Die Hard
Bruce Willis, Alan Rickman, Bonnie Bedelia
A New York City cop, John McClane, tries to save his estranged wife and several others taken hostage by terrorists during a Christmas Eve party at the Nakatomi Plaza Skyscraper in Los Angeles, California.
Why you'll love it
Often cited as one of the greatest action movies set during Christmas, it's a thrilling story of a lone cop taking on terrorists.
Home Alone
Macaulay Culkin, Joe Pesci, Daniel Stern
An eight-year-old troublemaker, mistakenly left home alone, must defend his home against a pair of burglars on Christmas Eve.
Why you'll love it
While primarily a family comedy, the movie features action-packed scenes of a young boy defending his home from burglars during Christmas.
Lethal Weapon
Mel Gibson, Danny Glover, Gary Busey
Two newly paired cops who are complete opposites must put aside their differences in order to catch a gang of drug smugglers.
Why you'll love it
This buddy cop action film is set during the Christmas season, adding a holiday backdrop to the high-octane drama.
Iron Man 3
Robert Downey Jr., Guy Pearce, Gwyneth Paltrow
When Tony Stark's world is torn apart by a formidable terrorist called the Mandarin, he starts an odyssey of rebuilding and retribution.
Why you'll love it
This superhero film has a Christmas setting and delivers action-packed sequences as Tony Stark faces a new enemy.
Batman Returns
Michael Keaton, Danny DeVito, Michelle Pfeiffer
While Batman deals with a deformed man calling himself the Penguin wreaking havoc across Gotham with the help of a cruel businessman, a female employee of the latter becomes the Catwoman with her own vendetta.
Why you'll love it
The dark, atmospheric sequel to Batman that takes place during the Christmas season, combining superhero action with holiday themes.