27 Best Christmas Movies on Hulu To Get You Into the Holiday Spirit
November 1, 2023
It’s the most wonderful time of the year to cozy up on the couch with a cup of hot cocoa and watch holiday movies.
Whether you’re looking for a festive fantasy, a heartwarming rom-com, or a Christmas classic — Hulu’s got you covered with every type of holiday flick that could possibly be on your wishlist.
So start the fireplace and dig out your coziest set of holiday PJs, because we’re breaking down the best Christmas movies on Hulu.
Best Christmas Movies on Hulu
Elf (2003)
The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear — and by streaming Elf as many times as your heart desires. Stream this Will Farrel-staring, quotable Christmas comedy now with a Hulu + Live TV subscription.
All subscribers can watch Elf when it comes to Hulu’s streaming library Thursday, November 23.
Watch: Elf*
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The Polar Express (2004)
All aboard the Polar Express! This enchanting animated Christmas movie will take you on a journey to the North Pole via the Polar Express, teaching important lessons about friendship and the magic of believing.
The Polar Express arrives on Hulu Thursday, November 23.
Watch: Coming Soon
National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation (1989)
We’re so glad it’s Christmas vacation, aren’t you? Join Clark, Ellen, Cousin Eddie, Uncle Lewis, and the entire Griswold family as they try to navigate the holidays together in one of the most quotable movies of all time.
Stream Chevy Chase’s Christmas Vacation now with a Hulu + Live TV subscription until it becomes available for all Hulu subscribers Thursday, November 23.
Watch: Christmas Vacation*
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The Santa Clause (1994)
It’s every kid’s dream for their dad to be Santa Claus. But when that becomes Charlie Calvin’s reality, he finds that it isn’t all candy canes and gumdrops.
Stream The Santa Clause now on Disney+, along with Santa Clause 2* (2002), Santa Clause 3: The Escape Clause* (2006), and the Disney+ Original series, The Santa Clauses.*
All Hulu subscribers can watch Santa Clause 3: The Escape Clause from Hulu’s streaming library.
Watch: The Santa Clause*
*The Santa Clause, Santa Clause 2, Santa Clause 3: The Escape Clause, and The Santa Clauses are available with The Disney Bundle. Access content from each service separately.
Jack Frost (1998)
After losing his dad, Jack, in a tragic car accident, Charlie makes a Christmas wish to bring his father back. With the help of a little Christmas magic and the snowman he built in the front yard, Charlie’s wish comes true in the most incredible way.
Watch Jack Frost when it comes to Hulu Thursday, November 27.
Watch: Coming soon
Fred Claus (2007)
Did you know Santa has a sibling? Meet his older and much less merry brother, Fred, who’s probably on the naughty list. Strapped for cash, Fred (Vince Vaughn) agrees to work for his brother in the North Pole — but what he learns from the experience is much more valuable.
Fred Claus will be available to stream on Hulu starting Thursday, November 27.
Watch: Coming soon
Home Alone 3 (1997)
Home Alone 3 is the classic Christmas tale you love, featuring a new clever kid left to protect his house from ruthless intruders. Complete the trilogy for the ultimate family Christmas movie marathon with Home Alone (1990)* and Home Alone 2: Lost in New York (1992).*
Watch: Home Alone 3
*Home Alone and Home Alone 2: Lost in New York require STARZ® on Hulu add-on subscription. STARZ and related channels and service marks are the property of STARZ Entertainment, LLC. All other titles and related trademarks are the property of their respective owners. All rights reserved.
A Christmas Carol (1984)
Ebenezer Scrooge is a bitter old man who’s forced to take an introspective look at his past, present, and future when he’s visited by the ghost of his former business partner. This lively adaptation of Charles Dickens’ iconic Christmas story will leave you inspired to spread kindness and cheer this holiday season.
Watch: A Christmas Carol*
*A Christmas Carol requires STARZ® on Hulu add-on subscription. STARZ and related channels and service marks are the property of STARZ Entertainment, LLC. All other titles and related trademarks are the property of their respective owners. All rights reserved.
Miracle on 34th Street (1994)
A remake of the 1947 film, Miracle on 34th Street (1994) follows Susan, a little girl who has lost faith in Santa Claus. That’s until she befriends a man named Kris, who claims to be the big man himself — but will Susan believe him?
Both the 1947 and 1994 versions of Miracle on 34th Street are available to stream now on Hulu.
Watch: Miracle on 34th Street (1994) and Miracle on 34th Street (1947)
The Nutcracker (1993)
George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker tells a classic Christmas tale using live performance, emotional musical scores, and breathtaking ballet choreography. For a whimsical Christmas movie experience unlike any you’ve seen before, The Nutcracker is a must-watch.
Watch: The Nutcracker
Happiest Season (2020)
In this Hulu Original Christmas rom-com, Kristin Stewart plays Abby, a young woman preparing to propose to her girlfriend, Harper, while meeting her future in-laws over Christmas. But there’s one little problem — Harper’s conservative family thinks Abby is just her roommate.
With the help of Abby’s best friend (played by Schitt’s Creek star Dan Levy), the couple navigates love, family, and the holidays while discovering the magic of being true to yourself.
Watch: Happiest Season
It’s a Wonderful Binge (2020)
The Binge (2020) is back with a holiday sequel. It’s a Wonderful Binge is set in the same dystopian future, where all drugs and alcohol are banned except for one day of the year — Binge Day. This year, the annual binge takes place on Christmas Eve, setting the stage for holiday songs, magical storybooks … and lots of illegal substances.
Watch: It’s a Wonderful Binge
Die Hard (1988)
This Bruce Willis movie may have premiered in 1988, but one lingering question still remains all these years later — is Die Hard a Christmas movie? While it’s mostly an action thriller, it does take place at a holiday party on Christmas Eve, which is good enough for us to include it on this list.
Continue the Die Hard movie marathon on Hulu with Die Hard 2 (1990) and Die Hard With a Vengeance (1995) streaming now.
Watch: Die Hard
The Muppet Christmas Carol (1992)
This is the Charles Dickens classic tale of Ebenezer Scrooge as told with the help of Kermit, Ms. Piggy, and the entire Muppets crew. The Muppet Christmas Carol is a Christmas story with a message for the entire family to watch together.
Watch: The Muppet Christmas Carol
Family Stone (2005)
An uptight girlfriend meets her new boyfriend’s quirky family for the first time — will it be a holiday love story to remember or a Christmas recipe for disaster? Sarah Jessica Parker, Diane Keaton, Rachel McAdams, Craig T. Nelson, Luke Wilson, and Dermot Mulroney star in this lovable Christmas rom-com streaming now on Hulu.
Watch: The Family Stone
Four Christmases (2008)
Reese Witherspoon and Vince Vaughn star in this laugh-out-loud Christmas comedy film about a relatable (and arguably the worst) part of the holidays — having divorced parents and going to multiple houses on Christmas day.
Follow along as their characters trek to four different houses for family celebrations, while attempting to keep their sanity, when Four Christmases comes to Hulu Thursday, November 23.
Watch: Coming Soon
A Merry Friggin’ Christmas (2014)
It seems like nothing is going right when Boyd and his family decide to spend Christmas with his estranged (emphasis on strange) family. The icing on the gingerbread house? He forgot all of the kid’s gifts at home — four hours away. So he hits the road with his dad in an attempt to make it back before Christmas morning. What he learns from the drive is worth more than any present underneath the tree.
Watch: A Merry Friggin’ Christmas
I’m Glad It’s Christmas (2022)
Holly’s personal five-year deadline of “making it” on Broadway is quickly approaching without any hope in sight. Could the magic of the holiday season bring Holly her dream role (and dream guy)? Find out in this feel-good holiday romcom.
Watch: I’m Glad It’s Christmas
All I Want for Christmas (2022)
All Ivy wants for Christmas is for her recently divorced parents to get back together. With a little holiday magic and light-hearted laughter, Ivy’s wish may just come true with a twist of fate that’s only possible during Christmas. All I Want for Christmas is sure to be a future holiday classic that will warm even the coldest of hearts.
Watch: All I Want for Christmas
Santa Games (2022)
When the resident mall Santa decides to retire, the fight to take the reins creates chaos (and comedy) amongst a group of Santa ho-ho-hopefuls. If you’re looking for a new favorite Christmas comedy, Santa Games is sure to make the list.
Watch: Santa Games
A Merry Christmas Wish (2022)
Janie is an NYC advertising executive who returns to her hometown for the holidays with the intention of selling her family’s farm. But when she reconnects with a childhood friend at the town’s Winter Wonderland festival, she begins reconsidering her life in the big city.
Watch: A Merry Christmas Wish
The March Sisters at Christmas (2012)
Christmas magic and sisterly love are the themes of the holiday film, The March Sisters at Christmas — a modern adaptation of Louisa May Alcott’s Little Women. The four March sisters find themselves at crossroads when they learn of their mother’s plans to sell their childhood home after the holidays. Can they keep their family together, or will this be the last Christmas they celebrate at home?
Watch: The March Sisters at Christmas
A Country Christmas Story (2013)
Featuring country music legend Dolly Parton, A Country Christmas Story is a Lifetime TV movie about a small-town teenage choir girl with big dreams of becoming a country music star — a story similar to Dolly’s own life and humble beginnings.
Watch: A Country Christmas Story
The Mistle-Tones (2012)
Music, rivalry, and romance — what more could you ask for in a made-for-TV Christmas movie? Follow along on Holly’s journey as she fights to hold on to family traditions, only to be reminded of what really matters — the joy music can bring during the holidays.
Watch: The Mistle-Tones
A Christmas Frequency (2023)
Love is in the air (or should we say on the air) for Kenzie — a radio show producer with the brilliant idea of setting up her boss on blind dates live on-air in a last-ditch effort to save their dying radio show. When Kenzie unexpectedly falls for one of her boss’ contenders, she has to reason between her head and her heart.
Watch: A Christmas Frequency
Dear Santa (2020)
Each year, thousands of children send letters to Santa in the North Pole through the U.S. Postal Service’s “Operation Santa.” While reading through the letters, an Operation Santa volunteer comes across a touching wish from a little girl — a wife for her widowed father.
Watch: Dear Santa
There’s more holiday cheer where that came from! Check out Hulu’s Holiday Hub for more Christmas movies on Hulu streaming now, including your favorite films from the Hallmark Channel.
