LevTimes Top 10 Best Christmas Movies of All Time 🎬🎄

(Perfect for cosy nights, hot chocolate, and shouting “I’ve seen this one!”)

Christmas isn’t just about presents and mince pies. It’s also the season of legendary movies. Whether you like laughs, action, magic (or a bit of all three) … these films are guaranteed to get you in the festive spirit. Here are the Top 10 Christmas movies of all time, chosen by the LevTimes team:

10. The Polar Express (2004)🚂

All aboard! This magical animation takes you on a train ride straight to the North Pole. It’s full of wonder, adventure, and a big question: do you believe?

9. The Grinch (2018 / 2000)💚

Green, grumpy, and totally unforgettable. Whether it’s the animated version or Jim Carrey’s wild performance, the Grinch proves that even the biggest grouch can find a heart - and maybe some roast beast.

8. Elf (2003)🧝‍♂️

Buddy the Elf has one rule: treat every day like Christmas. Packed with hilarious moments (spaghetti with syrup, anyone?) this movie is impossible to watch without smiling.

7. Home Alone 2: Lost in New York (1992) 🗽

Kevin’s back - and this time he’s taking on the Wet Bandits in New York City. Bigger pranks, bigger laughs, and still one of the funniest Christmas films ever.

6. The Santa Clause (1994) 🎅

What if becoming Santa was… an accident? This film mixes comedy and Christmas magic as an ordinary dad discovers he’s got the most important job in the world.

5. Arthur Christmas (2011) 📦

Ever wondered how Santa delivers presents so fast? This clever animated film shows the high-tech side of Christmas - and reminds us that no child should ever be forgotten.

4. The Muppet Christmas Carol (1992) 🐸

Charles Dickens, but with jokes, songs, and a singing frog. This version of A Christmas Carol is funny, emotional, and surprisingly powerful.

3. How the Grinch Stole Christmas! (1966) 📺

Short, sweet, and full of heart. This classic proves that Christmas isn’t about presents… it’s about people (and maybe a bit of singing).

2. Home Alone (1990) 🏠

The ultimate Christmas classic. Macauley Culkin stars as the cheeky Kevin McAllister, who finds himself home alone for Christmas after being left behind by his family by mistake. The shenanigans he gets up to makes for a really entertaining and humorous watch. Traps, paint cans, and one very brave kid. It’s funny, exciting, and somehow gets better every single year.

1. Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone (2001) ⚡🎄

It might not be about Christmas, but Hogwarts at Christmas is unbeatable. Snowy castles, magical feasts, and the start of the greatest wizarding adventure ever make this a festive favourite.

Whether you’re laughing, crying, or hiding behind a cushion - Christmas movies bring everyone together. So, grab a blanket, turn off the lights and press play! Christmas doesn’t officially start until you’ve watched at least one of these.

Happy watching and Merry Christmas! 🎄✨