on Netflix
Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey
A creative toymaker, Jangle, loses his magic when his apprentice steals his latest invention. Thinking everything is lost, Jangle’s granddaughter steps in and helps him find his invention along with his holiday spirit. | Stream on Netflix
- Amazon Prime Video (Video on Demand)
- Tim Allen, Judge Reinhold, Wendy Crewson (Actors)
The Santa Clause
Everyone knows Santa as the guy who delivers gifts on Christmas, but the actual work that goes behind making it all happen often goes unnoticed.
That is until a divorced dad suddenly learns that Santa isn’t born – he is made. As soon as the red suit is worn, a person is given Santa’s role and powers – along with the never-ending list of duties that come along with the title.
This movie is a great one to watch, especially if your kids are getting curious and asking questions about Rudolph and the elves!
- Amazon Prime Video (Video on Demand)
- Tom Hanks, Nona Gaye, Peter Scolari (Actors)
The Polar Express
All aboard the Polar Express! This film is an adaptation of Chris Van Allsburg’s endearing book and the result is absolutely magical. If your kids love adventure movies, this is the perfect film to watch this evening as the entire movie follows a quest to the North Pole where Santa can be seen – if only people believe, that is.
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- Amazon Prime Video (Video on Demand)
- Mickey Rooney, Shirley Booth, Dick Shawn (Actors)
The Year Without a Santa Claus
Everyone needs a break, but the one person who never seems to get a holiday is Santa. This enchanting claymation movie lets us in on what happens when Santa decides to take a year off and the havoc that comes along with it.
Luckily for the kids of the world, two elves take it upon themselves to get things in order and hopefully, save Christmas this year.
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What are some other amazing Christmas movies your kids love to watch? Let me know in the comments section below!
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