10 Best Christmas Movies for Kids in 2024

By Justin SabrinaUpdated on October 23, 2024

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Christmas is here again! The holidays are the perfect time to reunite with loved ones and enjoy the warmth of family traditions. For some families, watching Christmas movies is a must-do. There are many benefits for children to watch movies at Christmas, such as sharing experiences, connecting generations, learning film language, developing empathy, etc. Some popular streaming services like Netflix, Disney+, Prime Video and more offer a wide range of Christmas classics, and its own original movies. For kids, the magic of the season is often best captured in whimsical and heartwarming movies. Are you looking for the best Christmas movies for kids this holiday season? Check it out! This article covers the 10 best Christmas movies for kids to watch this year. In addition, you will also learn how to download Christmas movies for offline viewing.

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Part 1. A List of 10 Best Christmas Movies for Kids

In this part, we will introduce the 10 best Christmas movies for Kids in 2024, from classics to originals, you'll find something you'll love.

1. Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey (2020)

Directed By: David E. Talbert
Running Time: 2h 2m

This is a magical and relaxing family movie, perfect for you to watch with your kids at Christmas. The story revolves around Jeronicus Jangle, a once-celebrated toymaker, and his granddaughter as they rediscover the joy of invention and the power of belief during the holiday season. With a stellar cast, dazzling visuals, and catchy musical numbers, the film is a heartwarming celebration of imagination, creativity, and the spirit of Christmas, making it a delightful and festive experience for viewers of all ages.

Where to Watch Watch Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey?
Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey is available on Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Disney+, Hulu.

2. The Muppet Christmas Carol (1992)

Directed By: Brian Henson
Running Time: 1h 25min

"The Muppet Christmas Carol" is an all-time classic Christmas movies for kids, adapted from Charles Dickens' classic story. The film follows the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge (Michael Caine), as he is visited by three spirits on Christmas Eve. With a perfect blend of humor, music, and touching moments, the Muppets add their signature charm to this timeless holiday story.

What Streaming Service has The Muppet Christmas Carol?
Disney+, Hulu, Apple TV, Amazon Prime Video, Vudu, etc.

3. Elf (2003)
Directed By: Jon Favreau
Running Time: 1h 37m

The film follows Buddy (Will Ferrell), a human raised by elves at the North Pole, as he embarks on a hilarious and heartwarming journey to New York City to find his real father. Ferrell's comedic brilliance and the film's joyful spirit make "Elf" a beloved holiday classic, blending humor and heartfelt moments for a delightful seasonal treat.

Where to Watch 'Elf' this Holiday Season?
Amazon Prime Video, Max, Hulu, Apple TV, YouTube, Vudu, TBS, etc.

4. It's a Wonderful Life (1946)

Directed By: Frank Capra
Running Time: 2h 10m

Another classic Christmas movie you can't miss is "It's a Wonderful Life", released on December 20, 1946. This film explores the profound impact one individual can have on the lives of others. As George (James Stewart) contemplates suicide on Christmas Eve, an angel shows him how profoundly his life has touched others, offering a powerful exploration of the significance of every individual. Filled with heart, hope, and a poignant message, this holiday gem remains a beloved cinematic masterpiece.

What Streaming App is It's a Wonderful Life on?
Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Vudu, Redbox, Microsoft Store, DIRECTV, AMC, etc.

5. Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer (1964)

Directed By: Larry Roemer
Running Time: 55 minutes

Rudolph, an endearing reindeer with a luminous red nose, embarks on a journey of self-discovery. Faced with adversity, Rudolph's uniqueness proves to be his greatest strength. This heartwarming tale, featuring memorable characters and a timeless message, has captivated audiences for generations, making it a holiday favorite every holiday season.

Where Can You Watch Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer?
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer is available to watch on Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV+, FuboTV, DirecTV Stream, Roku, Xfinity Stream.

6. A Boy Called Christmas (2021)

Directed By: Gil Kenan
Running Time: 1h 46m

A magical holiday adventure film based on the bestselling book by Matt Haig. It tells the story of a young boy named Nikolas who embarks on an extraordinary journey to find his father in the mystical, enchanting world of Elfhelm. A tale of courage, hope, and the spirit of Christmas.

How to Watch A Boy Called Christmas?
Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV+, Disney+, Acorn TV, AMC+, BritBox, discovery+, ESPN, etc.

7. The Snowy Day (2016)

Directed By: Peter Ramsey
Running Time: 59 min

This classic story is a magical animation by director Peter Ramsey, based on Ezra Jack Keats' beloved children's book. In this special, it follows the adventures of Peter, a young boy exploring the wonders of a snow-covered city. Filled with innocence and joy, the film captures the magic of a winter day, inspiring warmth and nostalgia.

Where Can You Watch The Snowy Day?
The Snowy Day is available on Prime Video, Netflix, Google Play, Apple TV, YouTube.

8. Frozen (2013)

Directed By: Chris Buck and Jennifer Lee
Running Time: 1h 48m

A Disney animated masterpiece directed by Chris Buck and Jennifer Lee, tells the story of two royal sisters, Elsa and Anna, in the icy kingdom of Arendelle. Elsa possesses magical ice powers that inadvertently plunge the realm into eternal winter. Fueled by a powerful soundtrack and themes of sisterhood, self-acceptance, and love, the film became a global phenomenon, captivating audiences of all ages.

How to Watch Frozen?
Disney Plus, Apple TV, Prime Video, Google Play, iTunes, ROW8, Vudu, etc.

9. Angela's Christmas (Short 2017)

Directed By: Damien O'Connor.
Running Time: 30 minutes

In this short but heartwarming animated holiday film set in 1914 Ireland, Angela sets out to ensure a magical Christmas for her family. Based on a story by Frank McCourt,this film perfectly captures the spirit of kindness, family bonds, and the true meaning of Christmas, making it a delightful seasonal watch.

Where to Stream Angela's Christmas?
Netflix, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Prime Video, etc.

10. A Charlie Brown Christmas (1965)

Directed By: Bill Melendez
Running Time: 30 minutes

Finally, I would like to recommend this timeless animated classic. Charlie Brown seeks the true meaning of Christmas amidst commercialism and holiday stress. With the iconic Peanuts characters, Vince Guaraldi's jazz score, and a heartfelt message, the film has become a beloved tradition, cherished for its charm and enduring themes.

How Can You Watch Charlie Brown Christmas for free?
A Charlie Brown Christmas is available to stream on Apple TV+ with a paid subscription.

Part 2. Download Family Christmas Movies to PC & Mac

You can stream the best Christmas movies for kids on Netflix, Prime Video, Hulu, Disney+, Apple TV+, YouTube, and other popular streaming platforms. Are you ready for downloading your favorite Christmas movies? With a Premium subscription, you can download these popular Christmas movies to watch offline. However, you cannot ignore the DRM, device restrictions (download offline only works on mobile app), expiration date, etc. Luckily, you can overcome these restrictions by using a third-party downloader.

TunesBank iMovieTool (All-in-One Video Downloader) is well designed to help you download movies and TV shows from Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, HBO Max, Disney+, Apple TV+, YouTube to your computer. Currently, it offers these video downloading tools, including Amazon Video Downloader, Disney+ Downloader, Hulu Video Downloader, HBO Max Video Downloader, Apple TV Plus Video Downloader, as well as 4kFinder Netflix Video Downloader, and 4kFinder YouTube Downloader.

TunesBank software stands alone by its intelligent searching function and super fast speed. It enables you to search for Christmas movies using name, keywords, or URL. With it, you can not only remove ads from your favorite Christmas movies, but also download unlimited Family Christmas movies to MP4/MKV format with HD 1080p quality. Apart from this, it can download and save audio tracks and subtitles in many languages. After that, you can watch Christmas movies offline on all kinds of devices and players, such as phone, tablet, USB, smart TVs, laptop, Mac, PC, laptop, iTunes, Windows Media Player, VLC, etc.

Main Features of TunesBank All-in-One Video Downloader:

• User-friendly interface, no ads and plugs-in.
• Download movies and shows from Netflix/Prime Video/Disney+/Hulu/HBOMax/Apple TV+/YouTube.
• Download Christmas movies and shows to HD MP4/MKV on Mac/PC.
• Download Christmas movies in bulk at fast speed.
• Built-in web browser to search any videos directly.
• Save multilingual audio tracks and subtitles.
• Keep downloaded Christmas movies forever, no expiration.
• Offline watch Christmas movies on any player, device.

Guide: How to Download Christmas Movie to MP4 for Watching Offline?

Let's teach you how to download Christmas movies to MP4 from Amazon Prime Video with TunesBank Amazon Video Downloader, you can batch download Amazon Prime Video movies to computer for viewing offline.

Step 1. Launch TunesBank Amazon video downloader, sign in to your account.

Step 2. Enter name or paste URL to search for Christmas movies.

Step 3. Click "Gear" icon to modify the output settings freely.

Step 4. Hit on "Download" icon to start downloading family Christmas movie.

Justin Sabrina

Justin Sabrina has over 10 years of content writing experience. She specializes in product reviews, how-to guides, tips and tricks, top lists, etc. on data encryption, multi-media conversion, screen recording and iOS unlocking. At UkeySoft, she performs in-depth research SEO copywriting and collaborates with our R & D team to offer effective software solution, most of her articles on software are helpful and easy to read, helping our reader easily solve problems through using software or apps.

Justin Sabrina

Li Zhang is a sophisticated editor for UkeySoft in tech blog writing, as well as a SEO and content marketing expert. She has been writing related article about multimedia conversion, streaming music and streaming video since 2018. Also, she's starting to write article about data security, including articles about file lock, USB encryption, DVD encryption, etc. Each helpful tutorial and solution is based on her practical tests, she is aways energetic and trustworthy in this field.

Justin Sabrina

Chester is an experienced editor for UkeySoft focused on tech article writing, software & hardware produce review and tutorial. He specializes in composing posts about music conversion, video downloading, video conversion, screen recording and other tech knowledge tips. He always understands user needs and pain points and familiar with all kinds of multimedia conversion software and streaming music downloader on the market. So far, he has published 400+ helpful tech articles of software reviews, how-to guides to help reader in need.

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