Some snacks, a comfy place to spread out, and a few good movie options are all you really need for a cozy holiday movie marathon. We may not be able to settle the debate on which holiday movie is top of the list, but we can offer a few tips for the ultimate holiday movie night.
Old School vs New School
New holiday movies are released every year, but very few truly become classics that audiences return to year after year. When it comes to which holiday movie to pick, it’s important to know your audience. While adults might lean for more PG-13 fare like Scrooged, Die Hard, or Love Actually, these aren’t the best options for kiddos.
A good plan for a movie lineup that will be a hit with everyone is to start off with some kid-friendly flicks and save the more mature movies for after the kids head to bed.
For the Kids
Diary of a Wimpy Kid Christmas (2023)
Klaus (2019)
The Star (2017)
The Polar Express (2004)
A Muppet Christmas Carol (1992)
For everyone
The Santa Clause (1994)
A Christmas Story (1983)
A Miracle on 34th Street (1994)
Elf (2003)
For the adults:
Spirited (2023)
The Holiday (2006)
The Ice Harvest (2005)
The Ref (1994)
The Apartment (1960)
Don’t Forget the Snacks
Snacks are a must for any movie night, and movie snacking gets an especially delicious boost during the holidays. Popcorn is a classic go-to, but instead of opting for just a boring bag of microwave popcorn, consider making it the old-fashioned way on the stove and topping it with some seasonal toppings like apple pie spice, white chocolate, and peppermint drizzle or savory herb and parmesan cheese.
While you can never go wrong with a box of candy and a can of soda for a movie night munching, tis’ the season for Christmas treats. Carve out a little time before the movie night begins to bake up some sugar cookies to pass around or warm up a few mugs of hot cocoa or apple cider. Good food and drink make any holiday movie better – especially the ones you’ve seen 20 times already.
Get Cozy
Lights, camera, action, blankets! Getting comfy and cozy is essential for any movie night to be successful, and a chilly December night demands raiding the linen closet for the warmest blanket and fluffiest pillows possible.
If you have a fireplace, now’s the time to light it. If not, there are still plenty of ways to set the perfect atmosphere for some holiday movie magic. Light a few evergreen-scented candles, turn on the Christmas lights, and you have the perfect setting for a classic like It’s a Wonderful Life or a newer classic like A Boy Called Christmas.
A comfy living room where the entire crew can spread out and relax is key to any successful movie holiday night. To learn more about the available homes in the Caliterra community, contact our team today.
