Ring in the festive cheer with Disney+ this holiday season! Let's dive into some delightful Christmas classics and fresh offerings that are sure to warm up those chilly winter evenings.
"The Miracle of Manhattan" (1994)
This evergreen tale unfolds around lawyer Dorey Walker (Elizabeth Perkins) and her daughter Susan (Mara Wilson), who cross paths with elderly gentleman Kris Kringle (Richard Attenborough), who boldly proclaims himself as the authentic Santa Claus. As Kris commences his job as a department store Santa, spreading yuletide joy, legal complexities surface when he asserts his unwavering devotion to Santa Claus's true essence.
"Santa Clause: The Series"
In the second season of "Santa Clause: The Series," debuting from November 8, we find the erstwhile man-turned-Santa, Scott Calvin (Tim Allen), continuing to tutor his son Cal (Austin Kane) in his Santa duties. Scott finds himself entangled in more North Pole conspiracies and an action-packed adventure filled with elves.
"Home Alone" (Kevin's Story)
The McCallister family's pre-holiday chaos is palpable as evidenced in Kevin (Macaulay Culkin)'s relocation to the attic by his mother. Awoke to an empty house, Kevin discovers his family is en route to Paris for a vacation, leaving him behind. Thirty years later, the movie's infectious hilarity and Christmas spirit remain unyielding.
"Much Ado About Christmas"
Social worker Eddie Garrick (Ludacris) harbors a deep-rooted disdain for Christmas due to his distressing past experiences. However, when Eddie's ex-wife Allison (Teyonah Parris) cancels their Christmas plans, he must juggle caring for his daughter Charlotte (Madison Skye Validum) on Christmas Eve. Enter Nick (Lil Rel Howery), who slides down the chimney introducing himself as the “genuine” Santa Claus. This sets off a chain of events that are nothing short of chaotic, testing Eddie's disbelief as his daughter forms an unlikely bond with the "madcap" Santa.
"Greg's Diary: Don't Panic at Christmas!"
Based on Jeff Kinney's popular novel, the animated adaptation titled "Greg's Diary" is set to premiere on December 8. Following Greg's (Marco Eßer) indefatigable quest for the coveted gaming console, he and his friend Rowley end up damaging a snowplow in a mishap. As tensions rise amid the family's snowed-in situation, Greg's brother Rodrick suspects his sister of a clandestine mission.
"The Fairy Godmother"
With the impending threat of fairies becoming obsolete, naive fairy godmother-in-training Eleanor (Jillian Bell) embarks on a mission to demonstrate the indispensable role of benevolent fairies in contemporary society. In "The Fairy Godmother," she stumbles upon disillusioned 40-year-old news station employee Mackenzie (Isla Fisher) and vows to turn her world around.
Disney+ hosts a wide array of classic films, such as the "Home Alone" trilogy, "Die Hard," and beloved titles like "Beauty and the Beast," "Disney's A Christmas Story," and "Frozen."
Get ready to embrace the holiday spirit by marking your calendars for these heartwarming Christmas movies and series on Disney+!
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Marvelous news for Christmas movie enthusiasts! The Jonas Brothers are set to star in an enchanting new movie titled "Jonas Brothers Christmas Movie," scheduled to be released during the 2025 holiday season. Directed by Jessica Yu and written and produced by Isaac Aptaker and Elizabeth Berger, the movie follows the Jonas Brothers' journey to make it home to New York City for the holidays after an unexpected trip to London.
