Hulu Subscribers Are Already Binge-Watching Classic Christmas Movies

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As a seasoned movie enthusiast who has spent countless winters huddled under blankets with a cup of hot cocoa and my trusty remote control, I can confidently say that Hulu’s Christmas movie marathon this year is nothing short of magical. Having grown up with the likes of “Elf,” “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation,” and “Christmas with the Kranks,” it warms my heart to see these classics still holding strong in the hearts of viewers.

December 1 has officially been and gone, so get your Christmas decorations up, turn on those fairy lights, and prepare for a festive movie marathon (providing you celebrate, of course). While we all know someone that takes Christmas a bit too far, subscribers are putting even them to shame, as holiday films are already dominating the streamer’s Top 10 charts. According to data from Flix Patrol, eight out of the top 10 streamed movies on Hulu this week are Christmas themed. We haven’t even hit the official 12 days of Christmas yet, but audiences are already in the yuletide spirit.

This week, the beloved Christmas film “Elf,” directed by Jon Favreau and starring Will Ferrell, reigns supreme on Hulu’s streaming charts. Other timeless holiday comedies also grace the list. In third position, we find “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation” with Chevy Chase and Randy Quaid. Moving down to sixth, “Christmas with the Kranks,” featuring Tim Allen, catches viewers’ attention. The seventh spot is occupied by “Deck the Halls,” starring Danny DeVito and Matthew Broderick. In eighth place is the critically panned 2004 comedy “Four Christmases” with Vince Vaughn. Interestingly, Vaughn makes a second appearance on the list with “Fred Claus” in ninth position.

Hulu subscribers have been enjoying a variety of animated Christmas specials. In fifth place is the somewhat unsettling film The Polar Express, which was released in 2004 and starred Tom Hanks under the direction of Robert Zemeckis. Despite being a popular choice for many who want to feel the Christmas spirit, it also caused quite a scare for countless children upon its release. The Nutcracker, another Hulu offering, ranks second on the list. This new movie features Ben Stiller and Linda Cardellini in the lead roles. According to the synopsis, Stiller plays a stiff-collared man whose life takes an unexpected turn when he becomes the caregiver for his energetic, orphaned nephews.

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Apart from Christmas-themed movies, “Alien: Romulus” and “Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl” take the next two positions. It’s unlikely that many people consider these films as part of their holiday viewing. However, for those who find excitement in watching alien predators or swashbuckling pirates during the festive season, feel free to enjoy it your way!

Following an exceptionally challenging and stormy 2024, a delightful Christmas flick could be just what we’re all craving to relax and kick off the new year with hopefulness. The qualities that make a fantastic Christmas film are a matter of personal preference. Even recently, director David Lowery argued that The Green Knight qualifies as a Christmas movie.

Absolutely, there are timeless Christmas movies that people often watch. Hulu viewers are currently immersing themselves in the delightful film, “Elf.” However, if you haven’t seen them yet, classics like “The Santa Clause,” “A Christmas Story,” “The Snowman,” “How the Grinch Stole Christmas,” “A Charlie Brown Christmas,” “Home Alone,” and “It’s A Wonderful Life” are all worthy choices. For those who prefer something more contemporary, there are films such as “The Holidate,” “The Christmas Chronicles,” or “Klaus.” However, this author’s top pick for the best Christmas movie is none other than Arnold Schwarzenegger’s hilarious film, “Jingle All the Way.

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2024-12-02 17:02