Ten Movies You Should Watch This Holiday Season

Finals are over, so we can finally start enjoy the holiday season! Here are 10 movies that you shouldn’t forget to watch this Christmas!

1. Elf– Arguably the most iconic Christmas movie of all time, at least if you ask me. Will Ferrell plays the lovable Buddy, who is in search of his human dad after realizing he isn’t, shockingly, an elf. He experiences the ultimate adventure by traveling from the North Pole to the greatest city in the world, New York City. Remember, the best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear.
2. A Christmas Story– I grew up watching this movie on repeat Christmas morning. We get to watch Ralphie learn some tough lessons as he trudges through the holiday season with his parents and little brother. I grew up wanting a leg lamp, and being afraid of shooting my eye out. Warning- Don’t waste your time with the sequel. It’s trash.
3. Christmas Vacation– Another classic.  I loved this growing up because the Griswold family always reminded me a little bit of my own erratic kin. (Listen to ‘Merry Christmas From the Family’ by Robert Earl King for further examples) I love this movie because it’s not your typical Hallmark, sappy romance. It’s full of comedy and family, which makes for a great movie for the whole family.
4. Home Alone– Kevin was BRAVE. I don’t know what I would have done if my parents left the country without me, but I can assure you, it wouldn’t even compare to Kevin. From a young age, this movie taught me to never wish your family away, because you need them. Especially during the holiday season. Warning- The sequel to this has a stamp of approval. Any movie after the second one is also trash.
5. A Charlie Brown Christmas– Not much to say about this movie except its a classic, and teaches the true meaning of Christmas. I don’t care how old you are, you are never too old for this movie.
6. How the Grinch Stole Christmas– Whichever version you prefer, this movie is gold. The original animated version is better for children, in my opinion, but still holds a great story for everyone. The real-life version, starring Jim Carrey, is full of more mature humor, which makes it great for even adults to watch. Plus, this version has a love triangle. How scandalous. The newest version, also animated, is okay, but will never be as good as the OG’s, in my opinion. 
7. The Polar Express– If you grew up in the public school system like I did, then you probably had a day every December dedicated to this movie. Heck, when I was a junior in high school, we did, too. With cool animations, an awesome soundtrack and a lesson of believing what we can’t see, this movie will forever be a favorite of mine.
8. Eloise at Christmastime-My sister and I started watching this movie when we were younger because we were fans of the books, and have continued into our young adult life. Eloise is full of a spunk that you won’t find anywhere else, and her shenanigans always seem like living in a hotel would be awesome. (Suite Life of Zack and Cody just furthered this assumption as we got older.)
9. A Christmas Carol– Though this one became a little overdone for me after acting in its play my freshman year, I had to include it. It’ll break your heart and heal it all at the same time. No matter what adaption you watch, the story of Scrooge learning how to celebrate Christmas is amazing.
10. Deck the Halls– Not one of the more popular Christmas movies, but who doesn’t love Danny DeVito? Two neighbors fighting over who can have the best light show in town, and who can be seen from space. (Apparently, it is possible.) Chock full of both laughs, we see a beautiful story of finding friendship in a hopeless place.