Love Actually
Hugh Grant, Martine McCutcheon, Liam Neeson
Follows the lives of eight very different couples in dealing with their love lives in various loosely interrelated tales all set during a frantic month before Christmas in London, England.
Why you'll love it
An ensemble film that intertwines multiple love stories during the Christmas season, exploring the highs and lows of relationships.
The Holiday
Kate Winslet, Cameron Diaz, Jude Law
Amanda lives in LA and is a movie trailer editor. Iris lives in Surrey and is a journalist. The two decide to swap houses for two weeks at Christmas - both trying to forget their troubled love lives, until love finds them anyways.
Why you'll love it
A romantic comedy-drama about two women who swap homes for the holidays, leading to unexpected relationships and personal growth.
Bad Santa
Billy Bob Thornton, Bernie Mac, Lauren Graham
A miserable conman and his partner pose as Santa and his Little Helper to rob department stores on Christmas Eve. But they run into problems when the conman befriends a troubled kid.
Why you'll love it
A dark comedy-drama that subverts traditional Christmas themes, focusing on a conman who poses as Santa.
A Christmas Carol
Jim Carrey, Gary Oldman, Colin Firth
Ebenezer Scrooge, a miserly old moneylender, is visited by three Christmas spirits on Christmas Eve. Scrooge embarks on a journey of self-redemption to mend his miserly ways
Why you'll love it
This classic tale delves into themes of redemption and the spirit of Christmas, showcasing a dramatic transformation.
The Night Before
Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Seth Rogen, Jillian Bell
On Christmas Eve, three lifelong friends spend the night in New York City looking for the Holy Grail of Christmas parties.
Why you'll love it
A mix of comedy and drama, this film explores friendship and the challenges of adulthood during the holiday season.
The Family Stone
Dermot Mulroney, Sarah Jessica Parker, Claire Danes
An uptight, liberal businesswoman accompanies her boyfriend to his eccentric and outgoing family's annual Christmas celebration and finds that she's a fish out of water in their free-spirited way of life.
Why you'll love it
A family drama that unfolds during the Christmas holiday, highlighting the complexities of family dynamics and acceptance.