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Classic Christmas Specials & Movies to Brighten Seniors’ Holidays

  • Last Updated December 14, 2023

Getting together with children, grandchildren, and other family members for a classic Christmas special or movie is a favorite tradition for many seniors — and an ideal way to share quality time together during this special time of year. Watching Christmas specials and movies with your elderly loved one can open the door to a more festive and jolly holiday season.

Many popular Christmas classics are available on streaming services — which could make a perfect gift for your senior.

Below is a list of timeless Christmas movies and TV programs, plus modern classics, remakes, and made-for-TV selections to enjoy with your senior loved one this Christmas.

Classic Christmas Movies

The 40s and 50s were the Golden Age of Hollywood. So, it’s no surprise this era was also the Golden Age of Tinsel in Tinseltown. While some of the most well-known movies of this period still receive regular airings on TV, others live on in the memories of those who first fell in love with the holidays while watching them.

Classic Christmas TV Specials

Although it can be hard to track down some of these Christmas TV specials, many of them are available for streaming as single episodes online:

Modern Christmas Selections

In addition to enjoying Christmas movies from their own childhood, seniors may also enjoy watching some of the classics that their kids and grandkids enjoyed in the 80s, 90s, and beyond.

  • A Christmas Story (1983)
    Set in the 1940s, this is the story of a young boy named Ralphie Parker, who attempts to convince his parents, teacher, and Santa Claus that a BB gun is the perfect Christmas gift.

  • Home Alone (1990)
    An 8-year-old boy, mistakenly left home alone, must defend his home against a pair of burglars on Christmas Eve.

  • Elf (1990)
    A comedy about Buddy, a human raised by elves, who goes on a journey to New York City to find his real father.

  • The Santa Clause (1994)
    A comedy about a man who inadvertently makes Santa fall off his roof on Christmas Eve and then is magically recruited to take his place.

  • Love Actually (2003)
    A British ensemble film that tells multiple interconnected Christmas love stories.

  • Christmas with the Kranks (2004)
    A comedy about a couple trying to skip Christmas festivities who face unexpected challenges.

  • The Polar Express (2004)
    An animated film based on the beloved children's book that takes viewers on a magical train ride to the North Pole.

  • The Man Who Invented Christmas (2017)
    A film that explores the creation of Charles Dickens' "A Christmas Carol" and the inspiration behind the iconic story.

  • Hallmark Channel: Countdown to Christmas
    Popular with all ages, the Hallmark Channel offers an extensive selection of modern, family-friendly Christmas movies.


If you and your family can’t be with your senior in person this year to enjoy Christmas movies, a Visiting Angels caregiver can provide your senior with companionship — and help them access favorite movies, music, and shows.

Learn how a Visiting Angels caregiver can help your loved one maintain cherished holiday traditions and make new memories this Christmas season by calling your local Visiting Angels office for a free consultation.