Top 19 Essential Christmas Films to Stream During the Holidays in Edinburgh

When you’re flipping through the TV guide or scrolling through your electronic program guide and nothing seems to catch your eye, don’t worry! Thanks to streaming platforms like Netflix, Prime Video, Apple TV+, and Disney+, you have a treasure trove of Christmas movies right at your fingertips.

From classics like ‘White Christmas’ and ‘How The Grinch Stole Christmas’ to newer favorites like ‘The Muppet Christmas Carol’ and ‘Scrooged,’ there are plenty of festive films to choose from this holiday season.

So, if you find yourself with some downtime between Christmas and New Year’s, why not cozy up with one of these feel-good films?

1. A Charlie Brown Christmas (Disney+): Join Charlie Brown on his quest to discover the true meaning of Christmas in this heartwarming classic featuring a jazzy score by Vince Guaraldi.

2. A Christmas Story (Prime Video): Travel back to the 1940s with Ralphie as he dreams of getting a Red Ryder BB gun for Christmas in this beloved holiday film.

3. The Muppet Christmas Carol (Disney+): The Muppets put their unique spin on Charles Dickens’ classic tale in this musical version filled with humor, heart, and holiday cheer.

4. A Nonsense Christmas with Sabrina Carpenter (Disney+): Get into the festive spirit with this whimsical Christmas special led by Sabrina Carpenter, blending fun, chaos, and music for a light-hearted holiday experience.

So grab your remote, gather your loved ones, and settle in for a cozy movie night filled with holiday magic!