Nostalgic Christmas Movies
Growing up in the ‘80s, I always loved the Christmas movies and cartoon specials that aired on the major networks. Sometimes my mom would tape the broadcasts so we could watch them on our own time. If you are a child of the ‘80s and want to relive how good - and bad - the Christmas movies of your childhood are, here’s a list of where to stream or buy these shows.
Mickey’s Christmas Carol
Embrace the spirit of the season with the classic Disney version of Charles Dickens’ story of Ebenezer Scrooge, Tiny Tim, and the ghosts of Christmas.
The Christmas Toy
Before Toy Story, the Christmas Toy told the story of toys that come alive when away from people and the heartbreak of being replaced by new toys on Christmas Day. It has an ‘80s feel, but the show is full of life lessons, excitement, laughter, tears, and songs.
The Muppet Christmas Carol
The Muppet rendition of the Charles Dickens classic tale adds a unique and fun twist that kids and adults will love.
The Cabbage Patch Kids First Christmas
Join the Cabbage Patch Kids as they leave their patch and journey to the city in search of the Christmas spirit.
Stream on Amazon (with free 7 day trial of Boomerang)
A Chipmunk Christmas
This is a heartwarming favorite. Alvin gives his harmonica to an ill child and then tries to raise money for a new harmonica so he can perform at a Christmas show.
‘Twas the Night Before Christmas
A young and curious mouse is persuaded to change his negative attitude about Santa Claus and help Santa return to his town.
A Very Brady Christmas
As adults, the Brady Bunch and their families come home for Christmas.
The Year Without a Santa Claus
The story of the year there almost wasn’t Christmas because Santa is sick.
Babes in Toyland
The 1986 version of Babes in Toyland features a young Drew Barrymore and and Keanu Reeves.
National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation
The comic misadventures of Clark Griswold and his family when his parents and in-laws visit for Christmas.
A Charlie Brown Christmas
Join Charlie Brown as he finds the true meaning of Christmas.
Stream on Apple TV+ (the link isn’t available yet)
Prancer
An eight-year-old farm girl, who marches to the beat of her own drum, helps a wounded reindeer that she believes to be one of Santa’s.
A Christmas Story
From the leg lamp to “you’ll shoot your eye out” you can’t miss this true classic.
Frosty the Snowman
A jolly snowman and a little girl try to escape a magician who is after the snowman’s hat.
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer
Watch the story of Rudolph and his red nose save Christmas after being an outcast.
White Christmas
Follow a series of romantic mix ups in this heartwarming Christmas musical.
