Need a Laugh This Week? Cue Up One Of These Funny Christmas Movies
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In the words of the season’s wisest woman, “It’s tiiiiiiime!”. That’s right, Mariah Carey has thawed and it’s time for us to break out this years’ roundup of the best funny Christmas movies to watch in 2023.
Leading up to Christmas, we’re always romanticizing the season: hot chocolate by the fireplace, the smell of freshly baked cookies, beautifully wrapped presents under the tree… and then this time of year actually hits. Suddenly, work deadlines are INSANE, there’s never enough wrapping paper, every flight is delayed, your brother isn’t talking to your parents, and OMG you forgot to buy a present for your baby niece! Okay yeah, that’s more like it when they say ‘tis the season.
Luckily, there’s nothing like a funny Christmas movies to make you feel better about your own holiday woes! Since laughter is the best medicine, we all need to find the time to sit down and crack up at Kevin McAllister outsmarting two adult men (Home Alone, 1990) or Ryan Reynolds singing Broadway-style (Spirited, 2022). Our list spans not only decades, but also the genres—from family fun, slapstick humor, romantic comedies, adult humor, all the way to vintage tomfoolery—meaning there is something for everyone. Even those holiday scrooges walking around muttering, “Bah humbug!” will crack a smile when you turn on any of these joyful flicks.
So, whatever it is that makes you laugh, we can bet one of these 60 movies will make you big belly chuckle like Santa himself, helping to relieve all your seasonal stresses.
Elf (2003)
It’s a classic for a reason, right? Will Ferrell running around New York City in tights will always inspire a giggle. Elf strikes the perfect balance between heartwarming and humorous that we so often crave this time of year. Buddy the Elf (Ferrell), who embarks on a quest to NYC in hopes of finding his real dad, using his Christmas spirit to spread joy along the way. It’s fun for the whole family and a true modern holiday comedy classic.
Home Alone (1990)
We’ve all forgotten to pack something when traveling for the holidays right? Well, has it ever been something as important as one of your children? Hopefully the answer is no so you can laugh at the insanity of 8-year-old Kevin McAllister (Macauley Culkin) being left home alone by his family over Christmas. His resourcefulness helps him defend his home from Christmas criminals, resulting in some classic slapstick comedy. If you enjoy watching people sustain injuries over and over again that should surely send them to the hospital, or just getting to witness a family more chaotic than yours, then this movie’s for you.
Spirited (2022)
One of the newer films on this list, but quickly becoming a beloved modern holiday movie, Spirited follows the current Ghost of Christmas Present (Will Ferrell) coming to haunt Clint (Ryan Reynolds). It’s a musical reimagining of Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol” and the first musical extravaganza of Reynolds’ career. The film uses humor, heart, song, and dance to offer a contemporary twist on a cherished holiday tale that will leave you laughing and singing.
How The Grinch Stole Christmas (2000)
When going through mail, does anyone else catch themselves randomly saying: “Jury duty, jury duty, jury duty, black mail, pink slip, chain letter, eviction notice, jury duty,” in Jim Carrey’s Grinch voice? No, just me? Okay, moving on. How The Grinch Stole Christmas may in fact be some of Jim Carrey’s best work, solely due to the fact that the CIA to taught him to endure torture because the prosthetic process of becoming The Grinch was so difficult (seriously, look it up!). But if you’re not here for the Jim Carrey-ness of it all, you’ll enjoy the heartwarming tale of redemption as the Grinch’s heart grows in size. And yes, that is Jenny from Gossip Girl as Cindy Lou Who (aka Taylor Momsen).
National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation (1989)
Apparently the 80’s and 90’s were filled with people laughing over other people’s pain, and National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation is no different. This film thrives on slapstick comedy as we see Clark Griswold (Chevy Chase) attempt to deliver a perfect Christmas for his family, but often finding himself in the middle of disaster, chaos, and painful situations. Chase’s comedic timing and the quirky Griswold family are sure to inspire laughter and festive cheer in this classic Christmas comedy.
A Christmas Story (1983)
This was always the movie my middle school art teacher would put on leading up to the holidays and I really believe that means it stands the test of time. A Christmas Story is the timeless comedy about Young Ralphie and his quest for the ultimate Christmas gift: the Red Ryder BB Gun. We all know the iconic leg lamp, the bunny suit, and the perfect scene of a tongue getting stuck to a frozen pole. So don’t skip this 80’s classic that’s fun for the whole family!
The Santa Clause (1994)
Okay The Santa Clause is probably THE most heartwarming comedy on this list. Tim Allen could not be a sweeter dad turned Santa. Going from divorcée to most beloved man in the world, Allen’s character transforms into the mythical Mr. Claus, and brings the whole family along with laughs and warmth. And if you can’t get enough of this one, Disney+ has a whole new series called The Santa Clauses with Tim Allen to keep bringing you and your family bingeable Christmas joy!
Gremlins (1984)
Have you ever been gifted a Christmas present with the terms: never get it wet, no bright lights, and don't feed it after midnight? Hopefully not because if so, your Christmas holiday was probably mischievous, chaotic, and gory. Gremlins is an 80’s classic that blends horror and dark comedy together so perfectly that it deserves a watch any time of year, not just during the holiday season. And thanks to this film, you’ll never listen to the song ‘Do You Hear What I Hear?’ the same.
Happiest Season (2020)
It’s a very merry queer Christmas after all! A first of its kind romantic comedy, Happiest Season features Kristen Stewart and Mackenzie Davis in love. Harper (Davis) convinces Abby (Stewart) to come home with her for the holidays, but with the caveat that Abby must pretend to be her roommate so Harper can keep up the charade with her family that she’s straight. There’s Christmas drag, Aubrey Plaza, a complicated love story, and Dan Levy gives one of the best monologues on coming out that we’ve ever seen, making it a great modern romantic Christmas comedy.
A Charlie Brown Christmas (1965)
It’s heartwarming. It’s vintage. It features Gen Z’s latest obsession: Snoopy. The Peanuts comic strip went from newspaper to animation with the debut of A Charlie Brown Christmas in 1965, where we find Charlie Brown stewing over the commercialism of Christmas. So sorry to disappoint Chuck, but nothing’s changed! This timeless comedy is fun for the whole family as it’s filled with endearing characters, themes of friendship, a memorable soundtrack, and Snoopy winning the first place prize for his well-decorated doghouse.
8-Bit Christmas (2021)
This movie slipped under the radar when it came out in 2021, and we want to spread the message that 8-Bit Christmas is great and deserves a watch from everybody! It’s a bit of a modern take on A Christmas Story, where we see adult Neil Patrick Harris narrating the story of how, as a kid in the 80’s, he so desperately wanted a Nintendo for Christmas. It’ll tug at your heart strings and it mixes the perfect amount of nostalgia with humor, earning it a top spot on our list of funny Christmas movies!
Scrooged (1988)
The 1980’s take on Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol, Bill Murray stars as a curmudgeonly television exec who hates Christmas and loves being a jerk, resulting in visits from the ghosts of Christmas past, present, and yet to come in the movie Scrooged. Murray’s cynical attitude transforms with the help of the ghosts into a love and appreciation for people and Christmas, making it a heartwarming, but also sometimes dark, comedy. Streaming: Amazon, Apple TV+, Paramount+
Eloise at Christmastime (2003)
If you don’t dream of living in the penthouse suite at The Plaza Hotel this time every year, you either have bad taste or you’ve just never seen Eloise at Christmastime. This early 2000’s classic features the precocious Eloise who spreads holiday joy and attempts to do some holiday matchmaking between the hotel owner’s daughter and her favorite hotel employee. There’s witty dialogue, Julie Andrews, an adorable pug, and New York City at Christmas. It’s fun for the whole family!
Four Christmases (2008)
Directed by Seth Gordon, Four Christmases stars Vince Vaughn and Reese Witherspoon as a couple attempting to avoid their families over the holidays by taking a vacation, but of course, the pesky San Francisco fog grounds all the planes, forcing them to have four separate Christmas celebrations instead. As we’ve all probably experienced, family chaos forces this couple to reflect on their relationship and what they want out of life. Falling somewhere between a romantic comedy and adult humor, this movie brings some levity to family drama around the holidays.
Just Friends (2005)
Okay, this might not truly fall into the Christmas movie category, but it does take place over Christmastime and it is incredibly funny. In Just Friends, Ryan Reynolds stars as a geek turned successful record exec returning home over the holidays and trying to win over his unrequited crush, played by Amy Smart. There’s unpredictable family dynamics, a few comedic injuries, holiday vibes, and a dash of romance. And if all that doesn’t do it for you, Anna Faris hissing like a cat or eating toothpaste definitely will.
The Holiday (2006)
If you take a shot every time they mention the Santa Ana winds, you’ll really be giggling by the end of this film. And if you don’t, you’ll still enjoy yourself. The Holiday stars an all-star cast (Cameron Diaz, Kate Winslet, Jude Law, and Jack Black) and tells the story of two ladies who switch homes for the Christmas holiday and then, yes, the hot people unexpectedly fall in love! The impeccable Nancy Meyers vibes and scene with Diaz drunkenly singing “Mr. Brightside” make the shockingly long 2 hours and 18 minutes of romantic comedy all the more worthwhile.
Home Alone 2: Lost in New York (1992)
Similar to Home Alone, this sequel is filled with a child absolutely destroying two adult men, inflicting injury upon injury, and yet somehow they keep coming back for more. There’s slapstick comedy, a bird-covered old woman, and a cameo appearance by a former U.S. president that will all have you choking on your milk and cookies. Merry Christmas, ya filthy animals!
Love Actually (2003)
Probably leaning more towards romance than comedy, Love Actually is classified as a modern Christmas romantic comedy. (Although, one could say it’s called Love Actually because no one in this movie actually knows how to love anyone, but I digress.) This ensemble film featuring Hugh Grant, Emma Thompson, Colin Firth, Liam Neeson, Kiera Knightley, and Laura Linney has charm, British humor, poignant moments, and some problematic behavior—all of which makes it worth watching again.
Office Christmas Party (2016)
This wild movie features a stacked cast and insane party scenes. We’ve got Jason Bateman, Jennifer Anniston, T.J. Miller, Olivia Munn, Kate McKinnon, Vanessa Bayer, Jillian Bell, Randall Park, Courtney B. Vance, and Jimmy Butler making appearances in this movie. Yes, it is about a rager of an office Christmas party and the rest of the plot doesn’t really matter, but the offhanded one liners from the cast will leave you laughing and saying, ”Wait they’re in this movie too?!”
A Christmas Story Christmas (2022)
We did it folks! We modernized an old classic and we didn’t totally destroy it! A Christmas Story Christmas shows Ralphie all grown up, with a family of his own, trying to make Christmas as good as his dad once did. It brings all the nostalgia of the original with some lighthearted jokes, grief over losing a parent around the holidays, and charming holiday cheer. We appreciate the homage it pays to its predecessor and think it makes for a perfect back-to-back Christmas comedy movie night.
While You Were Sleeping (1995)
A bit of a sleeper hit, (ha, see what I did there!) While You Were Sleeping should be considered a Christmas movie, and it falls into the romantic comedy category. Sandra Bullock’s first ever romantic comedy as the leading lady, this 90’s classic should not be skipped. Bullock’s character saves a man (Peter Gallagher) from an oncoming train and is mistaken for his fiancée by his family while he's in a coma. When she doesn’t correct them, romantic comedy hijinks ensue, making it perfect for your next movie date night.
Candy Cane Lane (2023)
One of the newest additions to the Christmas comedy movie lineup, this Eddie Murphy film is a family comedy that isn’t afraid to get wacky. Murphy’s character has lost his job just before the holiday season, which means winning the annual Christmas decoration contest is his biggest goal of the season. Tracee Ellis Ross and Jillian Bell star alongside Murphy making it a fun for the whole family comedy that will leave your kiddos laughing.
The Shop Around the Corner (1940)
Okay bear with me here, we are traveling 80 years back in time to a world where color did not exist. This is the only black-and-white film on this list but don’t let that scare you away, The Shop Around The Corner is timeless with its delightful humor. Starring Margaret Sullavan and Jimmy Stewart, the film follows two employees at a gift shop who unknowingly become each other’s anonymous pen pals. It’s got heart, it’s got humor, and it will impress your grandparents if you suggest it this holiday season!
The Best Man Holiday (2013)
A holiday film that’s hot, sad, and funny? Sign me up! It’s a sequel to The Best Man, but that doesn’t make it any less of a Christmas movie. The film sparks laughs, some tears, and features plenty of unfiltered one-liners. Although I must say, for the entirety of the movie you’ll be slightly distracted by constantly asking yourself the question: “What do I need to do to acquire a house as sick as this one?”
The Night Before (2015)
We are officially declaring that this movie deserves some more recognition. Joseph Gordon Levitt, Seth Rogen, and Anthony Mackie having a blowout romp around New York City the night before Christmas should be required viewing for all! Nathan Fielder moonlights as a Red Bull Limo driver, JGL sings Wrecking Ball on stage with Miley Cyrus, and the guys run around NYC in tacky Christmas sweaters. This is your next movie night movie, best accompanied by cookies, wine, and friends.
White Christmas
White Christmas is the definition of a timeless and heartwarming holiday movie. A true Christmas musical, Bing Crosby, Danny Kaye, Rosemary Clooney, and Vera-Ellen will make you laugh and sing along with them. It’s romantic, nostalgic, and full of Christmas spirit which makes it the perfect movie to watch with your family. It might also make you incredibly envious of the Christmas costumes they wear on stage, so if you have an event that requires Christmas sparkles, let Rosemary Clooney’s wardrobe be your first stop for inspiration!
Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey (2020)
This genuinely might be the best Christmas movie you watch with your family this holiday season. The choreography, the costumes, the set design—all of this comes together to tell a joyous, heartwarming Christmas story that will have your toes tip-tapping away. Enjoy Forest Whitaker, Keegan-Michael Key, and Anika Noni Rose in this fantastical musical extravaganza! Totally separate from the cheesy Netflix Christmas genre, Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey is worth gathering your family around the fire, eating Christmas cookies, and having the perfect family holiday movie night.
The Muppet Christmas Carol (1992)
Although aimed at a younger audience, I’m still cackling at the delightful humor of The Muppet Christmas Carol. It’s a festive and heartwarming musical comedy in which the muppets remain iconic, as does Michael Caine in his performance as Ebenezer Scrooge. There’s catchy songs and a lovely balance of humor and heart.
Bad Santa (2003)
Probably ringing in at the darkest, most adult comedy on this list, Bad Santa tells the story of Billy Bob Thornton’s alcoholic and sex addicted character who dresses as a mall Santa to stores with the help of his elf-dressing partner played by Tony Cox. It starts dark and only gets darker, Bad Santa offers raunchy humor, offbeat charm, and an incredibly unconventional take on Christmas that somehow leaves its audience satisfied.
A Bad Moms Christmas (2017)
Three iconic ladies (Mila Kunis, Kristen Bell, and Kathryn Hahn) star in the raucous Christmas comedy. This is the perfect movie for the group of mom friends who are just totally over the ridiculous pressure of creating a perfect Christmas. Grab your gal pals and a bottle of wine!
Daddy's Home 2 (2017)
Will Ferrell has set himself a very high bar when it comes to Christmas movies. Although Daddy’s Home 2 doesn’t quite live up to the comedic genius that is Elf, it does have a few laughs—plus the bromance between Ferrell and Mark Wahlberg makes it worth a movie night. This sequel brings in Mel Gibson and John Lithgow as grandfathers to help deliver a little extra Christmas spirit and absurdity to this comedy.
EXmas (2023)
Personally, I’ll watch anything that Blair Waldorf (aka Leighton Meester) is in and I will enjoy it! This movie has some sneaky laughs in it even with a slight eye roll of a premise: a video game designer (Robbie Amell) decides to surprise his family at home for the holidays, only to find they’ve invited his ex-fiance (Meester) to celebrate with them. It has heart, humor, and family, making it a charming new Christmas rom-com.
Last Christmas (2019)
What happens when you mix together Paul Feig, Emilia Clarke, Henry Golding, along with George Michael's upbeat hits? A recipe for Christmas laughs. Taking inspiration from the titular song’s lyrics, this comedy weaves a tale of redemption and the spirit of giving through its characters’ challenging holiday season in London. Emilia Clarke’s performance in a comedic role makes this one worth watching on a cozy movie night at home.
Dashing Through The Snow (2023)
One of the newest family Christmas comedies on our list, it’s the only one with Ludacris as the lead, which we think sets it apart. A fun, magical twist on the classic story of a miserly man who's lost the Christmas spirit, this film takes place in Atlanta where a man named Nick (Lil Rel Howery) brings Eddie (Ludacris) and his daughter along for a night of Christmas adventures. It’ll make you laugh and deliver those warm and fuzzy Christmas feelings for all.
Dr. Seuss' The Grinch (2018)
A kids comedy with possibly the catchiest Christmas soundtrack we’ve ever heard (thank you Danny Elfman and Tyler, the Creator), this movie will deliver laughs and merriment for the whole family. We all know the Grinch’s story, but what really sets this 2018 version apart are the stunningly animated visuals, the original soundtrack, and the characters’ voicework. Journey back to the beautifully decorated Whoville with the whole fam and you’ll surely laugh while enjoying a story of love and community.
Kiss Kiss, Bang Bang (2005)
In the same way that Die Hard is a Christmas movie, Kiss Kiss, Bang Bang can and should be considered a Christmas tale. Starring Robert Downey Jr. and Val Kilmer, this darkly comedic crime caper tells the story of a petty thief who stumbles into an audition and inadvertently becomes involved in a murder investigation. There’s sharp humor and a clever narrative, making this an irreverent take on the holidays that’s both thrilling and darkly funny.
It's Christmastime Again, Charlie Brown (1992)
It's Christmastime Again, Charlie Brown brings back the Peanuts gang for another dose of holiday cheer. This time, Charlie Brown gets caught up in the commercialism of Christmas by selling wreaths in order to buy a gift for his crush. It’s all the usual suspects together again at Christmas, making it a delightful choice for a night of family laughs and holiday spirit.
Violent Night (2022)
Christmas movies love an absurd premise, and this one might be the most absurd of them all—but it actually does it kind of well. In Violent Night, Santa Claus (David Harbour) fights a team of mercenaries who have taken a wealthy family hostage on Christmas Eve. We’ll classify this one as an action comedy, because the violence just gets so gory, gross, and out of hand that you can’t help but laugh at it.
Fred Claus (2007)
Starring Vince Vaughn as Fred Claus, Santa's less-than-enthusiastic brother, the film unfolds when Fred reluctantly heads to the North Pole to help during the holiday rush. With a star-studded cast including Paul Giamatti, Miranda Richardson, John Michael Higgins, Elizabeth Banks, Rachel Weisz, Kathy Bates, and Kevin Spacey, this fun-for-the-whole-family comedy is a humorous take on sibling rivalry, Christmas magic, and the importance of family bonds.
The Christmas Chronicles (2018)
In this delightfully enchanting family holiday film, Kurt Russell plays a cool and unconventional Santa Claus, and his performance alone is worth a watch. It’s the story of two siblings who accidentally jeopardize Christmas and team up with Santa to save the day. The trio embarks on a night of magical escapades and brings us all along for the wild sleigh ride. This Netflix original has heart, magic, and Christmas spirit that will keep everyone entertained.
There's Nothing Like the Holidays (2008)
This holiday movie delivers laughter, chaos, and heartwarming moments. When the Rodriguez family makes it home for Christmas, the matriarch drops a bombshell: divorce. Family strife ensues, but the film is warm, inviting, and the cast delivers standout performances that will make you feel like you’re home for the holidays, too.
Almost Christmas (2016)
This festive family comedy stars an ensemble cast including Danny Glover, Mo'Nique, and Gabrielle Union. The movie revolves around a dysfunctional but endearing family reuniting for their first Christmas since their mother’s passing. Christmas chaos of course ensues, but it leads to laughter, love, healing, and joy, which we could all use a little more of this time of year!
Feast of the Seven Fishes (2018)
This movie is perfect for people who loved the Sopranos but hated the murder. Feast of the Seven Fishes focuses on an Italian-American family’s Christmas Eve tradition of preparing seven fish dishes, but this year young Tony brings home a wealthy Ivy Leaguer named Beth. It’s quirky, it’s set in the 80’s, there’s family, there’s romance, and there’s humor. What more could you ask for? Watch it with a side of fish, or at least tiramisu!
Single All The Way (2021)
We’re all familiar with the trope of two best friends who are perfect for each other but they can’t see it for themselves. Well, Single All The Way does it and they do it for the gays at Christmastime! There’s a Christmas pageant put on by the icon herself Jennifer Coolidge, two extremely adorable leading men, and the most supportive family you’ve ever seen. It’s cute, it’s funny, and it’s very much worth a watch.
Holidate (2020)
We have reached the section of the list reserved for slightly cheesy, but will still make you laugh, Netflix holiday movies! In Holidate, Emma Roberts and Luke Bracey star in a holiday rom-com that actually takes place over many holidays, not just Christmas. The two agree to be each other's platonic holiday dates to stave away the prying family questions that singles receive at every get together. Roberts’ dry humor combined with Bracey’s Australian accent makes this worth watching over a bottle of wine with your single girlfriends, while you try to determine who your holidate should be.
The Knight Before Christmas (2019)
We love when logic gets absolutely thrown out the window in a movie. A knight getting transported from 1300’s England to present-day Ohio to meet his one true love? No one caring that Vanessa Hudgens hit said knight with her car? Hudgens taking the knight home from the hospital to stay with her? We love everything about this. It’s silly, it’s cheesy, it’s cute, it’s perfect for your next movie (k)night!
Falling for Christmas (2022)
Lindsay Lohan returns to the big screen for the first time in a decade as the leading lady in Falling For Christmas. It’s the perfect blend of cheese and camp, with Lohan demonstrating her comedic chops by performing some of her own stunts and also exclaiming, “I love this song!” about Brenda Lee’s ‘Rockin Around the Christmas Tree,’ in a very meta nod to her iconic Mean Girls performance. If you love a cheesy Christmas movie or you’re just a fan of LiLo, this one’s for you.
Best. Christmas. Ever! (2023)
There’s something fun about a movie where if the main character just went to therapy, the entire plot would cease to exist. In this year’s newest Netflix Christmas movie, Heather Graham stars as frenemy to Brandy, and does everything in her power to prove that Brandy’s life isn’t perfect because she’s unhappy with her own life. It’s cheesy, it doesn’t make a ton of sense, but all of these things are worth laughing at while getting in the Christmas spirit.
The Princess Switch (2018)
This is the movie for you if you have a sweet tooth, love of all things royal, and get sucked in by a classic switching places story. In The Princess Switch, Vanessa Hudgens pulls double duty, playing a baker from Chicago and a royal princess who decide to switch places after discovering they’re fortuitously identical. The movie is filled with Christmas spirit, snowy landscapes, delicious baked goods, and romance, making it a sweet romantic comedy.
Christmas Wedding Planner (2017)
This movie is for the Christmas brides looking to laugh at a wedding that is definitely more stressful than their own. In Christmas Wedding Planner, the wedding planner and cousin to the bride attempts to navigate the chaos that is a family wedding during the holiday season, but her plans are thrown into disarray when a private investigator arrives. This has been dubbed by some as ‘The Worst Netflix Christmas Movie of All Time,’ which might just land it in the so-bad-it's-good category.
El Camino Christmas (2017)
Are you looking for a Christmas comedy that has you saying, “What on earth is happening?” the entire time? You’ve found it! El Camino Christmas is a dark comedy featuring Luke Grimes, Tim Allen, Dax Shephard, Kirtwood Smith, and Jessica Alba that will truly keep you guessing. The absurd movie takes place on Christmas Eve as a group of people find themselves trapped in a liquor store, in an accidental semi-hostage situation. Holiday spirit and offbeat antics abound in this adult comedy!
Family Switch (2023)
We love seeing Jennifer Garner experiencing an out-of-body situation, and that’s exactly what happens in Family Switch. It’s Freaky Friday, but with the whole family. Sure it’s cheesy and far-fetched, but this Netflix Christmas comedy is also wildly entertaining.
The Family Stone (2005)
The Family Stone features an incredibly stacked cast—with Sarah Jessica Parker, Diane Keaton, Rachel McAdams, Clare Danes, Dermot Mulroney, Craig T. Nelson, and Luke Wilson—who make up a giant, judgmental family. The characters are quirky and the dynamics are both awkward and charming. Overall, it’s a touching and humorous look into the messiness of staying with your significant other’s family for the holidays.
I Want a Dog for Christmas, Charlie Brown (2003)
Because sometimes we just don’t get enough stories about supporting characters on a side quest, this Charlie Brown film tells the tale of Rerun, Lucy’s younger brother, and his pursuit for a furry friend during the holiday season. I Want a Dog for Christmas, Charlie Brown has all of the timeless humor, delightful characters, and themes of friendship that Charles M. Schulz's is known for, making it a charming addition to the classic Peanuts holiday specials.
Jingle All the Way (1996)
Arnold Schwarzenegger beats up a reindeer in this slapstick Christmas comedy, and that alone should be enough to fill your home with family laughs. Jingle All The Way has 90’s nostalgia, dads desperate to get their hands on the Christmas season’s hottest toy, and classic holiday hijinx. Should Schwarzenegger have ventured into the world of comedy with this film? We’ll leave answering that question up to you.
Krampus (2015)
This is only a comedy if you’re sick and twisted, which some of us are! Krampus is a darkly comedic, horror-fantasy Christmas movie (perhaps the only one of its kind). The holiday film starring Adam Scott and Toni Collette takes a wickedly humorous turn when a dysfunctional family’s lack of Christmas spirit unleashes the malevolent spirit of Krampus. It blends scares with laughs, creating something totally unique for the Christmas season.
Eight Crazy Nights (2002)
Okay, this animated holiday comedy might fall into the middle school boy category of humor, but sometimes that’s exactly what you need! There’s musical numbers, long burps, and Adam Sandler, so you know it's a perfect bet when your pre-teen nephew comes over. In the movie, Sandler’s character has a disdain for the holidays and this tale takes us on a raucous journey of redemption throughout the eight nights of Hanukkah.
Christmas With The Kranks (2004)
Adding to the ever-expanding multiverse of Tim Allen Christmas movies, Christmas With The Kranks is a somewhat predictable, but fun for the whole family comedy about rediscovering the joy of the season. Worth a watch for the cast alone, Tim Allen, Jaime Lee Curtis, and Dan Akyroyd, fill this movie with slapstick humor, family and neighborly chaos, and a heartwarming message about the true spirit of Christmas.
Mr. Magoo's Christmas Carol (1962)
Fun fact: This is actually the first ever animated Christmas special produced for television. Mr. Magoo’s Christmas Carol is a timeless animated comedy that puts a comical and musical spin on Charles Dickens' classic tale. Voiced by Jim Backus, the nearsighted Mr. Magoo takes on the role of Ebenezer Scrooge, with ghosts helping him to learn the true meaning of Christmas.
Noelle (2019)
There’s nothing better than Anna Kendrick singing and Bill Hader dodging responsibilities, making this Disney+ original movie a surefire winner for the family. Kendrick plays Noelle, daughter to Santa and brother to Nick (Hader), and as it becomes time for Nick to take over the family business, he disappears at Noelle’s suggestion. Chaos ensues and Noelle must travel to the real world to track Nick down, making it a fun combination of humor, fantasy, and holiday spirit, perfect for a family Christmas comedy!
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