Christmas TV and films to stream 🎄

Last Christmas

Stream on BBC iPlayer

As an elf in an all year-round Christmas shop, Kate (Emilia Clarke) is not feeling particularly festive. Her chaotic life takes a turn for the better when she meets the charming Tom (Henry Goulding) in the street, although he seems almost too good to be true.

It’s a Wonderful Life (1946)  

Watch now on Amazon Prime 

Keep it classic with this much beloved 1946 picture. When George (James Stewart) is faced with a series of tragic events, he begins to wish he had never been born. Thanks to his guardian angel (Henry Travers) he is soon shown the positive impact that he has had on other people’s lives and discovers his true worth. 

Gavin & Stacey Christmas Special 

Thursday 22^nd November, BBC One at 10:40pm

Stream after on BBC iPlayer

It wouldn’t be Christmas without Gavin, Stacey, Nessa, Smithey and the whole gang. Stream both the iconic Christmas Special and the 2020 continuation on BBC iPlayer to enjoy this feel-good British classic.  

Call the Midwife Christmas Special 

Stream on BBC iPlayer 

Another irresistible go-to for Christmas is Call the Midwife. The period drama has long been a favourite all year round, and most of all at Christmas. Stream now on BBC iPlayer, including last years Christmas special!

Downton Abbey 

Watch now on Netflix 

Downton Abbey is another iconic period drama that we can’t help but snuggle down with once the Christmas tree is up. Get comfy with this nostalgic period drama following the staff and residents of a classic British stately home.  

All Creatures Great and Small Christmas Special  

Stream on My5 

The last few years we have been treated to All Creatures Great and Small Christmas Specials, and 2022 isn’t going to be any different! With a new Christmas Special coming soon during the festive period over on Channel 5, it’s the perfect time to look back and catch up with 2020 and 2021’s editions (along with the rest of the series!).

Bridget Jones’s Diary

Stream on BritBox

Bridget Jones’s Diary is definitely a must watch over the holidays! Bridget (Renee Zellweger) wants to sort her life out and get a boyfriend, but things get complicated when she finds herself stuck between two men (Colin Firth, Hugh Grant).

It’s a Very Merry Muppet Christmas Movie

Stream on ITVX

In the midst of putting on a Christmas show, the muppets find out that the owner of a bank (Joan Cusack) wants to take ownership their theatre and replace it with a nightclub! The gang must overcome the challenges she sets for them, and make sacrifices in order to retain their beloved Muppet Theatre…

The Holiday (2006)  

Watch now on Prime Video

After the end of their relationships, two women agree to swap homes for the Christmas period, in order to get some distance. While in foreign countries, both Amanda (Cameron Diaz) and Iris (Kate Winslet) become involved with local men, leaving them to choose between romance and home. 

Holidate (2020)  

Watch now on Netflix 

Sloan (Emma Roberts) and Jackson (Luke Bracey) are sick of being single during the festive season and being forced to come up with dates for the various parties and event. To solve this, they agree to be each other’s platonic plus-ones all year, but will they be able to remain ‘just friends’? 

Nativity! (2009)  

Stream on BBC iPlayer 

Paul (Martin Freeman), a primary school teacher, is a bit of a grinch despite being put in charge of his class’s Christmas nativity. Will he, with the help of goofy classroom assistant Mr Poppy (Mark Wooton), be able to pull off a spectacular show and outperform the rival private school? Watch and find out. 

How to Ruin Christmas: the Wedding 

Watch now on Netflix 

 After spending many Christmases away, Tumi Sello (Busi Lurayi) finally agrees to spend the festive period with her dysfunctional family. However, her big return isn’t exactly the triumphant event she imagines, as she manages to destroy her sister’s wedding just days before its due to happen. Stream seasons 1 and 2 now, and keep and eye out for season 3, arriving on the 9^th of December.

Horrible Histories – Cracking Christmas 

Stream on BBC iPlayer  

One for the kids, the Christmas special of the historical comedy show aired on the 10th of December, and is now available to stream. Get educated on the origins of the festive season through the show’s signature style of sketches and musical numbers.  

Love Actually (2003)  

Watch now on Prime Video

It doesn’t really feel like Christmas until Love Actually is on the tv, does it? The ensemble Richard Curtis film follows eight couples as they navigate their relationships during the festive period. Starring an all-star cast including Hugh Grant, Emma Thompson, Martin Freeman, Colin Firth, and more. 

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