Forever classic Christmas movies

A favorite for children and the inner child of us all, Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer is now one of the most famous Christmas characters thanks to an old Montgomery Ward ad campaign that spawned a successful series of Christmas movies. 

Abbigail Epperson

The popular television network TBS celebrates Christmas with a 24 hour round the clock continual showing of “A Christmas Story.” Regardless of whether or not you tune in, most people fondly remember “you’ll shoot your eye out” or arguments over the scantily clad leg lamp. This is just one of the many Christmas movies that continues to be a classic today. Here are some of the others that you should watch this holiday season:

1. Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer

2. Miracle on 34th Street

3. Home Alone

4. How the Grinch Stole Christmas

5. Polar Express

6. A Christmas Carol

7. National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation

8. The Santa Clause movies

9. It’s a Wonderful Life

10. Elf

There are too many great Christmas movies to list in one article, but these are just a few of the most memorable. The best part of watching Christmas movies is getting into the real spirit of the holidays. These are also movies that you can really watch with the whole family. Whether your tastes are dramatic, romantic, or just plain silly, there is a holiday classic for everyone.