by Caryl Teh

Did you like “Festive Movie Watchlist Part 1”? Here are 7 more delightful productions to really get you in the festive mood. Grab some snacks, get comfortable on your sofa, and let’s get started!

A Classic

It’s a Wonderful Life

No Christmas watchlist wouldn’t be complete with this classic. Frank Capra’s iconic film isn’t just one of the best Christmas movies of all time — it’s one of the best movies ever made, period. It’s a Wonderful Life was nominated for six Academy Awards and ranks #11 on the American Film Institute’s original list of the 100 Greatest American Films of All Time.

A teaser quote: “Remember, George: no man is a failure who has friends.” – Clarence

 

 

Now For A Sprinkle of Romcom Magic

The Holiday

Warning: This romantic comedy about a pair of house-swappers that fall in love abroad might make you want to spend next Christmas in a charming English cottage.

 

 

 

 

While You Were Sleeping

A lonely transit worker saves her crush from an oncoming train, accidentally implies to hospital workers that she is his fiance, then finds herself in a love triangle with her crush’s brother. Yup, it’s good. You should see it.

 

 

 

 

By Netflix

Klaus

This Netflix original about a postman who befriends a reclusive toymaker is a great family Christmas film — especially with the beautiful animation that will leave you really feeling the holiday magic.

 

 

 

 

Other Festive Favourites

Jingle All the Way

Starring Arnold Schwarzenegger and Sinbad as dads competing to get their sons the most popular Christmas toy of the year, this movie is as silly — and fun — as it sounds.

 

 

 

 

Die Hard

Is Die Hard a Christmas film? We say yes. This action flick about an office Christmas party taken over by terrorists is sure to add a bit of adrenaline to your holiday. Yippee-ki-yay!

 

 

 

 

A Charlie Brown Christmas

In this timeless cartoon, Charlie Brown seeks out the true meaning of Christmas with the help of his friends, his curious dog and one tiny (yet strong) Christmas tree.

A teaser quote: “I never thought it was such a bad little tree. It’s not bad at all, really. Maybe it just needs a little love.” – Linus Van Pelt

 

 

We hope over this year-end you get to spend much quality time with your loved ones and enjoy some laughs over great food and festive feature films together. Stay safe, and happy holidays, everyone!

Sources:
Good Housekeeping
Rotten Tomatoes
Warner Bros
Variety