The holiday season is just around the corner, and what better way to get into the festive spirit than by snuggling up on the couch with a classic Christmas movie? While there are plenty of family-friendly holiday films to choose from, sometimes adults want something a little more grown-up to watch.
To help you get in the Christmas mood, we have compiled a list of the 10 best Christmas movies for adults, ranked on IMDb. From romantic comedies to heartwarming dramas, this list has something for everyone. So grab some hot cocoa, put on your comfiest pajamas, and get ready to enjoy some of the best Christmas movies around.
Here is the list of some of the Best Christmas Movies for Adults ranked according to IMDb:
1. Tokyo Godfathers
Release date:
November 8, 2003
IMDb rating:
7.8
Tokyo Godfathers is about three homeless individuals living as a makeshift family on the streets of Tokyo include middle-aged drunkard Gin (Darren Pleavin), teenage runaway Miyuki (Candice Moore), and former drag queen Hana (Myrta Dangelo). On Christmas Eve, they discover a newborn infant abandoned in the garbage while searching through the rubbish for food. The three misfits look for assistance in returning the baby to its parents around the streets of Tokyo, with little information about who the infant is or where it came from.
2. Hogfather
Release date:
December 17, 2006
IMDb rating:
7.4
The Hogfather, a cheery god-like being that brings children presents on December 32nd, is comparable to the characters of Santa Claus and Father Christmas in the US and UK. The Auditors of Reality, a group of “celestial bureaucrats,” strive to get rid of him.
3. Treevenge
Release date:
July 7, 2008
IMDb rating:
7.3
“Treevenge” is a darkly comedic horror film directed by Jason Eisener. The film is set in a world where Christmas trees are sentient beings who are cut down and used as decoration during the holiday season. The movie follows a group of Christmas trees who become fed up with their mistreatment and decide to take revenge on the humans who have been using and abusing them. The trees come to life and embark on a brutal killing spree, attacking anyone who gets in their way.
4. A Christmas Story Christmas
Release date:
November 17, 2022
IMDb rating:
6.8
The film brings virtually the whole original ensemble back after over 40 years and pays tribute to the original while avoiding fan service. Despite the disapproval of some ardent original film fans, A Christmas Story Christmas really adds dimensions to the series because it is far more sincere than its predecessor and because the finale deftly connects to the first movie in a way that no one could have expected.
5. Violent Night
Release date:
December 2, 2022
IMDb rating:
6.7
Violent Night tells the tale of a Christmas Eve when an elite group of mercenaries burst into a family compound and held everyone inside hostage. Santa Claus is on the premises and is about to demonstrate why this Nick is no saint, but they are unprepared for this unexpected opponent.
6. Spirited
Release date:
November 11, 2022
IMDb rating:
6.6
Another Dickens adaption, Spirited is far more of a spectacle thanks to its staging and star power.The movie offers precisely what people want to watch since it’s a somewhat engaging Christmas movie with a few exciting musical moments and two of the biggest movie stars now on the big screen. It even refers to Ferrell’s earlier Christmas movie from 2004. However, that joke may be more detrimental than helpful because it makes viewers think of a far superior holiday comedy than the one they’re now viewing.
7. The 12 Days Of Christmas Eve
Release date:
November 26, 2022
IMDb rating:
6.6
The Lifetime film, The 12 Days of Christmas Eve has gained attention due to Kelsey Grammer’s leading performance. The story revolves around a businessman who gets 12 chances to change the course of his life on Christmas Eve after a fatal accident. The plot is a unique twist on the time-loop concept, reminiscent of Groundhog Day and It’s a Wonderful Life. Grammer’s typically well-spoken, charming, and engaging acting style adds to the movie’s overall appeal.
8. Your Christmas Or Mine?
Release date:
December 2, 2022
IMDb rating:
6.4
The finest holiday movie on Amazon Prime Video this season is Your Christmas or Mine?, and unlike previous direct-to-streaming Christmas movies of its kind, it has some well-known actors. It is similar to Asa Butterfield’s role from Sex Education in that regard, but with less witty dialogue and more emotion. Butterfield plays a young man who is innocent and in love.
9. Scrooge: A Christmas Carol
Release date:
November 18, 2022
IMDb rating:
6.2
In the narrative told in A Christmas Carol, an elderly miser named Ebenezer Scrooge receives visits from the ghost of his former business partner Jacob Marley as well as the spirits of Christmases past, present, and yet to come. Scrooge becomes a more sociable, gentler guy after their visits. In prose, A Christmas Carol.
10. The Noel Diary
Release date:
November 24, 2022
IMDb rating:
6.1
One of Netflix’s ventures into the holiday rom-com genre is The Noel Diary. A best-selling novelist who travels home for the holidays and sets out on an odyssey to discover his history is the movie’s subject. The Noel Diary is undoubtedly one of the most exciting holiday romantic comedies while not doing anything particularly unique from the others.
Wrap up!
All in all, these ten best Christmas movies for adults are perfect for getting into the festive mood and enjoying some downtime during the holidays. Whether you’re looking for a heartwarming romance, a thrilling action flick, or a classic tale of redemption, these movies are sure to deliver. So grab a cup of hot cocoa, cuddle up by the fire, and let the magic of the holiday season come alive with these timeless films. Happy holidays!
Urooj Tufail
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