Holiday Streaming Options: From 'Bad Santa' to the 'Star Wars Holiday Special'
No matter your holiday spirit, there are plenty of movies to enjoy. An editor once banned the phrase "'Tis the season," proving heroes come in many forms. So, it's just holiday time, and a variety of great titles are ready to stream. Below is a selection of classics and lesser-known gems—all just a click away. Remember: you were warned.
It’s a Wonderful Life (1946)
Directed by Frank Capra, this film’s joyful ending is powerful because of the darkness that precedes it. A memorable spot is Nick’s Bar, where a sign reads,
“We serve hard drinks in here for men who want to get drunk fast.”It’s a place that feels oddly familiar.
Available Christmas Eve on NBC, and streaming on Prime Video among other platforms.
Die Hard (1988)
Directed by John McTiernan, this movie deserves its spot as a Christmas film. It starts at a Christmas Eve party, keeping festive elements throughout more than two hours of intense action. At its core, it’s about reuniting family. Plus, it introduced Bruce Willis as the quintessential Everyman action hero of the era.
Streaming on Hulu, Prime Video, and other outlets.
“It’s holiday time, and there’s a wide range of great stuff to stream.”
Author’s summary: A diverse lineup of holiday films, from timeless classics to offbeat favorites, offers something for every viewer this season.