Best Christmas Movies on Netflix for Kids – With Links

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Grab the hot cocoa, a pile of cookies, and your comfiest blanket, it’s time to snuggle up to these kid-friendly Christmas movies on Netflix!

christmas movies on netflix for kids

The holiday season is here, and what better way to kick back with the little ones than a cozy movie night full of magic, laughter, and Christmas cheer.

Netflix has sleigh-loads of Christmas movies to keep kids entertained. From animated adventures and festive horse rides to mischievous elves and even an alien who learns the meaning of giving, there’s something for everyone on Santa’s nice list.

Grab the hot cocoa, a pile of cookies, and your comfiest blanket, because these kid-friendly Christmas movies will make you believe in holiday magic all over again.

It’s time to checkout these Christmas movies on Netflix for kids of all ages (and Adults too 🙂 ).

All links provided to the movies on Netflix!

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Links included below to the where the movies are streaming FREE (where available).

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What information is provided about the family-friendly Christmas movies on Netflix in this selection?

  • The movie title and release year of the movie
  • Image of movie
  • A list of actors in the movie
  • The MPAA rating
  • Link to the movie in IMDb – For movie reviews, where to stream, ratings, trailers and lots more.
  • A link to the movie on Netflix
  • A brief movie summary
christmas movies on netflix for kids

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1. The Christmas Chronicles (2018)

When two mischievous siblings accidentally crash Santa’s sleigh, they embark on a wild, magical adventure to save Christmas and rediscover their belief in holiday magic. Because let’s face it, nothing says Christmas like a rock ‘n’ roll Santa played by Kurt Russell.

2. The Christmas Chronicles: Part Two (2020)

The Pierce kids reunite with Santa to stop a mischievous elf from canceling Christmas and turning the North Pole into chaos. It’s like Home Alone, but with more reindeer and a lot more jingle bells.

3. Family Switch (2023)

A chaotic family wakes up in each other’s bodies right before Christmas, leading to hilarious misunderstandings and touching moments about the true meaning of family. What better time for a body swap than when you’re untangling Christmas lights or arguing over ugly sweaters?

4. Klaus (2019)

A selfish postman and a reclusive toymaker team up to spark joy in a dreary town, creating the origin story of Santa Claus with heartwarming charm. It’s like Christmas was sprinkled with magic and wrapped in animated perfection.

5. An Elf’s Story: The Elf on the Shelf (2011)

When a Scout Elf named Chippey is assigned to restore a young boy’s belief in Christmas, he learns the true magic of the season himself. Think of it as Elf on the Shelf meets a holiday self-help seminar—complete with flying reindeer.

6. A Boy Called Christmas (2021)

A young boy named Nikolas embarks on an enchanting adventure to find his father and bring hope to the world, becoming the first Santa Claus in the process. Christmas just got an epic fairy-tale upgrade, complete with talking mice and grumpy trolls.

7. Scrooge: A Christmas Carol (2022)

Ebenezer Scrooge gets a musical and visually dazzling update in this animated retelling, where the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Yet-to-Come dance their way into his icy heart. Nothing screams Christmas spirit like a jazzy redemption arc for the ultimate holiday grump.

8. The Claus Family (2020)

A boy who despises Christmas discovers his grandfather is Santa Claus, and reluctantly steps in to help save the holiday. Turns out, “I’m allergic to Christmas cheer” isn’t a valid excuse when Santa’s counting on you.

9. The Claus Family 2 (2021)

Now fully embracing his Claus duties, Jules must tackle a tricky wish that challenges the spirit of giving. Christmas just got an extra sprinkle of heartwarming drama… because even Santa’s family isn’t drama free!

10. Alien Xmas (2020)

An alien tasked with stealing Earth’s gravity learns the true meaning of Christmas after a little girl shows him kindness. Because nothing says “holiday cheer” like a kleptomaniac extraterrestrial discovering the joys of giving.

11. Spirit Riding Free: Spirit of Christmas (2019)

Lucky and her friends race to bring their loved ones together for Christmas, all while wrangling holiday surprises in their small frontier town. It’s like Christmas in the Wild West, but with fewer shootouts and more festive horse rides.

12. Best. Christmas. Ever! (2023)

A holiday feud sparks hilarity when one mom’s over-the-top Christmas letter sets off a rivalry with her old college friend. Nothing says “merry and bright” like passive-aggressive Christmas cards and snow-covered shenanigans.

13. Free Rein: The Twelve Neighs of Christmas (2018)

Zoe and her friends race to save their beloved stables while uncovering a holiday mystery in this heartwarming Christmas special. Because nothing says “holiday spirit” like reindeer stand-ins that neigh instead of fly!


A Christmas Carol (1984)
Santa Claus: The Movie (1985)
The Santa Trap (2002)
Project: Puppies for Christmas (2019)
Santa Claws (2013)
The Dog Who Saved the Holidays (2012)
A Christmas Star (2017)
Nothing Like the Holidays (2008)
Winter Wedding (2017)
The Cutting Edge: Going For The Gold (2006)


Thanks for reading this article for inspiration on family Christmas Movies streaming free!

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