Tag Archives: christmas films

Surprise! Instant Xmas Carol (TBS) Rated TV-14

Posted on October 20, 2022 by laurarachel4

Celebrity carolers go around the country to find people who need cheering up. They surprise them with a new rendition of a classic Christmas song. Starring Conan O’Brien, Rashida Jones, and Charles Barkley. This show, at first glance, looks like … Continue reading →

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DreamWorks Holiday Classics (2011) Rated UR

Posted on October 15, 2022 by laurarachel4

The classic holiday stories feature the characters of Shrek, How to Train Your Dragon, and Madagascar. Starring Ben Stiller, David Schwimmer, Chris Rock, Jada Pinkett Smith, Jay Baruchel, and Gerard Butler. This holiday classic includes Christmas tales from each of … Continue reading →

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Dreamworks Happy Holidays from Madagascar (Netflix) Rated TV-PG

Posted on October 13, 2022 by laurarachel4

This series has the characters of Madagascar celebrate both Valentine’s and Christmas-themed stories. Starring Jung Hyun Kim, Ben Stiller, Jada Pinkett Smith, and Chris Rock. The series includes three of Madagascar’s short films that revolve around the holidays. It’s good … Continue reading →

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A Family Reunion Christmas (2019) Rated NR

Posted on October 11, 2022 by laurarachel4

The McKellans celebrate the holiday season with family, forgiveness, and empathy. Starring Tia Mowry-Hardrict, Anthony Alabi, and Talia Jackson. This is a short Christmas TV Special. I haven’t watched the series before, but while the family gets together for the … Continue reading →

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Second Star to the Left (2001) Rated NR

Posted on October 10, 2022 by laurarachel4

A hamster, a rabbit, and a guinea pig are on a journey to deliver a present that was lost by Santa. Starring Hugh Laurie, Barbara Windsor, and Mark Williams. This short story about the Christmas season is cute. The little … Continue reading →

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Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town (1970) Rated TV-G

Posted on September 29, 2022 by laurarachel4

A mailman tells the story of how we got Santa Claus. Based on the song from 1934 by Eddie Cantor. Starring Fred Astaire, Mickey Rooney, and Keenan Wynn. This film is one that should be a tradition every year at … Continue reading →

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One Starry Christmas (2014) Rated TV-G

Posted on September 24, 2022 by laurarachel4

Holly travels by bus to meet her boyfriend for Christmas but along the way, she meets a cowboy. Starring Sarah Carter, Damon Runyan, and Paul Popowich. This is a typical Hallmark Christmas romance film so the script isn’t the best. … Continue reading →

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Nestor, the Long-Eared Christmas Donkey (1977) Rated TV-G

Posted on September 22, 2022 by laurarachel4

An outcast donkey in Roman Judea finds his destiny on the way to Bethlehem. Starring Roger Miller, Brenda Vaccaro, and Paul Frees. This is one of the lesser-known Rankin/Bass productions. Although, it is one of my favorites during the holiday … Continue reading →

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My Friends Tigger and Pooh – Super Sleuth Christmas Movie (2007) Rated NR

Posted on September 20, 2022 by laurarachel4

Pooh and friends try to rescue Santa’s trainee reindeer, Holly. Starring Dee Bradley Baker, Mikaila Baumel, and Kimberlea Berg. This film was made for kids, and it’s an extended episode of the series, My Friends Tigger and Pooh. The animation … Continue reading →

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The Year Without a Santa Claus (1974) Rated TV-G

Posted on August 19, 2022 by laurarachel4

When a weary and tired Santa Claus thinks about canceling Christmas, Mrs. Claus and the elves set out to change his mind. Starring Shirley Booth, Mickey Rooney, and Dick Shawn. This is one of the Rankin/Bass productions that is just … Continue reading →

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