I’m a spooky girl, I love anything related to horror or true crime, especially if it’s available on Hulu. But, the weirdness of me is that I also adore Christmas movies of all kinds. Holiday horror, sappy romantic Christmas movies, funny, violent or dramatic…if it’s related to Christmas, I love it.
Hulu always adds a bunch of holiday offerings in November and December, so we have the November schedule for you, and will cover the December additions once they have been released. The holiday season starts out strong, with 14 new seasonal additions releasing on November 1.
November 1:
A Christmas Carol (1984) – George C. Scott appears as Ebenezer Scrooge in this re-telling of Dickens’ classic Christmas story. It was filmed in historic Shrewsbury in Shropshire, England, and is one of the most beloved film versions of A Christmas Carol.
Christmas on the Ranch (2021) – In this LGBTQ+ holiday romantic comedy, Haley goes home to the family ranch to try to save it. She ends up falling for Kate, a ranch hand
Deck the Halls (2006) – Danny DeVito and Matthew Broderick star as neighbors warring over which of them can most lavishly decorate their house for the holidays. Said decorating includes lots and lots of lights.
Christmas with the Kranks (2004) – An Illinois couple plan to skip town (and their decorating/celebrating) for Christmas when their daughter plans to leave for Peru the weekend after Thanksgiving. But things go awry and they have to throw everything together last minute.
Holiday in Handcuffs (2007) – Melissa Joan Hart is Trudie, who has a run of bad luck when she misses a job interview and her boyfriend breaks up with her. In the throes of a nervous breakdown, she kidnaps David (Mario Lopez) and forces him to pretend to be her boyfriend.
Jingle All the Way (1996) – In a premise that parents can relate too, Howard (Arnold Schwarzenegger) is determined to make up for his workaholic ways by finding the season’s hottest toy for his son.
The Mistle-Tones (2012) – Holly (Tia Mowry) dreams of auditioning for the Christmas musical act founded by her late mother. But her chance to join the Snow Belles is thwarted by lead singer Marci (Tori Spelling), and Holly forms her own group, the Mistle-Tones.
New Year’s Eve (2011) – In this intertwining anthology film, New Yorkers clash, fall in love and learn about helping those who need it. The cast includes Halle Berry, Jessica Biel, Jon Bon Jovi and Robert DeNiro (among many other big names).
The Nutcracker (1993) – This rendition of the famous festive ballet follows the traditional plot, and stars Darci Kistler, Damian Woetzel, Macaulay Culkin and the New York City Ballet.
Operation Mistletoe (2024) – “When Grace's former classmate (and crush) Ryan arrives home for Christmas, Grace's best friend initiates "Operation Mistletoe" to get them together.”
Renovation Romance (2024) – “When Chelsea is forced to go to New Hampshire during Christmas to film her and her boyfriend’s television show Renovation Romance, she finds herself in a precarious situation with her career and relationship.”
Same Time, Next Christmas (2019) – Olivia (Leah Michele) reunites with her childhood crush at a Hawaiian resort.
Santa Baby 2: Christmas Maybe (2009) – Santa is tired and ready to retire, planning to pass the “family business” on to his daughter Mary (Jenny McCarthy). She is running her own company in NYC, and is hesitant to leave it, but a potential rival may change things.
Santa’s Little Helper (2015) – Dax (Mike “The Miz” Mizanin) loses his corporate job, and Santa considers hiring him as his second-in-command. He tasks Billie (AnnaLynne McCord) with testing Dax to see if he is up to the job.
November 17:
Christmas at the Golden Dragon (2022) – Originally a Hallmark Countdown to Christmas movie, this one features intertwining storylines, all centered around a neighborhood Chinese restaurant.
Christmas in Evergreen: Bells Are Ringing (2020) – In the fourth installment of Hallmark Channel’s Christmas in Evergreen franchise, Hannah (Rukiya Bernard) is hard at work on the launch of the new museum. Meanwhile, Michelle’s (Holly Robinson Peete) wedding is just around the corner.
Christmas Sail (2021) – In a tried and true Hallmark Christmas trope, “a speech writer makes a deal with his ex-girlfriend to pretend they’re a couple to save his family’s Christmas.
A Holiday in Harlem (2021) – Another Hallmark original, A Holiday in Harlem sees Jazmin visiting her grandmother in Harlem for Christmas. But what was supposed to be a quick stop changes when Grandma is injured.
A Kismet Christmas (2022) – “Children’s author Sarah reconnects with her hometown, family, and teenage crush Travis, while confronting a family legend that might actually be true.”
A Royal Corgi Christmas (2022) – One of Hallmark’s trademark “royal” holiday films, this one is about a prince who is persuaded by a woman in Queens to help out with a children’s Christmas performance.
The Santa Stakeout (2021) – A couple of police detectives go undercover as newlyweds to get to the bottom of some recent holiday robberies. Of course, they end up overwhelmed with the Christmas spirit.
November 21:
Christmas at the Chalet (2023) – It looks like ex TV host / socialite Lex (Teri Hatcher) may end up at a luxury chalet for Christmas…but that’s not really as good as it sounds. Lex will be sharing the space with her son, her ex-husband and his new girlfriend.
Christmas Wars: Complete Season 2 – For some people, Christmas is the most wonderful time of the year. For others, it’s the season of family discord, Black Friday brawls and neighborhood hi-jinks.
Ultimate Holiday Feast: Complete Season 1 – Famous celebrities and chef’s invite guests to their homes to share their most prized holiday recipes.
A Cowboy Christmas Romance (2023) – Real Estate closer Lexie is forced to return to her hometown in Arizona due to a huge business deal she is in charge of. Can she convince a rancher named Coby to sell his family’s ranch?
Merry Magic Christmas (2023) – Beth is a busy financial advisor who starts to see the number 624 recurring in her life. She is skeptical when told that the number is sent by an angel, but that soon changes.
Mistletoe Match (2022) – Olivia goes undercover to report on the very popular Mistletoe Match event. She is skeptical, but soon meets another skeptic, Thomas.
Mom’s Christmas Boyfriend (2023) – 10-year-old Lily wins a writing contest, for which she wrote about her Christmas wish: For her single mom to find true love and a father for Lily.
November 25:
Family Guy: Exclusive Holiday Special – In this special Family Guy episode, titled “Gift of the White Guy,” Peter has to track down Lois’s treasured Christmas brooch after he gives it in a White Elephant gift exchange.
November 27:
Elf (2003) – Will Ferrell gives a gonzo performance as Buddy the Elf in this fun, very retro holiday movie.
Four Christmases (2008) – Reese Witherspoon and Vince Vaughn are a very happily unmarried couple with no desire to settle down. When their planned Christmas getaway gets waylaid, they end up visiting multiple family members instead.
Fred Claus (2007) – Vince Vaughn is Fred, terminally jealous of his brother Nick, who is seen as a modern version of Santa Claus.
Jack Frost (1998) – In this somewhat dark 1998 Christmas movie, Michael Keaton is Jack Frost, a musician too busy to give his wife and son the attention they deserve. Jack is killed in a car accident, and returns as a snowman.
National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation (1989) – I mean…if you don’t already know about this very funny story, are you really a fan of Christmas movies? Join Chevy Chase and Beverly D’Angelo as they try to give their families the best Christmas ever.
The Polar Express (2004) – One of my personal favorites is this lovely animated film about a boy’s struggle to keep his belief in the magic of Christmas. “Though I've grown old, the bell still rings for me, as it does for all who truly believe" makes me cry every time.
November 28:
Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade (8:30 a.m.) – The traditional Thanksgiving morning parade is available to watch live on Hulu this year.
November 29:
Nutcrackers (2024) – This Hulu original stars Ben Stiller as “strait-laced and work-obsessed Mike.” Mike suddenly finds himself responsible for his young orphaned nephews.