Christmas Shows with Treasure Coast Ties: Veep, Frosty, New Girl, and Just Friends

The holiday season is here, and what better way to get into the festive spirit than by snuggling up on the couch with some Christmas movies and TV show episodes that have ties to the Treasure Coast? If you’re a fan of “Home Alone” or “Elf,” you’ll definitely want to check out these gems.

Let’s start with “New Girl.” Whether you’re up for a full-blown binge-watch or just want to catch a Christmas episode, be sure to check out Season 6, Episode 10, “Christmas Eve Eve.” Fun fact: Megan Fox, who stars in this episode, used to attend St. Lucie West Centennial High School in Port St. Lucie. You can catch “New Girl” on Disney+ and Hulu.

Next up is “The Legend of Frosty the Snowman.” This 2005 follow-up to the classic “Frosty the Snowman” features the narration of the late Burt Reynolds, a longtime resident of Martin and Palm Beach counties. You can rent or buy the film on YouTube for a festive movie night.

If you’re a fan of political comedy, you won’t want to miss Dan Bakkedahl in “Veep.” The actor, who hails from Stuart and graduated from Martin County High School, appears in Season 5, Episode 7, “Congressional Ball.” You can catch this episode on the streaming platform Max or purchase it on Prime Video.

Lastly, we have the Christmas romantic comedy “Just Friends.” Stuart-born actor Chris Marquette stars in this film alongside Anna Farris and Ryan Reynolds. Follow Reynolds’ character as he returns home for Christmas and navigates old crushes and friendships. You can watch “Just Friends” with a subscription to Hulu and Disney+ or rent it on Prime Video.

So grab your favorite blanket and your comfiest pajamas, and settle in for a cozy night with these Christmas classics that have a touch of Treasure Coast flair!