If you’re a fan of the holiday comedy genre, then you probably love Jingle All the Way. This Arnold Schwarzenegger classic combines humor, family values, and a festive spirit. If you’re looking for more movies that capture the same holiday magic, here are 12 films you should definitely check out.
1. Home Alone
Home Alone is a timeless holiday comedy featuring Macaulay Culkin as Kevin McCallister, a young boy who is accidentally left behind when his family goes on vacation. Kevin must protect his home from two bumbling burglars, played by Joe Pesci and Daniel Stern.
2. Elf
In Elf, Will Ferrell stars as Buddy, a human raised by elves at the North Pole. Discovering his true identity, Buddy travels to New York City to find his biological father, played by James Caan, and spread Christmas cheer.
3. The Santa Clause
The Santa Clause stars Tim Allen as Scott Calvin, a man who inadvertently becomes Santa Claus after a mishap on Christmas Eve. As he takes on his new role, Scott must navigate the challenges of spreading joy and managing his personal life.
4. National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation
Chevy Chase leads the cast in National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation, a hilarious take on holiday family gatherings. The film follows Clark Griswold as he attempts to create the perfect Christmas for his family, despite a series of comedic mishaps.
5. The Polar Express
The Polar Express is an animated adventure featuring the voice of Tom Hanks. The story follows a young boy who embarks on a magical train ride to the North Pole, discovering the true spirit of Christmas along the way.
6. How the Grinch Stole Christmas
Jim Carrey stars in How the Grinch Stole Christmas, a live-action adaptation of the Dr. Seuss classic. The Grinch, a green, misanthropic creature, plans to ruin Christmas for the residents of Whoville, only to have his heart changed by the holiday spirit.
7. A Christmas Story
In A Christmas Story, young Ralphie Parker dreams of receiving a Red Ryder BB gun for Christmas. The film, set in the 1940s, humorously depicts his quest to convince his parents, teachers, and even Santa Claus that the gift is a good idea.
8. Scrooged
Scrooged is a modern retelling of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol, starring Bill Murray as Frank Cross, a cynical television executive. Frank’s life is turned upside down when he is visited by three ghosts on Christmas Eve, leading to a comedic and heartfelt transformation.
9. Deck the Halls
Deck the Halls features Danny DeVito and Matthew Broderick as neighbors engaged in a fierce competition to outdo each other with their Christmas decorations. The rivalry escalates into a series of hilarious antics, making it a fun holiday watch.
10. Fred Claus
Fred Claus stars Vince Vaughn as Fred, the troublemaking brother of Santa Claus, played by Paul Giamatti. When Fred is forced to move to the North Pole, he disrupts Santa’s operations, leading to a series of comedic events that ultimately bring the brothers closer.
11. Christmas with the Kranks
In Christmas with the Kranks, Tim Allen and Jamie Lee Curtis play a couple who decide to skip Christmas and go on a cruise instead. Their plans are disrupted when their daughter announces a last-minute visit, forcing them to scramble to create a festive celebration.
12. Four Christmases
Four Christmases stars Reese Witherspoon and Vince Vaughn as a couple who must visit all four of their divorced parents on Christmas Day. The film humorously depicts the chaos and challenges of navigating multiple family gatherings in one day.
Enjoy these festive films that capture the same humor and heart as Jingle All the Way!
