The Most Iconic Christmas Movies and Characters Celebrated This Holiday Season

From timeless classics to unconventional favorites, these films and characters define the spirit of Christmas for generations.

James Stewart's George Bailey from 'It's A Wonderful Life' remains a quintessential Christmas character, embodying hope and redemption in a timeless holiday classic.
Macaulay Culkin's Kevin McCallister in 'Home Alone' continues to resonate as a beloved symbol of childhood creativity and holiday mischief.
Films like 'Die Hard' and 'Gremlins' challenge traditional holiday norms, offering action and horror set against the backdrop of Christmas festivities.
'The Muppet Christmas Carol' and 'Elf' bring humor and heart to the season, with Michael Caine's Scrooge and Will Ferrell's Buddy the Elf becoming enduring icons.
Modern entries like 'Love Actually' and 'The Holiday' explore romance and connection, while animated classics like 'Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer' remain family staples.