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Christmas Movies On Netflix In 2017 That'll Get Into The Holiday Spirit
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Almost immediately after Halloween wraps up, the official holiday season begins, and what better way to get into the holiday spirit than by marathoning some Christmas content? Luckily, there are plenty of options to choose from, including these 47 Christmas movies on Netflix in 2017. Sadly, a few of the great Christmas movies that used to be on Netflix, including Love Actually, Christmas with the Kranks, and The Polar Express, no longer remain on the beloved streaming site. Still, Netflix has copious classic Christmas movies to choose from, and many that will become instant-classics after one viewing.
For many people, Netflix serves as an alternative to cable, which means you're probably missing the constant churning of Christmas movies featured on both the Hallmark Channel and Lifetime. Cheer up though, not just because of holiday cheer, but because Netflix actually has tons of those TV movies in its arsenal. In fact, if you make up a whole queue of them, you'll be totally set to lay on the couch and marathon feel-good Christmas movies all winter long. You don't need to leave the comfort of your bed in order to watch a Hallmark Channel Christmas Movie or holiday classic — how great is that?
Of course, not all of Netflix's Christmas selections are made-for-TV movies. There's a wide array of films and specials to choose from, so make sure to clear you schedule in order to be able to watch them all by Dec. 25.
1. 'How The Grinch Stole Christmas'
This one's a classic that likely everyone is familiar with, and so it shall stay.
2. 'Noel'
A 2004 Christmas movie starring Penelope Cruz, Susan Sarandon, and the late stars Paul Walker and Robin Williams. Sounds like an instant classic.
3. '12 Dates Of Christmas'
Get a piece of Freeform's holiday essential "25 Days of Christmas" countdown with this original movie.
4. 'A Very Murray Christmas'
Bill Murray is joined by Miley Cyrus, George Clooney, Chris Rock, and more.
5. 'Back To Christmas'
For anyone who isn't necessarily in love with Christmas, this one's for you.
6. 'A Holiday Engagement'
It's self-explanatory in the title, and it will make you feel the Christmas love.
7. 'Marry Me For Christmas'
The more holiday engagement stories, the merrier, right?
8. 'Get Santa'
Like Get Shorty but, well, not at all.
9. 'Radio City Christmas Spectacular'
If you've never had the chance to see The Rockettes in real life, this is the second best way to see their famous "Christmas Spectacular."
10. 'Christmas In The Smokies'
A Christmas miracle in the Smokey Mountains, it's Hallmark perfection.
11. 'Believe'
For anyone who's a sucker for Christmas magic, this one is a great choice.
12. 'Mickey's Once Upon A Christmas'
What could be more classic than Mickey Mouse and the gang?
13. 'The Legend Of Frosty The Snowman'
Think of this one as an update to the 1969 Frosty movie.
14. 'Holiday Baggage'
It's a movie about a Christmas wedding... and a Christmas divorce.
15. 'White Christmas'
This may be the most classic Christmas movie that Netflix has to offer.
16. 'A Christmas Kiss'
Romance and the holidays go together like snow and cold.
17. 'Bad Santa'
This raunchy comedy with Billy Bob Thornton and Lauren Graham is a facet of Christmas.
18. 'The Spirit Of Christmas'
For everyone who is not completely done with Halloween, this one invovles ghosts.
19. 'The Ref'
Denis Leary, Kevin Spacey, and Christine Baranski star in this unlikely heist movie.
20. 'Santa's Apprentice'
Who wouldn't want to work for Santa?
21. 'Bad Santa 2'
Bad Santa is back, this time with Kathy Bates.
22. 'Are We There Yet?'
Another title of this film could be "Murphy's Law," and that's why it's so funny.
23. 'Black Mirror: White Christmas'
The Christmas episode of Black Mirror is seriously creepy, and as usual, Jon Hamm produces an excellent performance.
24. 'Happy Christmas'
This indie movie starring Anna Kendrick and Lena Dunham captures family dysfunction that the holiday season tends to heighten.
25. 'Mickey's Twice Upon A Christmas'
There's really never too much Mickey.
26. 'Christmas In The City'
Ashanti stars in this Lifetime movie that you won't want to miss.
27. 'Bojack Horseman Christmas Special'
Bojack and "cheer" don't exactly mesh well together.
28. 'So This Is Christmas'
Yes, there's a Christmas movie with Vivica A. Fox on Netflix. Go forth and watch.
29. 'A Christmas Prince'
Yes, like, a real prince.
30. 'Dear Santa'
Single for the holidays? You're not alone.
31. 'Naughty And Nice'
This movie is everything nice.
32. 'Curious George A Very Monkey Christmas'
The greatest monkey/man duo is back for this heartwarming Christmas special.
33. 'The Christmas Project'
An anti-bullying project leads to a happy holiday.
34. 'Christmas Belle'
Haylie Duff stars in this romance-focused holiday movie.
35. 'Small Town Santa'
This movie might make you believe in Santa again.
36. 'The Nightmare Before Christmas'
Sure, it could be considered a Halloween movie, but Christmas plays an important part of it so it counts.
37. 'How Sarah Got Her Wings'
When Sarah gets hit by a car, the movie has only begun.
38. 'A Christmas Horror Story'
Thsi one is another great choice for people who want to watch horror movies all year round.
39. 'Pee-Wee's Playhouse: Christmas Special'
Another classic.
40. 'Casper's Haunted Christmas'
Casper is a friendly ghost, and this childrens movie will remind you of why you loved him in the first place.
41. 'The Christmas Bunny'
Animal-lovers, this one is a tear-jerker, so get the tissues ready.
42. 'Pete's Christmas'
Sometimes, Christmas isn't so joyful after all, and nobody knows that better than Pete.
43. 'The Magic Snowflake'
This French film has some of the most gorgeous animation you'll ever see.
44. 'Thomas & Friends: Merry Christmas Thomas'
If you have kids, this Christmas special is the perfect family pick.
45. 'Marvel Superhero Adventures: Frost Fight'
Kids and adults can love this movie, too.
46. 'My Dad Is Scrooge'
Did you ever imagine what would happen if Scrooge had a family?
47. 'Tree Man'
A documentary about a man who sells Christmas trees in Manhattan wil get you in the holiday spirit.
Honorable Mentions:
'The Santa Clause 1, 2, And 3'
As of Dec. 1, all of the Santa Clause movies will be available for your enjoyment. It's the most festive cautionary tale about what happens when you don't read the fine print.
'Mean Girls'
It's worth watching during the holidays just for the "Jingle Bell Rock" scene.
DreamWorks' 'Home: For The Holidays'
On Dec. 1, a new Christmas special with your favorite Home characters hits Netflix.
'Gremlins'
Technically, it is a Christmas movie.
'Mariah Carey's Merriest Christmas'
It's only 38 minutes long, but it's everything you could ever want from a Mariah Carey Christmas special.
Enjoy cozying up by the Netflix yule log — or any of these great shows and movies.
