Christmas movies that will get you in the mood for the holidays

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If you’re looking for movies to watch this season, here are some flicks that will not only get you in the mood for the holidays, they will also remind you of all the Christmas feels you had when you were young.

Home Alone (1990)

This American comedy film by Chris Columbus is a classic that we’ll never get tired of watching. And even until today, we’re still laughing at the hilarious antics of Kevin McAlister (Macaulay Culkin) as he single-handedly defends his home from the Wet Bandits (Joe Pesci and Daniel Stern).

Admit it: when you were a child, you wanted to set up booby traps like Kevin.

The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993)

A mix of Halloween and Christmas, The Nightmare Before Christmas is a unique movie featuring singing and dancing skeletons. But don’t let the creepy animation fool you; this macabre musical by Henry Selick and Tim Burton is a heartwarming flick perfect for the season. Find out how Jack Skellington (voiced by Chris Sarandon and Danny Elfman) brings Christmas to Halloween Town that led to disastrous results.

Can Jack become Santa and pull off his own Christmas celebration?

How the Grinch Stole Christmas (2000)

Re-experience the magic of the classic story, Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas. Set in the cheerful town of Whoville, a creature named Grinch (Jim Carrey) hates Christmas. And he’s dead-set to ruining the holidays by stealing food, gifts, and decorations.

Will he be able to successfully steal Christmas? Find out in this fantasy comedy film by Ron Howard.

Elf (2003)

When a human baby crawled inside Santa’s sack of toys, an interesting story is bound to unfold. Believing to be a real elf as he grows up, Buddy is actually a human who was raised by the elves in the North Pole. And when he finally learned the truth, he traveled to New York to find his biological father.

Can Buddy make his father believe that he is truly his son amidst the green tunic and yellow stretch tights?

What are your other favorite Christmas movies aside from the ones on this list? Share it with us!