JustWatch Holiday Insights: Top Christmas Movies and Streaming Platforms

As the holiday season approaches, JustWatch has released its latest rankings and insights, highlighting the most popular Christmas movies streamed in the United States from November 2023 to November 2024 and the best platforms for festive content.

Top 10 Most-Streamed Christmas Movies in the U.S.

The Streaming Charts reveal the holiday favorites captivating audiences this year:

1. Elf (Max, Hulu): The Will Ferrell classic continues to spread Christmas cheer.
2. The Grinch (Peacock): A modern animated take on the holiday-hating creature.
3. Love Actually (Prime Video, Starz, Apple TV): A romantic holiday staple.
4. National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation (Max): Comedy gold for the holiday season.
5. Home Alone (Disney+): Kevin McCallister remains a fan favorite.
6. It’s a Wonderful Life (Prime Video): A timeless black-and-white classic that climbed the charts.
7. A Christmas Story (Max): Nostalgia in a leg lamp-lit package.
8. A Christmas Story Christmas (Max): A delightful modern sequel.
9. The Polar Express (Max): A motion-capture holiday adventure.
10. Scrooged (Prime Video): Bill Murray’s darkly comedic spin on the Dickens classic.

This year’s rankings underscore the enduring love for holiday comedies, heartfelt dramas, and animated delights.

Where to Watch the Most Holiday Movies

For viewers looking to maximize their holiday streaming options, JustWatch also analyzed the holiday movie catalogs of leading streaming services in the U.S. Out of 631 holiday-themed movies available:

• Prime Video offers the largest library, hosting 39.1% of holiday titles.
• Peacock follows with 31.2%, providing ample festive content.
• Hulu takes third with 8.8%, perfect for more eclectic choices.
• Netflix, Disney+, and Max hold smaller but notable shares, each offering some of the most beloved classics.

Holiday Streaming Trends

The data shows that Americans gravitate toward timeless favorites like Elf and Home Alone, but contemporary entries like A Christmas Story Christmas also hold their ground. Meanwhile, platforms like Prime Video and Peacock are the go-to destinations for fans seeking a vast range of holiday content.

Stay tuned for more insights on how streaming shapes our festive traditions. Explore these holiday hits today on your favorite streaming platforms!