My all time favorite holiday movie! The story centers on a cabaret singer in World War II New Orleans who starts a conversation with a soldier stranded during the holidays. Star in the Night is a short Christmas drama starring J. Carrol Naish and Donald Woods. A Macy's holiday worker who claims his name is Kris Kringle brings Christmas spirit to everyone he meets. These are some great movies, aren't they? Merry Christmas, and enjoy the shows! Annette Smith (author) from Ocala, Florida on December 16, 2016: Thank you for sharing this, Jamie. This Christmas rom-com from the 1940s tells the story of a young widow (Janet Leigh) who is torn between two very different men. If you're a serious movie-watcher and you make your way through all of these in record time, give the best Christmas movies on Netflix a try. @darkstar, I enjoy watching Barbara Stanwyck's movies, including "Christmas in Connecticut." Kelly O’Sullivan is the content strategy editor for The Pioneer Woman and manages the website’s social channels, in addition to covering entertainment and lifestyle news. And I’ve put “Tenth Avenue Angel” on my list of movies to watch this holiday season. I had fun with the research and writing, and I look forward to watching many of these movies again this holiday season. Great movies! If the channel are showcasing any of the main stars it is one of the films that airs. The story takes place in a little retail shop in Budapest, Hungary. Thanks for the heads up. Well worth viewing, it's an excellent film - my most favorite of al the Christmas movies. This delightful short showcases all of your favorite characters as they unite to celebrate the Christmas season. Kevin McAllister's family left him behind (again), forcing the 8-year-old mischief-maker to navigate the holidays in New York City. i think the movie "SINCE YOU WENT AWAY" should qualify as an xmas gem! 03/18/2010 05:12 am ET Updated May 25, 2011 At this late date, one must prioritize one's Christmas movies. Smith is the founder of Savoring Home, a lifestyle blog about home, family, and faith. I appreciate the encouragement! Thanks for your comment! See how far they'll go to make it happen in the laugh-out-loud comedy. It is a crime indeed that neither of these superb flms have yet to be released to home video, nor have they been shown on cable TV. I'll have to think about this one and get back with you. Harry Carey, Charles Winninger and C. Aubrey Smith play the trio of matchmaking ghosts. When he is released from a mental hospital for the Christmas holidays, he meets a female convict on furlough from prison to visit her family. Soon, a series of unfortunate events occur that threatens to ruin the young man's future and send both lovers to jail. Annette Smith (author) from Ocala, Florida on September 23, 2015: Thank you for your suggestion, Sylvain. My family and I will have to check on this one, too. And when one prioritizes one's movies, Christmas or otherwise, it's advisable to stick with a battle-tested decade of film-making: the 1940s. Annette Smith (author) from Ocala, Florida on October 12, 2011: @FloraBreenRobison, thanks for stopping by! A selfish TV executive becomes a modern-day Scrooge when he is haunted by three lesson-bearing spirits on Christmas Eve. Free Shipping by Amazon. The popular Christmas movies are fun, but I love the rare old gems! Holiday Inn – 1942; directed by Mark Sandrich; starring Bing Crosby, Fred Astaire, … Are you ready to start a new tradition this year? This beloved animated movie is meant for kids, but it will also remind adults of the magic of Christmas. “An Affair to Remember” is one of my favorites, too. I tried looking for this movie online - Amazon, TCM, etc. The 1945 film is a modernized version of the biblical Christmas story. Holiday Affair is a romantic comedy from 1949. Nicolas Cage stars as an ambitious workaholic who gets a magical chance to spend the holidays as a family man. Director: Bob Clark | Stars: Peter Billingsley, Melinda Dillon, Darren McGavin, Scott Schwartz. If you're a serious movie-watcher and you make your way through all of these in record time, give the best Christmas movies on Netflix a try. The modern tradition of watching holiday films next to a roaring fire, surrounded by loved ones … It also contains elements of the Charles Dickens novella, “A Christmas Carol.”, According to a Turner Classic Movies review, the story is shared "from the point of view of a Scrooge-like jaded man with little use for the Christmas holiday.". Follow the adventures of a retired detective whose wife persuades him to interrupt his holiday in Manhattan and investigate a murder, all while drinking plenty of martinis. Where's Jimmy Durante's "The Great Rupert"? Annette Smith (author) from Ocala, Florida on December 25, 2010: @Nonymouse, I included "A Christmas Wish" in another hub, "The Best Classic Christmas Movies Ever--A Baker's Dozen" (see link above). Trending pages. The old black-and-white classics really are the best. Young Kevin McAllister's (Macaulay Culkin) expression after slapping on aftershave is so iconic, it has become synonymous with Christmas itself. While it's not your typical Christmas movie, every '80s kid knows that Gremlins deserves a watch every holiday season. You can't have Christmas without celebrating Halloween first, but Jack Skellington wants the best of both worlds. Remember The Night and I'll Be Seeing You are two of my favorites as well. A Christmas Carol (1984) - The full film from 1984 originally based on the book by Charles Dickens. This list may not reflect recent changes . There's a great one from the mid 1950s with Humphrey Bogart, Peter Ustinov & Aldo Ray: We're No Angels (1955). Don't miss it! Turner Classic Movies (TCM) will feature "Holiday Affair" twice this season: December 20 at 8PM (ET) and December 24 at 3PM (ET). )And of course Penny Serenade with Cary Grant. Schexnayder, interesting question. Barbara Stanwyck, Fred MacMurray, Beulah Bondi and Sterling Holloway star in the romantic comedy written by Preston Sturges. Luckily, you can do all three at once while you make your way through these classic Christmas movies. This sweet, sentimental movie begs rediscovery by modern audiences. Few full-length holiday movies can compare to Charles M. Shultz's first Peanuts film adaptation. ;). It's fabulous. 1940s Christmas drama films‎ (1 C, 9 P) Pages in category "1940s Christmas films" The following 19 pages are in this category, out of 19 total. Movies that are in the public domain are available for free viewing at the Internet Archives Moving Image Library. ...another classic: The Bishop's Wife with Cary Grant,David Niven and Loretta Young. Are you looking for a Christmas movie to watch during the holidays? My favorite has always been "Come to the Stable" (1949) with Loretta Young and Celeste Holm. @SDiner82@aol.com, @Dexter, and @bcapolino, thank you for sharing four other holiday gems. Annette Smith (author) from Ocala, Florida on November 14, 2011: Thank you, Maren Morgan M-T. Glad you enjoyed the hub! Hi. I’ll check it out this weekend. But there's something special about tuning in while the snow is falling outside, or while you're wrapping up all the great Christmas gifts you bought for loved ones. Our top picks (including classic and modern options) are available on Prime. Annette Smith (author) from Ocala, Florida on December 18, 2012: Mark your calendars! It is based on Dickens' creation of A Christmas Carol and stars Dan Stevens (Downton Abbey and Beauty and the Beast) and Christopher Plummer. $78.95. I'm glad you enjoyed the hub. This hub showcases eight lesser-known Christmas movies of the era. Remember the Night (1940) A teenager and his younger sister only have one wish this Christmas: They want their divorced parents to get back together. Richard Carlson and Jean Parker star as the young romantics. One forgotten gem is The Cheaters (1945). What is your favorite classic Christmas movie? Annette Smith (author) from Ocala, Florida on December 24, 2010: @Rubyredjewel, thank you for the broadcast updates. And if Christmas movies constitute a cinematic kingdom all … Dr. Seuss's timeless tale is given new life in the remastered edition of the 1967 animation about the grumpy Grinch. It's a great way to finish off a day full of cheer! Reading your description and the IMDb storyline, it sounds like a delightful film. The "forgotten" classics are harder to find, but the search will be well worth your effort. See more ideas about vintage christmas, christmas, christmas past. Votes: 129,094 | Gross: $20.61M I haven’t seen the others yet, but I do want to see “The Man Who Invented Christmas” when it arrives at my local theater. Thank you for stopping by. nobody ever remembers Curse of the Cat People. It's another film that made the list for "Best Classic Christmas Movies Ever: A Baker's Dozen." Thanks for your input. Thank you for the comment! I also saw the Bishop's Wife, both versions, and enjoyed them. The 20 Best Classic Christmas Movies of All Time. I haven't seen it yet but "The Man Who Invented Christmas" has received good reviews. The site may earn a commission on some products. Merry Christmas! Annette Smith (author) from Ocala, Florida on December 10, 2017: That’s great, Kay! After you've finished all of those, we suggest picking up a Christmas book to read. Rankin/Bass Productions' stop-motion short films hold a special place in the hearts of everyone who grew up watching them. This hub showcases eight lesser-known Christmas movies of the era. The Lady in the Lake: Like many 1940s holiday movies, this one uses Christmas cards for its credit sequence; since it’s a film noir based on the detective novel by Raymond Chandler, however, there’s a gun under those cards. The live-action version of The Grinch will earn lots of laughs this holiday season—and make your heart grow three sizes. It's featured in another Hub article, "The Best Classic Christmas Movies Ever: A Baker's Dozen." I absolutely love Remember the Night and Holiday Affair (big fan of Fred MacMurray and Robert Mitchum. The story unfolds in flashbacks, triggered by musical recordings. Annette Smith (author) from Ocala, Florida on December 17, 2017: Some of these are featured in my hub called “Classic Christmas Films: A Baker’s Dozen.” But I’ll be sure to check out the others this holiday season. If I can find it for sale anywhere online, I will certainly post about it here. The intertwining stories of nine different couples will warm your heart and remind you that love actually is all around. I'll have to start my holiday viewing a little sooner this year, so I can watch more of these classics. The story centers on a homeless man and his friends, who secretly take up residence in a Fifth Avenue townhouse while the owners spend their Christmas in the South. (November 30, 2010) [Various film titles]. The holidays are the most wonderful time of the year for a reason. VINTAGE CHRISTMAS 1940's MARKS USA GLASS TREE ORNAMENTS UNSILVERED W/BOX. Thank you for dropping in and leaving a comment! Thank you for reading my hub, and for sharing a couple of your favorite titles, too. Join a desperate dad on his out-of-control mission to find his son the perfect Christmas gift. Yours is the 1st list I've come across that is informative and real - not just regurgitating this sorry generation's lame lists of lovable sluts with a heart of gold crap, but actual storytelling. I watched “Star in the Night” on YouTube last weekend, but I’d love to add it to my DVD collection. These special months are all about spending time with family, eating way too many cookies, and getting cozy on the couch. The high school play on Dec. 13, 1945, was "A Bell for Adano" and the movie hit in Stockton was "A Tale of Two Cities." Every item on this page was chosen by The Pioneer Woman team. In the 1940s, a young boy named Ralphie attempts to convince his parents, his teacher and Santa that a Red Ryder BB gun really is the perfect Christmas gift. but cannot find a dvd. So glad to hear it. Dr. Seuss' How The Grinch Stole Christmas, Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas, 40 Gifts Under $25 That Are Thoughtful and Useful, This content is created and maintained by a third party, and imported onto this page to help users provide their email addresses. I haven't seen "The Cheaters," but it's now on my holiday movie list! Sunday before was a little party at parental grandmothers, Eve was gathering of extended family ,dinner party, singing and presents, Christmas Day , to downstairs,(English speaking), party , then to back apt (we were 2nd floor front) then upstairs and then windup with cold cuts and libations in our apt. Beyond Tomorrow is a real holiday gem. 'Meet Me in St Louis' Christmas wouldn't be complete without a bit of Judy Garland. ' Christopher Plummer plays opposite Julie Andrews in "The Sound of Music" which is also an uplifting, inspirational holiday movie. This dark film is the most obscure Christmas movie on my list. Their mutual loneliness blossoms into a sweet romance. It starts with a Christmas scene and ends with a warm Christmas ending. I’ll Be Seeing You is a tender-hearted wartime drama starring Joseph Cotten, Ginger Rogers and Shirley Temple. You're welcome, defeblearia. Shirley MacLaine stars opposite Jack Lemmon in this 1960 romantic comedy about a desperate businessman who lets his bosses use his Upper West Side apartment for their affairs. The weather outside is frightful, but the best '50s Christmas movies are here to keep you warm and cozy during the cold November and December months. Santa's Workshop; The Night Before Christmas (Disney) A Christmas Carol (1938) The Shanty Where Santy Claus Lives; Babes in Toyland (1934) The Captain's Christmas; The Pioneer Woman participates in various affiliate marketing programs, which means we may get paid commissions on editorially chosen products purchased through our links to retailer sites. Do you remember seeing the wide tree with its outstretched arms, the screw in lights, and all the tinsel? Annette Smith (author) from Ocala, Florida on September 27, 2011: Thank you, Mickey Sr. Watching the Griswold family's crazy antics unfold is a surefire way to make you feel grateful for your own relatives. Don't miss this holiday classic, but watch it with a box of tissues! Annette Smith (author) from Ocala, Florida on August 29, 2020: You can find a DVD on Ebay for around $15.00 and up. There's something so magical about cuddling up by the fire and watching Donna Reed and … Did you ever see "Miracle of the Bells" with Fred MacMurray and Frank Sinatra? i must admit that I hadn't heard of Beyond Christmas. A sweet, sentimental movie...and another one to watch with a box of tissues. He said THE word, the big one, the queen-mother of dirty words, the "F-dash-dash-dash" word! "Miracle of the Bells" - Fred MacMurray, Lee J. Cobb, Alida Valli and Frank Sinatra as a - get this - Polish priest. :). Annette Smith (author) from Ocala, Florida on December 27, 2010: Thanks, Lauren. “Christmas Holiday” is available for free on YouTube! I can't wait to view them myself! I've seen a few of them, and I'll try to see the rest. It is in the "4 Film Favorite Classic Holiday Vol. Enjoy the holidays! I have seen It Happened On Fifth Avenue and Holiday Affair on TCM too, but I don't watch them every year. After you've finished all of those, we suggest picking up a Christmas book to read. @TK, thanks for sharing another movie title! Are you looking for a Christmas movie to watch during the holidays? I saw a black and white film many years ago which I believe was a Christmas-themed movie that had such a character but, for the life of me, I've never been able to find it again. Thank you so much for your recommendation! For a better purchase, look for "I'll Be Home For Christmas: Christmas Classics from the War Years/Songs that Won the War". Cynthia B Turner from Georgia on November 27, 2011: Hello Annette, Thank you for providing such a great list of movie possibilities for the season. @C.J. $14.90 shipping. Tim Allen is Santa Claus in this hilarious Disney classic that's fit for all ages. Star in the Night (short film) - can be found on U-Tube - which is free. $75.00. Do any of these films feature a character who is an uncle to the female protagonist that is a die-hard Alabama football fan? Annette Smith (author) from Ocala, Florida on December 13, 2017: Yes! I was not familiar with "The Cheaters," so I looked it up on the Internet Movie Database. 1-16 of over 20,000 results for "christmas movies" Skip to main search results Eligible for Free Shipping. Christmas Burglars, The (1908) Bad Man’s Christmas Gift, The (1910) The Night Before Christmas (1912) – Short film. A song from this 1940s film, "That’s What Christmas Means to Me,” became a 1950s hit for Eddie Fisher. S great, Kay friends take up residence in a little sooner year! I see some of the red-nosed reindeer who saves Christmas comes to life in this sweet, sentimental begs. Assigned to her case moves to postpone the trial seen `` the Cheaters ''. Aired Beyond Christmas. A. Alias Boston Blackie ; B hub: `` classic. 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