Christmas is a truly special moment, surrounded by a warm atmosphere that brings to mind the beautiful memories of past celebrations. Christmas movies play a significant role in this enchantment, evoking memories of our childhood holidays.
To bring back those memories, how about revisiting some of the Christmas movies we watched as kids? Below, we list the five most nostalgic Christmas films that marked our childhood and that you can watch on the main streaming platforms.
Nostalgic Christmas movies
Available to Disney+ subscribers.
This family-friendly holiday comedy stars none other than action star Arnold Schwarzenegger. The cast also includes Sinbad, Phil Hartman, Rita Wilson, Robert Conrad, Martin Mull, Jake Lloyd and Jim Belushi.
In the plot, a father always busy with work (Schwarzenegger) neglects the needs of his son (Lloyd). Determined to make up for his absence, the man promises to give the boy the most desired toy of the season. However, he discovers that the toy is sold out in all stores and begins a desperate search across the city to find it.
Available to Disney+ subscribers.
An Afternoon Session classic, Home Alone is a holiday comedy written and produced by John Hughes (“Curtindo a Vida Adoidado” and “Clube dos Cinco”) and directed by Chris Columbus. The film stars Macaulay Culkin, accompanied by Joe Pesci, Daniel Stern, John Heard and Catherine O’Hara.
In the plot, Kevin (Culkin), an 8-year-old boy, ends up accidentally left alone at home when his family leaves for Christmas vacation. Initially enjoying his freedom, the boy finds himself in trouble when two thieves (Pisces and Stern) try to enter his house. Now he has to look after himself.
Available to HBO Max subscribers.
Under the direction of Joe Dante, “Gremlins” is a classic of 1980s Christmas movies. Mixing fantasy, science fiction, adventure and a lot of humor, the film stars Zach Galligan, Phoebe Cates, Hoyt Axton, Polly Holliday and Frances Lee McCain.
In the plot, an inventor gives an unusual Christmas gift to his young son: an adorable and intelligent little monster called Mogwai. However, to care for the creature, it is necessary to strictly follow three rules to avoid major inconveniences. However, when these rules are not followed, Mogwai give rise to chaotic and disorderly creatures, Gremlins.
Available for Amazon Prime Video and Globoplay subscribers.
The adaptation of Dr. Seuss’ classic children’s book, “The Grinch” is a Christmas fantasy film starring Jim Carrey.
The film tells the story of the Grinch (Carrey), a green, furry and evil creature who lives on an isolated mountain in Quemlândia, where the citizens love Christmas.
However, the Grinch deeply despises that date and decides to ruin the celebration for the citizens. However, a girl from Quemlândia decides to be friends with him.
Available to Disney+ subscribers.
Animation that uses the stop motion technique, “The Nightmare Before Christmas” is a gothic Christmas musical directed by Henry Selick and produced by Tim Burton.
The story follows Jack, a bored skeleton who is the Halloween King in Halloween Town. However, his life takes an unexpected turn when he discovers a portal to Christmas and becomes captivated by the joy of the holidays. However, his distorted interpretation of the Christmas spirit leads him to convince the inhabitants of his town to kidnap Santa Claus and create their own Christmas.
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