The holiday season is here, and what better way to celebrate than with a cozy movie night? Hulu has a treasure trove of Christmas films from old-school classics like Frosty the Snowman to modern-day Nutcrackers.
In this list, we will examine modern Christmas movies released after 2020. These are perfect for someone struggling to find a new holiday movie without sacrificing quality.
Christmas Sail
Christmas Sail is a heartwarming 2021 holiday film that follows a woman who returns home to care for her estranged father. She is also determined to create a magical Christmas for her daughter, something her father isn’t fully behind.
Christmas Sail is rated TV-G, making it suitable for viewers of all ages. It tackles topics like family bonding and looks at issues like getting stuck in the past.
Christmas at the Golden Dragon
Christmas at the Golden Dragon is a 2022 holiday film that explores the impact of a beloved Midwestern Chinese restaurant’s unexpected closure just before Christmas. The story intertwines the lives of the restaurant’s patrons and staff as they navigate personal challenges and rediscover the importance of community during the festive season.
The film features a talented cast, great direction, and a look at Chinese culture, making for a wonderful holiday watch.
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The Santa Stakeout
The Santa Stakeout is a 2021 holiday film that blends comedy, crime, and romance. It follows two detectives as they go undercover as newlyweds to investigate a series of art thefts at holiday parties. Their prime suspect is a neighborhood Santa Claus. However, as they immerse themselves in the community, they are overcome with holiday magic and personal revelations.
The Santa Stakeout is a lot of fun to watch, and there are plenty of laughs. It’s an especially good choice for people who enjoy true crime.
A Kismet Christmas
A Kismet Christmas is a 2022 holiday film about Sarah, a children’s book author who returns to her hometown and reconnects with her family and her teenage crush, Travis. During her visit, she discovers that a long-held family legend might actually be true.
A Kismet Christmas is heartwarming and suitable for all ages.
Nutcrackers
Nutcrackers is a 2024 holiday comedy-drama directed by David Gordon Green. It features Ben Stiller in his first leading role in seven years and follows a man unexpectedly tasked with caring for his four recently orphaned nephews in rural Ohio. The film has plenty of mischievous antics and funny moments that lead to a heartwarming journey of family bonding and self-discovery.
The nephews are real-life brothers Homer, Ulysses, Atlas, and Arlo Janson, whose natural performances add authenticity to the film, and there are many great supporting cast members, including Linda Cardellini, Edi Patterson, Tim Heidecker, and Toby Huss.
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