Kick off the festive season with this year’s new Christmas movies–from Lindsay Lohan’s rom-com to a Jack Whitehall comedy–If you’re craving something fresh this festive season but still yearn for the cosy, you’ll want to dive into the best new Christmas films of 2024. This year offers a more diverse, off-beat, and fun pick than ever, with modern twists on classic holiday magic, blending heartwarming stories and unexpected plots.
While the feeling of diving into classic Christmas movies such as Elf, Love Actually and The Polar Express for the millionth time with mulled wine and mince pies sounds tempting, adding a new film into your rotation is a low-lift way to add some excitement to your festive season. Whether you’re in the mood for a quirky rom-com, comedy, or an action-packed drama, there’s something for everyone looking to break away from tradition.
Here, we list the best new Christmas movies of 2024 to watch alongside your favourites.
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Best For A Romantic Comedy: Our Little Secret
Still bitter from their breakup, two exes are forced to spend Christmas together upon discovering that their current partners are siblings. As tensions rise, they must navigate awkward moments and holiday chaos.
Watch it on Netflix.
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Best For a Fairytale Romance: Meet Me Next Christmas
This festive rom-com sees Layla race through New York to try and bag a ticket for the sold-out Pentatonix Christmas Eve concert, all in the hopes of a fairytale romance with her dream man, but will she make it in time?
Watch it on Netflix.
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Best For Some Spice: The Merry Gentlemen
To save her parents’ small-town venue, a former big-city dancer puts together an all-male, Christmas-themed show (think Magic Mike). As the show comes together, she discovers that the holiday spirit sometimes comes in the most unexpected of ways.
Watch it on Netflix.
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Best For A Comedy Lover: Jack In Time For Christmas
In Jack Whitehall’s Christmas film, the comedian finds himself stranded in the US with just four days to get back to the UK for Christmas. With time not on his side, Jack embarks on an outrageous adventure involving planes, trains and bobsleighs. Along the way, he encounters a few familiar faces including Michael Bublé, Rebel Wilson and Jimmy Fallon.
Watch it on Amazon Prime Video.
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Best For A Cheesy Watch: Hot Frosty
If you’re a fan of cheesy films, then this one is for you. Two years after losing her husband, Kathy faces a second chance at love when magically, a charming snowman is brought to life. Together, the pair form an unexpected bond and rediscover the joy of Christmas.
Stream Hot Frosty on Netflix.
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Best For The Whole Family: Red One
After Santa Claus is kidnapped, the North Pole’s Head of Security must enlist the help of the world's most notorious bounty hunter. Together, the pair embark on an adventure across the globe to save Christmas. Expect all the action in this festive mission that makes for a perfect watch for all the family.
Red One is playing in cinemas nationwide.
This story was first seen on ELLE UK.