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10 Best Christmas Movies On Netflix (That Go Perfectly With A Hot Chocolate)

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Let's face it, Netflix knows a thing or two about throwing together a smashing Christmas film. Whether it's a cringe-worthy (but totally brilliant) rom com, or a heart-warming animation, the guys over at the Netflix HQ have it in the bag. New to the Netflix Christmas movie gig? We've rounded up our favourites that go perfectly with a mug-full of hot chocolate.

With classics like A Christmas Prince and The Princess Switch, as well as all-new Holidate (this one's a must-watch!), we're convinced you're going to find a film you LOVE.

We've got your evening plans covered - try one of our pick of the best Christmas movies on Netflix.

1

The Christmas Chronicles

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Looking for a feel-good Christmas film? This story follows a brother and sister, Kate and Teddy Pierce, whose plans to catch Santa Claus on Christmas Eve turns into an unexpected journey that most kids could only dream about.

Starring: Kurt Russell, Darby Camp, Judah Lewis, Oliver Hudson

2

Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey

The ultimate family watch! A grumpy toymaker, who was once betrayed by his apprentice, finds a new lease of life when he gets a visit from his granddaughter. Featuring original music from John Legend and a song by Usher and Kiana Ledé, you'll be singing along throughout the whole film.

Starring: Forest Whitaker, Keegan-Michael Key

3

Klaus

Christmas animations are the real-deal. In this film, Klaus tells the story of a toymaker who is befriended by Smeerensburg's new postman, Jesper, who together hope to melt an age-old feud and deliver a sleigh full of holiday joy.

Starring: Joan Cusack, Rashida Jones, J.K. Simmons

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4

Holidate

This film will seriously have you laughing out loud. Featuring American Horror Story's Emma Roberts, the film follows Sloane, "the only single one left" in her family, who turns to Jackson to help her avoid the awkward "Why are you still single?" questions. Mutually agreeing on becoming each other's 'Holidates.'

Starring: Emma Roberts, Luke Bracey, Kristin Chenoweth

5

The Princess Switch

Just a week before Christmas, Margaret, the Duchess of Montenaro, switches places with Stacy, a "commoner" from Chicago, who looks exactly like her. With the assistance of a magical Santa's helper, Margaret falls in love with Stacy's handsome co-worker, while Stacy falls in love with Margaret's fiance, the dashing Prince.

Starring: Vanessa Hudgens, Sam Palladio and Nick Sagar

6

A Christmas Prince

A reporter goes undercover as a tutor to get the inside scoop on a playboy prince, she gets tangled in some royal intrigue and ends up finding love - but how long will she be able to keep up her lie?

Starring: Rose McIver, Sarah Douglas, Ben Lamb

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7

Let It Snow

In this movie, a group of teenagers are brought together by a snowstorm on Christmas Eve.

Starring: Isabela Moner, Joan Cusack, Kiernan Shipka

8

Christmas Inheritance

Before heiress, Ellen Langford, can inherit her father's gift business, she must deliver a special Christmas card to her dad's former partner in Snow Falls, the hometown she never knew. When a snowstorm strands her at the town inn, she's forced to work for her keep, and in the process, finds romance and discovers the true gift of Christmas.

Starring: Eliza Taylor, Jake Lacy, Andie MacDowell, Neil Crone

9

Operation Christmas Drop

A congressional assistant named Erica, is asked to investigate a US Air Force base in Guam with the intention of finding a reason to recommend its closure. But there she meets Air Force captain Andrew and things start to become complicated (surprise, surprise).

Starring: Kat Graham, Alexander Ludwig, Virginia Madsen

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10

Christmas Break-In

Big lover of Home Alone? This one's for you. Izzy, nine, is stranded at school before the Christmas break after her parents struggle to pick her up in time because of a blizzard. With a trio of robbers on the loose, it's up to Izzy to save the day.

Starring: Cameron Seely, Denise Richards and Daniel Glover

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Maz Gould is the Digital Writer at Delish UK, assisting the Editor in the running of the site, as well as writing food news, meaningful features and fun product round-ups. She’s passionate about all things food and drink, and has a WSET Level 2 Award in wines. When she’s not in work, Maz is drinking her way around London’s best cocktail bars, trying as many Lychee Martinis as possible.  

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