Ultimate Guide to Streaming Holiday Content on Yle Areena
‘Tis the season to cozy up by the TV and enjoy a lineup of holiday films and specials on Yle Areena! From the stunning adaptation of West Side Story to the heartwarming classic It’s a Wonderful Life, Yle channels and the streaming platform have something for everyone this festive season.
On Christmas Eve, you can catch The Snowman, a timeless Christmas classic about a little boy and his magical snowman friend. This animated film is based on Raymond Briggs’ story and features the iconic song “Walking in the Air” composed by Howard Blake. It will be available on Yle Areena until January 22, 2025.
If you’re in the mood for some star-studded nostalgia, don’t miss Nothing Like A Dame. This documentary explores the careers of acclaimed actresses Maggie Smith, Judi Dench, Eileen Atkins, and Joan Plowright as they reminisce about their lives in the spotlight. Directed by Roger Michell, this delightful film will be on Yle Areena until June 23, 2025.
On Christmas Day, you can watch the classic film It’s a Wonderful Life, a heartwarming story that follows a small-town man as he learns the true meaning of Christmas. Starring Jimmy Stewart, this film is a holiday favorite that will be available on Yle Areena until January 24, 2025.
For fans of Disney classics, The Little Mermaid will be airing on Yle Areena until January 7, 2025. Follow Ariel, a teenage mermaid with dreams of life on land, as she navigates love, sacrifice, and adventure in this enchanting tale.
And don’t miss the modern adaptation of West Side Story, directed by Steven Spielberg, on Yle Areena until March 24, 2025. This reimagining of the beloved musical is set in 1950s Manhattan and features a talented cast including Ansel Elgort, Rachel Zegler, and Rita Moreno.
On Boxing Day, you can enjoy Dead Poets Society, a coming-of-age classic starring Robin Williams, Ethan Hawke, and Robert Sean Leonard. This inspiring film will be available on Yle Areena until March 25, 2025.
Wrap up the holiday season with Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, a tale as old as time that follows Belle on a journey to break a curse and find true love. This animated classic will be on Yle Areena until January 7, 2025, and is dubbed in Finnish.
On December 27, catch Aladdin, a Disney favorite that follows the adventures of Princess Jasmine and the charming Aladdin in the magical world of Agrabah. This animated classic will be available on Yle Areena until January 7, 2025, and is also dubbed in Finnish.
For fans of British TV, All Creatures Great And Small Season 5 episodes 1-7 from 2024 will be airing on Yle TV1 at 7pm. Don’t miss out on this heartwarming series set in the picturesque Yorkshire Dales.
So grab your hot cocoa, snuggle up on the couch, and enjoy these festive films and specials on Yle Areena this holiday season!
