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There’s always something magical about a classic movie that refuses to age. It feels like the filmmakers have found the fountain of youth while the rest of the world scrambles for anti-aging creams. These classics aren’t just “old” movies; they’re the truest cinematic time capsules that still feel fresh, exciting, and oddly relevant. Take Casablanca, does romance get any cooler than Humphrey Bogart’s effortless swagger? Or The Godfather, where every line could double as life advice.

And yes, of course, how can we forget Psycho, which is still making people second-guess their shower curtain choices decades later? Honestly, the beauty of these timeless classics lies in their ability to connect with every generation. We’ve got themes of love, fear, ambition, and triumph that never go out of style, and neither do unforgettable characters or sharp dialogue. Doesn’t watching Roman Holiday feel like a warm hug from an old friend,...

There is no doubt that one’s life can change after they make it in Hollywood. For many, it is their dream to make it in the film industry. Once you land a major role, you can see that you’ve got the world at your feet: red-carpet events, blockbuster deals, and a bank account that most people can only dream about. It is the type of success that can change people’s lives.

But here is the thing–Hollywood is not everyone’s cup of tea. Sure, some stars go on to become fan favorites and build legacies, but it also puts the spotlight on them all the time, a price to pay for fame, which everyone might not enjoy. After getting a taste of the industry, we might see some chase Oscars and box office success, but there are also people who find a calling in something else.

Disney is planning to vacate the Fox Studio Lot by the end of the year as it looks to bring its Los Angeles-based production teams closer together in Burbank, TheWrap has learned.

As part of Fox’s $71.3 billion deal with Disney in 2019, the former kept control of the 53-acre lot on Pico Boulevard in Century City and reached a seven-year leaseback deal with Disney to avoid production disruptions.

Over the past year, Disney Entertainment Television has been actively working to create a creative hub where its production teams can work more closely together, an insider familiar with the matter tells TheWrap. As part of the plan, Disney has decided to not renew its lease and its teams based at the Fox lot are in various stages of relocating to workplaces in Burbank, including the Disney Studio Lot. All moves are expected to be completed by the end of 2025.

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Disney is leaving the famed Fox Studio Lot amid plans to centralize production teams in Burbank.

Fox retained the 53-acre lot on Pico Boulevard in Century City as part of its $71.3 billion deal with Disney in 2019 for the bulk of assets owned by 21st Century Fox. It reached a seven-year leaseback with the entertainment giant to avoid disruption of productions shooting at the lot.

Over the past year, Disney’s TV arm has been bringing Los Angeles-based teams together in Burbank, with the goal streamlining services, according to a person familiar with the situation. As part of this plan, Disney isn’t renewing its lease with Fox. Teams based at the location are already relocating to workplaces in Burbank, where the company has its own studio lot, production services and office space. The company expects the move to be completed by the end of the year.

The move comes as...

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Frame by frame, audiences globally keep searching for a clear glimpse of Jurassic World Rebirth's "D. Rex," when the franchise's scariest monster has been hiding in plain sight for 32 years. Throughout the Jurassic Park series, filmmakers have tried to up the ante with bigger, scarier creatures designed to "scare the kids." Whether it is the T. rex, Spinosaurus, or the Indominus Rex, fans have always considered the dinosaurs with "more teeth" the deadliest within the franchise. However, the most dangerous, lethal, and, in some cases, tragic monster doesn't use his teeth to tear prey apart but rather to form them into a kindly smile.

In 1990, the late sci-fi author Michael Crichton transported readers to the fictitious Jurassic Park, a resort where living,...

This time of year, movie lovers have no shortage of Christmas classics from which to choose. From Rankin/Bass’ iconic animated specials to cinematic ventures, like Miracle on 34th Street, there are plenty of seasonal favorites to enjoy, especially for fans of Charles Dickens’ classic, A Christmas Carol. There are countless adaptations of the iconic tale, ranging from 1951’s Alastair Sim-led version to The Muppet Christmas Carol; it remains one of the most adapted stories of all time. One version, however, that often gets lost among Scrooge-y collections is 2004’s musical spin. Based upon the 1994 Broadway musical, this version holds nothing back. It’s filled with stars like Kelsey Grammer and Jane Krakowski and overflowing with drama, comedy, and lots of camp. But that’s exactly what makes it so good.

Take a look at these Christmas cuties and their lives now.Movieclips/YouTube; Rotten Tomatoes Classic Trailers/YouTubeDaniel Tay – 'Elf'Warner Bros. Entertainment/YouTube; Mega

Daniel Tay was 11 when he acted opposite Will Ferrell in 2003's Elf as Buddy's half-brother, Michael Hobbs. But after making American Splendor (2003) and Doogal (2006), he quit acting to take a drastically different path.

He graduated from Yale in 2014 with a degree in economics and became an Sat tutor and bilingual editor. Now 32, Tay volunteers at a New York hospital and still has an agent in case he's called on to make a comeback!

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From age 8 to 20, Eric Lloyd played Charlie Calvin in 1994's The Santa Clause and its two sequels.

Since then, the 38-year-old has added comedian, musician and producer to his résumé, and starred in the 2018 movie The Onyx of Wall Street. He partnered with...

Richard Curtis has only seen ‘Love Actually’ twice since it was released.The 68-year-old filmmaker’s 2003 film has become a festive must-see for many households but the director admitted it isn’t something he looks back on very often, and one of the only times he has seen it was a “ghastly” experience.He recently told new! magazine: “One time was ghastly, Emma told me there was a sing-along version – which it wasn’t – at an American cinema.“All the kids went with us. There were six other people in the cinema – two of them were there for warmth, two of them were there for sex. They said it was going to be like ‘Rocky Horror’.”Fortunately, the second screening holds much happier memories for Richard.He said: “The second time was with a live orchestra at Drury Lane and that was wonderful.“I made a speech beforehand and said...

It's the holiday season, and with it comes all of its attendant traditions. Keeping tradition is a useful and important part of life, as it reminds all of us who we are and how far we've come while reorienting us for the future. It allows for reflection, too, letting us re-examine and take stock of our institutions and traditions themselves, seeing how much value they retain while adjusting them if necessary. For many, 1988's "Die Hard" has become a staple holiday season viewing. Yet watching the film is a tradition that has begat a new tradition of its own: debating on social media whether "Die Hard" actually is a Christmas movie or not. For those of us eager to enjoy our annual viewing of director John McTiernan's action classic unadorned, this debate is a tradition we'd rather do away with, but it's sadly one that keeps returning every year.

The concept of the holiday movie began back in 1898 with G.A. Smith’s pioneering silent film Santa Claus. The first of its kind to show the depiction of Santa that only runs just shy over a minute.

Since then Hollywood has belted out an array of films that have either been true to the genre such as A Christmas Story; The Holiday; Miracle On 34th Street; Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey or films like Die Hard; Brazil, and Gremlins that have teetered on the edge of identifying as a holiday film.

Then there are the anti-holiday movies and the Christmas horrors. Subgenres of their own like the slasher Silent Night, Deadly Night, Black Christmas, and Christmas Evil, a John Waters favorite, so you are inclined to know what demented viewing you are in for.

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Everyone has their favorite on-screen Santa. Whether it's Ed Asner's gruff but warm Santa in 2003's Elf or Edmund Gwenn's immortal portrayal in 1947's Miracle on 34th Street, countless actors have donned the red and white suit. But one actor isn't often in that conversation, despite playing the role twice within a three-year span.

That actor is Jim Broadbent, one of the most recognizable British character actors who's lent his jovial sensibility to everything from Bridget Jones's Diary to the Harry Potter films. Broadbent first took a turn as Santa in vocal form in 2011's acclaimed animated adventure Arthur Christmas, before getting a chance to don the white beard three years later in 2014's Get Santa. The film was generally met with good reviews at the time, but has since largely disappeared into the stream of would-be Christmas classics.

Despite being largely overlooked, Get Santa is a...

’Twas the weekend before Christmas… With the holiday season upon us, many of us are starting to revisit some of our of Christmas favourites. I actually went to see a 4K re-release of the original Black Christmas last night here in Montreal. There’s something comforting upon returning to our old favourites every year, whether they be traditional Christmas classics, or perhaps something a little more modern, like Die Hard, which, despite many claiming otherwise, has totally established itself as a Christmas classic over the years.

Whatever the case, there are certainly Loads of Christmas movies, with everything from old-time classics like It’s A Wonderful Life or some of the many versions of A Christmas Carol (the Alistair Sim version is the best Imo), or something like Love Actually, which is virtually inescapable at this time of the year.

With that in mind, we’d love to figure out just...

With the holiday season in full swing, people are watching their favorite Christmas classics, like National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation, Miracle on 34th Street, Die Hard, and others. A more recent classic is Elf, the unexpected 2003 hit film starring Will Ferrell and directed by Jon Favreau. It's a highly quotable movie and full of fun and memorable scenes. One was supposed to be a quick, one-liner moment that ended up becoming a fan favorite. But Favreau had to fight to keep the scene in after the producers wanted to cut it.

The scene in question is when Buddy Elf (Ferrell) is sent to the mailroom by his biological father, Walter (played memorably by James Caan) to essentially get out of the way. While there, Buddy meets the way-older-than-he-looks "Mailroom Guy," played by character actor Mark Acheson. The moment between Buddy and Mailroom Guy was supposed to be short, but it grew into a hilarious,...

There is an entire catalog of holiday movies that are a tradition for viewers to rewatch every year. Titles like How the Grinch Stole Christmas, It's a Wonderful Life, Miracle on 34th Street, and more are wholesome iconic movies that teach the values of love and family at Christmas. Hallmark has built an entire brand around their seasonal selections that thrive on corny romances and feel-good stories. R-rated holiday movies kick down the door with their action, language, and explicit scenes all while counting down the days until Christmas. The most rewatchable of that batch shakes up the seasonal streaming with characters and premises for after the children are nestled all snug in their beds.

Fans of A Christmas Story will remember the snot-nosed bully Grover Dill, and the actor who plays him, Yano Anaya, must have had a great time on set, considering how he wanted to purchase the original A Christmas Story house. A Christmas Story is a classic of the Christmas movie canon and as much a part of the holidays as Home Alone, How the Grinch Stole Christmas, and Miracle on 34th Street. It's synonymous with the season and a heartwarming and hilarious tale about a young boy and his family's misadventures during Christmastime in the 1940s.

The third installment in the Parker family saga, which includes the first film in the series, The Phantom of the Open Hearth from 1976, and the latest film, A Christmas Story Christmas, which arrived in 2022. A Christmas Story is by far the most memorable movie in the holiday franchise, with incredible quotes, hilarious scenes, and lovable characters.

'Tis the season for watching holiday movies, and Amazon MGM Studios is delivering a brand new one in the Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson and Chris Evans-starring action-comedy, Red One. During a time when a big-budget movie is expected to be a sequel to a popular franchise, based on a comic book or video game, remake or reimagining of a beloved movie, or cashing in on 1980s or 1990s nostalgia, it makes this holiday-themed appear to be a risk, and one that didn't pay off at the box office.

Red One is a PG-13 action comedy where The Rock plays North Pole's head of security, Callum Drift, who enlists bounty hunter Jack O'Malley to help him find and rescue a kidnapped Santa Claus (played by J. K. Simmons). The big question about Red One is who the film was made for. There are a few things about the action comedy...

Although there is no shortage of Christmas movies out there, very few of them end up lasting a long time in the public consciousness. The last movie to truly prove itself long-term was the 2003 comedy "Elf," which is up there on most people's rewatch list every time the holidays come around. For the most part, though, our favorite Christmas movies are the older ones, like "Home Alone" (1990), "A Christmas Story" (1983), "A Christmas Carol" (1951), or "Miracle on 34th Street" (1947).

Before all of those was "It's a Wonderful Life," which came out in 1946 and is now considered the absolute best film the Christmas genre has to offer. With a score of 8.6 out of 10 on IMDb, the movie is ranked 21st among the site's top movies ever. In 2024, at least, nobody's got a bad thing to say about the film. It's a heartwarming story about a guy who learns to value the wonderful life he has,...

Movies play a pivotal role in many families' Christmas and holiday celebrations. To some people, it isn't truly Christmas until they've watched The Muppet Christmas Carol, Miracle on 34th Street, or It's a Wonderful Life with their family. However, there is one anime Christmas film that, despite being heavily praised by both critics and viewers, has failed to join the pantheon of quintessential Christmas films despite the film being a modern take on many of the themes found in popular Christmas classics.

Arriving on screens in 2003, Tokyo Godfathers has an all-star production team featuring many of the biggest names in the anime industry. It was directed and co-written by the legendary Satoshi Kon, who also wrote and directed modern classics like Millennium Actress and Paprika and directed the critically acclaimed Perfect Blue. The film's other writer was Keiko Nobumoto, who wrote the screenplay for Cowboy Bebop and its big-screen follow-up,...

Documentary about amateur theatre group’s take on classic horror film made available to wider audience

For anyone who is weary of the usual feelgood festive films – Love Actually, Elf, Miracle on 34th Street and so on – a more offbeat offering involving a bunch of bus drivers and a joyfully amateur retelling of the space horror Alien may just appeal.

The documentary Alien on Stage tells the unlikely story of how the bus drivers, plus friends and relatives, decided that rather than put on their usual pantomime they would have a bash at Ridley Scott’s classic – and how, despite shaky sets, dodgy special effects and uneven acting (to put it kindly), they ended up in London’s theatreland.

On November 15, 2024, Disney released a new animated original short film, An Almost Christmas Story, and it is the perfect thing to watch before a favorite Christmas movie. An Almost Christmas Story is one of several new exciting Christmas movies released in 2024, and it certainly does not disappoint. Written by David Lowery and directed by David Lowery and Jack Thorne, An Almost Christmas Story is about a small owl named Moon who embarks on a journey through New York City with a broken wing to find his father.

An Almost Christmas Story features a small cast of voice actors, including Jim Gaffigan, Mamoudou Athie, Natasha Lyonne, and John C. Reilly. The short animated film received an impressive 100% on Rotten Tomatoes, and it features four songs, including two original songs, all performed by John C. Reilly. Though it might be too soon to say whether it will become a Christmas movie classic,...

Exclusive: Plenty to be merry about at Freeform, thanks to the network’s 25 Days of Christmas.

The annual month-long event kicked off with Freeform’s most-watched week of the year in both total day and primetime from December 1 to 8. The viewership surge was led by Home Alone 2: Lost in New York, which was cable’s top movie of the month among adults 18-49.

Other top performers so far this month have been Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas, Home Alone and The Santa Clause 2.

Freeform’s 25 Days of Christmas is also doing particularly well among adults 18-34, women 18-34, men 18-34 and women 18-49, according to Nielsen data.

The network typically performs very well toward the end of the year with both 25 Days of Christmas and 31 Nights of Halloween in October, which both include a lineup of fan-favorite films to draw audiences in. In fact, Freeform’s previously...

The collection is stuffed with TV episodes and movies that will help put you in the spirit of the season.

Almost every streaming service has at least a small selection of holiday titles to watch, but as Christmas approaches many are putting their best, most festive feet forward. Paramount+ has rolled out its new “Tis the Season for Streaming” collection now, allowing subscribers to watch a specially curated lineup of TV shows and movies with Christmas and holiday themes.

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“Tis the Season for Streaming” is live now, and available in the “Collections” tab of Paramount+. Subscribers to both the ad-supported Essential tier for $8 per month,...

Home Alone is No. 1 on the Disney+ Top 10 chart in the United States, so there's reason to celebrate for those fans of "ya filthy animal." The must-see Christmas classic beat out not only the premiere of Jude Law's Star Wars: Skeleton Crew, but the holiday favorite outperformed the original Moana, too. The Goonies-eque Star Wars series checked in at No. 3, while all the hype surrounding Moana 2 inevitably played a part in Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson’s first go-round as Maui landing the No. 2 slot on the Top 10.

A number of other holiday hits filled out the Top 10, such as No. 4 The Polar Express, No 5. Home Alone 2: Lost in New York, No. 6 Mickey and the Very Many Christmases, and No. 8 The Santa Clause 2. Meanwhile, the box office blockbuster Deadpool & Wolverine came in at No. 7, while both The Lion King (1994) and the animated movie's 2019 CGI reimagining rounded out the...

One of the best ways to celebrate the start of the holiday season is by enjoying a nice, heartwarming Christmas movie. While there are many options, one of the most beloved holiday films is the 1946 Frank Capra classic, It's a Wonderful Life. Starring James Stewart, the iconic film tells the story of George Bailey. Just when George is at his lowest, his guardian angel reveals to him how drastically different the world would be if he had never existed. The film is a beautiful encapsulation of the holiday spirit and a valuable story about the importance of every life.

While the film will remain a life-long favorite for many, there are plenty of other classic Christmas movies that fans of It's a Wonderful Life may also find that they love. Some are quite popular in their own right, while some are underappreciated gems. Each one of these classic films features...

Peacock has plenty of classic and Christmas films arriving in December 2024, from its extension with Hallmark+ for extended cuts of Holiday Touchdown: A Chiefs Love Story and Three Wise Men and a Boy to the arrival of Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch Stole Christmas and two versions of Miracle on 34th Street.

New animated adventures also await the whole family with films like Ruby Gillman Teenage Kraken and Sing 2 when they arrive for streaming later on in the month.

Find the full list of what’s new on Peacock in December 2024 below:

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It’s time to cozy up and immerse yourself in the beloved melodies from classic holiday films – including from “Home Alone,” “Elf, “and “A Charlie Brown Christmas” – with “Cinemagic’s Holiday Movie Soundtracks” special. Listen to a festive mix of music and cherished film moments on the Xtra channel Cinemagic on the SiriusXM app.

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Plus, check out 25 Christmas movie soundtracks below. Note: the Cinemagic special and the list below include some different music).

25 Christmas Movie Soundtracks 25. The Polar Express (2004)

Composer: Alan Silvestri

This visually stunning film is accompanied by a soundtrack full of soaring orchestral music and seasonal classics. Alan Silvestri’s score, paired with the unforgettable vocals of Tom Hanks (who voices several characters in the film), creates an atmosphere of wonder and awe, making it a holiday favorite.

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The Peacock Holiday 2024 lineup includes over 300 titles! Catch classics like Miracle on 34th Street, I’ll Be Home for Christmas, and A Christmas Carol, as well as hits like Christmas at Dollywood and Holiday Touchdown: A Chiefs Love Story.

Peacock has the whole family covered with festive titles, like Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas, Peacock Original film Genie, and The Legend of Frosty the Snowman. Chilling thrillers like Krampus and Black Christmas are also available.

Stream into the spirit of the season with a wide array of holiday specials from familiar favorites like Parks and Recreation, New Girl, The Office and more to have you feeling merry and bright all month long. Peacock has an exclusive gift for fans of The Office when The Office Superfan Episodes Season 8 arrives on December 12.

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With the holiday season in full swing, lovers of all things merry and bright are flocking to streaming sites to watch some of their most beloved Christmas staples and favorite characters in honor of the festive time of year. Famous faces like Will Ferrell, Macaulay Culkin, and James Stewart are just a few of Hollywood's talented stars who graced these cherished hits, helping them become certified must-sees year-after-year.

From beloved modern marvels like Elf and How the Grinch Stole Christmas to timeless classics such as It's a Wonderful Life, Miracle on 34th Street, and A Charlie Brown Christmas, there is no shortage of acclaimed films to binge to celebrate the holidays. Let's check out where these celebrated staples are available to stream so you can kickstart your yuletide season right.

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New films arriving to Hulu in the month of December include those that came out in 2024 like Cuckoo, The Inheritance, Storm Crashers, Summer Camp, Flycatcher and more. Christmas favorite Elf arrived on the streamer at the end of November ahead of the holiday season, and Miracle on 34th Street (1994) started streaming on Hulu Dec. 1. Ben Stiller’s new film Nutcrackers also provides a more modern Christmas story.

Beloved classic films coming to Hulu this moth include Cheaper By the Dozen and Cheaper By the Dozen 2, Cast Away and all four Twilight films among others. Ridley Scott’s first Gladiator film will be available to stream starting Dec. 2.

Find the full list of what’s new on Hulu this December 2024 below:

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Paramount’s free streaming service, Pluto TV, has revealed its December highlights. The Pluto TV December 2024 lineup includes the “Season’s Greetings” category, which features festive TV and movies all month long on channels like Pluto TV Christmas, Hallmark Movies and More Holiday Favorites.

Special programming, like a Hanukah Menorah and Kwanzaa Kinara on the service’s Crackling Fireplace channel, will also be available. Be sure to check out new channels such as Dinos 24/7 and The Twilight Zone as well.

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This December, Pluto TV is serving up a sleigh-load of Christmas classics, holiday episodes, movies and more. Don’t miss their “Season’s Greetings” category,...

If you’re trying to find the perfect movie to watch on Thanksgiving, you’ve come to the right place. We’ve all been there – you’re overstuffed, tired, but not quite ready to nap. Just waiting around for “pie o’clock” doesn’t sound too appetizing, but finding a nice movie to watch with the family can be a great way to relax, especially if it’s one most of you have seen before.

Below, we’ve rounded up some of the best Thanksgiving movies to watch during the holiday. They range from stone-cold classics where the plot actually revolves around Thanksgiving to more Thanksgiving-lite fare that still scratches that itch. So pick one from our selection below and you won’t regret it.

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Once the plates are cleared and the leftovers are packed, it’s time to settle in for a Thanksgiving movie tradition.

After all, there’s no better way to wind down than with a film that brings a little extra joy to the holiday.

From heartwarming family classics to laugh-out-loud road-trip comedies, these films capture the essence of the season — family, friendship, and maybe a little holiday chaos.

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Perfect for unwinding with loved ones, this list has something for everyone to enjoy after the feast, keeping the holiday spirit alive with laughs, nostalgia, and a touch of adventure.

So grab a cozy spot, pass the popcorn, and let the post-Thanksgiving movie marathon begin!

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These timeless films bring warmth, nostalgia, and a touch of magic to the Thanksgiving season.

Perfect for all ages, they’re the kind of movies that make you feel right at home,...

With the holiday season fast approaching, it is almost time to revisit beloved Christmas films, and plenty of people may find themselves turning to Disney to scratch that itch. Many of the best Christmas films are nostalgic and timeless, reminding us of family traditions, past holiday memories, and lessons of goodwill. Whether Christmas or not, Disney is a studio that excels at making movies with these themes.

The studio, one of the oldest and most prevalent in Hollywood, has created several popular holiday films, from classic holiday movies like Miracle on 34th Street to newer projects like Noelle, with its delightful cast. At times, they have even used the holiday season to bring back well-loved Disney characters for Christmas specials, whether it be full-length films or Disney's great holiday and winter shorts. However, some of the studio's best holiday projects have a few things in common: beloved characters, important life lessons,...

It can often feel like Christmas movies are dominated by the classics, with many a 21st-century offering struggling to compete with the likes of It's a Wonderful Life, Miracle on 34th Street, and the many versions of A Christmas Carol. Alas, one such movie to become underrated thanks to the nostalgia-weighted festive period is Sarah Smith's Arthur Christmas. Boasting an impressive certified fresh 92% on review aggregator Rotten Tomatoes, as well as an audience score of 77%, Arthur Christmas can be fairly considered a modern holiday classic based on quality, and perhaps deserves better mention when discussing the greats.

Thanksgiving is a holiday that has not necessarily generated many all-time classics, as there are far more films set over the course of the Halloween season or during Christmastime. Halloween means that horror movie fans have a wealth of options to choose from each year, and there are plenty of all-time classics set during Christmas, such as Its A Wonderful Life, Miracle on 34th Street, Eyes Wide Shut, Love Actually, Home Alone, Die Hard, and White Christmas among many others.

Peacock has announced the lineup of movies, TV shows, and live sports that will be available on the streaming service in December. The Peacock December 2024 schedule includes The Day of the Jackal season finale, Girls Gone Wild: The Untold Story, Laid, Paris & Nicole: The Encore, and Speak No Evil.

You can deck the halls with Peacock’s lineup of over 300 holiday titles and new Hallmark programming hitting streaming next day. Peacock also has an exclusive gift for fans of The Office when The Office Superfan Episodes: Season 8 arrives on December 12. Revisit the beloved comedy with extended laughs and never-before-seen antics from the Dunder Mifflin gang.

The streaming service a gift for Premier League fans as well. Following its successful launch during the 2024 Paris Olympics, Peacock’s Multiview feature will kick off for Premier League matches starting on December 4.

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Last month saw streaming platforms settle into their annual cozy season with new fall TV shows and autumn film favorites. This December, Hulu and Disney+ are hunkering down with premieres for several animated TV series, a solid selection of holiday fare, and feel-good movies both old and new.

Disney+ will bring its classic characters together for “Mickey and the Very Many Christmases” as well as “Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade.” It will also premiere “The Simpsons Christmas Double Episode,” “Doctor Who: Joy to the World,” and “CMA Country Christmas” to honor the season. Top non-holiday picks include the return of “Marvel Animation’s What If…?” (kicking off December 22 with new episodes premiering daily for eight days), “Star Wars: Skeleton Crew,” and “Elton John: Never Too Late.”

Over at Hulu, the divisive new horror flick “Cuckoo” starring Hunter Schafer is set to stream alongside a robust catalogue of various other movies.

The AMC Networks December 2024 schedule has been announced and includes the annual programming event, “Best Christmas Ever.” The company’s suite of targeted streaming services will deliver a festive lineup of holiday programming.

Subscribers can look forward to the new film Christmas Eve in Miller’s Point; Shudder’s exclusive streaming debut of holiday horror film A Creature Was Stirring; an all-new original Shudder special, Joe Bob’s Christmas Carnage; and Acorn TV’s The Chelsea Detective Christmas Special; plus AMC+ will debut two new Yule logs for The Walking Dead and Anne Rice fans.

The month also features a trio of exclusive new series from Sundance Now, including mystery thriller White Lies starring Natalie Dormer, period drama The Newsreader starring Sam Reid (Interview with the Vampire) and Anna Torv (Fringe), and stranger-than-fiction documentary Monkey on a Stick: Murder, Madness & The Hare Krishnas, among other new series, films and specials.

The Paramount+ Holiday Collection ‘Tis The Season for Streaming returns to the service today with hundreds of seasonal movies and beloved specials for the whole household to enjoy, including the debut of the streaming service’s first original holiday film, Dear Santa.

The Farrelly Brothers holiday comedy Dear Santa stars Jack Black, Robert Timothy Smith, Keegan-Michael Key, Brianne Howey, Hayes MacArthur, and Post Malone in a story of a young boy who mails his Christmas wish list to Santa with one crucial spelling error, resulting in a devilish Jack Black’s arrival to wreak havoc on the holidays. The film premieres on November 25 exclusively on Paramount+ in the U.S. and the following day in the UK and Australia.

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This year’s Paramount+ Holiday Collection will also include the debut of SpongeBob SquarePants – “SpongeBob & Sandy’s Country Christmas,” an all-new half-hour special where one of Sandy’s experiments...

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Over the years, there have been lots of films about Father Christmas, including Miracle on 34th Street, The Santa Clause, and Santa Claus: The Movie, just to name a few. Add to that list Red One, which asks: What if someone kidnapped good ole Saint Nick?

The film starts with the real Santa (J.K. Simmons) posing as a mall Santa in Philadelphia, accompanied by his trusted bodyguard/head of security, Callum (Dwayne Johnson). After talking to some wide-eyed children about what they want for Christmas, Santa – code named “Red One” by his security team – heads off on his supersonic sleigh and giant magical reindeer to return to the North Pole.

Once back home, Santa and Callum start working out to get ready for the big night. This will be Callum’s last trip with the jolly old...

The holiday season is almost here, and you know what that means – it’s time to get cozy and dive into some classic Christmas movies! We’ve put together a list of 25 must-watch films that are guaranteed to get you into the festive spirit. From old-school favorites to modern gems, this lineup has something for everyone in the family.

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Gather the crew, brew up some hot cocoa, and get ready to be swept away by the warmth, humor, and pure holiday magic of these cinematic treasures. Whether you’re keeping up with annual traditions or discovering new favorites, these movies represent the absolute best of what Christmas entertainment has to offer.

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Being a child star can be deeply challenging. There are a lot of elements to both acting and fame that can be too much to handle for developing minds, not to mention that being on set all the time leads to a very different childhood than the average kid. There's a reason why quite a few child stars end up having "normal" jobs as adults — fame is a seriously tough mistress. So, it's really not a huge surprise when child stars disappear from the limelight as adults, but in the case of young actor Mara Wilson, it did seem a little shocking. After all, at just nine years old she was fast becoming one of the biggest stars in Hollywood as the titular character in "Matilda" and it seemed like she could have whatever career she wanted as an actor. However, after making the critically panned "Thomas and the Magic Railroad" in 2000 opposite Alex Baldwin,...

December and the holidays are one month closer. Now, Freeform has released the schedule for its traditional “25 Days of Christmas” programming. Last year, Freeform was #1 for holiday viewership for the 11th year out of 12 years reaching almost 37 million viewers!

This year, fans can expect holiday classic films and movies from Disney, Rankin Bass, and more during this year’s “25 Days of Christmas” Event!

Here is the 25 Days of Christmas Schedule for 2024!

Sunday, Dec. 1

7:00 a.m. – “Prep & Landing”

7:30 a.m. – “Mickey’s Once Upon A Christmas”

9:00 a.m. – “Mickey’s Twice Upon A Christmas”

10:30 a.m. – “Mariah Carey’s All I Want for Christmas Is You” – Freeform Premiere

12:30 p.m. – “Arthur Christmas”

2:35 p.m. – “Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas”

4:15 p.m. – “Moana”

6:45 p.m. – “Home Alone”

9:15 p.m. – “Home Alone 2: Lost in New York”

11:55 p.m. – “Home Alone 3”

Monday,...

Good tidings Freeform brings, as the network celebrates the adored seasonal tradition of 25 Days of Christmas. The programming event returns to spread holiday cheer starting on Sunday, December 1.

A delightful collection of Christmas favorites is being offered to make spirits bright, including Home Alone, The Santa Clause trilogy, and Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas (2000). Select airings of perennial favorite Home Alone will incorporate “pop-up” facts about the classic holiday movie.

Jingle all the way with Disney family classics like Frozen, the Toy Story franchise, and Disney’s A Christmas Carol. Other holiday faves airing throughout the month include Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmas, Miracle on 34th Street (1994), Arthur Christmas, plus Rankin-Bass’ beloved specials, Frosty the Snowman, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, and Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town, plus much more!

Plus, the merry lineup features a network premiere featuring the Queen of Christmas herself, Mariah Carey’s...

It’s November 1, and Freeform is already ready to start spreading holiday cheer.

The network released its 25 Days of Christmas schedule Friday, revealing all the programming coming up in December. There’s something for everyone, with things kicking off at 7 a.m. and extending through at least midnight every day from December 1 to 25.

The lineup includes classics like the Home Alone films, Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas, the Santa Clause movies, Miracle on 34th Street and multiple versions of The Grinch.

There’s also some non-holiday films sprinkled in, including Moana and Toy Story.

And, as always, Freeform has a few network premieres planned, including one for Mariah Carey’s All I Want for Christmas Is You on December 1, after which it’ll repeatedly air through Christmas Day. Dashing Through the Snow and Santa’s Little Helper are also getting a Freeform debut on December 8.

See the full schedule below.

It’s that time of the year again: Freeform‘s 25 Days of Christmas is almost here, so the schedule is out! As always, the event begins on December 1 and runs through Christmas Day (December 25). It will feature a mix of classics, Rankin-Bass specials, and newer offerings. This year’s features the network premieres of Mariah Carey’s All I Want for Christmas Is You, Dashing Through the Snow, and Santa’s Little Helper. Get the full 25 Days of Christmas event schedule below. Sunday, December 1 7:00 a.m.: Prep & Landing (Disney Animated) 7:30 a.m.: Mickey’s Once Upon A Christmas 9:00 a.m.: Mickey’s Twice Upon A Christmas 10:30 a.m.: Mariah Carey’s All I Want for Christmas Is You Freeform Premiere 12:30 p.m.: Arthur Christmas 2:35 p.m.: Tim Burton’s The ...

Freeform’s 25 days of Christmas is back for another year just in time for the holidays.

Kicking off on Dec. 1, the lineup will include classics like the “Home Alone” movies, “Miracle on 34th Street” (1994), “Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas,” “The Santa Clause” franchise, both versions of “Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas,” “Frosty the Snowman” and “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer.”

Disney family-favorites will also broadcast throughout the month, including “Frozen,” the “Toy Story” films and “Disney’s A Christmas Carol,” while “Mariah Carey’s All I Want for Christmas Is You,” “Dashing Through the Snow” and “Santa’s Little Helper” make their Freeform debuts.

Here’s the full schedule for Freeform’s 25 Days of Christmas.

Sunday, Dec. 1

7:00 a.m. – “Prep & Landing”

7:30 a.m. – “Mickey’s Once Upon A Christmas”

9:00 a.m. – “Mickey’s Twice Upon A Christmas”

10:30 a.m. – “Mariah Carey’s...

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The late Richard Attenborough is an unquestioned legend. Largely known for his roles on screen in films like "The Great Escape" and "Miracle on 34th Street," he perhaps doesn't get enough credit for his work as a director. His finest hour came in 1982 when he stepped into the director's chair for "Gandhi." The biopic about the Indian revolutionary Mahatma Gandhi went on to sweep the Academy Awards that year, culminating in a Best Picture win. It's the realization of a dream few filmmakers will ever know. Be that as it may, Attenborough believed a Steven Spielberg classic should have taken home the prize that year.

Released the same year, Spielberg's "E.T." was an acclaimed box office juggernaut and ultimately took in nearly $800 million worldwide. It was also up for Best Picture that year, with Spielberg and Attenborough competing for Best Director.

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