Top Ten Christmas movies to watch this Christmas according to P2P Staff.
It’s that holly jolly season again. To some, it’s the best time of the year, and to others, it’s a very special time to celebrate family, friends, and all the things they’re grateful for.
Like last year around this time I gave my list of Christmas movies that included the likes of Miracle on 34th Street, Home Alone, and Love Actually. But this year I have asked all my work peers to give me some of their favourite films they love to watch around Christmas.
#1 Die Hard (1988)
One of our staff members was very sure that this is a Christmas movie, and at this point I find it to be hard to argue anymore, it’s one of the most action packed films with a ton of charisma and boundless amounts of epic lines. If you’re in the mood for an explosive Christmas, then get together on the coast and have a few laughs. (Only a few of you might get that joke)
#2 National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation (1989)
Coming on next from our staff’s picks, who could deny the classic Christmas Vacation movie for a tonne of laughs and a great deal of awkward moments for the family. If you’re looking to laugh out loud with the family and possibly connect with someone who has a Christmas that never goes right, then this is the film for you.
#3 Love Actually (2003)
Back by popular demand, of everyone in my workplace. Love Actually once again is put in the realm of Christmas movies to watch this year. Different people involved in different stages of love, all coming together to celebrate on Christmas, with stories that all highlight the many struggles and attitudes on Christmas.
#4 Batman Returns (1992)
A staff member is a big Batman fan, and we both nodded our heads in agreement that this film must be placed in this year’s Christmas film line-up to watch. So everyone has a fun night with Gotham’s protector as he battles one of his arch nemesis in The Penguin, while also dealing with the seductive cat burglar Catwoman.
#5 Deck the Halls (2006)
For our staff member that is a massive Danny DeVito fan, they have recommended the fun filled rival movie called Deck the Halls, where a ton of shenanigans and face palming moments are the common. Full on fun for the family and Danny DeVito lovers.
#6 The Holdovers (2023)
Something rather new to the lineup of Christmas movies, but one that has all the heart to make it on. Set in during the winter break of a prep school The Holdovers is about several students who have no place to go during the holidays. Both an awkward comedy and a heartwarming drama, this film will have you thankful for the ones that matter most to you during this season.
#7 Joyeux Noel (2005)
A personal pick of mine for this year’s Christmas. Set during world war 1, a ceasefire is established between opposing sides of the Western Front. During this period of time both sides take time to get to know one another, and engage in the joyous ceremony of Christmas. A heartfelt story about for one night overcoming the cruelty of war, and embracing our shared brotherhood and kinship
#8 Nugget Is Dead: A Christmas Story (2024)
One movie that my fellow staff member cannot stop telling me to check out this Christmas is this one called Nugget is Dead, or how they have put it “The movie with the dead dog”. Morbid jokes aside, this is an Aussie comedy about a woman dreading Christmas with her family, but also not sure of spending Christmas with her boyfriend’s family, and among all this chaos is a family dealing with the sickness of the family dog. This one should be a grand laugh.
#9 The Grinch (2000)
A pick that a staff member screamed at me to put this on, and one I would totally agree on is the classic “The Grinch” with Jim Carey. A hilarious story that is also filled to the brim with wacky adventure antics and amazing showcases of production that bring the town of Whoville to life.
#10 The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993)
For our final pick, we go with one that some have puzzled over decades of being a Halloween or Christmas movie, when the truth is, both. This is a story about the king of “Halloween Town” Jack Skellington, seeks something more, but when he stumbles upon Christmas Town, Jack’s entire worldview shifts. A beautiful story about self-discovery and imagination, one of the most special films ever made, and one that can truly encapsulate the spirit of Christmas (As well as Halloween)