Top 10 New Christmas Movies for the 2022 Holiday Season

ByDalton Marshall

The holiday season is upon us, and with it comes a broad array of Christmas movies to choose from. Most of these, like Elf and Christmas Vacation, are cozy re-watches. And while these are still quite enjoyable, it never hurts to try out new movies that the entire family can enjoy.

Here are some new, lesser known Christmas movies to enjoy with the family over the holidays:

1. Spirited (2022)

Ryan Reynolds and Will Ferrell in Spirited (2022).

Ryan Reynolds and Will Ferrell team up for a fun and entertaining twist on Charles Dickens’ classic, A Christmas Carol, this time told from the perspective of the Ghost of Christmas Present. Spirited is available for streaming on Apple TV+ and in select theaters. Check out my review here.

2. 8-Bit Christmas (2021)

The family in 8-Bit Christmas (2021).

Starring Neil Patrick Harris, 8-Bit Christmas is a coming-of-age family comedy takes place in the ’80s and follows a ten-year-old’s quest to get the legendary Nintendo game system for Christmas. 8-Bit Christmas is available for streaming on HBO Max and for rent or purchase.

3. A Christmas Story Christmas (2022)

A Christmas Tree in A Christmas Story Christmas (2022).

Is watching A Christmas Story a tradition in your household? Now, you can follow it up with the sequel, A Christmas Story Christmas. This film follows Ralphie who, now grown, returns to Cleveland Street to give his own children the same magical Christmas he had as a child. A Christmas Story Christmas is available for streaming on HBO Max and for purchase.

Violent Night (2022)

David Harbour in Violent Night (2022).

Looking to go to the theaters around the holidays? Described as Die Hard meets Home Alone, Violent Night is the perfect for action movie lovers looking to get into the Christmas spirit. The movie stars David Harbour as Santa Claus who, after learning that a band of mercenaries has taken a wealthy family hostage on Christmas Eve, must save the day. Violent Night is now showing in theaters.

Klaus (2019)

Netflix's Klaus (2019).

How did Santa Claus become Santa Claus? This Netflix original answers the age-old question with Klaus. The animated movie follows a Postman who befriends a toy-maker and concocts a plan to deliver toys to the children of Smeerenburg, the unhappiest place on Earth. Klaus is available for streaming on Netflix.

Arthur Christmas (2011)

Arthur Christmas (2011).

When a young girl’s present is missed and not delivered by Santa Claus, his son Arthur embarks on a quest with Grandsanta to get the girl her present before Christmas morning. Arthur Christmas is available for streaming on HBO Max, Hulu, and Prime Video.

The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special (2022)

The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special (2022).

The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special is a quick and fun episode featuring the Guardians coming together to help cheer up Peter by giving him a Merry Christmas. The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special is available for streaming on Disney+. Here is my review.

The Christmas Chronicles (2018)

The Christmas Chronicles (2018).

Many actors have donned the white beard and the fluffy red suit, but The Christmas Chronicles brings Kurt Russel’s iteration of Santa Claus to life. Following a brother and sister who plot to catch Santa Claus on camera, they find themselves on an unexpectedly jolly journey. The Christmas Chronicles is available for streaming on Netflix.

Prep & Landing (2009)

Prep and Landing (2009).

Delivering all the presents on Christmas Eve is no simple task, but is made possible by the the elves in Santa’s Prep and Landing elite unit. This Disney animation is short and sweet and just what’s needed to be reminded of what Christmas is all about. Prep & Landing is available for streaming on Disney+.

Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch (2018)

The Grinch (2018).

No, not the ’60s cartoon classic, nor the creep Jim Carey re-make. I’m talking about the 2018 animated film from Illumination, the studio that created Despicable Me and The Secret Life of Pets. Featuring Benedict Cumberbatch voice acting the Grinch and Illumination’s polished animation, this animated film would be a great addition to the Christmas movie list over the holidays. The Grinch is available for streaming on Disney+ and for rent or purchase here.

That’s a wrap! What all are you watching this holiday season?

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