As the holiday season approaches, many people are preparing for the festivities and joy by watching their favorite holiday movies. Here are some of the best movies to watch with your family while opening presents and drinking hot cocoa!

• How the Grinch Stole Christmas

This popular movie is the story of how the Grinch tries to cancel Christmas by stealing everyone’s presents. He sneaks into their homes when they are asleep and takes all the presents for himself. This film is a classic comedy for the holiday season that all ages can enjoy. 

• Home Alone

This film is about a young boy named Kevin who is left at home when his parents and relatives leave for the airport. He was in the attic and they forgot to take him with them. Kevin then has to protect his house when two men plan to come and rob his house. People across the globe have loved this movie for years, with all the funny characters and scenes it has to offer. 

• Elf

This holiday comedy is about Buddy the Elf and his journey from the North Pole to New York City to find his dad. With so many funny lines and scenes throughout the movie, this one is perfect for the whole family.

• The Polar Express

The Polar Express is about a young boy who gets on a train on Christmas Eve that takes him to the North Pole. He embarks on his adventurous journey and sees all these wonders of life that he didn’t know existed. So many people love this movie and the animations that perfectly represent the true meaning of Christmas. 

• The Nightmare Before Christmas

This movie is one that could be considered a Halloween movie or Christmas movie. It’s the story of Jack Skellington and his mission to bring Christmas to his home after discovering Christmas Town. Jack is the head of Halloween Town, and bringing Christmas to his home causes confusion among everyone. You and your family can watch this movie during Halloween or Christmas, and it’s the one that so many people enjoy.