15 romantic movie recommendations to watch on Christmas

• IMDb: 7.6
• Director: Richard Curtis
• Cast: Hugh Grant, Colin Firth, Liam Neeson
• Year: 2003
• Genre: Comedy, Drama, Romance
• Language: English

Love Actually is a British holiday classic that interweaves the lives of several characters navigating love and loss during Christmas. Heartwarming, funny, and emotional, it captures the essence of holiday spirit and romance.

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• IMDb: 6.9
• Director: Nancy Meyers
• Cast: Cameron Diaz, Jude Law, Kate Winslet
• Year: 2006
• Genre: Comedy, Drama, Romance
• Language: English

The Holiday is a feel-good rom-com about two women who swap homes for the holidays and end up finding love in unexpected places. With stunning locations and heartwarming moments, it's a perfect Christmas watch.

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• IMDb: 7.1
• Director: Frank Capra
• Cast: James Stewart, Donna Reed, Lionel Barrymore
• Year: 1946
• Genre: Drama, Fantasy, Romance
• Language: English

It’s a Wonderful Life is a Christmas classic about a man who contemplates suicide on Christmas Eve, only to be shown by his guardian angel what life would be like without him. A heartwarming story about the impact of one person’s life on others.

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• IMDb: 6.4
• Director: Chris Columbus
• Cast: Macaulay Culkin, John Candy, Catherine O'Hara
• Year: 1990
• Genre: Comedy, Family, Christmas
• Language: English

Home Alone follows the hilarious and heartwarming story of a young boy left home alone during Christmas, who must defend his house from burglars. A timeless Christmas classic filled with comedy and family fun.

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• IMDb: 6.8
• Director: John Landis
• Cast: Bill Murray, Alfre Woodard, John Glover
• Year: 1988
• Genre: Comedy, Drama, Christmas
• Language: English

Scrooged is a modern take on Charles Dickens' "A Christmas Carol," starring Bill Murray as a cynical TV executive who learns the true meaning of Christmas through a series of surreal events. A dark comedy with plenty of holiday spirit.

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• IMDb: 7.5
• Director: Rob Reiner
• Cast: Meg Ryan, Tom Hanks, Bill Pullman
• Year: 1993
• Genre: Comedy, Drama, Romance
• Language: English

Sleepless in Seattle is a charming romantic comedy about two people falling in love over the phone after a widowed man on the East Coast calls into a radio show, hoping to find a new wife. Heartfelt and perfect for the holiday season.

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• IMDb: 7.0
• Director: Mike Newell
• Cast: Julia Roberts, Hugh Grant, James Cromwell
• Year: 1999
• Genre: Comedy, Drama, Romance
• Language: English

Notting Hill is a sweet, romantic comedy about a humble bookstore owner in London who falls in love with a famous movie star. Their relationship, complicated by fame and personal issues, blossoms into a heartwarming love story.

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• IMDb: 7.1
• Director: Chris Columbus
• Cast: Macaulay Culkin, John Herstad, Christopher Curry
• Year: 2002
• Genre: Family, Adventure, Christmas
• Language: English

Home Alone 2: Lost in New York takes the adventure of the first movie to new heights, with Kevin McCallister stranded in New York City during Christmas, while trying to stop burglars once again. Packed with laughs and holiday spirit.

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• IMDb: 7.8
• Director: Stanley Donen
• Cast: Audrey Hepburn, Grant Green, Fred Astaire
• Year: 1961
• Genre: Musical, Romance, Christmas
• Language: English

Funny Face is a musical romantic comedy about a bookish woman who transforms into a fashion model after being discovered by a photographer, and romance blossoms in the city of Paris. The movie features incredible music, timeless charm, and a holiday backdrop.

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• IMDb: 7.0
• Director: Adam Shankman
• Cast: John Travolta, Vera Farmiga, Kirsten Dunst
• Year: 2007
• Genre: Comedy, Romance, Christmas
• Language: English

Hairspray tells the story of a young girl who becomes an overnight dancing sensation in 1960s Baltimore, all while trying to win the heart of her dream boy. Set against a retro backdrop, this movie offers charm, music, and a sprinkle of romance that can spice up any Christmas movie marathon.

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• IMDb: 6.7
• Director: Barry Sonnenfeld
• Cast: Kristen Schmidt, Ben Swank, Francisco Ramos
• Year: 2009
• Genre: Romance, Comedy, Christmas
• Language: English

All About Christmas Eve follows a woman who’s trying to balance her busy work life and family responsibilities during the Christmas season. As romance unexpectedly finds its way into her life, this feel-good movie captures the magic of Christmas and the joy of second chances.

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• IMDb: 7.0
• Director: Phil Alden Robinson
• Cast: Robert De Niro, Winona Ryder, Anne Bancroft
• Year: 1992
• Genre: Drama, Romance, Christmas
• Language: English

This festive movie revolves around a family getting together for Christmas, filled with love, unexpected surprises, and heartfelt moments. The romantic side of things adds that special touch to the family drama during the holiday season.

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• IMDb: 6.9
• Director: Danny DeVito
• Cast: Matthew McConaughey, Jennifer Lopez, Owen Wilson
• Year: 2009
• Genre: Romance, Comedy, Christmas
• Language: English

The Wedding Planner is a romantic comedy about a wedding planner who finds herself falling for the groom-to-be of one of her clients. With heartwarming moments and festive cheer, it's an enjoyable choice for a holiday movie marathon.

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• IMDb: 6.7
• Director: Garry Marshall
• Cast: Julia Roberts, Anne Hathaway, Kathleen Turner
• Year: 2010
• Genre: Comedy, Drama, Romance
• Language: English

Valentine's Day is a romantic comedy that weaves together multiple love stories set in Los Angeles on Valentine's Day. The movie features an ensemble cast and explores the various relationships, making it a light-hearted choice for the Christmas season.

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• IMDb: 6.8
• Director: Mark Waters
• Cast: Rachel McAdams, Will Ferrell, John C. Reilly
• Year: 2003
• Genre: Comedy, Romance, Christmas
• Language: English

Elf is a fun, quirky comedy about a man raised as an elf at the North Pole who embarks on a journey to find his biological father in New York City. It's filled with holiday spirit, humor, and heart, making it perfect for a Christmas movie marathon.

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