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5 Movies to Watch With Your Family This Thanksgiving

This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at UGA chapter.

After watching the parade, eating your weight in turkey and pumpkin pie, and catching up with family and friends, there’s just nothing better than curling up on the sofa with your loved ones and watching a movie. Here are my top five picks to help you find a movie that makes everyone happy.

THe Cozy Mystery: Knives Out

This murder mystery film has a star-studded cast and a story that will keep everyone guessing until the very end. Plus, the film’s family dynamics might resonate with you as you get the whole family together for the holidays.

The Family-Friendly Pick: A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving

There’s nothing like Charlie Brown, Snoopy, and the rest of the Peanuts to get everyone into the holiday spirit. This animated classic will be a popular pick with kids and grown-ups alike, and it’s so familiar to most people that everyone can keep talking throughout the movie without needing to worry about missing an important plot point.

The Christmas Classic: Miracle on 34th Street

This holiday classic literally includes the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade as a major plot element, so it’s the perfect movie to transition your family from Thanksgiving to the Christmas spirit.

The Modern Holiday Movie: Love Actually

This is my all-time favorite holiday movie because it has such a diverse range of characters and is tied together in a really heartwarming way. With its interwoven individual storylines, there’s bound to be a relatable character or plot for everyone watching.

The Unconventional Choice: Uncle Frank

This film set in the 1970s focuses on the relationship between a teenager and her uncle on a road trip to a funeral where they’re unexpectedly joined by her uncle’s partner. With themes of family, connection, and acceptance, this is a great unconventional pick for those looking to try something new.

I hope this list helps you find the perfect movie for everyone to enjoy this Thanksgiving!

Lindsay Morris is studying Journalism and Political Science at the University of Georgia. She loves to read and write, especially about culture, style, and entertainment. When she's not doing that, Lindsay loves walks in the rain, creating ultra-specific playlists, and going out with friends.