Sure, eggnog and presents are crucial, but it wouldn’t be the holidays without these festive flicks playing on repeat. From all-time classics that tug at the heartstrings to a few newcomers that’ll have everyone laughing, these are the must-have flicks for a very merry movie marathon.

1. The Polar Express
   This holiday blockbuster pulls me in with its spellbinding scenery – similar to the book’s illustrations, which I loved growing up.
2. Home Alone
   Not only is this John Hughes classic hilarious, the dysfunctional McCallister clan always makes me feel better about my own slightly (okay, very) weird family.
3. It’s a Wonderful Life
   Simply put, this touching holiday classic warms my heart better than a cup of hot chocolate.
4. A Christmas Story
   I triple-dog-dare you not to like this classic flick.
5. White Christmas
   With Bing “Mr. Christmas” Crosby himself, this holiday film is as charming as the beloved song.
6. Love Actually
   Not only does it have a killer soundtrack, this romantic comedy reminds us that the holidays are about love, family, second chances, and making memories.
7. Miracle on 34th Street
   No one does Kris Kringle better than Edmund Gwenn in this 1947 classic. Whenever I think of Santa Claus, he still comes to mind.
8. Elf
   Ron Burgundy, Ricky Bobby, Buddy the Elf – when it comes to comedy, Will Ferrell can do no wrong (at least in my book). And when it comes to picking a favorite, Buddy takes the maple-syrup-covered cake every time.
9. A Charlie Brown Christmas
   It’s a tradition – I fall in love with Charlie Brown and his sad little Christmas tree in this anti-commercialism classic year after year.
10. The Santa Clause
    This Disney favorite is a movie the whole family can enjoy – and then rent sequels two and three.

By Keriann Coffey, Associate Blog Editor

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