Cold winter nights invite you to stay home, stretch out on the sofa or in bed, and watch a good movie while it’s snowing outside (and what else can we do this year?). If you, too, want to relax with a Christmas movie, don’t miss our selection of the best Christmas movies on Apple TV.
Remember that in order to take advantage of any of the titles on this list, you must have apple tv installed on your Mac. Although you can download it for free, you will need to pay to rent or buy a movie.
Nightmare before christmas
Original title: The nightmare before Christmas
Year: 1993
IMDb Score: 8/10
Argument: This Tim Burton story follows life in Halloween Town where the Pumpkin King lives who, tired of the macabre jokes that are made before Christmas, will want to establish a new way of celebrating it full of good feelings.
What the critics sayAlthough it only received one Goya Award nomination and one Golden Globe nomination, this animated film is already part of cinema history. Critics have praised his great imagination and his ability to transport you to another world.
Price: $ 3.99 (rental) | $ 11.99 (purchase)
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Christmas tales
Original title: A Christmas story
Year: 1983
IMDb Score: 7.9 / 10
Argument: Little Ralphie wants an air rifle as a Christmas present. Although at first his mother and teacher tell him it is not appropriate, his father ends up giving him one.
What the critics say: One of America’s most popular Christmas movies, it won two Genie Awards in 1984. A funny and moving story, it managed to captivate audiences of all ages.
Price: $ 3.99 (rental) | $ 10.99 (purchase)
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Alone at home
Original title: Alone at home
Year: 1990
IMDb Score: 7.6 / 10
Argument: When the McCallister family goes to Paris to celebrate Christmas, everything seems to be going for the best until, already in the French town, they realize that they have left little Kevin at home, who will have to be wake up alone until his parents return.
What the critics say: It’s hard to think of Christmas movies and not remember this classic, although in its day it was not widely accepted by the trade press. Of course, the soundtrack earned two 1990 Oscar nominations.
Price: $ 3.99 (rental) | $ 9.99 (purchase)
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Arthur Christmas: gift operation
Original title: Arthur christmas
Year: 2011
IMDb Score: 7.1 / 10
Argument: James McAvoy, Hugh Laurie, Imelda Staunton, among others, give voice to the protagonists of this animated feature film, who must offer their gift to the only child that Santa Claus has forgotten.
What the critics say: With the trade press and industry by your side, this is one of the coolest and smartest Christmas movies of recent years. Seniors will also appreciate it because the script is full of jokes that only adults will understand.
Price: $ 3.99 (rental) | $ 9.99 (purchase)
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The Smurfs: a Christmas carol
Original title: The Smurfs: a Christmas carol
Year: 2011
IMDb Score: 6.5 / 10
Argument: The Smurfs also reinterpret Charles Dickens’ classic Christmas story in this short film. The ghosts will be played by three Smurfs who will visit the Smurf Grouchy to teach him the true meaning of Christmas.
What the critics say: This short CG animation also includes a few nods to Peyo’s original creation with the use of hand-drawn designs to represent the three ghosts.
Price: $ 5.99 (purchase)
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Barbie in a christmas carol
Original title: Barbie in a christmas carol
Year: 2008
IMDb Score: 6.4 / 10
Argument: Eden Starling is a somewhat conceited London stage singer. You will be visited by three ghosts who will help you enjoy the Christmas spirit, after forcing other stage performers to rehearse for Christmas.
What the critics say: The perfect Christmas holiday movie to watch especially for boys and girls who love to play with Barbies. A good adaptation for them to learn the classic Dickensian story.
Price: $ 3.99 (rental) | $ 5.99 (purchase)
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El Grinch
Original title: The grinch
Year: 2018
IMDb Score: 6.4 / 10
Argument: All Whoville residents love Christmas except one: the Grinch. No one likes the Grinch, and the Grinch doesn’t like his neighbors at all. The film will reveal the reasons he hates the Christmas spirit so much.
What the critics say: This animated adaptation of the Jim Carrey classic will appeal to the little ones and those who want to remember the original film. While not as good as the 2000 one, critics agree that it is a good tribute.
Price: $ 8.99 (purchase)
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Christmas story
Original title: A Disney Christmas Carol
Year: 2009
IMDb Score: 6.3 / 10
ArgumentWhen Ebenezer Scrooge receives a visit from three ghosts – Past, Present and Future – he will learn to better treat those around him and attempt to undo all the damage he has done in recent years.
What the critics say: Robert Zemeckis makes this Disney version of Charles Dickens’ classic book. It has a stellar cast and it was Jim Carrey and Gary Oldman who received particularly good reviews for their work.
Price: $ 3.99 (rental) | $ 9.99 (purchase)
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Krampus: Fucking Christmas
Original title: Krampus
Year: 2015
IMDb Score: 6.2 / 10
Argument: At first, the young Max wants to continue celebrating Christmas despite family problems. However, these will eventually remove the illusion as well. This will awaken the monster Krampus, who punishes non-believers in Santa Claus.
What the critics say: If you don’t want to see another Christmas baking movie, this horror alternative may be your best option. The cast has famous faces like Adam Scott, Toni Collette, David Koechner or Allison Tolman.
Price: $ 3.99 (rental) | $ 5.99 (purchase)
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Almost Christmas
Original title: Almost Christmas
Year: 2016
IMDb Score: 6.1 / 10
Argument: After the death of his wife a year ago, Walter Meyers decides to invite his two sons and two daughters to his home to celebrate the Christmas holidays. You will quickly find that it is not as easy as it seems for everyone to get along.
What the critics say: Almost Christmas It’s not the best Christmas movie of all time, but it’s not the worst, either. It has a somewhat original premise, but effective for those who want a movie to watch with the family this vacation.
Price: $ 3.99 (rental) | $ 5.99 (purchase)
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All i want for christmas
Original title: All i want for christmas
Year: 1991
IMDb Score: 6/10
Argument: Ethan and Hallie are two brothers who have only one wish for this Christmas: that their divorced parents get back together. Everything will get complicated when their mother announces to them that she wants to marry her current boyfriend.
What the critics say: Even though it hasn’t been well received by either critics or audiences, there’s no doubt it’s a good movie to watch with the family and have a fun time, full of humor and lots of it. of tenderness.
Price: $ 3.99 (rental) | $ 4.99 (purchase)
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In search of the Christmas star
Original title: Journey to the Christmas Star (Journey to the Christmas Star)
Year: 2012
IMDb Score: 5.8 / 10
Argument: Princess Goldenhair disappears while looking for the Christmas star. Sad and angry, the King will put a curse on the star, which the brave young Sonja will decide to break to bring the little girl back to her castle.
What the critics say: Vilde Zeiner has been unanimously hailed by critics for her excellent work as Sonja. Other aspects of this Norwegian film were not so well received, although the press also highlighted the good use of special effects.
Price: $ 1.99 (rental) | $ 3.99 (purchase)
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Christmas, good or with family?
Original title: I love coopers
Year: 2015
IMDb Score: 5.8 / 10
Argument: After 40 years of marriage, Sam and Charlotte decide to divorce, although they choose to share it with their extended family after the holidays in order to celebrate a perfect last Christmas.
What the critics say: Jessie Nelson’s film may not have had the support of the specialized press, but there is no doubt that it has a talented cast with Diane Keaton, Steve Martin, Marisa Tomei and Amanda Seyfried.
Price: $ 2.99 (rental) | $ 4.99 (purchase)
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Survive christmas
Original title: Survive christmas
Year: 2004
IMDb Score: 5.5 / 10
Argument: This romantic comedy tells the story of Drew Latham, a millionaire publicist who must find a place to spend Christmas after his girlfriend leaves him days before Christmas Eve.
What the critics say: Ben Affleck and Christina Applegate star in this romantic comedy which also stars James Gandolfini and Catherine O’Hara. The film was not very well received by critics, but you will have a good laugh.
Price: $ 3.99 (rental) | $ 7.99 (purchase)
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Merry Christmas
Original title: Merry Christmas
Year: 2014
IMDb Score: 5.4 / 10
Argument: Anna Kendrick plays Jenny, an irresponsible young woman who will move to Chicago to live with her older brother. In addition to upsetting the family peace of her brother, Jenny will reunite with her childhood friend Carson.
What the critics say: This comedy, directed by Joe Swanberg, premiered at the Sundance Film Festival and was also nominated for one of the top awards. Critics point to his intelligent humor and the work of the actors.
Price: $ 3.99 (rental) | $ 5.99 (purchase)
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