Kids & FamilyBarbie magically comes to life in this modern adaptation of the E.T.A. Hoffmann classic. The tale begins when Barbie, playing the role of Clara, receives a beautiful wooden Nutcracker as a gift from her favorite Aunt. That night, while Clara sleeps, the Nutcracker springs to life to ward off the evil Mouse King who has invaded Clara’s parlor. She awakes and aids the Nutcracker, but the Mouse King shrinks her by casting an evil spell. Clara and the Nutcracker set off on a spectacular adventure to find the Sugarplum Princess, the only one who can break the Mouse King’s evil enchantment. The tale is enhanced with spectacular dance scenes created by the acclaimed choreographer Peter Martins, and features the beloved music by Tchaikovsky. The real-life movements of dancers from the New York City Ballet bring the beauty of ballet to the screen in a way never seen before. Barbie in The Nutcracker shows that, if you are kind, clever and brave, anything is possible…
Kids & FamilyBarbie™ in A Christmas Carol is a heart-warming adaptation of the classic Dickens story filled with cherished Christmas carols, fabulous fashions and lots of laughs! The tale stars Barbie™ as Eden Starling™ the glamorous singing diva of a theatre in Victorian London. Along with her snooty cat, Chuzzlewit, Eden selfishly plans to make all the theatre performers stay and rehearse on Christmas Day! Not even Eden's costume designer and childhood friend, Catherine can talk Eden out of her self-centered tantrum. It's up to three very unusual Christmas Spirits to take Eden on a fantastical holiday journey that will open her heart to the spirit of the season and the joy of giving. Barbie™ in A Christmas Carol is a family favorite to enjoy every holiday season!
ComedyDiscover the magic of the Mean One this holiday season! Oscar-winning director Ron Howard and Oscar®-winning producer Brian Grazer bring Christmas' best-loved grump to life with the help of the irrepressible Jim Carrey as The Grinch. The Grinch is a celebration of the holiday spirit no home should be without! Why is The Grinch (Carrey) such a grouch? No one seems to know, until little Cindy Lou Who (Taylor Momsen) takes matters into her own hands and turns both Whoville and The Grinch's world upside down, inside out…and funny side up in her search for the true meaning of Christmas.
ComedyEight-year-old Kevin McCallister (Macaulay Culkin) has become the man of the house, overnight! Accidentally left behind when his family rushes off on a Christmas vacation, Kevin gets busy decorating the house for the holidays. But he's not decking the halls with tinsel and holly. Two bumbling burglars are trying to break in, and Kevin's rigging a bewildering battery of booby traps to welcome them!
ComedyEach Christmas, an industrial tycoon and his family travel from New York City to Florida to spend the holiday season in the sun, and while they are gone, a philosophical homeless man takes up residence in the millionaire's Fifth Avenue mansion. Letting himself in through a hole in the fence, he puts on designer clothes, smokes expensive cigars, eats gourmet food, and opens up the townhouse to his homeless friends so that they, too, can share in the holiday spirit. When the real homeowner's daughter returns to NYC early and discovers the house has been taken over, the homeless haven is in danger of disappearing forever. However, the warmhearted nature of the homeless intruders reinvigorates the unhappy wealthy family, and everyone succumbs to the true spirit of Christmas. Starring Victor Moore ("Swing Time," "The Seven Year Itch"), Academy Award-nominee Ann Harding ("Holiday," "When Ladies Meet") and Emmy Award-nominee Charles Ruggles ("Bringing Up Baby," "The Parent Trap").
Kids & FamilyWhen a doubting young boy takes an extraordinary train ride to the North Pole, he embarks on a journey of self-discovery that shows him that the wonder of life never fades for those who believe.
ComedyClassic Christmas romantic comedy stars Janet Leigh ("Psycho," Touch of Evil") as a poor young widow torn between a boring successful businessman and a romantic ne'er-do-well. Oscar-nominee Robert Mitchum ("Cape Fear," "Crossfire") and Wendell Corey ("Rear Window," "Sorry, Wrong Number") co-star.
Action & AdventureFrom the producers of Nobody and John Wick comes a bare-knuckle, coal-dark holiday action-comedy that says you should always bet on red. When a team of mercenaries breaks into a wealthy family compound taking everyone inside hostage, they are not prepared for a surprise combatant: Santa Claus. David Harbour (Stranger Things) stars as St. Nick, delivering some serious season's beatings to save the family and the spirit of Christmas.
HolidayIt's the day before Christmas and the Bedrock Community Players are presenting their version of "A Christmas Carol." Fred, starring as Scrooge, becomes so self-absorbed that he forgets to get Christmas gifts for his family, forgets to pick up Pebbles from the Cave Care center, and accuses Barney of being a snitch. Fred, with an ego the size of a tyrannosaurus, starts to become the role in which he's cast in this animated holiday special.
HolidayCan there be such a thing as too much Christmas? Find out...when a magical Christmas wish is granted and Elmo gets to see what the world would be like if every day were Christmas! You'll enjoy lots of songs and holiday cheer with Elmo and his new friend Lightning, the reindeer, and discover for yourself why Christmas is best kept to one day a year!
ComedyIt's the final days before Christmas in early 1940s Cleveland, and 9-year-old Ralphie wants one thing from Santa Clause more than anything else: a Red Ryder Carbine Action Air Rifle. As he trudges through the snow to school, faces the neighborhood bully and visits a malevolent department store Santa Clause, Ralphie connives, conspires and campaigns for the most fabulous Christmas present ever in this heartwarming, hysterical and sweetly nostalgic holiday film.
HolidayAshley and Mary-Kate Olsen star in this lighthearted, action-packed, romantic comedy. Running away to visit their grandmother at Christmastime, the adventurous twins find themselves on the journey of a lifetime when they become entangled with madcap gangsters.
HolidayIn the first-ever Elmo's World holiday special, Elmo is happily gearing up to celebrate Christmas. But what present will he give Dorothy, his beloved goldfish? As he searches for the perfect gift, Elmo is excited to learn that there are many different winter holidays. He discovers that Christmas, Chanukah, and Kwanzaa have much in common, too. His exploration sparks a journey to the North Pole, where Elmo meets Santa, who has some expert advice about the true spirit of Christmas - leading Elmo to the perfect gift for Dorothy!
HolidayThere is nothing more festive than a fire on a cold winter's night, watching a flickering flame rekindles the spirit of the holiday season. What’s more, the true sense of well-being and relaxation that this can induce is invaluable in the hustle and bustle during the holidays. Welcome to “Christmas Moods by the Fireplace”…pull up a chair, put your feet up and relax to soothing sounds mixed with images of mesmerizing dancing flames. This holiday yule log is everything you need to create the perfect fire in your own living room on your TV or computer, at a push of a button. It is perfect when it’s cold outside or you just want to curl up with the one you love for a special evening. Burning for a restful two hours, this program will not only help you to relax and put the trials and tensions of the day into perspective, it will also warm and comfort the soul in a way that you would not have believed possible from your television set.
ComedyScott Calvin, is a divorced father whose strained relationship with his son Charlie, begins to mend only after a bizarre twist of fate transforms him into the new Santa. When the current Mr. Claus falls off the roof on Christmas eve, Scott dons Santa's suit, and he and his son are whisked off to the North Pole. There he meets Bernard the head elf, who tells him about the clause, a contract stating that whoever puts on the santa suit must also take on all the responsibilities that go with the position. Scott isn't too thrilled about his sudden career change. Charlie, however, is overjoyed. Over the next 12 months Scott gains an enormous amount of weight and sprouts a full white beard. Though he fights the inevitable, when Christmas eve arrives Scott and Charlie, eight reindeer and the Elf Swat Team strive to make believers of all of us, and in the events that follow, it becomes clear that Scott indeed is the real Santa.
ComedyTim Allen is back in the big red suit for more adventure and laughs in Disney's hilarious family comedy. Get ready for a thrilling sleigh ride as the reluctant Santa Claus faces his most chilling and hysterical challenge yet. As Christmas nears, Scott Calvin invites his in-laws (Ann-Margret and Alan Arkin) to join the festivities. The holidays take a chaotic turn when Scott discovers a way out of his "Santa Clause" and the mischievous Jack Frost (Martin Short) puts the big freeze on Christmas' big cheese! Unless Scott can save the day, it's going to be a very chilly Frostmas at the North Pole and all around the world. Will Scott be able to get his job back in the St. Nick of time? Celebrate the holidays with THE SANTA CLAUSE 3: THE ESCAPE CLAUSE. It's a gift the whole family will treasure.
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Holiday¡Feliz Navidad! It's Christmas time, but Swiper is up to no good! After he lands on Santa's naughty list, Dora must help the sneaky fox discover the true spirit of Christmas. You can help too as you join Dora in this retelling of a holiday classic!
HolidayIt's Christmas Eve on Sesame Street, and everyone is joining in the excitement - until a question from Oscar throws Big Bird into a tailspin. "How does a guy like Santa Claus, who's built like a dump truck, come down all those skinny little chimneys?" Oscar asks. Suddenly Big Bird is worried that if he can't answer the question, there won't be any presents on Christmas! With the help of all his Sesame Street friends, Big Bird attempts to solve the mystery. But in the process, he discovers that the true miracle of Christmas isn't the presents under the tree, but the spirit of loving and sharing.
Concert FilmsFilmed on 12/18/04 at the sold out Universal Amphitheatre in LA, "Christmas Extravaganza" captures the full effect of a rockin' Setzer blowout with 25 tracks spanning from Setzer's entire career, from Stray Cats and BSO hits to Christmas chestnuts.
DocumentaryChristmas just isn't Christmas without Andy Williams. To millions around the world Andy Williams always arrived just before Santa. This Christmas collection features 24 of the greatest songs of the holiday season, including "The Most Wonderful Time of the Year," "White Christmas," "It's A Holiday Season," "Silver Bells," "I'll Be Home for Christmas," "Jingle Bells," "Christmas Song," "Ave Maria," "Mary's Boy Child," "Silent Night," and "O Holy Night." Andy is joined by the entire Williams clan and the Osmond Brothers. Year after year, Andy Williams put the Christmas wreath on the door, set up a tree with all the trimmings and made sure there were chestnuts roasting on an open fire. Now you can enjoy the best of Andy Williams Christmas Shows.
Kids & FamilyEnter an extraordinary world filled with magic and wonder -- where every holiday has its own special land... and imaginative, one-of-a-kind characters! The Nightmare Before Christmas tells the heartfelt tale of Jack Skellington, the Pumpkin King of Halloween Town, and all things that go bump in the night. Bored with the same old tricks and treats, he yearns for something more, and soon stumbles upon the glorious magic of Christmas Town! Jack decides to bring this joyful holiday back to Halloween Town. But as his dream to fill Santa's shoes unravels, it's up to Sally, the rag doll who loves him, to stitch things back together. This critically acclaimed movie milestone captured the heart and imagination of audiences everywhere with its Academy Award-nominated stop-motion effects, engaging Grammy-nominated music, and the genius of Tim Burton (Batman, Planet of the Apes). The Nightmare Before Christmas -- a delightful treat the whole family will enjoy!
HolidayGeorge Bailey has so many problems he is thinking about ending it all – and it’s Christmas! As the angels discuss George, we see his life in flashback. As George is about to jump from a bridge, he ends up rescuing his guardian angel, Clarence. Clarence then shows George what his town would have looked like if it hadn’t been for all of his good deeds over the years. Will Clarence be able to convince George to return to his family and forget suicide?
HolidayDr. Seuss’ timeless classic comes to life in a shiny all-new Ultimate Edition of How the Grinch Stole Christmas, now with 2 newly remastered Grinch Specials: The Grinch Grinches the Cat in the Hat and Halloween is Grinch Night! With Who-ville brimming with joyful anticipation of Christmas, high above in the chilly mountains, the Grinch shares no such warmth for the holiday. Why this green meanie has hatched a plan to do away with Christmas once and for all! Featuring animation by the legendary Chuck Jones, bring home this heartfelt reason for the Yul-tide season.
HolidayNeal Page is an advertising executive who just wants to fly home to Chicago to spend Thanksgiving with his family. But all Neal Page gets is misery. Misery named Del Griffith — a loud mouthed, but nevertheless lovable, salesman who leads Neal on a cross-country, wild goose chase that keeps Neal from tasting his turkey. Steve Martin (Neal) and John Candy (Del) are absolutely wonderful as two guys with a knack for making the worst of a bad situation. If it's painful, funny, or just plain crazy, it happens to Neal and Del in "Planes, Trains and Automobiles." Every traveller's nightmare in a comedy-come-true!
HolidayAfter leaving the Army after W.W.II, Bob Wallace and Phil Davis team up to become a top song-and-dance act. Davis plays matchmaker and introduces Wallace to a pair of beautiful sisters (Betty and Judy) who also have a song-and-dance act. When Betty and Judy travel to a Vermont lodge to perform a Christmas show, Wallace and Davis follow, only to find their former commander, General Waverly, is the lodge owner. A series of romantic mix-ups ensue as the performers try to help the General.
ComedyThe fun begins when the rich and greedy Duke Brothers (Don Ameche and Ralph Bellamy) wager a bet over whether born loser Valentine (Eddie Murphy) could become as successful as the priggish Winthorpe (Dan Akroyd) if circumstances were reversed. The Dukes have the money to make this happen, but when Valentine and Winthorpe catch on they arrange for a rich and riotous payback!
HolidayA network TV president is perhaps the most cold-hearted man ever, but his holiday spirit is given a painful booster shot by three vengeful ghosts. In this darkly comic updating of Charles Dicken's Christmas classic "A Christmas Carol," Bill Murray portrays Frank Cross, an evil, crass, executive who caters to the lowest-of-the-lowest common denominators, firing people whenever he wants to and for the flimsiest of reasons. Therefore, to change his cruel and tasteless ways, Cross is taken on a trip through his past to his future, accompanied by ghosts David Johansen and Carol Kane, so that he can achieve redemption.
HolidayMrs. Santa Claus tells the story of the year that Santa Claus, feeling ill and unwanted, decided to take a holiday. But when the elves show Santa all the toys they are preparing--and the children eagerly awaiting Christmas--Santa dons his red suit and drives his gift-laden sleigh for his annual rounds in this stop-motion animated family special.Mrs. Santa Claus tells the story of the year that Santa Claus, feeling ill and unwanted, decided to take a holiday. But when the elves show Santa all the toys they are preparing--and the children eagerly awaiting Christmas--Santa dons his red suit and drives his gift-laden sleigh for his annual rounds in this stop-motion animated family special.
Kids & Family'Tis the season for love, laughter, and one of the most cherished stories of all time! Join Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy, and all the hilarious Muppets in this merry, magical version of Charles Dickens' classic tale. Academy Award® winner Michael Caine (Best Supporting Actor, 2000, The Cider House Rules; 1987, Hannah And Her Sisters) gives a performance that's anything but "bah, humbug!" as greedy, penny-pinching Ebenezer Scrooge. One fateful Christmas Eve, Scrooge is visited by the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Future. Together with kind, humble Bob Cratchit (Kermit the Frog) and his family, the Spirits open Scrooge's eyes -- and his heart -- to the true meaning of Christmas. Filled with original music and dazzling special effects, this restored and remastered 50th Anniversary Edition of The Muppet Christmas Carol will become a holiday tradition your family will treasure all the days of the year.
Kids & FamilyEveryone, especially children, knows that the holiday season is a time for miracles. However, six-year-old Susan Walker (Mara Wilson) has doubts about childhood's most enduring miracle...Santa Claus. This holiday season, Susan is going to receive the most precious gift of all: something to believe in. And she's about to discover that miracles do occur...The story relates the arrival of one Kris Kringle (Richard Attenborough), a department store Santa who believes he's the genuine article, and who subsequently turns a skeptical child's world upside-down. When Kris is put on trial to prove he's Santa, the youngster -- and everyone around her -- learns the true meaning of faith, the importance of family... and that even today, we all need something to believe in.
ComedyWalt Disney Pictures presents an all-new comedy adventure overflowing with holiday cheer. Tim Allen reappears in Santa Clause 2, the hilarious sequel to everybody's holiday favorite. Scott Calvin (Allen) has been Santa Claus for the past eight years, and his loyal elves consider him the best one ever. But Scott's got problems. His son Charlie has landed on this year's "naughty" list, and if Scott doesn’t marry by Christmas Eve -- one very, very short month away -- he'll stop being Santa forever. Embracing Christmas and the magic of family with heart, warmth, fun, and charm, Santa Clause 2 is classic holiday entertainment everybody will enjoy again and again.
Kids & FamilyThe holiday season is in full swing when a cultured gentlemen with twinkling eyes, and ample belly, and a snowy beard is hired as Macy's department store Santa. He claims his name is Kris Kringle, and soon fills everyone with Christmas spirit - except for his boss, Doris Walker, who's raising her daughter Susan to not believe in Santa but when Kris is declared insane and put on trail everyone's faith is put to the test as old and young alike face the age old question: Do you believe in Santa Claus?
HolidayShe knows who's been naughty, and you better act nice, because Madea (Tyler Perry) is coming with a hilarious holiday comedy! Madea and her friend Eileen (Anna Maria Horsford) pay a surprise visit to Eileen's daughter, Lacey (Tika Sumpter). But the surprise is on them - Lacey has secretly married, and her oddball in-laws (Larry the Cable Guy and Kathy Najimy) are Eileen's worst nightmare! With everyone's tinsel in a tangle, Madea must use her wickedly funny wiles to restore holiday cheer.
ComedyHigh powered businessman Howard Langston (Arnold Schwarzenegger), is hard at work taking last-minute orders from customers to whom he just can't say no, including his son, Jamie (Jake Lloyd), who asked for the hottest action figure of the season -- Turbo Man! Unfortunately, Howard is facing one BIG problem. It's Christmas Eve and Turbo Man has been sold out since Thanksgiving! Howard's down-to-the-wire trek to find Turbo Man quickly turns into an odyssey wilder than he could have ever imagined. In the course of his seemingly endless Yuletide misadventures, he finds himself in a no-holds-barred fight-to-the-finish with a crazed postman named Myron (Sinbad), who is out to claim the last Turbo Man for his kid. It's enough to scare away even the bravest of men. But to Howard, this is war -- and he's determined to win...no matter what!
Kids & FamilyThis delightful holiday offering stars Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck, Minnie Mouse, Daisy Duck, Goofy and his son Max, Pluto, Uncle Scrooge McDuck and the mischievous nephews Huey, Dewey and Louie in a quintet of tales about the importance of sharing, the necessity of opening your heart to loved ones, the appreciation of people for who they are, and the rewards of unselfishness.
Kids & FamilyChristmas elicits nothing more than "bah, humbug!" from Ebenezer Scrooge (George Scott), a miser whose sole pursuit of financial success has left him a bitter and lonely old man. But a Christmas Eve visit from the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future ultimately teaches him to open his heart to the spirit of Christmas and to the joys of friends and family.
ComedyMatthew Broderick and Danny DeVito star in this hilarious holiday comedy as two competitive neighbors who try to put the "win" in "winter!" Determined to unseat Steve Finch (Broderick) as the town's holiday season king, Buddy Hall (DeVito) plasters his house with so many decorative lights that it'll be visible from space! When their wives (Kristin Davis and Kristin Chenoweth) bond, and their kids follow suit, the two men only escalate their rivalry, and their decorating. It's anybody's guess whether the holidays will wind up jolly or jostled in this wild laugh-fest the whole family will love!
RomanceSt. Louis 1903. The well-off Smith family has four beautiful daughters, including Esther and little Tootie. 17-year old Esther has fallen in love with the boy next door who has just moved in, John. He however, barely notices her at first. The family is shocked when Mr. Smith reveals that he has been transfered to a nice position in New York, which means that the family has to leave St. Louis and the St. Louis Fair.
ComedyJournalist Elizabeth Lane is one of the country's most famous food writer. In her columns, she describes herself as a hard working farm woman, taking care of her children and being an excellent cook. But this is all lies. In reality she is an unmarried New Yorker who can't even boil an egg. The recipes come from her good friend Felix. The owner of the magazine she works for has decided that a heroic sailor will spend his Christmas on 'her' farm. Miss Lane knows that her career is over if the truth comes out, but what can she do?
HolidayRudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer has a new problem -- Baby New Year has run away from Father Time and Santa has sent Rudolph after him. The future is riding on Rudolph's success -- without a Baby New Year to ring in the next year, December 31st will last forever and thereby eliminate all future Christmases.
ComedyOh, the joy of family. A new comedy from writer/director David E. Talbert (Baggage Claim) and producer Will Packer (Ride along, Think Like a Man series), Almost Christmas tells the festive story of a beloved patriarch who asks his family for one gift this holiday season: to get along. If they can honor that wish and spend five days under the same roof without killing one another, it will be a Christmas miracle. Share the holiday love, laughs, and charm with an all-star cast including Danny Glover, Mo’Nique, JB Smoove, Gabrielle Union, and Omar Epps.
ComedyThis is a story you've never heard before, a hilarious and heartwarming comedy about Fred Claus, Santa's brother and complete opposite. After growing up in saintly Nick's shadow, Fred becomes a grouch who's lost his belief in Christmas. Then, one magical December, Fred flies north (first class via reindeer) to find brother Nick is in trouble: a scheming efficiency expert is out to shut down Christmas forever! Expect fun by the sleighful as Fred helps save Christmas and rediscovers the gift of family. Join Vince Vaughn, Paul Giamatti, Miranda Richardson, Rachel Weisz, Kathy Bates, Kevin Spacey and more in a yuletide treat to enjoy for years to come.
Kids & FamilyA heartwarming story for the whole family! Following the death of his father, a young boy is befriended by a magical snowman who turns out to be his reincarnated father. Christmas fantasy-adventure stars Michael Keaton ("Batman," "Jackie Brown"), Kelly Preston ("Jerry Maguire"), Mark Addy ("The Full Monty"), Henry Rollins ("Heat") and pop-personality, Dweezil Zappa.
HolidayIt's the SpongeBob Christmas Special, ‘Tis the Season to be Jerky! At Christmastime in Bikini Bottom, everyone's excited except Plankton, who always gets a lump of coal from Santa. But he vows this year he'll finally get his wish – the Krabby Patty formula! And it won't be by being good. He's gonna make everyone in Bikini Bottom bad!
Kids & FamilyCelebrate the true spirt of Christmas in the original holiday special, The Little Drummer Boy. Frustrated with the world, the lonely orphan Aaron finds solace in his animal friends and playing the drum. After traveling through the desert to Bethlehem, he finds himself witnessing the birth of baby Jesus. Based on the popular song of the same name, the Rankin/Bass production of The Little Drummer Boy features iconic "Animagic" stop-motion animation and music by The Vienna Boys' Choir. It's pure holiday magic for the entire family!
HolidayAn all-star cast creates the voices for this delightful holiday story featuring everyone's favorite reindeer and snowman. Rudolph and Frosty are pitted against Winterbolt, an icy wizard who plots to make the North Pole his own evil domain, and enlist the help of Jack Frost and many others to fight the evil Winterbolt. Songs include the perennial favorites "Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer," "Frosty the Snowman," "Rockin" Around the Christmas Tree" and many others. Filmed using stop-motion animated puppets.
HolidayNine-year-old Jessica believes in Heaven, Santa Claus and flying reindeer. One day, she finds a wounded reindeer in the snowy woods. Believing it is the real Prancer, she wants to nurse it back to health so she can 'return it to Santa.' Her effort to save it brings about wonderful changes in the lives of everyone: her father (Sam Elliott), their unusual neighbor (Cloris Leachman), a crotchety veterinarian (Abe Vigoda), a department store Santa (Michael Constantine), and the people of the town.
MusicalsThis perennial, Christmas-season favorite teams screen legends Bing Crosby and Fred Astaire as entertainers (and rival suitors of Marjorie Reynolds) running an inn that is only open on holidays. It's a true showcase for lots of singing and dancing, seamlessly wrapped in a catchy story. The Irving Berlin numbers (each one connected to a different holiday) are winners, while Crosby's warm performance of "White Christmas" becomes a movie touchstone (and winner of the Oscar for Best Song)! DISCLAIMER: This program includes racial and cultural depictions that are outdated and offensive. Although these depictions do not represent the values of NBCUniversal, they have not been removed in the interest of presenting the original content and preserving history. This program is reflective of the time when it was made and serves as a reminder of the racism and prejudice that was once considered acceptable.
HolidayThe spirit of Christmas becomes a musical celebration of life in this rousing Oscar nominated adaptation of Charles Dickens' A CHRISTMAS CAROL. Mean-spirited and stingy, Ebenezer Scrooge has a sour face and a "humbug" for anyone who crosses his path. But on this Christmas Eve, he will learn the terrible fate that awaits him if he continues his miserly ways. Filled with joyous songs, this delightful tale has enriched the lives of young and old alike for generations.
ComedyBad Santa 2 returns Academy Award® winner Billy Bob Thornton to the screen as America's favorite anti-hero, Willie Soke. Fueled by cheap whiskey, greed and hatred, Willie teams up once again with his angry little sidekick, Marcus (Tony Cox), to knock off a Chicago charity on Christmas Eve. Along for the ride is ‘the kid’ - chubby and cheery Thurman Merman (Brett Kelly), a 250-pound ray of sunshine who brings out Willie’s sliver of humanity. Mommy issues arise when the pair are joined by Academy Award®, Golden Globe and Emmy-winner Kathy Bates, as Willie’s horror story of a mother, Sunny Soke. A super butch super bitch, Sunny raises the bar for the gang’s ambitions, while somehow lowering the standards of criminal behavior. Willie is further burdened by lusting after the curvaceous and prim Diane, played by Emmy Award-nominee Christina Hendricks, the charity director with a heart of gold and libido of steel.
HolidayThe world's favorite snowman, Frosty, has lots of young friends, still he's lonely for another snow-person. The children build him a wife named Crystal, but jealous, cold-hearted Jack Frost plots to keep Frosty and Crystal from finding happiness together in this musical, animated family special.
Kids & FamilyGolden Globe-winner Randy Quaid ("Not Another Teen Movie," "Independence Day") reprises his role as the eternal loser Cousin Eddie who gets his own adventure in this newest chapter in the hilarious National Lampoon franchise. After getting bitten by a lab monkey, Eddie's boss sends him and his family on a South Pacific Christmas vacation in the hopes that Eddie won't sue. When the family winds up trapped with their guide on a tropical island, it's Eddie to the rescue when he finally gets a chance to prove himself to be a real man. Also starring Emmy and Golden Globe-winner Ed Asner ("Elf," TV's "The Mary Tyler Moore Show"), Miriam Flynn ("National Lampoon's Vacation" movies), Dana Barron ("National Lampoon's Vacation") and Jake Thomas ("The Lizzie McGuire Movie," "A.I.: Artificial Intelligence").
HolidayDrew Latham (Ben Affleck) uneager to spend another lonely Christmas in his own home. Longing for holidays past, Drew travels to his childhood home intending to relive the experience of a family Christmas — unfortunately, his family no longer lives there. This represents only a small snafu to Drew, who offers the Valco patriarch and his wife (Sopranos star James Gandolfini and Catherine O'Hara) a huge amount of money if they consent to pretend they are his parents and that he is a cherished member of the family. This entails participating in Latham family traditions, such as Christmas tree selection and crowded holiday shopping excursions. Though the Valcos reluctantly go along with Drew's requests, Alicia, their eldest daughter, arrives at home and refuses to comply with her "brother's" wishes.
Kids & FamilyThe original, classic, holiday favorite continues five years later with Ralphie, Randy, Mom, and the Old Man. This time, Ralphie has his eyes fixed on a car... but trouble is sure to follow.
Kids & Family‘Tis the season to celebrate with everyone’s favorite St. Bernard, Beethoven, in an all-new, heartwarming holiday adventure where the hilarious canine speaks for the first time! When Henry the elf (Kyle Massey, TV’s That’s So Raven) flees the North Pole with Santa’s sleigh and his magical bag of toys, he crash-lands the precious cargo in a suburban neighborhood tree. But when the bag ends up in the wrong hands, it’s up to heroic Beethoven and his teenage pal, Mason (Munro Chambers, TV’s Degrassi: The Next Generation), to rescue Henry, fetch Santa’s toys and save Christmas for children everywhere. Featuring an all-star cast, including Tom Arnold as the voice of Beethoven, it’s a barking good time for the whole family!
Kids & FamilyOn Christmas Eve a young girl named Clara wants to stay up to play with her Nutcracker doll, but she must go to bed. After everyone has retired, she sneaks downstairs to be with her doll, falls asleep and dreams a magical dream: Clara is kidnapped by a Mouse King, but her Nutcracker doll--now a dashing prince--rescues her.
Kids & FamilyIn the tradition of Disney's classic holiday tales comes a heartwarming movie about the power of giving and the true meaning of Christmas. Discover how the legendary friendship of Santa Claus and Santa Paws began in the inspiring original film, The Search For Santa Paws. When Santa and his new best friend, Paws, discover that the boys and girls of the world have lost the spirit of the season, they take a trip to New York City. But after Santa loses his memory, it's up to Paws, a faithful orphan named Quinn (America's Got Talent's Kaitlyn Maher), her new friend Will (The Game Plan's Madison Pettis) and a wonderful group of magical talking dogs to save St. Nick and show the world what Christmas is really all about.
ComedyFrom Oscar®-nominated screenwriter Richard Curtis comes Genie, a holiday fairytale comedy about a genie, a man, and landing one last chance to fix the mess you've made of your life. With his job, life and family unraveling around him, a despondent Bernard (Paapa Essiedu) dusts off a jewelry box and unintentionally releases genie Flora (Melissa McCarthy), who just might be able to help him. Maybe. It's a longshot, frankly. In the process, Flora and Bernard will discover that love, and an unexpected friendship, can unleash a special holiday magic all its own.
HolidayWhen a driven doctor doesn't get the prestigious job she planned for, she unexpectedly finds herself moving to a remote Alaskan town. She soon warms to the friendly town & it's cast of characters but suspects it's hiding one big holiday secret.
HolidayIn this new Hallmark Channel holiday movie, a woman sets out to meet her fiancé's family at Christmas and winds up at the wrong house. Once the mistake is corrected, she realizes that her bond with the wrong family—and their eligible son—was stronger than her bond with the right one. Stars Alicia Witt and Mark Wiebe.
HolidayIn this new Hallmark Channel holiday movie, widow Kathy Howard is having a hard time facing her first Christmas without her husband when she meets Christmas tree lot owner Tim Pierce who helps her to see that there is still hope and love in the world. Kathy however, is unsure if she is truly ready to move on. Will she stay stuck in her grief, or will Tim and the Christmas season help open her heart to a new life?
HolidayIn a hilarious take on Charles Dickens' holiday favorite A Christmas Carol, Daffy Duck, the Scrooge-like proprietor of the Lucky Duck megamart, demands that his employees, including his long suffering manager, Porky Pig, work on Christmas Day instead of spending the holiday with their families. Its up to Bugs Bunny and the ghosts of Christmas past (Tweety and Granny), present (Yosemite Sam) and future (Taz) to make sure that Daffy realizes the error of his ways and saves Christmas for the Looney Tunes gang.
HolidayWhen Hannah Harper is sent to a Christmas-themed town called Cookie Jar to negotiate the sale of the town's famous cookie company, she gets more than she bargained for with the company's charming owner Jake. A Hallmark Channel original movie.
HolidayAmbitious Wendy (Laura Breckenridge) works nonstop for boss Priscilla (Elisabeth Röhm). After a late-night assignment, Wendy finds herself trapped in an elevator with a handsome stranger and they share an amazing, impulsive kiss, never revealing their identities. When Wendy discovers the mystery man is Priscilla's boyfriend, Adam (Brendan Fehr), things couldn't get more awkward. He doesn't recognize her, but as they spend time together, Wendy realizes she's falling in love. Should she risk everything and tell Adam before it's too late?
Kids & FamilyAward-winning actress Mary Steenburgen (TV's Joan of Arcadia, Hope Springs) gives a solid performance as Ginny Grainger, a young mother who rediscovers the joy and beauty of Christmas, thanks to the unshakable faith of her six-year-old daughter Abbie (Elizabeth Harnois) and Gideon (Harry Dean Stanton), Ginny's very own guardian angel. Ginny's wondrous experience will touch your heart and warm your soul in the timeless tradition of past Disney favorites. One Magic Christmas fulfills all your most treasured Christmas fantasies. Share it with those you love.
HolidaySam hates the holidays. Bailey loves the holidays. On a lonely Valentine’s Day the two meet-cute, quickly bond, and become friends. With every passing holiday Sam and Bailey spend together, they fall further in love with each other.
HolidayCelebrate the season Scooby-Doo style as Scooby-Doo and the Mystery, Inc. gang faces off against festive frights, frosty nights, and - jeepers - the ghost of Christmas, who wants to wish everyone a scary Christmas! In this collection of cold-weather capers, Scooby-Doo and the gang unwrap a series of mysteries in order to stop a group of chilling crooks from stealing the spirits of the season!
HorrorAfter his parents are murdered, a young boy is sent to stay at an orphanage where he is abused by the Mother Superior. Now eighteen, the tormented teenager goes on a murderous rampage dressed as Santa. A controversial, cult-classic slasher and the perfect antidote to the holiday season.
HolidayI Heard the Bells tells the inspiring true story behind the beloved Christmas carol and its author, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. Known as America's Poet, Henry leads an idyllic life—until the day his world is shattered by tragedy. With a nation divided by Civil War and his family torn apart, Henry puts down his pen, silenced by grief. But it's the sound of Christmas morning that reignites the poet's lost voice as he discovers the resounding hope of rekindled faith.
Kids & FamilyCelebrate the season with all your favorite Muppets in this heartwarming and hilarious holiday movie. Whoopi Goldberg, Uma Thurman, Nathan Lane and other sensational guest stars join our fuzzy friends on a wild and wacky Christmas adventure full of side-splitting laughs and memorable music. When Gonzo forgets to mail three letters to Santa, he convinces Kermit and the gang to help him deliver the notes to the North Pole. Along the way, they discover that Christmas is the time to be with those you care about most, as they dash home to make a friend's Christmas wish come true. Letters To Santa is hours of holiday fun for the entire family!
Kids & FamilyCelebrate the snowy holiday season with the Bubble Guppies and Team Umizoomi! First, join the Guppies for a fin-tastic snow-filled feature. Everyone in Bubbletucky is getting ready for the holidays … everyone except Mr. Grumpfish. The Guppies need to work together to show their grumpy neighbor the joy of the holiday season. Then, as a bonus holiday gift, team up with Team Umizoomi in two special episodes! Use your mighty math powers to help Milli, Geo, and Bot make Sanjay's holiday wish come true by finding him a sled on a journey through snowy Umi City. Then, help the team save the day when The TroubleMakers set 50 baby penguins loose in Umi City. You can count on a swim-sational holiday with Bubble Guppies and Team Umizoomi in these three festive episodes!
HolidayJoy is just around the corner when Susan Sarandon, Penelope Cruz, Paul Walker, and Alan Arkin fill out an all-star cast in this holiday classic. As five strangers come together on Christmas Eve, a story of peace, companionship, comfort, love, and healing unfolds against the backdrop of New York City. Noel, with its stunning cast and inspirational story, proves miracles are closer than you think.
HolidayAfter begrudgingly leaving Manhattan, Kristin & her daughter Emily struggle to find their way in Kristin's small home town. With the help of a hunky music teacher & a little holiday magic, Kristin & Emily find that home is where the heart is.
HolidayWhen her family guilt-trips her into going home for the holidays and bringing her girlfriend along, perfectionist Taylor concedes, but there's one little problem: they broke up. Not wanting her family to know, Taylor hires an actress to pose as her girlfriend.
HolidayButtons: A Christmas Tale is the magical, musical story that shows believing can be the greatest gift of all. Follow the heartwarming journey of two orphan girls whose only wish is to find a home for Christmas. With a little help from their guardian angels (screen legends Dick Van Dyke and Angela Lansbury), they discover that miracles really can happen when you find the power to believe. From director Tim Janis, this inspiring holiday film for the whole family features an all-star cast including Jane Seymour, Roma Downey and Abigail Spencer, and is narrated by Kate Winslet and Robert Redford, with a special song by Sir Paul McCartney.
DramaA Hallmark Channel original movie. Anna (Katrina Law), an unemployed painter, is hired to become a personal shopper for Marc (Aaron O'Connell), a corporate exec. Marc learns that Christmas gifts has less to do with the dollar amount spent and more to do with the importance of the gift.
HolidayCarlo Collodi's most famous puppet creation stars in a musical tale that finds the poor lad Pinocchio conned out of money intended for Papa Gepetto's Christmas gift. Filmed using slow-motion animated puppets and featuring wonderful holiday classic songs.
DramaA Hallmark Channel original movie. When Sam, a workaholic bachelor, babysits his niece and nephew before the holidays, he recruits help from their handsome neighbor Jason and finds himself in an unexpected romance.
HolidayWarner Bros. has provided a feast of laughs this holiday season. First up is "Bugs Bunny's Thanksgiving Diet," featuring Bugs as head of a diet clinic specializing in weighty Thanksgiving matters. Then make way for "Daffy Duck's Thanks-for-giving Special," wherein Daffy's thoughts turn to what is nearest and dearest to him himself!
HolidayA Hallmark Channel original movie. Darcy (Lacey Chabert) has always worked hard to prove herself and be successful on her own terms, even choosing to start her own company, rather than work with her father. Returning to her hometown for Christmas, Darcy reconnects with an old rival, restaurant owner Luke (Brendan Penny), and they are forced to plan a charity event together. As Darcy spends time with her family and Luke, she starts to realize what matters most in life and sets out to mend her relationship with her father, and possibly fall in love. Based on the book of the same title by Melissa de la Cruz.
HolidayHARK! THE HERALD PUNDIT SINGS! Families have gathered around the TV to enjoy Stephen Colbert's Christmas specials every year since 2008. Now, you can experience the joy over and over! Join Stephen and his friends-Toby Keith, Elvis Costello, John Legend, Feist, Willie Nelson, and Jon Stewart -for a yuletide evening of song, dance and nog-induced dementia. Parental discretion is advised. Remember, every time you buy a copy of Stephen Colbert's Christmas Special, an angel gets his wings.
HorrorIn this holiday horror comedy, Bill (Martin Starr) moves his American wife Carol (Amrita Acharia) and children Nora (Zoe Winter-Hansen) and Lucas (Townes Bunner) to Norway where he's inherited a family estate. While Bill dreams of turning the adjourning barn into a bed and breakfast, his family struggles to adapt to Scandinavian life. Lucas discovers a mischievous barn elf from ancient folklore living in the barn with a set of rules the family must follow. When Bill dismisses Lucas's warnings and fails to follow sacred holiday traditions, the elf plots to get rid of the American intruders at any cost.
HorrorIt’s Christmas Eve and Tori is spending it her preferred way, drinking with her friend Robbie at the local dive bar. Little do they know that the robot Santa from the local toy store has gone haywire, cutting a bloody path through their small town, and is coming straight for the two of them. As everyone around her falls victim to Santa’s axe, Tori must fight to make it through a night of pure terror.
DramaA Hallmark Channel original movie. Jamie (Tyler Hynes), a speech writer makes a deal with Emily (Bethany Joy Lenz), his ex-girlfriend to pretend they’re a couple to save his family’s Christmas. It’s not long before both the ruse and their feelings catch up with them, resulting in a very unexpected Christmas.
DramaA Hallmark Channel original movie. Ad executive Melanie is teamed up with uptight coworker Donovan to come up with the ultimate Christmas commercial for a new cell phone. To complicate matters, Donovan is also her Secret Santa recipient in the annual office gift exchange.
HolidayFor a fifth consecutive December, a heartbroken Noel returns to New York City to work the night shift at a sidewalk Christmas tree lot. Devoid of any holiday spirit, he struggles to stay awake during the long, chilly nights in his trailer, while the daytime traffic keeps him from getting any real rest. As he slowly spirals into despair, he comes to the aid of a mysterious young woman in the park. Her warming presence, matched with some colorful customers, help rescue him from self-destruction.
HolidayIt's holiday hilarity in the second live-action Fairly OddParents movie when names keep disappearing from Santa's Wish List, and he has an idea who's behind it. So Santa summons Timmy, Tootie, Cosmo, Poof and Wanda to the North Pole for a talk. But things soon go comically wrong when Santa gets hurt and Timmy has to take over gift delivery. But first Timmy has to get himself off Santa's Naughty List with help from an elf who happens to be involved in a long-standing feud against Cosmo and Wanda!
HolidayA Hallmark Channel original movie. With Christmas approaching in New York City, Jessica, an archival historian enmeshed in a declining romantic relationship, is hired to create an exhibition honoring the history of Christmas at The Plaza Hotel. There, she meets Nick, a handsome decorator who’s been commissioned to deck out the iconic landmark. When they’re paired together to prepare the exhibition, they wind up enjoying a host of holiday traditions together and find themselves falling for each other. Tensions soon rise as Jessica must figure out her romantic priorities and decide with whom she’ll ultimately spend Christmas at The Plaza.
HolidayThe Jinkx & DeLa Holiday Special is the story of two queens who set out to create a classic Christmas TV variety show, but just can’t agree on how. With the help of a chorus of dancers and DeLa’s deceased grandmother—whose spirit lives on in a glass of eggnog—DeLa tries her hardest to uphold the cheery Christmas traditions of her childhood. Meanwhile, Jinkx is much more interested in bawdy jokes, cute boys, and boozy libations. As they sing and dance their way through numbers about everything from St. Nick to the Christ child, the tension between them mounts, culminating in an all-out battle for control of the show. After some hilarious insight into the ghosts of their very different Christmas pasts, and with the help of a mysterious naked man with a surprising holiday secret, the two realize that tradition can be whatever we make of it, and family is whomever we choose. This high camp, side-splitting romp is equal parts sacrilegious and sweet, with a sharp tongue and a heart o
HolidayBoth Rob Marino and Julie Green are feeling pressure to be in a relationship this holiday season and, after finding each other through a dating website, agree to pose as each other’s special someone. Things get complicated when Rob’s Catholic family and Julie’s Jewish family get involved to help these two make it to the altar. Stars Joey Lawrence and Marilu Henner.
Scott Schultz, George Chialtas, Allan Jacobsen, Jennifer Oxley, Dave Marshall & Alice Wilder
Kids & FamilyLove is in the air with this bundle of Valentine's Day play dates! Bring Dora and Boots together for a picnic! Help Diego rescue Valentine's Day for his friend! And feel the love with Kai-lan, Blue, the Wonder Pets, and the Gabba Land gang!
HolidayTo save her bungalow from foreclosure before Christmas, Victoria, an aspiring influencer and single mother of a child living with Down syndrome, enters a home-improvement competition in New Hope, Texas. Complications arise when her ex returns home after touring Europe with his new album. Meanwhile, Victoria has fallen in love with her next-door neighbor, Gavin, a Texas musician who has bonded with her daughter Charlie while helping Victoria fix up her home and her heart.
HolidayThe annual Chicago Thanksgiving Day parade has to cut costs or it’s going to be cancelled this year. When the city brings in consultant Henry Baldwin to analyze the books, he goes toe to toe with parade manager Emily Rogers who thinks Henry only cares about dollars and cents and doesn’t understand how much the parade means to the city. As parade day draws closer, Emily finds herself falling for the enemy while doing her best to make sure this year’s production is a huge success. Stars Autumn Reeser and Antonio Cupo.
HolidayThere's a miracle on Sesame Street in this special holiday tale. Elmo, Abby Cadabby, and their new friend Stiller the Elf (voice of Ben Stiller) are going to count down to Christmas with the Christmas Counter-Downer. But all the counting boxes have gone missing and Christmas may never come again! Can Elmo, Abby and Stiller the Elf save Christmas? With the help of very special guests Sheryl Crow, Jamie Foxx, Anne Hathaway, Jennifer Hudson, Alicia Keys, Brad Paisley, Ty Pennington, Steve Schirripa, Tony Sirico, and Kevin James (as Santa Claus), Elmo and friends will learn to believe in Christmas miracles.
HolidayEvery year at Christmas time it seems the baby in the manger takes more and more of a backseat to retail sales, Santa Claus, and political correctness. With "Merry Christmas" being replaced by "Seasons Greetings" and court ordered removal of public nativity scenes, the fruit of Mary's womb is falling on hard times. In Kirk Cameron’s Saving Christmas, Kirk’s sister’s annual Christmas party is about to be ruined by Kirk’s brother-in-law Christian, who is chock full of no-fun Scroogery. Kirk realizes it’s his job to grab Christian by his seasonal sweater and show him Christ where Christ has always been: smack dab at the center of all the Christmas hoopla. Kirk Cameron’s Saving Christmas provides a biblical basis for our favorite time-honored traditions and celebrations, and the inspiration to stand strongly against a culture that wants to trivialize and eliminate the faith elements of this holy season.
HolidaySanta enlists his reluctant cousin, Colton, on a mission to help save the Christmas Jubilee in a small New Mexico town. Along the way he meets Natalie, a loving but hard-headed woman who is desperate to make the holiday season special for her son, Zack. Together, Colton and Natalie create a little Christmas magic in order to give the town its very own miracle...and maybe discover love along the way.
HolidayA Hallmark Movies & Mysteries original movie. As Christmas approaches, Paula (Kimberley Sustad), a St. Louis antique appraiser, reluctantly accepts a marriage proposal from her boyfriend Daniel. Sensing her reticence, her Aunt Jane (Kathie Lee Gifford) invites Paula to her Nantucket home. When Paula visits nearby Martha's Vineyard, she meets a charming inn owner, Gery (Paul Campbell), and enjoys celebrating the holiday festivities with him. Although Paula develops feelings for Gery, she moves forward with her engagement, but Aunt Jane reminds her that sometimes we receive messages from above to help determine which direction life should take.
