The Best Kids Christmas Movies to Watch in 2024

” A hilarious family comedy that follows Buddy, a human raised by elves at the North Pole, on his journey to find his true identity in New York City. “

The magical tale of a young boy who embarks on a breathtaking adventure aboard the Polar Express train to the North Pole.

A Christmas comedy that follows the misadventures of young Kevin McCallister who finds himself home alone during the festive season, and has to defend his home from two bumbling burglars. 

One year after Kevin McCallister was left home alone at Christmas, he finds himself stranded in New York City with the wet bandits hot on his heels.

THE must-watch Christmas film for children that showcases the story of the Grinch and his transformation from a grumpy creature to someone who learns the true meaning of Christmas. 

Cole’s department store in New York faces bankruptcy, so smash the next Christmas sale, the store picks a Santa look-a-like out of a crowd named Kris Kringle…could he be the REAL Santa?

Charles Dickens’s tale of Ebenezer Scrooge x Muppets mash-up.  Scrooge is held accountable for his ways by the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Future.

Siblings Kate and Teddy Pierce hatch a plan to catch Santa Claus on camera on Christmas Eve, but it turns into the most magical Christmas journey.

Now a teen, Kate Pierce is reunited with Santa Claus when a mysterious troublemaking elf named Belsnickle trys to cancel Christmas forever.

A delightful animated adaptation of Dr. Seuss’ beloved story about the grumpy Grinch who attempts to steal Christmas from the cheerful residents of Whoville.  

Arthur (son of Santa) sets out on a mission with Grandsanta to get a missed Christmas present to a young girl with less than two hours until to Christmas Day.

Howard Langston, a father who neglects his family has to find his son the most wanted Christmas gift of the year a Turbo Man action figure, on Christmas Eve!

Two dads compete to be the best father and make this Christmas the best yet by getting their hands on the season’s hottest toy, Harrison the Talking Bear.

Santa Claus’ older brother Fred, needs money.  Although he’s fiercely jealous of his brother, he has no choice but to ask him for a loan. Santa agrees to help..for a favour!

Bernard D. Elf is the only one who can stop an invasion of the North Pole by using the secret TimeGlobe, which allows him to travel back in time to Save Santa – twice.

Nikolas, An ordinary young boy sets out on a snowy adventure in search of his father who is on a quest to discover the fabled village of the elves, Elfhelm.

Charlie Brown is Depressed at the commercialism he sees around him during the festive period, which encourages him to find a deeper meaning to Christmas.

Smeerensburg’s new postman, Jesper, befriends toymaker Klaus, and their gifts melt an age-old feud and deliver a sleigh full of holiday traditions.

Scott Calvin accidentally kills Santa, which activates ‘the Santa clause’. He finds himself magically recruited to take his place, and there’s nothing he can do about it!

It’s been 8 years since Scott Calvin took over the role of Santa Claus, but a further clause means it might come to an end if he doesn’t find a Mrs. Claus.

Just as Santa Claus has the North Pole running smoothly, the evil Jack Frost starts making trouble, with a plan to sabotage the toy factory & Santas role

When Buddy moves into the neighbourhood and decorates his house for the holidays so brightly that it can be seen from space, neighbour Steve Finch isn’t happy!

A heartbroken primary school teacher’s little white lie about Hollywood coming to his school to see his class’ nativity play grows like wildfire.

Legendary toymaker Jeronicus Jangles from the vibrant town of Cobbleton,  has his most prized creation stolen by his most trusted apprentice – can he get it back?

The magical animated adventure about a boy who makes a Snowman on Christmas Eve, that comes to life and takes him on an adventure to the North Pole to meet Santa.

After the death of his beloved dog, a young boy moves into the house where the snowman was built.  He rebuilds him and fashions a snowdog out of the excess snow.

After telling Donkey “Ogres don’t celebrate Christmas”, Shrek eventually caves in for his family but decides to prepare for Christmas in his own ” ogre” way!

A dad determined to win the neighbourhood’s annual Christmas decorating contest makes a pact with an elf to help him win – But he neglects to read the small print!

Disney’s animated version of Charles Dickens’ classic novel about a Victorian-era miser taken on a journey of self-redemption, by three Christmas ghosts.

Young Ralphie Parker attempts to convince his parents, teacher, and Santa Claus that a Red Ryder Range 200 Shot BB gun is the perfect Christmas gift.

Wayne’s new rookie partner Lanny has to remind him of the Spirit of Christmas and the importance of being an elf in Santa’s Prep and Landing elite unit.

A young farm girl finds a wounded reindeer she believes is one of Santa’s, she nurses it hoping to bring it back to health in time for Christmas.  

After finding out he’s on Santa’s Naughty List, Andy pulls together a group of “naughty list” kids to get the presents they think they deserve.

A funny, heart-warming story about the power of family and the innocent desire of Angela, a child who wants to ensure everyone is safe, warm and loved at Christmas.

Angela’s Christmas Wish is the sequel to the much loved Angela’s Christmas, this time Angela sets out to reunite her family in time for Christmas.

Santa Claus is arrested and jailed after crash landing and hiding out in a shed, so a recently paroled prisoner and his son attempt to save Christmas before it’s too late.

Netflix version of the cult classic with a supernatural, time-travelling, musical adaptation of Charles Dickens’s cult Christmas story in gorgeous animation. 

Three tales of Christmas past including Donald’s nephew’s day on repeat, Max Goof’s belief in Santa being challenged, and Mickey and Minnie making ends meet.

At the North Pole, Santa Claus and his chief dog Santa Paws worry as the whole toy processing system is threatened by the weakening of its magical power source.

Luther and Nora Krank are skipping Christmas this year, much to the horror of their neighbours. Then daughter Blair decides to come home last minute causing chaos!

A brave donkey breaks free and meets up with some new friends who become accidental heroes in the greatest story ever told – the first Christmas!

After losing an entire town’s letters to Santa, two junior Elves have to leave the North Pole for the first time to retrieve every missing wish before Christmas Eve.

A single dad despises Christmas due to a painful childhood memory. When he meets a man who helps him understand the joy and magic of Christmas.

Santa has an accident in New York City and loses his memory. Eli and Eddy, an elf dog, set out to save Santa and his companion Paws – thus saving Christmas!

After a shock announcement by Blitzen, who has announced his retirement, a miniature horse has 3 days to earn a spot on Santa’s team at the North Pole try-outs.

A selfish, scrooge-like television executive sacks an employee on Christmas Eve, only to find himself haunted by three spirits bearing lessons of his future.

Charlie Brown is Depressed at the commercialism he sees around him during the festive period, which encourages him to find a deeper meaning to Christmas.

A Christmas-themed spin-off from “Frozen (2013)” where Olaf sets off on a journey to find or create a new Christmas tradition, with often disastrous results. 

Siblings Ethan and Hallie want to spend Christmas with their separated parents by bringing them back together. For this, they make some rather hilarious plans.

Rudolph’s father is one of Santa’s reindeer and it is expected that Rudolph will be one too. However, his unusual feature causes him to be ostracized – his red nose