It’s the most wonderful time of the year. So, we’ve picked out our favourite films to get into the Christmas spirit.
Grab your mince pies and mulled wine, and put your feet up for a festive Netflix and chill.
OWEN’S TOP PICK: ELF
Is it even Christmas if you don’t watch Elf?!
Believed to be an elf, Buddy is raised in the North Pole. After discovering he’s actually a human, he embarks on a journey to New York in search of his biological father.
Expect iconic scenes and hilarious one-liners. The family favourite can be watched on Amazon Prime, NowTV, and Apple TV.
GUS’ TOP PICK: THE SANTA CLAUSE
A Christmas crisis leaves ordinary Dad, Scott, with no choice but to become the next Santa.
After slipping on the famous red suit and spending the rest of the night delivering gifts, the reindeer take him on an adventure to the North Pole.
Over the coming months, he puts on the pounds and grows a thick white beard, whilst trying to keep his secret safe from a suspicious ex-wife.
You can catch this Christmas classic on Amazon Prime, Disney+, and Apple TV.
IZZY’S TOP PICK: LOVE ACTUALLY
The multi-award-winning Christmas rom-com with an all-star cast.
Following nine intertwining stories over the festive season, the film tells the tales of the highs and lows of love. And yes, we’re still salty about Harry (Alan Rickman) doing Karen (Emma Thompson) dirty…
Love Actually can be streamed on Netflix, Amazon Prime, and Apple TV.
HARRY’S TOP PICK: NATIONAL LAMPOON’S CHRISTMAS VACATION
A Christmas comedy with a domino of disasters.
The Griswolds plan for a family Christmas like no other, before their festivities take a turn for the worse. A Christmas tree in flames, an electrocuted cat, and a kidnapped boss — what more could possibly go wrong?!
Press play on Amazon Prime, NowTV, and Apple TV.
EMILIA’S TOP PICK: HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS
With a plan to ruin Christmas, the revenge-seeking Grinch sets on his way to spoil Whoville’s celebrations.
Cindy Lou, a young girl who believes in the magic of Christmas, makes it her mission to change the Grinch’s mind. Will he have a change of heart?
Catch The Grinch on Amazon Prime, NowTV, and Apple TV.
TOM’S TOP PICK: THE NIGHT BEFORE
Three best friends. One tradition.
Ethan, Isaac and Chris are best mates who spend every Christmas Eve together. Before calling quits on their decade-long ritual, they head to NYC’s craziest party, the Nutcracker Ball, for one final blowout. Cue the chaos.
Watch this Christmas comedy on Amazon Prime, NowTV, and Apple TV.