Christmas season is here, and with it, comes the movie marathons that sets the mood for Xmas year on year. Christmas is the annual celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ, that is celebrated worldwide on December 25. However, Christmas preparation begins for some from November 1, and others start decking up for this holiday season right after Thanksgiving. As Christmas 2019 approaches, there are a few rituals that have become a part of the celebration, for people of all races and religions. And one such Christmas ritual has to be watching Christmas movies. Whether you are a true 90s kid who lives on re-watching Elf, Polar Express or The Holiday and other Classic Christmas movies, or you are one of the few who enjoys the new-age Christmas 2019 releases on various OTT platforms. Here is a list of the best Xmas movies that need to be on your watch list! Do These 6 Things With Your Best Friend To Bring On The Holiday Cheer. 

1. Elf:

This classic has to be the perfect choice to leave you feeling all merry! This Christmas film will make you laugh and cry and will take you on a journey of innocent discoveries. Will Ferrell’s brilliant acting, combined with the superbly written story of the movie will all make sure that you are in the spirit of Christmas!

2. The Holiday:

While The Holiday is undoubtedly a great film to watch all year round, the Christmas timing of the movie, combined with the sheer storyline, makes it a perfect watch this December! Whether you are feeling like you are at a low in any aspect of your life, or are simply craving a heart-warming self-discovery movie that will fill you with hope, this movie is perfect for you! And the gorgeous settings of LA and England sure do add to our festive moods! Christmas 2019 Dinner Recipes: Yummy Dishes That You Would Want To Make Again and Again!

3. The Polar Express:

This animated movie, based on the 80s children’s novel, narrates a beautiful story that will stir the inner child in you. If you are a 90s kid, then watching The Polar Express is probably a part of your annual Christmas ritual, and this is a tradition that surely needs to be carried forward. At a time when animation and VFX have grown by steeps and bounds, this movie continues to remain an authentic Christmas watch!

4. Holiday in the Wild:

While the Christmas season brings with it an array of Christmas special releases on Netflix and Prime, this Netflix special movie stands apart from the rest. A unique storyline which shows the mid-life crisis of a 50-year-old woman, a beautiful yet realistic love-story of the new age, and of course, the magnificent views of Africa, this movie has it all. While it had only released last month, this movie definitely deserves a rerun and will surely fill you with the Christmas cheer! Google Santa Tracker for Christmas 2019: Know How to Check Where is Santa Claus Right Now. 

5. Love Actually:

This 2003 release continues to be a wonderful collection of some of the most beautifully strung together stories on Christmas, love and adulting. From brilliant actors to surreal storylines, this movie boasts of it all and much more, and is a must-watch. Just because it is Christmas!

We hope that these beautiful movies put you in the right mood for Christmas and help you deck up your house and hearts for this grand festival! Whether you have been an avid celebrator of this festival or not, these movies are sure to put a smile on your face and get you through this season of love and togetherness! Here’s wishing everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy holidays!

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