The Nightmare Before Christmas: This unexpected Halloween-Christmas crossover is a stunning stop-motion masterpiece that has aged remarkably well. Tim Burton`s distinctive vision captures Jack Skellington`s desire for Christmas, reflecting a relatable feeling of not quite getting it right.

Jingle All the Way: An eccentric film with Arnold Schwarzenegger in an unexpected role as a frustrated mattress salesman, emphasizing the commercialism of Christmas. Despite its oddities, it`s nostalgic and offers a wild viewing experience.

While You Were Sleeping: Is it a Christmas movie or a movie set during Christmas? Sandra Bullock`s Lucy rescues a man, leading to mistaken identity and romantic chaos in snowy Chicago. This `90s rom-com fueled the nation`s fascination with Sandra Bullock and snowy love stories.

The Preacher`s Wife: Featuring Whitney Houston, Courtney B. Vance, and Denzel Washington in a love triangle, this heartwarming Christmas movie includes Denzel as a literal angel, offering a sweet and uplifting holiday experience.

I`ll Be Home for Christmas: A `90s tale starring Jonathan Taylor Thomas as a boarding school teen aiming to get home for a promised Porsche at Christmas dinner. It`s a wacky road trip filled with life lessons.

To Grandmother`s House We Go: An Olsen twins` `90s TV movie where they play separate characters. This adventure-packed story follows the kids on a wild journey to grandma`s house in a delivery truck, delivering sweet, nostalgic entertainment.

Home Alone: The iconic 1990 Christmas movie features a kid left behind by his family who must defend his home from burglars during the holiday season.

Home Alone 2: Lost in New York: A sequel with a similar premise but a different setting. Our abandoned kid finds himself in New York City, encountering familiar burglars and a cameo from a pre-political Donald Trump.

Batman Returns: Tim Burton`s darker take on the holidays showcases the nightmare beauty of Christmas, albeit not a traditional holiday movie. With a classic Burton touch, it`s worth revisiting during the festive season.

Muppet Christmas Carol: Among many Muppet movies, this stands out. Michael Caine`s performance adds depth to this classic tale, offering both seriousness and laughter. It contains both the scariest (Ghost of Christmas Future) and most heartwarming (Beaker and the scarf) scenes in a Christmas movie.