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Faith-Based Film & TV December 18, 2024

The Best Great American Family Christmas Movies Of 2024

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The Best Great American Family Christmas Movies Of 2024

By Movieguide® Contributor

Are you looking to watch a family-friendly Christmas movie with visiting loved ones this holiday? We’ve gathered together ten incredible Great American Family films into this list so you can pick a flick that’s right for your crew! From a bit of holiday romance in Christmas under the Northern Lights to the meaningful biblical message of Tails of Christmas, there’s something for everyone to enjoy this season.

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CHRISTMAS UNDER THE NORTHERN LIGHTS

Family Romance · (Not yet rated)

CHRISTMAS UNDER THE NORTHERN LIGHTS is a marvelous Christmas romance on Great American Family. It hits all the sweet spots, most importantly giving credit to Jesus as the reason for the Christmas season. Erin is a big city author with writer’s block.…

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ONCE UPON A CHRISTMAS WISH

Family Romance · NR

ONCE UPON A CHRISTMAS WISH on Great American Family is a delightful “Christmas romance meets Old Hollywood” spectacular. Mario Lopez stars as Brian Ortega, a small-town mayor who revisits his childhood Christmas wish list. He discovers a deeper meaning of Christmas and…

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A LITTLE WOMEN’S CHRISTMAS

Family Romantic Drama · (Not yet rated)

A LITTLE WOMEN’S CHRISTMAS is a modern retelling on Great American Family of Luisa May Alcott’s classic 1869 novel, LITTLE WOMEN. It places the four March sisters in a new set of circumstances. When faced with a two-week deadline to develop a…

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A CHRISTMAS LESS TRAVELED

Family Romantic Drama · (Not yet rated)

A CHRISTMAS LESS TRAVELED tells the heartwarming story of Desi, a small-town diner owner, who embarks on a journey of healing and self-discovery guided by messages left by her late father. She’s joined by a man named Grayson, whose secret motives provide…

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5

A COZY CHRISTMAS QUILT

Family Romance · (Not yet rated)

A COZY CHRISTMAS QUILT is a romance on Great American Family. The artistic director of the community center, Amy Walker, gets news that she’s one of four finalists for an art fellowship. Her joy is cut short, however, when a local fire…

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HOME SWEET CHRISTMAS

Family Romance · (Not yet rated)

HOME SWEET CHRISTMAS is a Christmas romance on Great American Family. Two childhood friends, Sophie and Sammy, reunite for the funeral of Sophie’s Great Uncle Henry. They used to spend Christmas at Henry’s maple farm. Henry bequeathed his farm and quaint farmhouse…

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7

A VINTAGE CHRISTMAS

Family Family/Christmas · (Not yet rated)

A VINTAGE CHRISTMAS is about Tessa, a passionate historian committed to preserving all she can in her small town of Oak Creek. Her world is challenged when the handsome and charming developer Noah arrives in town with plans to tear down a…

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8

CHRISTMAS BY CANDLELIGHT

Family Holiday Romance · (Not yet rated)

CHRISTMAS BY CANDLELIGHT is a romantic comedy on Great American Family. Juliet works at a lifestyle company. Tom is a widowed single father who owns a small candle store. They pair up to pitch a line of Christmas candles for Juliet’s company.…

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A ROYAL CHRISTMAS BALLET

Family Drama · (Not yet rated)

A ROYAL CHRISTMAS BALLET is a lovely Christmas romance on Great American Family. Carrie is a retired ballerina who runs a small ballet school in her American hometown. She’s asked to choreograph a Christmas ballet starring European royalty. Medea, the Prima Ballerina…

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TAILS OF CHRISTMAS

Family Romance · (Not yet rated)

TAILS OF CHRISTMAS is a sweet Christmas romance on Great American Family. It tells the story of Amber, who runs an animal shelter, and Caleb, an injured Army vet trying to find his place in the world. Amber brings two dogs to…

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